Prairie Ale | Prairie Artisan Ales
Brewed by:
Prairie Artisan Ales
Oklahoma, United States
prairieales.com
Style: Saison / Farmhouse Ale
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 8.20%
Availability: Year-round
Notes / Commercial Description:
Prairie Ale is our classic saison. We brew this beer with pilsner malt, wheat malt, flaked wheat, and cane sugar. A healthy dose of saaz hops are used to add a spicy element to the beer. Prairie Ale is fermented with a mix of ale yeast, wine yeast, and brettanomyces. Notes of black pepper and pineapple can be found in this beer.
Added by BierGartenok on 11-26-2012
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Reviews: 164 | Ratings: 978
4.25/5 rDev +3.7%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
A: Poured into a Duvel tulip to a slightly hazed straw yellow with a three finger dense and rocky white head that retains very well and leaves good lacing
S: Smells of light lemony tartness, barnyard funk, dry pale malts with some spicy saaz hops. Hints of band aids on the nose too
T: Taste is slight lemony tartness up front with that barnyard funk, band aids come in as well, some spicy hop as well as some light doughy malt. Swallow is light tartness and more band aids and barnyard with some slight honey sweetness and lingering spice.
M: This beer is on the lighter side of medium in body with slightly prickly carbonation and a drying finish
O: This is a very good Saison. The flavors are all there and there aren't many faults to this beer. It's very complex and drinks very well. It's perfect for a hot summer day. It's not too spicy if spicy saisons aren't your thing though.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
A: Poured into a Duvel tulip to a slightly hazed straw yellow with a three finger dense and rocky white head that retains very well and leaves good lacing
S: Smells of light lemony tartness, barnyard funk, dry pale malts with some spicy saaz hops. Hints of band aids on the nose too
T: Taste is slight lemony tartness up front with that barnyard funk, band aids come in as well, some spicy hop as well as some light doughy malt. Swallow is light tartness and more band aids and barnyard with some slight honey sweetness and lingering spice.
M: This beer is on the lighter side of medium in body with slightly prickly carbonation and a drying finish
O: This is a very good Saison. The flavors are all there and there aren't many faults to this beer. It's very complex and drinks very well. It's perfect for a hot summer day. It's not too spicy if spicy saisons aren't your thing though.
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4.39/5 rDev +7.1%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
This a great saison. The smell is very complex, didn't find the pineapple, but smelled orange/tangerine in there. It's got the classic belgian saison tastes, although it's more sour than most belgian saisons. Like other successes from Prairie, it's quite a complex brew, and that makes it all the more enjoyable. It's got very fresh hop aromas, there's also a clear fresh herb or grass component in there. It was perfect with neufchatel cheese. This is now the best American saison I've had.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
This a great saison. The smell is very complex, didn't find the pineapple, but smelled orange/tangerine in there. It's got the classic belgian saison tastes, although it's more sour than most belgian saisons. Like other successes from Prairie, it's quite a complex brew, and that makes it all the more enjoyable. It's got very fresh hop aromas, there's also a clear fresh herb or grass component in there. It was perfect with neufchatel cheese. This is now the best American saison I've had.
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4.49/5 rDev +9.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Poured from a 22 oz. bottle into a Duvel tulip glass.
Appearance: Pours a cloudy golden orange with a moderate amount of bubbles. Big three finger white head with decent retention. Nice lacing.
Smell: A spicy and fruity Farmhouse style aroma with a scent of Belgian style spices and citrus fruit. Belgian yeast with a scent of clove, peppers, farmhouse funk, and brett. Citrus hop scent of orange peel, grapefruit, lemon, mango, and pineapple. Some grassy hop hints. Malt hints of grains and cracker. Also some fruit hints of banana, pear, and apple. Hints of candied sugar. A really solid aroma.
Taste: Like it smells, a spicy and fruity Farmhouse style taste with notes of spices and tropical fruit. Belgian yeast with notes of clove, pepper, farmhouse funk, and brett. Citrus hop notes of orange peel, grapefruit, mango, lemon, and pineapple. Also some fruit notes of banana, apple, and pear along with some grassy hops. Malt notes of cracker, grains, and biscuit. Sweet notes of honey and candied sugar. A pretty good taste.
