Hill Farmstead — Samuel Batch 7

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Samuel Batch 7 pours with a luminous golden hue and lively effervescence, releasing aromas of fresh lemon zest, wildflower honey, and delicate floral notes. Brewed with buckwheat and spelt, the palate reveals layered complexity: bright citrus, earthy grain, and a whisper of toasted nuttiness woven through a tart, refreshingly dry frame. Extended rest in wine barrels lends a vinous depth, gentle oak, and quietly funky undertones that linger alongside honeyed warmth. Bottle conditioning sharpens the carbonation into a fine mousse, while the finish stretches long and mineral, balancing rustic farmhouse soul with elegant cellar-aged poise.

Food Pairing

Pair with seared scallops dressed in lemon beurre blanc, where the saison’s citrus and vinous oak echo the dish’s brightness and richness. Equally rewarding alongside a washed-rind cheese like Vermont’s Winnimere, whose pungent, creamy character harmonizes with Samuel’s tart funk, honeyed grain, and dry, mineral finish.

About Hill Farmstead Brewery

Hill Farmstead Brewery was established in 2010 by Shaun Hill in Greensboro Bend, Vermont, nestled in the remote Northeast Kingdom region approximately seventy miles from Burlington. Hill’s brewing journey began with a high school science fair project and evolved through professional experience at Denmark’s Fanø Bryghus and Nørrebro Bryghus before he returned to his family’s farmstead to create one of the world’s most celebrated craft breweries.

The brewery has achieved remarkable acclaim for its uncompromising approach to brewing across multiple styles, with particular distinction in American Pale Ales, IPAs, Porters, and Saisons. This dedication to quality has earned Hill Farmstead an extraordinary record of recognition from the global beer community. RateBeer named it Best New Brewery in the World in 2011, followed by the prestigious title of Best Brewery in the World in 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020, with a second-place finish in 2013. This sustained excellence reflects Hill Farmstead’s commitment to traditional brewing methods and thoughtful innovation, making it a pilgrimage destination for serious beer enthusiasts worldwide.