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Saison Brett

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An earthy quality comes from Brettanomyces, one of the various yeasts used for bottle conditioning. Based on Tank 7, this farmhouse ale is assertively dry-hopped. It had three months of bottle age before release, and further cellaring will continue to enhance the Brett character. Saison and farmhouse ale, 8.5% ABV and 38 IBU. A limited release from Boulevard.

ABV
8.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter38 IBU
SRM
golden6
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
earthyhoppyfunky
earthy
hoppy
funky
yeasty
fruity
spicy
Aroma
The nose opens with assertive noble hop character—floral and herbal—layered over earthy, peppery notes from Brettanomyces fermentation.
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Saison Brett

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is lively, creating a steady stream of fine bubbles that sustains the foam structure throughout the pour.

pale goldenclearfine head lacingbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with assertive noble hop character—floral and herbal—layered over earthy, peppery notes from Brettanomyces fermentation. Subtle fruity esters and a light spice note emerge in the background, with the bottle age contributing additional complexity and a gentle farmhouse funk that invites repeated sniffing.

noble hop floralsearthy Brett funkpeppery spicefruity esters

◐ Taste

The palate is bone-dry with a crisp, hop-forward entry that delivers herbal and citrus notes without excessive harshness. The mid-palate develops the signature Brett character—earthy, slightly musty, with a subtle wild-yeast complexity—balanced against a clean, refreshing bitterness that sustains through the development without overwhelming.

dry palateherbal hopswild yeast complexitybalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

Long, clean finish with lingering hop bitterness and a persistent earthy dryness that speaks to both the Brettanomyces and the farmhouse ale heritage. The aftertaste remains crisp and inviting, encouraging further sips.

long, dry finishlingering hoppy bite
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
81
Serve at 6–9°C

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

Pint glass

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.

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About Brett Saison

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What is a Brett 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.

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