Side Project Brewing Bière du Pays

__Aroma:__ “Lactic tartness and fleshy blueberry sweetness. There’s a lemon citrus or lemongrass herbal thing as well. Some *Brett* funk and subtle floral notes.” __Flavor:__ “As in the aroma, there’s lots of intense dark fruit, blueberry, and cherry along with lemon and lemongrass. The lactic and blueberry sweetness are very rich and well blended. Tannins (probably from the fruit) help round things out and make you want another sip. Finishes dry.” __Overall:__ “An interesting mix of dark intense fruit and light lemony acidity, which is strong but not over the top. Very drinkable! Well-balanced with nice berry flavors, sour, and tannic qualities.”

**Aroma:** “Light lemon note. Slightly sweet maltiness. Hint of _Brett_ funk. Some dark stone fruits and earthy notes. Pear and red apple esters with a hint of white pepper and a touch of malt sweetness.” **Flavor:** “Sweet and sour notes up front with peach sweetness and a slight oak sour note. Light creamy consistency at the end with a nice peppery spiciness. Fruity sweet with a tart finish—almost with a touch of wood/oak. Medium body with a dry sour finish. Apple, pear, peach, apricot fruit character dominate up front that coupled with the malt sweetness gives a very sweet fruity character. Barnyard _Brett_ in the background. Moderate sweet into strong sour that fades back into a low-to-moderately sweet finish.” **Overall:** “Very drinkable. Nice fruity and funky aroma and flavor but a bit high on the acidity. I really enjoy the big stone-fruit flavors and the more subtle funk. Overall this beer is fairly sweet for a saison even though it’s enjoyable and very drinkable.”

“Orange peel, lemon meringue, lime, apple, and green tea in the nose create a clean, fruity, and inviting aroma. The apple flavors are supported by a cinnamon-like spice and a tart, citric acidity that balances the sweet spice. The package comes across like an autumn-spiced version of the style.”