Saison
Nøgne Ø

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From:
Nøgne Ø
 
Norway
Style:
Saison
ABV:
6.5%
Score:
85
Avg:
3.78 | pDev: 10.32%
Reviews:
143
Ratings:
265
Status:
Active
Rated:
Nov 27, 2018
Added:
Feb 08, 2006
Wants:
  9
Gots:
  10
14°P, 25 IBU

Ingredients: Wheat and lager malt; East Kent Goldings and Crystal hops; Belgian ale yeast, and our local Grimstad water
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Ratings by biegaman:
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Reviewed by biegaman from Canada (ON)

3.78/5  rDev 0%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Nøgne Saison has the colour of an orange peel but the complexion of an amulet. I don't know whether I want to drink it or put it behind a display case. Its vivid tone is especially appreciated against a bright afternoon sun which serves to illuminate its almost atomic-sized bubbles. Its head is hardly bigger and almost all but disappears before the half-way point.

The aroma is an even concoction of yeast and biscuity, bready malt. It smells a little like a bakery. There are also fruity notes vaguely reminiscent of pear and apricot, the appreciation of which is congested by a slightly bitter-smelling earthiness. Some floral qualities are noted too.

Short men can still cast big shadows - while yeast is by far the smallest proportion of this recipe it is also arguably the most conspicuous. While the hops and malt each contribute their own brand of grassy and grainy flavour, it's likely the yeast who's behind the grains of paradise spice, the flower petal incense, orchard fruit, and at least some of the oven-fresh bread loaf.

Nøgne Saison has less energy than one expects from a Saison; the wheels of carbonation could use a little grease (as evidenced from the total lack of head). A lot of the spice and acidity falls flat on the palate, as opposed to with the colourful effervescence they should. It's still a pleasant drink, especially as a thirst-quenching aperitif.

If mention of a beer can conjure up a season, then Saison should conjure up the nicest, warmest, sunniest of spring and summer afternoons. Nøgne Saison doesn't quite have the gumption to evoke that imagery but it sure does pair well with it. It is not this brewery's best offering but definitely does live up to their usual standard of quality.
Jul 15, 2013
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.94 by jroof1 from Massachusetts

Nov 27, 2018
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Reviewed by saboliver from England

3.71/5  rDev -1.9%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75
Cloudy, no head, relatively few bubbles. Buttery, biscuity aroma with some earthiness and farmyard notes. Grain flavours with some yeastiness. Low to medium carbonation, with fine bubbles and very slight fizz on the tongue. Not much bitterness at first, more later. A few fruity notes comes through with further sips. A flavour reminiscent of pate coming through with later bitterness. Fairly smooth to drink. Tastes less than its percentage. An enjoyable, somewhat rustic ale but relatively light in terms of flavour.
Aug 06, 2017
 
Rated: 3.89 by priley from England

Jul 24, 2017
 
Rated: 3.68 by Foley67 from Scotland

Jul 01, 2017
 
Rated: 3.59 by dsshuck from Delaware

Jun 11, 2017
 
Rated: 3.5 by jrfehon33 from Pennsylvania

May 06, 2017
 
Rated: 3.82 by sephyrott from Spain

May 06, 2017
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Reviewed by vinicole from England

3.58/5  rDev -5.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Bottle. Cloudy light marmalade colour. Thin wispy head.
Over ripe fruit aroma. Yeasty.
Sweet. Very light bitter. Fruit and yeast again. Some grain.
Light feel. Decent carbonation. Balanced but unassuming.
Apr 28, 2017
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Reviewed by EmperorBevis from England

3.24/5  rDev -14.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 2.25 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.5
Bottled
Pours a slightly hazy golden body with decent enough white head
Wheat and aspirin aroma that barely registers
Wheat and lemon flavour with a touch of honey
Apr 06, 2017
 
Rated: 4.28 by louislouis91 from Ireland

Mar 04, 2017
 
Rated: 3.77 by Hip_Hop_Hooray from Wales

Dec 25, 2016
 
Rated: 4.01 by stephenlee from England

Nov 26, 2016
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Reviewed by DJ-Hophead from England

4.19/5  rDev +10.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4
330 ml bottle M and S, Bristol - Pours cloudy golden with a large white foamy head. Medium carnobnation. Nice lacing. Aroma - ripe fruits, floral notes, yeasty feel. Taste - sweet, ripe fruit forefront, yeasty middle, crisp bitter finish. Very well rounded saison, worth checking out..
Oct 13, 2016
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Reviewed by Dzu from Russian Federation

3.88/5  rDev +2.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
Poured into chalice.
L: Light amber color with a weak white foam head.
S: Hops, limon, light fruits.
T: Interesting with biterness. Notes of peaches and apples.
F: Smooth, medium carbonation and body.
O: Too ordinary for me.
Sep 16, 2016
 
Rated: 4 by Hanyuu from Finland

Jul 29, 2016
 
Rated: 4.01 by PierceTheElder from California

Jun 23, 2016
 
Rated: 3.81 by steverx8 from England

May 27, 2016
 
Rated: 4.3 by risenz from England

Mar 30, 2016
 
Rated: 4.38 by sammorito from Virginia

Nov 05, 2015
Saison from Nøgne Ø
Beer rating: 85 out of 100 with 265 ratings