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Fence Post Session Ale

Back Forty Beer Company
United States·Kölsch
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Fence posts have been used for centuries to keep people apart, yet in the Deep South they bring neighbors and friends together, which is the idea behind this Kölsch-style session ale. A fence post is a place to take a break and chat for a while, and the brewery's description ends with an invitation to finish a shift and meet at the post.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter23 IBU
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleanhoppymalty
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose is clean and inviting, with soft noble hop character providing subtle herbal and slightly floral notes.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fence Post Session Ale

◎ Appearance

Fence Post pours a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The head forms quickly and exhibits fine retention, clinging to the glass walls with delicate lacing. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, creating a lively but controlled sparkle.

pale goldenclearfine lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is clean and inviting, with soft noble hop character providing subtle herbal and slightly floral notes. Beneath lies a gentle malt base of light grain and subtle bread notes, with no aggressive adjuncts or esters. The overall aromatics are restrained and harmonious, reflecting the beer's approachable design.

noble hopslight grainherbalclean

◐ Taste

The palate is remarkably smooth and direct, with a crisp entry that shows balanced malt sweetness and restrained bitterness. Mid-palate develops mild grain character and a touch of dry minerality, while the 23 IBUs provide gentle bitterness without harshness. The finish transitions cleanly into a dry, slightly mineral aftertaste.

smoothcrispbalanced bitternessmineral

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, clean and refreshing, leaving minimal residual sweetness. A pleasant dryness persists, inviting another sip rather than lingering heavily on the palate.

cleanrefreshingdry
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stange

The right glass focuses the aroma and maintains carbonation — enhancing everything that makes this beer worth drinking.

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