The Brewery: The Bruery (Placentia, CA)
The Brew: Saison Rue (Belgian/French-style farmhouse ale brewed with rye & brett)
Availability: Draft and bottles
ABV: 8.5%
Rating: 9/10
Location: Home
The Story? Earlier in the spring, I trekked out to Chicago to visit a good friend and play a gig. Not wanting to let an opportunity pass by to sample numerous brews, I packed in as many bottles as would fit amongst our gear and my bandmates in my very compact car (in addition to stopping by to sample many of Goose Island's rye barrel-aged and cask selections).
Space and budget were limited, so I had to be picky, and choosing one bottle from The Bruery to bring back was quite a challenge. I was on a particularly high Farmhouse / brettanomyces kick at the time, so this one had to come along.
The Beer? Out of the gate, we start with a nice Belgian head - but not overwhelming - and an inviting sourness on the nose. First sip is sweeter than expected. This one is a far more delicate rye than most, with biscuit qualities and plentiful carbonation. Dry mouth and a bit of alcohol on the breath out. Creamy and a bit earthy towards the end of the first glass... the bitter of the rye is beginning to build.
Second Glass. Bitter dry and alcohol are becoming much more present. A musty citrus is emerging as well. This beer is getting bigger and funkier with a residual tang on the tongue as we dive deeper into the bottle, all while continuing it's delicate balance of bitter, funky, and delicate. Even with the last quarter glass, the final dredges are well balanced and wonderful.
Overall, a delicious, warm venture of a subtle, but new blend of several styles. Excellent delivery.
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