An elegant-looking specialty beer, the Saison de Dottignies 33 cl from Brasserie De Ranke captures the spirit of Belgian saisons, balancing freshness and depth. Designed for lovers of characterful beers who seek a clean, flavorful and easy-drinking mouthfeel, it offers an airy malt frame supported by a perfectly articulated bitterness. As an aperitif, it awakens the palate without overwhelming it. At the table, it accompanies dishes with subtlety, revealing flavors without dominating them. Its aromatic profile—fruity, floral and gently spicy—unfolds thanks to bottle conditioning, which refines the carbonation and adds complexity. The result is an experience both accessible and demanding, where the precision of the brewer’s craft serves pure enjoyment. An exceptional creation that elevates the everyday and celebrates a refined way of living, with a respectful nod to Belgian saison know-how.

Brewing and fermentation

Brewed with top fermentation, the Saison de Dottignies is bottle-conditioned, ensuring lively effervescence and a more chiselled texture. The barley malt base provides a gently toasted foundation, while the carefully chosen hops structure the balance with clarity. The brewer highlights an emblematic quartet, Challenger, Brewers Gold, Hallertau Mittelfrüh and Styrian Golding, creating an aromatic score of herbal and floral notes, soft spice accents and bright fruit highlights. The bitterness measured at 45 IBU stretches the finish without aggression, ensuring exemplary drinkability. Ingredients are straightforward: water, barley malt, hops, yeast, sugar. This beer contains gluten. At 5.5% ABV, it shows a confident character that remains balanced, true to the idea of a modern saison—refreshing, expressive and impeccably controlled.

Tasting notes

• Appearance: Bright amber robe topped by a fine, stable foam. Delicate effervescence emphasizes an airy texture that invites the first sip.
• Nose: A precise bouquet combining yellow-fleshed fruits and fresh citrus, woven with floral touches and gentle spices. A clear, vibrant spring-garden impression.
• Palate: A clean, refreshing attack, a delicate malt frame, followed by fine herbs and citrus peel. The 45 IBU bitterness lengthens the finish—dry, clean and decidedly thirst-quenching.

Serving temperature and advice

Serve it cool but not ice-cold to preserve aromatic expression and the finesse of the carbonation. A tulip glass or elegant goblet helps develop the nose and maintain the head. Open the bottle gently to avoid agitating the refermentation, then let it breathe briefly in the glass. Store away from light and temperature fluctuations to preserve aroma vitality and bitterness precision. This saison can be enjoyed contemplatively or alongside a simple, well-prepared meal, where its freshness and uprightness truly shine.

Food and beer pairings

• Aperitifs: cheese gougères, vegetable tartlets, herb fish rillettes.
• Starters: fennel and citrus salad, zucchini carpaccio, salmon gravlax.
• Main courses: lemon roast poultry, grilled fish, roasted seasonal vegetables with fresh herbs.
• Cheeses: lightly aged tomme, young comté, fresh goat cheese.
• World flavours: light Asian cuisine, ceviche, fish tacos with pickles.

Occasions to enjoy

The Saison de Dottignies is the spontaneous companion for relaxed but chosen moments, when taste is celebrated in elegant simplicity. It fits well at a convivial table, during a sunny weekend or a softly lit evening. Its controlled drinkability also makes it suitable for refined food-and-beer pairings without sacrificing finesse.

• A refined aperitif that prepares the palate without weight.
• A summer lunch where freshness and elegant bitterness pair with market produce.
• A connoisseur’s gift for fans of expressive, balanced specialty beers.

Specifications

• Name: Brasserie De Ranke, Saison de Dottignies 33 cl
• Category: Specialty beers
• Style: Amber saison
• Fermentation: Top-fermented, bottle-conditioned
• Hops: Challenger, Brewers Gold, Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Styrian Golding
• Bitterness: 45 IBU
• Alcohol: 5.5% ABV
• Ingredients: water, barley malt, hops, yeast, sugar
• Allergens: contains gluten
• Volume: 33 cl
• Brewery: De Ranke
• Origin: Belgium