Imperial Cherry Saison
Yet another great offering from Southern Tier. I wasn't sure what to expect from this. An imperial saison? Sounds intriguing, great brewery with a knack for imperial beers, should be good. From the get-go, poured into a 20oz bubble glass, little to no head. Smell is fruity but not intensly, the cherries are well hidden. The taste is spicy, nutmeg and allspice seem present. Then WHAM!!!! Alcohol. Its almost burning at time. This beer does not disappoint. It would be a great aperitif or dessert beer. It reminds me of the Trou-Norman or "Normandy Hole" the speak of in northern France, where you drink a sweet but potent liquor between courses of a large dinner to "burn" a hole in your stomach so you can eat more. Very tasty and once again a great offering from Southern Tier.