S.Y.C. Brewing Co. Sakura – Saison at 5.0% ABV (C$4.27 at Collective, 473 ml, packaged on 13-May-2020, acquired 29-May-2020, reviewed 3-Jun-2020)
Appearance: slightly hazy pale gold with one fat finger of fluffy white head, excellent retention and minimal spotty lacing. (4/5) Aroma: floral, light pepper, grass. (8/10) Taste: moderate-low sweet, moderate bitter. (8/10) Palate: medium-light body, lively carbonation, dry crisp finish. (4/5)
Nice: dry, crisp, and refreshing – which should in my opinion be a given when dealing with Saisons – and with a little clean grassy Lager or Pilsner character that adds rather than detracting. This could almost one described as a Hopped Lager, rather than a Lagered Saison, but either way I like it. (16/20)
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