Mouthfeel: Medium bodied with a moderate amount of carbonation. Juicy, spicy, and drying.
Overall: A very good juicy take on a Belgian Saison. Good mix of spicy yeast flavor and citrus hops.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Poured from a 22 oz. bottle into a Duvel tulip glass.
Appearance: Pours a cloudy golden orange with a moderate amount of bubbles. Big three finger white head with decent retention. Nice lacing.
Smell: A spicy and fruity Farmhouse style aroma with a scent of Belgian style spices and citrus fruit. Belgian yeast with a scent of clove, peppers, farmhouse funk, and brett. Citrus hop scent of orange peel, grapefruit, lemon, mango, and pineapple. Some grassy hop hints. Malt hints of grains and cracker. Also some fruit hints of banana, pear, and apple. Hints of candied sugar. A really solid aroma.
Taste: Like it smells, a spicy and fruity Farmhouse style taste with notes of spices and tropical fruit. Belgian yeast with notes of clove, pepper, farmhouse funk, and brett. Citrus hop notes of orange peel, grapefruit, mango, lemon, and pineapple. Also some fruit notes of banana, apple, and pear along with some grassy hops. Malt notes of cracker, grains, and biscuit. Sweet notes of honey and candied sugar. A pretty good taste.
Mouthfeel: Medium bodied with a moderate amount of carbonation. Juicy, spicy, and drying.
Overall: A very good juicy take on a Belgian Saison. Good mix of spicy yeast flavor and citrus hops.
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4.02/5 rDev -2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
pours a light hazed lemon gold nice fluffy brilliant white head with nice lacing, smell is citrus and lemon grass and funky farm house, with a malt sweetness, taste has crisp hops to start with citrus and grass a touch of funk with sweet malts, dry mouth feel with above average carbonation , liked the saaz hops in this its crisp dry and refreshing slight funked a great saison
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
pours a light hazed lemon gold nice fluffy brilliant white head with nice lacing, smell is citrus and lemon grass and funky farm house, with a malt sweetness, taste has crisp hops to start with citrus and grass a touch of funk with sweet malts, dry mouth feel with above average carbonation , liked the saaz hops in this its crisp dry and refreshing slight funked a great saison
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4.25/5 rDev +3.7%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
served chilled from bomber to tulip
A: cloudy light gold with a frothy pillowy slightly off white head (about 2 fingers) with good retention and a little lacing.
S: funky light sourness, grassy, light pine, and tropical fruit lushness with a touch of malt.
T: lush tropical fruit, spicy cracked pepper bread malt backer, and a light honey sweetness. slightly bitter finish
F: medium/light body, high carbonation, crisp with a nice dry finish
bottomline (aka personal opinion time):
absolute killer example of the style. the yeast is in fine form here, nailing what the style calls for. there are more funky saison's out there for sure, but if you're new to the style, this is the one you'll want to base all other's upon, as it balances the funk to a near perfect degree, letting the brew get weird with the yeast while still maintaining a controlled aspect. this one could very well be your pad from which to jump into actual wild brews (with wild yeast!) so take notes and savor the experience.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
served chilled from bomber to tulip
A: cloudy light gold with a frothy pillowy slightly off white head (about 2 fingers) with good retention and a little lacing.
S: funky light sourness, grassy, light pine, and tropical fruit lushness with a touch of malt.
T: lush tropical fruit, spicy cracked pepper bread malt backer, and a light honey sweetness. slightly bitter finish
F: medium/light body, high carbonation, crisp with a nice dry finish
bottomline (aka personal opinion time):
absolute killer example of the style. the yeast is in fine form here, nailing what the style calls for. there are more funky saison's out there for sure, but if you're new to the style, this is the one you'll want to base all other's upon, as it balances the funk to a near perfect degree, letting the brew get weird with the yeast while still maintaining a controlled aspect. this one could very well be your pad from which to jump into actual wild brews (with wild yeast!) so take notes and savor the experience.
