Side Project Brewing Abricot du Fermier (Blend #3)

Name: Side Project Brewing Abricot du Fermier (Blend #3)
Brand: Beer
SKU: 640f09511603da017d0f730e
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.46 (2346 reviews)

Saison 8 º

Side Project Brewing

This elevated Saison presents a sophisticated integration of sun-ripened apricots and nuanced wood character. The aroma is dominated by fresh apricot skin and a rustic, wild yeast profile native to the brewery's Missouri farm, offering earthy funk and light peppery spice. French Oak barrel aging contributes subtle tannins and a whisper of vinous acidity, complementing the delicate pome fruit esters typical of the style. On the palate, the grainy malt base is lean and highly attenuated, allowing the bright acidity of the stone fruit to shine against a background of spicy, floral hops. It finishes bone-dry with a lingering, elegant wood-derived complexity.

Appearance. Deep gold to pale orange (SRM 6-9) with a slight, hazy luminescence. Supports a dense, persistent ivory head that leaves intricate Belgian lacing. Highly effervescent with visible carbonation.

Aroma. High intensity with punchy aromas of fresh apricot and dried stone fruit merging with complex rustic funk—hay and earthy notes—from the wild yeast. Moderate spicy phenols reminiscent of white pepper are present, alongside low floral hop notes and a distinct vanillin and toasted oak presence from several months in French Oak wine barrels.

Taste. Initial burst of tart apricot and lemon zest followed by a soft, grainy malt backbone. Moderate acidity from the wild fermentation balances the profile, leading to a crisp, very dry finish. Low floral hop flavor is present, while complexity is high, featuring notes of white wine, oak tannins, and a persistent, peppery yeast character in the aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, effervescent carbonation that creates a prickly, refreshing sensation. Notable alcohol warmth is smooth and well-integrated at 8% ABV. A touch of oak-derived tannin provides a slight, pleasant astringency that enhances the bone-dry finish.

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