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Farmhouse Classic Brett Lambicus Variant

Bellwoods Brewery
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🌍 Canada · Saison · One of 51 Saisons in hopIQ

A secondary fermentation with Brett Lambicus adds its characteristic funk to Bellwoods' classic Farmhouse Saison, transforming a familiar profile into something earthier and more complex. The liberal dry-hopping with both Noble and American varieties creates a floral hop register that intertwines with the Brett's own aromatic signature — leather and mild pepper emerge alongside lemongrass notes, giving the beer a layered, almost savory quality. The result is less the bright, zesty Saison of convention and more an introspective, contemplative pour: the kind of beer that rewards attention during a long evening, when you want complexity over refreshment.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Very crisp and dry.

A direct pour that closes clean — trim and sharp, working together to keep things moving.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Saison.
Hop character
earthy
floral
noble hop
herbal
Fermentation & yeast
funky
yeasty
Distinctive notes
spicy
citrusy
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Farmhouse Classic Brett Lambicus Variant

Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, delicate white head that clings persistently to the glass walls. The carbonation is visible and lively, creating a gentle effervescence that catches light as you observe the pour.

pale goldenclearpersistent headlively carbonation

Aroma

The Brett Lambicus signature emerges immediately—earthy funk and leather notes ground the initial impression, while a complex layer of lemongrass, mild white pepper, and herbal spice unfolds beneath. The dual hop regime of Noble and American varieties contributes a floral lift that prevents the funk from dominating, instead creating an intriguing balance between wild yeast character and refined botanical aromatics.

funky, leather, earthlemongrass, white pepperfloral hop characterherbal complexity

Taste

The palate opens with bright, zesty citrus notes that immediately ground you in the Saison foundation, but the Brett complexity quickly asserts itself—adding savory, peppery depth and a distinctly earthy mid-palate. The dry finish emerges clean and crisp, with lingering herbal and spicy notes that reward slow sipping, creating a contemplative drinking experience rather than a quenching one.

dry, crispspicy, pepperyearthy complexityherbal finish

Finish

A long, measured fade with the funky and earthy qualities persisting gently on the palate. The aftertaste leans savory and herbaceous, gradually diminishing into a subtle peppery warmth.

lengthy, measuredsavory aftertaste
87
hopIQ score
Aroma
90
Taste
88
Appearance
85
Finish
82
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Farmhouse Classic Brett Lambicus Variant

Serve at 6–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–12°C. Saison is refreshing but complex — cold works, but slightly warmer shows its farmhouse character.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink within a year. Farmhouse character is liveliest when the beer is relatively young.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Farmhouse Classic Brett Lambicus Variant

About Saison

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Saison?

Saisons are Belgian farmhouse ales with 5–8% ABV and IBU 20–35. Spicy, fruity yeast — pepper, citrus, hay — with high carbonation and a dry refreshing finish.

Finding a similar Saison

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same funky, earthy, floral character as Farmhouse Classic Brett Lambicus Variant will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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