Sour Saison is a Belgian-style Saison brewed by New Belgium Brewing Company, and for the purposes of this craft beer review, the ale was served in a tulip glass from a bottle.
Appearance
The Saison pours a nearly opaque marigold hue and is topped by an inch-thick cap of puffy-white foam that persists briefly. The reduction doesn’t leave behind any lace or residue.
Aroma
The aroma is soft with a scent of tart lemon and clove. There are also hints of sourdough bread and barnyard funk.
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Flavor
The palate begins with a taste of doughy bread and a touch of citrus. Bitter notes of pine and soured lemon follow. Complexity is added with a light spicing of coriander and pepper along with a hint of barnyard funk. The sour and bitter blend is mellowed with a sweet taste of tropical fruit.
Mouthfeel
Its feel is smooth with a medium-light body and moderate carbonation. Its finish is mildly puckering and astringent.
Overall
The appearance is lackluster with the Saison’s poor head retention and lack of lace. The aroma is faint, disappears not long after the pour, but it is pleasant. The feel could use more carbonation but its mouthwatering character does make this brew nicely refreshing. Thankfully, the palate is this brew’s best feature. It’s complex and all of its flavors play along nicely. This Sour Saison is a tasty brew but it certainly could be better.
