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Hennepin Saison Farmhouse Ale

I have been eyeing the Brewery Ommegang stuff for a while, but just never got around to purchasing any until my last trip to Gail's Hops and Grapes.  Brewery Ommegang in Cooperstown New York specializes in Belgian style ales, and this Saison Farmhouse Ale is my first experience of their craftsmanship. 

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The Hennepin poured a pale golden color with a thick foamy head in the glass.  The head maintained a thin covering for the entire glass, but didn't provide any lacing as the drink subsided.  The flavor of this beer is excellent and the lighter body coupled with hints of coriander and ginger.  It provides a very smooth ride on the tongue and down the throat as well :)  Hennepin also has a cloudy appearance due to the bottle conditioning.  It looks like a lawnmower beer, but don't let the color fool you.  It rings in at 7.7% ABV, so you wouldn't wanna be caught driving even your lawnmower after a few of these snakes in the grass...