Brewery Ommegang Short Sleeve Saison Saison at 4.5% ABV | 35 IBU (US$2.59 at Knightly Spirits Orange Blossom Trail, 355 ml, bottle date 12-Jan-2017, acquired 15-May-2017, reviewed 22-May-2017)
Appearance: hazy pale straw with two fingers of fluffy white head, excellent retention and moderate chunky lacing. (4/5) Aroma: coriander, peppercorns, doughy yeast, hint of lemon zest. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate bitter, moderate spice. (7/10) Palate: medium-light body, moderate carbonation, off-dry bitter and spicy finish. (3/5)
A bit heavy-handed, like most American Saisons. The coriander and peppercorns, for example, were overemphasized. On the other hand, I did have it with lunch, so that didn’t go completely astray. It’s structurally pretty good as well, with appropriate retention and lacing, although the carbonation is a little on the low side. And, the ABV is more in keeping with what I like to see in a Saison, than I often do with American ones. A mixture of good and not so good characteristics, but not bad overall. (14/20)
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