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Partizan Lemon and Thyme Saison

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A very pale saison brewed with lemon juice, lemon zest and thyme. It is zesty and dry, and the fruit brings a noticeable acidity; the herb stays in the background as a subtle aromatic note that takes the edge off the citrus sharpness. The brewery built the beer on a classic pairing, counts it among its favourite beers to brew and has kept it in the range for years. At 3.8% it is light for a saison. Sold in 330 ml bottles.

ABV
3.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyfruityherbal
citrusy
fruity
herbal
sour
tart
spicy
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant lemon character—both juice and zest contribute a sharp, fresh citrus presence.
also:yeasty
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Partizan Lemon and Thyme Saison

◎ Appearance

A very pale, straw-yellow colour that glows with brightness in the glass. The beer presents excellent clarity with fine, persistent carbonation; the white head builds readily and clings to the glass in delicate bands of lacing. The visual presentation is clean and inviting, with a nimble, effervescent quality typical of the style.

pale straw yellowbright and clearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant lemon character—both juice and zest contribute a sharp, fresh citrus presence. Thyme emerges as a herbal undertone, restrained and supporting rather than dominating, adding a gentle aromatic complexity. Behind these bright notes lie the muted, delicate grains of the pale malz base, allowing the citrus and herb to occupy the forefront without obstruction.

lemon zest and juicethyme herb notepale and delicate

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and zesty, with lemon acidity taking centre stage across the palate. The mid-palate remains dry and lean, the thyme settling into the background as a subtle seasoning that softens the citrus bite without sweetness. Moderate bitterness from noble hops threads through cleanly, finishing the mouth with a refreshing sharpness that feels earned rather than harsh.

zesty lemon aciditydry and lean bodyherbal restraint

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, drying quickly on the tongue with lingering citrus notes and a whisper of herbal spice. The aftertaste remains clean and thirst-quenching, with no cloying residue—a hallmark of this beer's careful balance.

dry and cleanshort finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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Food Pairing

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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.

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