W12 Dark Saison Review

Widmer Brothers W12 Dark Saison

Saison [Type 9] 5.5% ABV

The saison is the original seasonal beer, brewed to refresh thirsty farmworkers in Wallonia. Most modern examples are a bit sour and musty, and this one is those, all in a good way. It has some spice, a bit of bite. I wouldn't drink this just after working in the sun all morning, but it is nice for relaxing in the evening. The beer mellows a bit on the finish. The spice lingers a bit, but a sweet caramel comes through. I really like this one. Good job, Widmer Brothers.

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Widmer Brothers W12 Dark Saison Rating

Left Coast Boardwalk Saison Ale Review

Left Coast Boardwalk Saison

Saison [Type 9] 7.8% ABV

An OK saison. Pretty musty, heavy, plenty of alcohol. Not the best I've ever had, but I'm not sorry I had one. Thanks Owen!

Rating

The pic is pretty fuzzy, I'm still working on this, and I forgot to color in the rating. I would give this one five beers.

Left Coast Boardwalk Rating

Samuel Adams Rustic Saison Review

Samuel Adams Rustic Saison

Belgian Farmhouse (Saison) [Type 9] 4.35% ABV

A clear, golden ale with a soft fruity and yeasty nose. The Saison style is a summer beer brewed with great variety, following traditional methods of brewing in Wallonia. They tend to be a little sour, but not overwhelmingly so. Since they were meant to be stored until summer, they tend to have a stronger hop element.

Rating

A good summer beer. Light and refreshing, a little sour and a little spicy. Nice for sitting on the veranda in the afternoon.

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