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4.05/5 rDev -1.2%
look: 3.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
I've made soups clearer and less chunky than the contents of this bottle. Many great things can (and have been) said about Prairie Ale but, if we're being honest, it's got a look only a mother could love. Riddled with crouton-sized sediment, this flat, ghastly pale, utterly opaque beer looks like pineapple nectar.
Sourness typically reflects an infection or lack of quality control but, under the right circumstances, controlled inoculation with wild yeasts and bacteria can make for ales of unrivaled complexity that are mysteriously irresistible. This Brett-induced Saison is definitely one of those examples.
While tasting notes that list yogurt, cheese rinds and festering fruits may sound unappetizing, I assure you it's anything but. The soured, stinky features of the aroma have a strange magnetism that draws you in, then flavours of pulpy puree, fruit blossoms, and spicy coriander keep you going back. Mmmm.
Things aren't as exciting on the palate even though it consists of the same elements. Still, while tastes of grapefruit and apricot are relatively mild, be ready for a tidal wave of refreshment! A mouthfeel made up of crisp wheat, zestful spice, nervy acidity and lemonade-like tartness is capital P pleasing.
Wait - this is 8.2% alcohol? Wow. Didn't notice it one bit.
Prairie Ale has far too much Brettanomyces to be called a "classic Saison" in the traditional sense, but it's pretty classic in the modern American microbrewery context: it's a fun, funky, sour rendition of a farmhouse ale that, as I hope I've made clear, is both immensely approachable and enjoyable.
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look: 3.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
I've made soups clearer and less chunky than the contents of this bottle. Many great things can (and have been) said about Prairie Ale but, if we're being honest, it's got a look only a mother could love. Riddled with crouton-sized sediment, this flat, ghastly pale, utterly opaque beer looks like pineapple nectar.
Sourness typically reflects an infection or lack of quality control but, under the right circumstances, controlled inoculation with wild yeasts and bacteria can make for ales of unrivaled complexity that are mysteriously irresistible. This Brett-induced Saison is definitely one of those examples.
While tasting notes that list yogurt, cheese rinds and festering fruits may sound unappetizing, I assure you it's anything but. The soured, stinky features of the aroma have a strange magnetism that draws you in, then flavours of pulpy puree, fruit blossoms, and spicy coriander keep you going back. Mmmm.
Things aren't as exciting on the palate even though it consists of the same elements. Still, while tastes of grapefruit and apricot are relatively mild, be ready for a tidal wave of refreshment! A mouthfeel made up of crisp wheat, zestful spice, nervy acidity and lemonade-like tartness is capital P pleasing.
Wait - this is 8.2% alcohol? Wow. Didn't notice it one bit.
Prairie Ale has far too much Brettanomyces to be called a "classic Saison" in the traditional sense, but it's pretty classic in the modern American microbrewery context: it's a fun, funky, sour rendition of a farmhouse ale that, as I hope I've made clear, is both immensely approachable and enjoyable.
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3.8/5 rDev -7.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3.5
A 16.9 fl oz (500ml) bottle with a Julian bottled on date of 24114, meaning it was bottled on 29th August 2014. It was poured into a Duvel tulip glass.
Appearance: It poured a cloudy golden colour with a 2 finger pillowy white head that dissipates slowly leaving nice lacing.
Aroma: Nice funky farmhouse aromas with some pineapple, sour apple, light honey, some citrus and pepper.
Taste: Lemon juice, green apple, honey and pepper. Surprisingly a little on the sweet side.
Mouthfeel: Dry, light to medium bodied with high carbonation.
Overall: Great colour and aromas although it was surprisingly on the sweet side for me.
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look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3.5
A 16.9 fl oz (500ml) bottle with a Julian bottled on date of 24114, meaning it was bottled on 29th August 2014. It was poured into a Duvel tulip glass.
Appearance: It poured a cloudy golden colour with a 2 finger pillowy white head that dissipates slowly leaving nice lacing.
Aroma: Nice funky farmhouse aromas with some pineapple, sour apple, light honey, some citrus and pepper.
