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Saison
Nøgne Ø
14°P, 25 IBU
Ingredients: Wheat and lager malt; East Kent Goldings and Crystal hops; Belgian ale yeast, and our local Grimstad water
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:
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
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, 2013The 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.
More User Ratings:
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
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, 2017Reviewed 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
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, 2017Over ripe fruit aroma. Yeasty.
Sweet. Very light bitter. Fruit and yeast again. Some grain.
Light feel. Decent carbonation. Balanced but unassuming.
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
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, 2017Pours 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
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
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, 2016Reviewed by Dzu from Russian Federation
3.88/5 rDev +2.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
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, 2016L: 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.
Saison from Nøgne Ø
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