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The Lost Abbey Red Barn Ale

The Lost Abbey
United States·Saison·Rank 15 of 38 · The Best American Farmhouse Ales
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A farmhouse saison brewed with local honey and fresh herbs. Earthy, spicy and fruity with a dry, effervescent finish. Reflects the Belgian farmhouse tradition with a distinctly Californian character.

ABV
6.7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruityspicyearthy
fruity
spicy
earthy
honey
herbal
floral
Aroma
The nose presents a complex blend of spicy phenolics and fruity esters characteristic of Belgian saison yeast, complemented by subtle floral and herbal notes from the fresh herb additions.
also:yeasty
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for The Lost Abbey Red Barn Ale

◎ Appearance

Pours a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that persists with fine carbonation. The effervescent character is immediately evident from the lively bubble structure rising through the glass.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent white headhighly carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a complex blend of spicy phenolics and fruity esters characteristic of Belgian saison yeast, complemented by subtle floral and herbal notes from the fresh herb additions. Honey sweetness provides a gentle backdrop without overwhelming the traditional farmhouse aromatics.

spicy phenolicfruity estersfloralherbal

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing with citrus and stone fruit notes supported by the yeasty complexity. Mid-palate develops herbal and spice layers from the adjuncts, while the low IBU (25) allows the delicate flavors to shine without harsh bitterness. The palate remains clean throughout with excellent balance between sweetness and dryness.

crispcitrus-forwardspicyyeasty

◑ Finish

Dry, effervescent finish with lingering spice and herbal notes that fade cleanly without astringency. The carbonation enhances the crisp conclusion, leaving a refreshing aftertaste ideal for food pairing.

drycleaneffervescent
83
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
86
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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Food Pairing

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About Saison

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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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