Thiriez Extra

Saison | Year-Round | France

By Pete Garofalo

Judges Rating: 86
Aroma: 22
Appearance: 6
Flavor: 35
Mouthfeel: 7
Overall Impression: 16

This hoppy interpretation of a Saison starts off with a yeasty, bread-like aroma that gradually melds with a honey sweetness. Perfumy hops mingle with some peppery phenols and hints of lemon zest, resulting in a very appealing bouquet. The flavor is somewhat of a surprise, with an intense bitterness washing away vestiges of crackery Pils- type malt, citrusy fruit esters, and peppery Belgian-type phenols. The lasting impression is of a crisp, tangy, fi rmly bitter beer with subdued malt character. With its hoppy focus that edges toward puckery sharpness, the beer seems to be closer to a Belgian IPA. Nevertheless, this is a very drinkable interpretation of the Saison style.This hoppy interpretation of a Saison starts off with a yeasty, bread-like aroma that gradually melds with a honey sweetness. Perfumy hops mingle with some peppery phenols and hints of lemon zest, resulting in a very appealing bouquet. The flavor is somewhat of a surprise, with an intense bitterness washing away vestiges of crackery Pils- type malt, citrusy fruit esters, and peppery Belgian-type phenols. The lasting impression is of a crisp, tangy, fi rmly bitter beer with subdued malt character. With its hoppy focus that edges toward puckery sharpness, the beer seems to be closer to a Belgian IPA. Nevertheless, this is a very drinkable interpretation of the Saison style.