This one of my home brews is of a style that I have definite plans to brew again at some point. That is partly because I think I can do much better, but mostly because it is a style that I really enjoy drinking and especially in the summer months. Just this week I was chatting with a guy visiting from California that gave me some really good tips on brewing a Saison, right down to the yeast he would suggest using. Having that random conversation seems to be a message to me that I need to take another shot at it sooner than later. I may never end of with something nearly as good as Hennepin, but I would like to keep trying.
Now on to the last of my home brew reviews for now . . .
Brewery: Blueprint Brewing (Winter Park, FL)
Name: Sai What?!
Style: Saison
ABV: 5.92% (+/-)
Tasting Notes: Stored in the fridge and served in my (now without stem) Ommegang glass. Definitely the first and perhaps the only beer that I brew that will have an interrobang in the name.
Aroma: Mildly sweet (honey and citrus), fruity aroma with a low level of spice.
Appearance: Orange/honey in color. Slight white head that quickly dissipates with some trail. Somewhat hazy though rising bubbles are (barely) visible.
Flavor: Nice (somewhat sugary) sweetness up front with a very low hop bitterness and some light citrusy (lemon) notes. Low herbal character in back (toward finish) with some slight dryness at the finish.
Mouthfeel: Medium to light body with moderate to low levels of carbonation. Smooth and slightly crisp.
Overall Impressions: Not bad as my first try at the style and certainly good enough to give it another attempt. I would like it to have some more carbonation and perhaps I will experiment with different yeast on the next try. Better after it warms just a bit.
Grade: B-(ish)
Blueprint Brewing - Sai What?!
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