Saison

Saison Saisons originated in Belgium as a summer seasonal beer, intending to be both refreshing and firm in flavor and body. The saison typically has a fruity (citrus is common) aroma that can be accompanied by a combination of spicey, hoppy, herbal, earthy, yeasty, even musty aspects. The flavor is moderately malty with an assertive hoppy balance and sometimes has peppery and spicey notes. Frequently, acidic and sour (Lactobacillus) aspects finish out the flavor profile of a saison, which can finish with a dry and highly carbonated finish. The appearance of a saison ranges from yellow-orange to deep amber and distinctively pours with a very generous and fluffy pillowy head that leaves behind some of the best Belgian lacing known to beer. Alcohol strengths are most often in the 5 - 8.5% ABV range, but some examples are stronger. Normally, the alcohol in a saison fills out the flavor profile but is not warming or hot.

	Beer | Location	Reviews	Score
	Baldwin Bio La Saison est Courte Canada	1	3.150
	Ojai Sespe Saison CA, United States	1	3.250
	Harpoon Saison MA, United States	1	3.100
	Ma Brasserie Saison de Ble Canada	1	3.150
	Loose Rail Full Steam OH, United States	1	3.125
	Abita Saison LA, United States	1	3.250
	Magnolia Saison de Lily CA, United States	1	3.250
	Eugene City Saison OR, United States	1	3.200
	Dérochet Crockus Switzerland	1	2.950
	Whiner Bubble Tub IL, United States	1	3.100
	Dérochet Farandole Switzerland	1	2.925
	Platform Beer Hyper Retro OH, United States	1	3.050
	Shed Brewery Biere de Miel VT, United States	1	3.175
	Shed Brewery Saison VT, United States	1	3.100
	Dieu du Ciel Saison de la Gare Canada	1	3.050
	Authentique Blonde De Noel Belgium	1	3.025
	Nodding Head Saison PA, United States	1	3.225
	Santa Barbara Punkn Saison CA, United States	1	3.175
	Oggi's HoliDazed Ale CA, United States	1	3.000
	Baggårdsbryggeriet Nytårsfabel Denmark	1	3.225