#272: Abandon Brewing » Peppercorn Saison

Abandon Brewing » Peppercorn Saison (Farmhouse)
ABV: 6.0% | Rating: 8.9

I stopped into Ithaca Coffee Company's Triphammer location for a couple sliders and a pint before running a show earlier in the month. Seeing 'Abandon Brewing' on the board made for a very quick decision. This being my second trip down the road of their Peppercorn Saison (the first down at Ale House between meetings over the summer), I knew this breweries beers are living up to the positive murmurs. Abandon's master brewer, Jeff Hillebrandt spent significant time at Ommegang along with an internship at Custom Brewcrafters. I'm looking forward to visiting sometime soon...

This Saison serves up with a transparent, straw body with a finger of foamy white head. Aromatic yeasts, peppercorn, and mild must & funk emit form the enticing brew. Onto the palate, its dry with a chalky mouthcoat and heavily spiced. Smooth white stone fruit esters dance with soft, black pepper spice, and mild green pepper notes. Smooth head morphs into dry, velvet finish.

Overall, a great first dive into what may end up on my top regional breweries list...