Taste: Lemon juice, green apple, honey and pepper. Surprisingly a little on the sweet side.
Mouthfeel: Dry, light to medium bodied with high carbonation.
Overall: Great colour and aromas although it was surprisingly on the sweet side for me.
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4.31/5 rDev +5.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
L - a deep orange encroaching the brown spectrum.
S - Smells like pine, fresh cut grass and tropical fruit. Very pleasant but light.
T- very very nice, pineapple, mango, papaya? you get that type of deal on the frontand middle with the malt, the hops are pleasant. Very bready on the finish.
MF - enjoyable. light but not thin.
O - solid solid contribution to the beer world. Classic Saison is nail on the head. Very nice.
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look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
L - a deep orange encroaching the brown spectrum.
S - Smells like pine, fresh cut grass and tropical fruit. Very pleasant but light.
T- very very nice, pineapple, mango, papaya? you get that type of deal on the frontand middle with the malt, the hops are pleasant. Very bready on the finish.
MF - enjoyable. light but not thin.
O - solid solid contribution to the beer world. Classic Saison is nail on the head. Very nice.
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4.6/5 rDev +12.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
A really great beer! Poured into a pint glass. This beer is so fragrant, sweet and floral. Great head, light lacing with a cloudy yellow color. Great saison taste, orange and citrus, sweet spice, and pepper corn. Would drink more often except for the price!
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look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
A really great beer! Poured into a pint glass. This beer is so fragrant, sweet and floral. Great head, light lacing with a cloudy yellow color. Great saison taste, orange and citrus, sweet spice, and pepper corn. Would drink more often except for the price!
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4.46/5 rDev +8.8%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Bottle brought from Kris Wines in Islington, North London for the record price for a bottle for me of £10, So I'm expecting something special! Pours a cloudy yellow colour with a foamy white head. Aromas of spice, coriander & orange. Tastes has a fresh feel to it with orange, lemon, coriander & spice present with a medium carbonation. Aftertaste has a orange & lemon with sweet mild alcoholic. Overall a outstanding Saison worth the money and better than some Saison's I've tasted from some Belgium breweries.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Bottle brought from Kris Wines in Islington, North London for the record price for a bottle for me of £10, So I'm expecting something special! Pours a cloudy yellow colour with a foamy white head. Aromas of spice, coriander & orange. Tastes has a fresh feel to it with orange, lemon, coriander & spice present with a medium carbonation. Aftertaste has a orange & lemon with sweet mild alcoholic. Overall a outstanding Saison worth the money and better than some Saison's I've tasted from some Belgium breweries.
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3.46/5 rDev -15.6%
look: 4.5 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 2.25 | overall: 4
A: A nice cloudy golden straw.
S: Funky to say the least, I get wet horse blanket, freshly mowed morning grass, spicy bread, and some subtle but pleasant citrus.
T: Much like the Aroma I'm experiencing a tug of war, or better yet chess match of flavors. There is complexity that hard to describe in that there is a strong sweetness, yet astringent bitterness, with a subtle spice and as it warms a little alcohol heat thanks to the 8.2% ABV. A true Royal Rumble of taste is you will.
F: Ah, yes... bready, honestly the yeast made me desire cheese and meat since the bread had been provided through my first sip. Very excuse my term for lack of better words fluffy and enjoyable.
Pairing Opinion: Other than the obvious mussels and fries, I would say that this wine like, bready, funky beer, would pair well with lightly spiced food, seafood (sushi specifically), and a nice rosemary brazed lamb.
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look: 4.5 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 2.25 | overall: 4
A: A nice cloudy golden straw.
S: Funky to say the least, I get wet horse blanket, freshly mowed morning grass, spicy bread, and some subtle but pleasant citrus.
T: Much like the Aroma I'm experiencing a tug of war, or better yet chess match of flavors. There is complexity that hard to describe in that there is a strong sweetness, yet astringent bitterness, with a subtle spice and as it warms a little alcohol heat thanks to the 8.2% ABV. A true Royal Rumble of taste is you will.
