Taste Buds 062: Happy Birthday Dusty! (A Boulevard Saison for the chubby kid)
SHOW NOTES:
From The Brewer: This golden ale is delightfully effervescent and generously hopped. Hints of lemon zest appear in the slightly phenolic aroma, while the flavor brings spicy taste of black pepper and lemon grass. Citrus and pineapple notes are discernible in the slightly astringent finish. Smokestack Saison is brewed with two-row pale malt, malted wheat, and a pinch of corn. In addition to Magnum and Simcoe hops, we use a new variety called Amarillo, which contributes to the citrusy flavor of the beer.
IBUs: 30
OG: 14 degrees Plato
Final: 2.2 degrees Plato
ABV: 6.2%
From Us:
This was Dusty’s first Saison…EVER, and he really dug it, appreciating the deep flavor profile and more of the floral tones. Erik, while agreeing that this beer is absolutely true to the style and a very solid effort by the brewer, would have liked to see a little more spice to it, but for 99.9% of the saison drinkers out there, and especially for first time saison drinkers, you will absolutely not be disappointed with this beer.
Beer Tip: Watch your temperature, especially with Saison’s. This beer will open up tremendously in the mid 40’s, drink it too cold and you will be disappointed, and it will be your fault.
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