Brewery Name: O Brother Brewing
Beer Style: Saison / Farmhouse Ale
ABV: 5.8%
Brewed In: Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow, Ireland

Tasting Notes

Today’s beer is Year of Plenty — a bright, expressive Saison from O Brother Brewing, brewed with ginger for a fresh, spicy lift. Saison is a style known for its dryness, peppery yeast character and lively carbonation, and this version adds a warming, aromatic twist that suits the season beautifully.

Appearance: Pale golden with a soft haze and a lively white head. Sparkling, effervescent and very inviting in the glass.
Aroma: Peppery yeast, citrus zest, floral notes and a gentle ginger warmth. Light fruitiness — pear, lemon and soft stone fruit — sits in the background.
Flavour: Dry and crisp with classic Saison spice, bright citrus and a subtle sweetness from the malt. The ginger adds a warming, aromatic note without overpowering the beer, giving a festive edge to the style’s natural peppery profile.
Mouthfeel: Lively, bubbly carbonation with a dry finish. Light-bodied, refreshing and pleasantly warming from the ginger.

A beautifully balanced Saison — bright and refreshing, yet perfect for winter thanks to its subtle ginger lift.

About the Brewery: O Brother Brewing

O Brother Brewing, founded by three brothers in Kilcoole, Co. Wicklow, has become one of Ireland’s most consistently impressive independent breweries. Known for expressive, flavour-driven beers and eye-catching artwork, O Brother mix technical brewing skill with creativity across a wide range of styles.

Their ethos focuses on brewing beer with personality — whether that’s the bold hop character of their IPAs, the depth of their stouts or the delicate balance of their mixed-fermentation and farmhouse-inspired releases. Year of Plenty sits within this experimental, exploratory side of the brewery. Its blend of traditional Saison character with ginger spice shows the team’s ability to stay true to a style while adding a modern, thoughtful twist.

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Style Spotlight: Saison / Farmhouse Ale

Saison is a lively, expressive Belgian farmhouse style originally brewed for farm workers (“saisonniers”). Known for being refreshing, dry and spicy, Saisons are incredibly versatile and can incorporate fruit, spice or herbal additions.

Key Characteristics:

• Pale golden colour
• Peppery yeast spice
• Lively carbonation
• Dry, crisp finish
• Citrus and floral notes
• Light-to-medium body

Year of Plenty adds ginger — a natural complement to Saison yeast — bringing gentle heat, citrus brightness and a festive aromatic lift.

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