Style: Saison/Farmhouse (Mixed Culture & Brett)

ABV: 6.0 IBU: 14.0

90/100

Aroma:	12
Appearance:	3
Flavor:	18
Mouthfeel:	5

Ebb and Flow Fermentations Leaf House

What the brewers say

“Oak-aged sour saison.”

What our panel thought

“Aroma is candied lemon peel layered over dried grasses and strawflower. Pleasant underlying malt sweetness. Refreshing start to the sip—big lime zest and grains of paradise, an invigorating ginger-like spiciness. Malt sweetness counters the acidity. Finish is a slightly burpy and lightly astringent.”

What our editors thought

“Savory lemon glaze, hay, and earthier tones shape the nose, while the flavor channels oaky chardonnay with a lime zest curl. Voluminous and ranging.”

Review printed in: Best in Beer 2023 (View All Issues)

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“Soft but inviting nose whirls together apricot-like notes with a nutty stripe of grainy malt and minty-herbal notes. Subtle berry. Very light-bodied, with soft sparkle on the tongue, gently tart, dry, and refreshing.”

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“Citrus and ginger aromas up front create a lime-like character that is complemented by earthy tea-like notes, hints of stone fruit and cherry, subtle suggestions of funk. The tart cherry flavor hits early and often in the sip, supported by a tea-like bitterness, a gingery spice, and a light citric bite. The sip is bright and crisp.”

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“In the aroma, light floral and herbal hops. Hint of orange and pear. Moderate levels of fresh bread dough and bread crust. Malt flavor is mostly biscuit and pie crust with a bit of caramel. Light pear, orange, and orange-peel notes. Finish is a touch sweet. Medium- low bitterness balances.”

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