F: Ah, yes... bready, honestly the yeast made me desire cheese and meat since the bread had been provided through my first sip. Very excuse my term for lack of better words fluffy and enjoyable.
Pairing Opinion: Other than the obvious mussels and fries, I would say that this wine like, bready, funky beer, would pair well with lightly spiced food, seafood (sushi specifically), and a nice rosemary brazed lamb.
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4.12/5 rDev +0.5%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
A: pours a hazy gold with a lovely high fluffy white head that lasts forever.
S: dried apples, white wine, funk and grassyness, very nice.
T: very much follows the nose, with a very interesting battle between dry/sweet happening in the mouth the entire time. Nice spices come in on the finish as well, a bit peppery.
M: lighter bodied with very active carbonation, as mentioned above a dry finish is noticeable.
O: I really enjoyed this beer, I loved the taste and the interesting dry/sweet battle that occurred in my mouth. I think this is a great American version of a saison, and I would recommend it highly to anyone.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
A: pours a hazy gold with a lovely high fluffy white head that lasts forever.
S: dried apples, white wine, funk and grassyness, very nice.
T: very much follows the nose, with a very interesting battle between dry/sweet happening in the mouth the entire time. Nice spices come in on the finish as well, a bit peppery.
M: lighter bodied with very active carbonation, as mentioned above a dry finish is noticeable.
O: I really enjoyed this beer, I loved the taste and the interesting dry/sweet battle that occurred in my mouth. I think this is a great American version of a saison, and I would recommend it highly to anyone.
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4.34/5 rDev +5.9%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Pour: Bomber bottle poured into a nonic pint. Appearance: Straw yellow with a bit of cloudiness. Thick white head. Very effervescent. Aroma: Spicy with a bunch of yeast. Malt notes detected as well. Taste: Yeasty and surprisingly malty. Definite pepper notes. Lots of funk and grassy. Aftertaste: Lingering bite. Dry finish with some tart to it. Overall: Surprised a bit by the malt notes but loved the rest. Very good. 4 out of 5.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Pour: Bomber bottle poured into a nonic pint. Appearance: Straw yellow with a bit of cloudiness. Thick white head. Very effervescent. Aroma: Spicy with a bunch of yeast. Malt notes detected as well. Taste: Yeasty and surprisingly malty. Definite pepper notes. Lots of funk and grassy. Aftertaste: Lingering bite. Dry finish with some tart to it. Overall: Surprised a bit by the malt notes but loved the rest. Very good. 4 out of 5.
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4.08/5 rDev -0.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
American saisons, to my taste, mostly miss the mark. They are either too thin and hoppy or heavy and syrupy but I was pleasantly surprised when I poured this. When poured the beer had a delightful life and effervescence to it. The head was nice and the color a beautiful straw yellow, slightly murky. There were elements that reminded me of one of my favorite French Saisons; Brasserie Lebbes L'Amalthee, a fresh clean earthy taste. The bottle that I tried was a little young so I picked up a couple of extras and will put them away for a couple of months to see how it will age. Looking forward to having more of this.
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look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
American saisons, to my taste, mostly miss the mark. They are either too thin and hoppy or heavy and syrupy but I was pleasantly surprised when I poured this. When poured the beer had a delightful life and effervescence to it. The head was nice and the color a beautiful straw yellow, slightly murky. There were elements that reminded me of one of my favorite French Saisons; Brasserie Lebbes L'Amalthee, a fresh clean earthy taste. The bottle that I tried was a little young so I picked up a couple of extras and will put them away for a couple of months to see how it will age. Looking forward to having more of this.
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4.02/5 rDev -2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
L: Poured from a bottle to pint glass. Had a bright yellow color and a cloudy consistency. There was a big, fluffy, creamy, long-lasting head. Pretty good lacing.
S: A nice aroma of malt, yeast, spices and fruit.
T: Tasted of a lot of malt, pepper, light fruit (pineapple), the typical saison funk, a little hops, and yeast. There's a bit of a mustiness to the flavor that takes away from the overall quality of the taste. On the whole, a solid, well done flavor.
