Hennepin (Farmhouse Saison) - Brewery Ommegang

NiceGuyMike

New Jersey

4.68/5  rDev +12%
look: 5 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5

I've read that their cave aged beers are only available at the brewery. I got this in NJ at Oaktree Liquors (they claim to be the only one in NJ). Some stats from the attached label:
"..8 months 156` below ground at a constant 52 degrees F and 80% humididy in complete darkness..."

I love Hennepin, so I was glad to get my hands on this.

a: beautifully clear golden brew. A very fine head that laces like a sheet of white...errum...lace?
s: sweet fruits with some alcohol.
t: Sweet fruitiness that finishes dry and light pepery phenols and powery yeasts. Alcohol is present. The aftertastes is a bit syrupy which conflicts with the dry finish.
m: smooth; so smooth and mellow. Yummy!
d: I can sip this forever. This is truely an amazing brew.

I'd attribute the smooth mellowness to the aging.

Serving type: bottle

06-19-2006 00:39:56 | More by NiceGuyMike

mporter249

South Carolina

2.75/5  rDev -34.2%

06-19-2013 08:38:11 | More by mporter249

arthurbdavis

Virginia

4/5  rDev -4.3%

06-18-2013 22:17:01 | More by arthurbdavis

danfix99

Minnesota

3/5  rDev -28.2%

06-18-2013 15:19:10 | More by danfix99

Kuaff

Alaska

4.34/5  rDev +3.8%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

Ooooohhhh man. This is a good one. Poured chilled from a big 750 mL bottle into a tulip glass on a 90-degree June day.

Massive four-finger, fluffy white head atop a body that's a cloudy straw color. I can see yeast sediments! (I love yeast sediment.)

The scent is full of grainy yeast, bananas and green apples, cloves, ginger, and sweet, buttery corn, believe it or not. An outstanding combination.

It tastes straightforward and GOOD. Yeasty, sweet white bread infused with a bit of dry, fruity tartness.

The feel is totally crisp and refreshing. That's all.

An awesome saison and fantastic American take on a Belgian ale style. It's easy to see why it's so popular. I could enjoy this anytime, but like people say, it's ESPECIALLY nice in the sweltering heat.

Serving type: bottle

06-17-2013 22:58:52 | More by Kuaff

Andreias21

Florida

4.25/5  rDev +1.7%

06-17-2013 17:10:17 | More by Andreias21

tjsmith910

Florida

3.75/5  rDev -10.3%

06-17-2013 11:29:27 | More by tjsmith910

marybrooke

New York

4/5  rDev -4.3%

06-17-2013 06:23:46 | More by marybrooke

beerjardin

Illinois

4/5  rDev -4.3%

06-17-2013 06:06:24 | More by beerjardin

JC333

New York

4.25/5  rDev +1.7%

06-17-2013 02:58:30 | More by JC333

Burkbom23

Connecticut

4.23/5  rDev +1.2%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

Pale yellow color with huge white head that leaves a ton of lacing on the glass. Pretty hazy and lots of yeast floating around the glass. I obviously ignored the instructions on the bottle that said to be careful not to disturb the yeast. crazy amount of bubbles. Clean crisp aroma. Some spice, cloves and coriander come to mind. Definite wheat. Very citrusy. The taste has lots of citrus as well. Orange, lemon. Spicy. Some alcohol, some grain, very flavorful. Slight bitterness in the finish. Light medium body, good crispness, spritzy. Really drinkable smooth beer. Excellent Saison. Best of this style that I have had so far I believe.

Serving type: bottle

06-16-2013 22:48:31 | More by Burkbom23

mattcrill

Ohio

4.25/5  rDev +1.7%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

Aroma: Moderate clove and white pepper aromas up front. Background fruity esters that remind me of fresh cut musk melon and cantaloupe. Possibly some earthy hop aromatics.

Appearance: Cloudy amber pour with a fluffy white cap that retains well.

Flavor: More ripe melons, slightly peppery, mild clove. Earthy hop bitterness balances out the light crackery malt base. Balance is to the spiciness/bitterness. Finish is very clean and dry.

Mouthfeel: Light bodied and spritzy. Carbonic bite is appropriate. No alcohol heat, creaminess, or astringency.

Overall impression: Well crafted and well worth the hype. Not my favorite style but I can understand why it gets good press.

Serving type: bottle

06-16-2013 20:47:15 | More by mattcrill

jaxon53

Connecticut

4.25/5  rDev +1.7%

06-16-2013 19:48:15 | More by jaxon53

MgoJohnStamos

Michigan

4.5/5  rDev +7.7%

06-16-2013 17:48:43 | More by MgoJohnStamos

pknyc

New York

4/5  rDev -4.3%

06-16-2013 17:28:04 | More by pknyc

chrishiker1409

New York

4.5/5  rDev +7.7%

06-16-2013 01:47:50 | More by chrishiker1409

JohnG190

New York

4.35/5  rDev +4.1%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

Served in a Samuel Adams Sensory Perfect Pint glass. Hazy straw with 2 fingers of creamy, white head that settles onto a foamy cap that lasts throughout. Spicy aroma - mostly clove and pepper - with a hint of fruitiness. Lots of Belgian yeast character. Tart upfront and through the finish. Nicely balanced. Light bodied and crisp with effervescent carbonation. Finishes dry with a slight bitterness. Well balanced and extremely flavorful. Highly recommended.

Serving type: bottle

06-15-2013 21:54:59 | More by JohnG190

tzolandz

Virginia

3.75/5  rDev -10.3%

06-15-2013 12:05:08 | More by tzolandz

pjkelley82

New York

4.5/5  rDev +7.7%

06-15-2013 05:32:27 | More by pjkelley82

IndyDad

New York

4/5  rDev -4.3%

06-15-2013 00:26:29 | More by IndyDad

bdtva

Virginia

4.25/5  rDev +1.7%

06-14-2013 15:10:58 | More by bdtva

McBraniel

Virginia

4.25/5  rDev +1.7%

06-14-2013 14:30:41 | More by McBraniel

plato

South Carolina

3.5/5  rDev -16.3%

06-14-2013 13:49:32 | More by plato

VictorWisc

Massachusetts

4.5/5  rDev +7.7%

06-14-2013 07:37:12 | More by VictorWisc

Buster

Oklahoma

3.75/5  rDev -10.3%

06-14-2013 03:41:08 | More by Buster