Small Town (Saison)

This Belgian-style saison presents a pale golden color capped by a robust head of bright white foam. Saison, like so many Belgian styles, offer a yeast-driven profile, and Small Town is no exception as its very distinctive aroma delivers classic saison notes. The Belgian yeast strain delivers plenty of phenolic clove-live character along with softer bubblegum and banana. Those fond of Belgian witbiers will notice a resemblance. A dash of Strisselspalt, a classic Alsatian hop, augments the yeasty aromas with additional herbal and spicy character, with floral flashes. That trio of bubblegum, banana, and clove makes itself known upfront on the palate, too, atop a malt core that comes through quite clean with a light crackery impression. Effervescent carbonation provides plenty of lift and a bit of extra bite to bolster the mild hop bitterness and hint of lemony acidity. Bright, spicy, and super drinkable, this sessionable saison makes a fine companion to a wide variety of dishes. We're thinking grilled halibut steaks, steamed shellfish with coriander and lemon, roasted chicken, Pad Thai, funky and earthy cheeses, or a slice of lemon meringue pie. Cheers!