F: A good amount of carbonation with a dry, musty finish. Medium-bodied.
O: Prairie Ale is a pretty focused, easy to like beer. A good American version of a Belgian-style beer.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
L: Poured from a bottle to pint glass. Had a bright yellow color and a cloudy consistency. There was a big, fluffy, creamy, long-lasting head. Pretty good lacing.
S: A nice aroma of malt, yeast, spices and fruit.
T: Tasted of a lot of malt, pepper, light fruit (pineapple), the typical saison funk, a little hops, and yeast. There's a bit of a mustiness to the flavor that takes away from the overall quality of the taste. On the whole, a solid, well done flavor.
F: A good amount of carbonation with a dry, musty finish. Medium-bodied.
O: Prairie Ale is a pretty focused, easy to like beer. A good American version of a Belgian-style beer.
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4.01/5 rDev -2.2%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4.25
Thanks to tenderbranson69 for sharing this at our saison tasting, enjoyed chilled in a willybecker.
The color is slightly hazy medium amber with 3 fingers plus of head with fine bead. The smell has a nice fragrance of brettanomyces. The feel is good with slight funk in the middle nice balance.
I enjoy the way the tropical quality with a mild pineapple flavor comes out with a slight citrus effect in the taste, very enjoyable. Thanks again to my brother for the share it is a quality beer I would drink again.
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look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4.25
Thanks to tenderbranson69 for sharing this at our saison tasting, enjoyed chilled in a willybecker.
The color is slightly hazy medium amber with 3 fingers plus of head with fine bead. The smell has a nice fragrance of brettanomyces. The feel is good with slight funk in the middle nice balance.
I enjoy the way the tropical quality with a mild pineapple flavor comes out with a slight citrus effect in the taste, very enjoyable. Thanks again to my brother for the share it is a quality beer I would drink again.
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3.53/5 rDev -13.9%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Sampled yesterday on 7/7/15. Comes in a 12 ounce bottle from Prairie Artisan Ales (Krebs Brewing Company) in Krebs, Oklahoma. Bottle chilled down to 36 degrees F in my beer cooler and poured in to a 14 ounce handled-glass stein.
Brew pours a hazy apricot in color with a good 1+-finger thick foamy white head A decent amount of lacing is seen when sipped that stuck to the sides. Lots of sediment is seen in the bottom of the bottle after the pour. Aroma is grassy with some spice and citrus zest. More going on with the taste as there is some peppery yeast, wheat also with the lemon zest crispness near the end. Slight dry and bitter finish but didn't last too long. Medium-bodied with good carbonation. Overall, it tasted better when it warmed up some. Not a big fan overall of this style of brew, but this one was better than most.
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look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Sampled yesterday on 7/7/15. Comes in a 12 ounce bottle from Prairie Artisan Ales (Krebs Brewing Company) in Krebs, Oklahoma. Bottle chilled down to 36 degrees F in my beer cooler and poured in to a 14 ounce handled-glass stein.
Brew pours a hazy apricot in color with a good 1+-finger thick foamy white head A decent amount of lacing is seen when sipped that stuck to the sides. Lots of sediment is seen in the bottom of the bottle after the pour. Aroma is grassy with some spice and citrus zest. More going on with the taste as there is some peppery yeast, wheat also with the lemon zest crispness near the end. Slight dry and bitter finish but didn't last too long. Medium-bodied with good carbonation. Overall, it tasted better when it warmed up some. Not a big fan overall of this style of brew, but this one was better than most.
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4.4/5 rDev +7.3%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Look: golden straw, cloudy, 2+ fingers of white head.
Smell: lots of Belgian funk - LOADS of Belgian funk. Grassy aromas complement the funk.
Taste: the funk smacks you upside the head 3 times - then twice more for good measure. Grassy flavors, pilsner malt, wheat malt - this is truly exceptional.
Feel: bubbly like a saison should be, dry, but not overly dry. Very refreshing - and it's 8.2% ABV.
Overall: this is a world-class saison, IMHO. I love the style in the summer when it's hot and muggy, and Prairie crushed this.
