Stillwater Saison Darkly

Stillwater Stateside Saison

Reviewed By: Herr Rick
Style: Saison / Farmhouse Ale
State/Country: Maryland
ABV: 6.8%
Serving Type: On Tap @ the Hulmeville Inn

Look: 9
Bright golden/orange color, cloudy, medium head with decent retention & lacing

Smell: 9
Lemon, spices, sweet malt

Taste: 9.5
Up Front: Tart, mild funk, sweet malt. Finish: Pepper & spices

Mouthfeel: 9
Medium body & carbonation, with a smooth, dry finish

Drinkability: 9.5
I could quaff this down ALL day!

Overall Score: 9.2

Value: 9
Cost/12 oz serving: $4.25

Overall Impression:
I really liked this Saison. I'd have to say it is my favorite Non-Brett, American Saison I've had to date. It had a small batch hand crafted feel to it, which is a great thing. I'd take this over Hennepin any day!

After dinner I decided to try one of these. Shortly thereafter, I found out that the brewer (Brian) was there and a Stillwater Event was taking place. I had a chance to chat with him briefly. It turns out that this is his brewery's very first product - how awesome is that! I wish them continued success and I hope all of their offerings are as good as this one! PROST!!!!