Ommegang Saison Rosé
LOC: Cooperstown, New York ABV: 7.7% | IBUS: N/A | SRM: N/A
What the brewer says
“This blend of saisons, one aged in oak, the other brewed with hibiscus flowers and co-fermented with chardonnay-grape juice, has aromas of grapefruit and red berries that are followed by a hint of oak. Flavors of sweet berries and lightly tart citrus resolve to subtle oak tannins and spicy Belgian yeast.”
What our panel thought
Aroma: “Grape and subtle hibiscus aromatics dominate. Slight earthy hops. Perhaps a hint of bready malt. Spicy phenols.” Flavor: “Classic peppery phenolics. Tart and pleasant hibiscus. Dry, yet subtly sweet, grape flavors. Everything is well-balanced and works well together. Dry, but not harsh finish with a low bitterness and low sour.” Overall: “Clean, spicy, dry, yet fruity. Well-crafted blend of spicy peppery phenolics and fruit characteristics. Very subtle, well-integrated hibiscus notes. Everything works with everything else.”