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look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Look: golden straw, cloudy, 2+ fingers of white head.
Smell: lots of Belgian funk - LOADS of Belgian funk. Grassy aromas complement the funk.
Taste: the funk smacks you upside the head 3 times - then twice more for good measure. Grassy flavors, pilsner malt, wheat malt - this is truly exceptional.
Feel: bubbly like a saison should be, dry, but not overly dry. Very refreshing - and it's 8.2% ABV.
Overall: this is a world-class saison, IMHO. I love the style in the summer when it's hot and muggy, and Prairie crushed this.
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3.97/5 rDev -3.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
500ml bottle caught my my tulip after an eruption, can't remember when (from notes)
A Jebus did this one ever explode all over the place, a fountain if you will, I managed to get a glass of beer anyways, golden orange, plenty of sediment and bubbles loose foam leaves random lace
S no obvious signs of infection, just some spicy, peppery yeast, bread notes dry orange peel, smells on par for the style
T dry cereals, a hint of bubblegum, spicy, wheat, just a hint of booze, again I see no reason for this one to explode when opened
M lively almost foamy, spicy finish a hint of booze, fairly dry finish
O not a bad version of the style, nothing to really set it apart but solid all over
other then the violent opening this one turned out pretty good, just open it by a sink
★ 786 characters
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
500ml bottle caught my my tulip after an eruption, can't remember when (from notes)
A Jebus did this one ever explode all over the place, a fountain if you will, I managed to get a glass of beer anyways, golden orange, plenty of sediment and bubbles loose foam leaves random lace
S no obvious signs of infection, just some spicy, peppery yeast, bread notes dry orange peel, smells on par for the style
T dry cereals, a hint of bubblegum, spicy, wheat, just a hint of booze, again I see no reason for this one to explode when opened
M lively almost foamy, spicy finish a hint of booze, fairly dry finish
O not a bad version of the style, nothing to really set it apart but solid all over
other then the violent opening this one turned out pretty good, just open it by a sink
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4.08/5 rDev -0.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Mmmmm Saison. Looks great... Big white pile of foam atop a slightly hazy unfiltered golden yellow. Aroma is sweet, wild flowers baking in the sun, a wee bit of tart and sweet lemon, some funky earthiness, and some kind of red cherry-like berries. Taste is alike with added smooth creaminess. Good flavors and sweet, fruity, floral, wild yeast.
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look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Mmmmm Saison. Looks great... Big white pile of foam atop a slightly hazy unfiltered golden yellow. Aroma is sweet, wild flowers baking in the sun, a wee bit of tart and sweet lemon, some funky earthiness, and some kind of red cherry-like berries. Taste is alike with added smooth creaminess. Good flavors and sweet, fruity, floral, wild yeast.
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3.81/5 rDev -7.1%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Gushes out of the bottle a foggy yellow color with a tall, foamy white head that settles to a fine covering. Smells of peppery yeast esters, flower petals, Brett, earth, and wet hay. Lots of yeast upfront in the flavor too...peppercorns, zesty citrus pulp, earthy farmhouse funk, spiced apples, flowers, bananas, and grassy hops. Noticeably strong tasting for a Saison, with a little lingering burn. Fluffy medium body, finishing on the dry side. I tend to like my Saisons lighter and less aggressive, but this is pretty nice.
★ 530 characters
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Gushes out of the bottle a foggy yellow color with a tall, foamy white head that settles to a fine covering. Smells of peppery yeast esters, flower petals, Brett, earth, and wet hay. Lots of yeast upfront in the flavor too...peppercorns, zesty citrus pulp, earthy farmhouse funk, spiced apples, flowers, bananas, and grassy hops. Noticeably strong tasting for a Saison, with a little lingering burn. Fluffy medium body, finishing on the dry side. I tend to like my Saisons lighter and less aggressive, but this is pretty nice.
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4.2/5 rDev +2.4%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
Served On-Tap
A – Pours a bright translucent gold with a nice stark white head.
S – Very bright, lemon, orange, yeast, funk, pepper.
