FAQ

What is a saison?

A saison, also known as a farmhouse ale, is a style of beer that is thought to have been made and consumed by farm workers in Belgium and Northern France. It means "season" in French. Saisons are characterised by their unique and diverse culture-driven flavour profile, which often includes a combination of fruity, spicy, and earthy notes.  

What is a mixed culture beer?

A mixed culture beer is fermented with a blend of yeasts and/or bacteria. These beers are often fermented and aged in oak barrels for several months or even years. This allows for several phases of fermentation to occur, which imparts a complex flavour profile that can include notes of sourness, funk, fruitiness, and tartness.

What flavours can I expect?

Our beer can exhibit a wide range of flavour and aroma depending on the age of the beer, the barrels used, and which hops and/or fruit were used to make a blend for release. You can generally expect a beer with fruity, spicy, earthy aromas, some tartness and acidity, and the flavour and aroma of any added fruits or herbs. The unique combination of yeast and bacteria strains, coupled with the influence of oak barrels, contributes a rich and diverse flavour profile.

How should I store and serve the beer?

Our beers should be stored in cool, stable temperatures preferably in a dark place. Refrigerate before consuming. See the best-before dates on specific packages, but some mixed-culture beers can be stored for years in ideal conditions. Compared to a typical beer, our beers are best enjoyed at slightly warmer temperatures (around 10-13°C) to allow their flavours to fully express themselves. We highly recommend pairing with delicious food, and will happily pass on our ideal food/beer pairings!