What Our Panel Thought
Aroma: “Lots of spicy things that come across a bit like smoky phenols. There’s an almost fishy character, but it fades to a touch of coriander, fenugreek, maple, and ginger. There’s also strong graham cracker, molasses, and caramel malt. Inviting.”
Flavor: “Fruity with overripe pear and peach. Spicy and slightly smoky phenols. If there’s tea, they added plenty of milk. This is sort of a chai beer with an overripe banana sweetness along with funky earthy notes. Nothing sticks out or is overwhelming, and overall the beer is nicely balance.”
Overall: “Lots of spicy, a bit of smoky, and somewhat fruity character—great complexity and balance, but it’s not exactly easy drinking. Probably would pair well with some spicy Thai food.”
What the Brewers Say
“A bi-coastal twist on the classic Belgian style, combining Woods’s yerba mate-infused saison with Sam Adams’s wild yeast blend. Mate’s earthy spice plays on the funky bacteria and gives a signature snap to the amber saison’s traditional dry finish.”