T – Notes of lemon juice, bright yeast, peppery, sweet malts, mild undertones of citrus and light spice, wonderful balance here, errs on the sweet side, ever so slightly.
M – Medium bodied, very nicely done.
O – Excellent offering here from Prairie, this is on the tart and bright side of the Saison spectrum, and it is done incredibly well. Nicely done.
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look: 3.75 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
Served On-Tap
A – Pours a bright translucent gold with a nice stark white head.
S – Very bright, lemon, orange, yeast, funk, pepper.
T – Notes of lemon juice, bright yeast, peppery, sweet malts, mild undertones of citrus and light spice, wonderful balance here, errs on the sweet side, ever so slightly.
M – Medium bodied, very nicely done.
O – Excellent offering here from Prairie, this is on the tart and bright side of the Saison spectrum, and it is done incredibly well. Nicely done.
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3.42/5 rDev -16.6%
look: 4.25 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5
On tap at Taphouse, Copenhagen
Who knows when the keg was tapped...
A - big white head that recedes to a lasting thing cap. Super clear light yellow body that starts to look really pale when backlit
S - not much happening. Light tropical fruits Nd
yeast
T - light malts and a touch of white pepper
M - really full with a slight bitter finish
O - it's a pleasant beer, but boring
★ 385 characters
look: 4.25 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5
On tap at Taphouse, Copenhagen
Who knows when the keg was tapped...
A - big white head that recedes to a lasting thing cap. Super clear light yellow body that starts to look really pale when backlit
S - not much happening. Light tropical fruits Nd
yeast
T - light malts and a touch of white pepper
M - really full with a slight bitter finish
O - it's a pleasant beer, but boring
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4.55/5 rDev +11%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.75 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Poured from a 500ml bottle into an oversized wine glass
A- A Murky golden straw color with a Billowy bone white head Patrick Bateman would be proud of. This is what I want my saison to look like
S- You get a lot of earthy straw, some pepper, some mushroom like funkiness and surprising tropical pineapple lemon thing towards the end. One of the best smelling saisons I've ever had.
T- I get a lot from the smell. wet hay, earthy, some funkiness,Nice soft bread backing it up, Pineapple/lemon flavers ending in a crisp slight tartness.
M- Bone dry, spritzy high carb, you get a nice smooth mouthfeel from the wheat. Ideal saison territory here
O- Overall if I had regular access to this, this would be my go to saison. This beer kills it every time I've had it. I love the dryness and drinkability and the 500 ml format is perfect.
★ 836 characters
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.75 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5
Poured from a 500ml bottle into an oversized wine glass
A- A Murky golden straw color with a Billowy bone white head Patrick Bateman would be proud of. This is what I want my saison to look like
S- You get a lot of earthy straw, some pepper, some mushroom like funkiness and surprising tropical pineapple lemon thing towards the end. One of the best smelling saisons I've ever had.
T- I get a lot from the smell. wet hay, earthy, some funkiness,Nice soft bread backing it up, Pineapple/lemon flavers ending in a crisp slight tartness.
M- Bone dry, spritzy high carb, you get a nice smooth mouthfeel from the wheat. Ideal saison territory here
O- Overall if I had regular access to this, this would be my go to saison. This beer kills it every time I've had it. I love the dryness and drinkability and the 500 ml format is perfect.
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Prairie Ale from Prairie Artisan Ales
4.1
out of 5
based on 978 ratings.
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Pours a hazy golden straw color with a frothy, white head that leaves little chunks of lacing.
Smells of citrus zest, floral notes, and some spice.
Tastes of some fruity notes along with plenty of spice and some malt sweetness underneath it. Fruity note lead off with tart apples, pear, and some apricot along with white grapes. Malts add net with a bit of wheat and some syrupy sweetness. Floral notes come next along with grassy notes. Spicy notes come towards the end with white pepper and clove, as well as some coriander. Finishes with a bit of spice and some alcohol warmth.
Mouthfeel is medium-full with a smooth amount of carbonation.
Overall, this is a tasty saison.
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