Bastogne Ardenne Saison

Brasserie de Bastogne

Bastogne Ardenne Saison

Saison
Year-Round

Belgium

Judges Ratings 94

Aroma: 21 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20

Description

Ardenne Saison is fermented with true “wild brettanomyces” cultivated from the region. Saison ages beautifully, just like it’s inspiration, Orval.

Beverage Profile

ABV: 5.50%
IBUs:
Served at: ()
Hops: Cascade, Hallertau
Malts:

Judges Review

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By Jim Koebel

Judges Ratings 94

Aroma: 21 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20 / 20

Bastogne Ardenne Saison by Brasserie de Bastogne is a Saison refermented with Brettanomyces, judged as BJCP Category 25B. This beer has a restrained, fruity aroma consisting of peach and pear. It is complemented by an equally mild Brett aroma and spicy hop character. After it warms, the aroma takes on the unmistakable soapiness of Cascade hops. This beer is hazy gold in color and has a tall white head with excellent retention. There’s a solid layer of sediment at the bottom of the bottle. This beer tastes bitter, dry, and attenuated with an even overtone of Brett and prickly hop spice. It is highly carbonated and medium bodied, finishing with a wild twinge. Overall this is a surprisingly easy-drinking ale. It’s a pleasure to be able to enjoy something so characterful yet unobtrusive.

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