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Ukhamba Beerworx Utywala saison is made with sorghum alongside barley for a refreshingly tart African twist. Stimela Round Trip focuses on spice and has added honey, coriander, pepper and fennel seed. Old Potter’s Inn Plaas Japie brings some earthy clove with zesty citrus to the table. Darling Brew's dry-hopped Long Claw began as as collab with Brazil’s Sunset Brewery but is now available year-round. Agar’s White Dog is a slightly hoppier example of the style, with a lovely citrus tang. Lemon Geranium Saison, show that we still seem to see saisons as a seasonal, experimental style. Maybe we’re just keeping the seasonal spirit of the saison alive. e wide vocabulary typically used to describe the saison – spicy, zesty, tart, sour, fruity, peppery – crosses over to the foods that pair well with the beer. e saison can dominate more delicate, subtle avours, so stick with richer, more robust food: sausages, cured meats, sharp cheeses, chicken dishes and even milder curries are perfect partners. Winter is nearly over, and as we head into long lazy days, lawn mowing and eating salads for supper, raise a saison while you think of all the farmworkers that pioneered this delicate yet complex style. Even better, try brewing your own, preferably using local or locally foraged additions. Make it your own; that’s the saison philosophy. STYLE GUIDE ‘TIS ALWAYS THE SEASON: SOUTH AFRICAN SAISONS TO SIP THROUGHOUT THE YEAR WWW.FAIRVIEWHOMESTEAD.COM FAIRVIEW HOMESTEAD  GEORGE. South Africa info@fairviewhomestead.com tel +27(0)822269466 hospitality in an authentic Cape Georgian historic home, circa 1861. NEW BEER PODCAST The story behind the beers, breweries and brands . Download and subscribe on all podcast apps. # MashIN