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Off Color Brewing Bare Bear
This farmhouse-inspired Saison evokes a rustic Finnish landscape, merging the peppery yeast character of a classic Belgian ale with the resinous, forest-forward snap of juniper berries. A base of rye malts provides a distinctively spicy, grainy depth that grounds the brighter notes of citrus and pome fruit esters. Earthy, herbal accents from Nugget hops weave through the profile, complementing the botanical, gin-like aromatics. The finish is remarkably dry and effervescent, leaving a lingering trail of crushed pine needles and spicy rye grain. It is a bold, highly attenuated ale that balances traditional complexity with primitive, herbal allure.
Appearance. Deep gold to pale amber (8–12 SRM) with a soft, hazy unfiltered clarity. Crowned by a dense, rocky ivory head with excellent retention and persistent Belgian lacing.
Aroma. Moderate to high intensity featuring resinous juniper and pine needles. The malt profile is defined by an earthy, spicy rye graininess, while Nugget hops contribute herbal and floral undertones. Fermentation esters suggest dried lemon peel and pear, accompanied by a sharp, peppery phenolic character.
Taste. Initial impression is bone-dry and botanical. The mid-palate delivers the sharp, spicy bite of rye malts layered with resinous juniper berry flavors. Hop bitterness is moderate but feels firm due to high attenuation, showcasing earthy Nugget notes. Yeast-derived black pepper and light citrus balance a grainy, rustic malt core. The finish is crisp and very dry with a lingering spicy, herbal aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium body with a slight silkiness from the rye content. Very high, effervescent carbonation provides a lively prickle on the tongue. A light, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present without being hot.
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Off Color Bare Bear 4-pack
Finnish style Sahti brewed with rye malts and juniper berries. Hops - Nugget. 7.0% ABV
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Finnish style Sahti brewed with rye malts and juniper berries. Hops - Nugget. 7.0% ABV
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Off Color Bare Bear 16oz can
Off Color Bare Bear It’s Sahti season!! For our Off Color take on a Finnish farmhouse ale, Bare Bea ...e, as well as peppery Belgian yeast. Some candy malt balances the flavor while boiled oak staves (a shout out to the Finnish-style brewing vessels of old) impart a tannic structure & dryness ...
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Off Color Bare Bear
It’s Sahti season!! For our Off Color take on a Finnish farmhouse ale, Bare Bear gets its signature diverse spiciness from a combination of juniper berries, malted and unmalted rye, as well as peppery Belgian yeast. Some candy malt balances the flavor while boiled oak staves (a shout out to the Finnish-style brewing vessels of old) impart a tannic structure & dryness to the final beer.
Gravity: 15 dP
IBUs: 10
SECRET TECHNIQUE
Boiled oak staves impart a tannic structure to the final beer and a shout out to the Finnish-style brewing vessels of old.
INGREDIENTS
Pils, Cara Rye, Rye Malt, Carapils, Red Malt, Roasted Barley, Nugget hops, Juniper Berries, boiled wood staves
It’s Sahti season!! For our Off Color take on a Finnish farmhouse ale, Bare Bear gets its signature diverse spiciness from a combination of juniper berries, malted and unmalted rye, as well as peppery Belgian yeast. Some candy malt balances the flavor while boiled oak staves (a shout out to the Finnish-style brewing vessels of old) impart a tannic structure & dryness to the final beer.
Gravity: 15 dP
IBUs: 10
SECRET TECHNIQUE
Boiled oak staves impart a tannic structure to the final beer and a shout out to the Finnish-style brewing vessels of old.
INGREDIENTS
Pils, Cara Rye, Rye Malt, Carapils, Red Malt, Roasted Barley, Nugget hops, Juniper Berries, boiled wood staves
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