Green Bench Brewing Co. Saison de Banc Vert

“Semi-classic saison aromas with a hint of Coors Banquet leads to spicy flavor and coarse effervescence. Light hints of sweet corn dance within the subtle aroma with notes of stone fruit, pepper, and leather. Firm bitterness balances the full-bodied finish.”

**Aroma:** “Big peach with some wet-dog _Brett_ funk in the background. Earthy, almost woody, aroma. Moderate tart notes up front with orange and _Brett_.” **Flavor:** “Peach dominates with slight _Brett_ funk in the background but the acidity dominates. Dry flavor profile with high raspberry fruitiness that pushes almost to astringency. Aftertaste is tart and long lasting with peach-skin and raspberry notes. Tons of juicy stone-fruit flavors (overripe apricots and nectarines) with a subtle tartness that cuts through the fruit character. Balance is a bit toward the dry side, but not bone-dry, which keeps it refreshingly drinkable.” **Overall:** “This is like a greatest hits of everything I look for in a mixed-fermentation saison. Complex ester profile, subtle phenolics, restrained acidity but still very present, great mouthfeel and perfect balance. Only potential gripe could be the lack of 'funk' but still plenty of other _Brett_ character. Seek this out.”

**Aroma:** “Lemon zest and lemon juice dominate, with a very subtle hint of leather. A blend of fruity pineapple, earthy _Brett_ funk, and earthy and herbal tea-like hops. A light apricot note as the head starts to break.” **Flavor:** “Lemon flavors abound, with hints of lemon zest and lemon juice. When combined with tartness, it comes across as lemon drop or Warheads candies. Tartness is somewhat sharp and a bit lingering in the finish. Somewhat balanced (not too dry or too sweet), but tartness helps give a perception of dryness in the finish. Moderate sour lemon note up front with the sourness that grows throughout the sip to the end.” **Overall:** “Interesting take on the style, with a ton of lemon character from the _Brett_ and/or hops. Great showcase of pineapple fruity and earthy _Brett_ funk. An interesting profile with moderate grapefruit and raspberry notes. Tart but not overly sour and still very drinkable.”