Style: Saison/Farmhouse (Mixed Culture w/ Fruit)

ABV: 5.9 IBU: 18.0

96/100
Aroma: 12
Appearance: 3
Flavor: 20
Mouthfeel: 4

Ebb and Flow Fermentations Luminescence

What the brewers say

“A tart blonde ale balanced with heavy fruit and floral notes.”

What our panel thought

“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.”

What our editors thought

“Beautiful bready orange aroma with lime counterpoints. Zippy in the sip, tangy more than sweet, with balanced acidity that never oversteps.”

Review printed in: Best in Beer 2024 (View All Issues)


REVIEWS FOR YOU >

Ebb and Flow Fermentations Leaf House

“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.”

Ebb and Flow Fermentations Shake it up Front

“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.”

The Brew Gentlemen Beer Company Homegrown Saison

**Aroma:** “Light white grape with a touch of _Brett_ funk. As it warms, a bit of raspberry and moderate spicy, earthy hops. Bright lemon character up front with some subtle floral/perfume notes reminiscent of roses and lilies. Super perfume-y—roses and irises, orange, and a bit of spice in the background with some barnyard _Brett_ funk.” **Flavor:** “Moderate spiciness up front with a slight chili flavor (not the heat). Creamy consistency with a moderate vanilla note toward the back. Raspberry notes and an earthy spiciness. Aftertaste has a bit of a peach-skin astringency that lingers well after the sip. Nice stone-fruit and lemon esters mixed with a floral character. Subtle acidity in the back adds to the citrus flavors.” **Overall:** “Interesting take featuring a complex fermentation character, exhibiting some notes not often seen in the style. Well-balanced, making it very drinkable and refreshing. Light and tart citrus and _Brett_ funk play a nice supporting role.”

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