Side Project Brewing La Ruche (Blend #2)

Name: Side Project Brewing La Ruche (Blend #2)
Brand: Beer
SKU: 61c307ea1603da8c0e77de1f
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 4.19 (1940 reviews)

Saison 6 º

Side Project Brewing

This delicate Missouri Saison displays an exquisite fusion of rustic farmhouse complexity and refined oak aging. Fermented with a blend of traditional Saison yeast and local native microflora, La Ruche Blend #2 greets the senses with a floral bouquet of Alfalfa Honey and soft, vanillin-tinged Missouri Oak. Subtle wild acidity interlaces with earthy, spicy phenols and a light citrus brightness. On the palate, the intricate fermentation profile is backed by a faint, dry honeyed sweetness that quickly yields to a bone-dry, effervescent, and pleasantly tart finish, beautifully showcasing Side Project’s signature wild yeast character.

Appearance. Pale straw to light gold (3-5 SRM). Pours with a billowy, rocky white head that demonstrates exceptional retention and leaves delicate, intricate Belgian lacing. Unfiltered and slightly hazy with persistent, effervescent carbonation bubbles.

Aroma. High intensity. Features a prominent floral bouquet of Alfalfa Honey, balanced by a complex rustic funk of damp hay, leather, and soft lactic tartness from the native microflora. Moderate esters of lemon zest and pear mingle with spicy cracked pepper from the Saison yeast, all underpinned by a gentle, woody Missouri Oak character with hints of coconut and vanilla.

Taste. Bright and refreshing initial impression dominated by a mild, clean lactic acidity. Low grainy wheat malt flavor is complemented by a delicate, fleeting touch of floral honey. Yeast and microflora drive the mid-palate with notes of lemon, green apple, and white pepper. Gentle, dry oak tannins are present, while hop bitterness remains low, allowing the crisp acidity to balance the finish. Finishes bone-dry, highly attenuated, and exceptionally clean with a lingering tartness.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a highly effervescent, spritzy carbonation that dances on the tongue. Features a very light, pleasant dry oak astringency on the finish. Alcohol warmth is negligible and beautifully integrated at six percent ABV.

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