saison
A gracefully complex Belgian farmhouse ale.
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Background
This style of beer was born in 1700’s, where it was designed to quench of the thirst of Belgium’s seasonal farm-workers known as “saisonniers”.Farm Workers were entitled up to five litres each workday so the alcohol content was limited to roughly 3% ABV (alcohol by volume). Saisons were brewed during the winter and fall months to avoid the likelihood of spoiling due to bacteria.
ABV – 8.4%
Ideal Temp – 7-11CºC
Glass – Sommelier
Vegan – Yes
Profile
Our Saison pours a hazy orange colour with a persistent, rocky, white head. Expect Belgian phenolics with citrus and alcohol notes on the nose. A medium body with sparkling carbonation delivers sweet malty notes to start, followed by warm alcohol notes and slightly tangy citrus flavours on the palate. The finish is clean and drying with a restrained bitterness.Food Pairing
Chicken, fruit
Shelf Life
Two years