Toolbox Brewing Saison de Sang
Toolbox Brewing Saison de Sang is a 7.5% ABV barrel-aged French saison from Toolbox Brewing Company of Vista, California — "Sang" is French for "blood," and this is a blood-orange saison brewed with fresh, local, organic blood oranges. Announced in the brewery's 2016 release lineup, it pairs the peppery, farmhouse character of a French saison with the citrus depth of blood orange over oak. A 500mL bottle from one of San Diego County's early barrel-aged sour specialists. Buy craft beer online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 7.5%
- Size: 500mL
- Style: Barrel-aged French saison / farmhouse ale with blood oranges
- Ingredients: Fresh local organic blood oranges
- Origin: Toolbox Brewing Co., Vista, California
Blood-Orange Farmhouse, Oak-Aged
Toolbox Brewing specialized in barrel-aged and sour/farmhouse beers, and Saison de Sang is that program in one bottle: a classic French saison base, fruit from local groves, and time in oak. Note this is distinct from the brewery's separate Sangria release — the two were announced together but are different beers. Browse more Toolbox Brewing beers and the craft beer collection.
Tasting Notes
Nose: blood orange, farmhouse funk, white pepper. Palate: juicy citrus over a dry, spicy saison frame, with rounded oak and a tart edge. Finish: dry and lingering — orange pith and pepper.
How to Enjoy
Serve cool (45–50°F) in a tulip or wine glass to catch the aromatics. Cellar-worthy as a retired 2016 release; pair with charcuterie, Thai food or a citrus-dressed salad.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Sang" mean? French for "blood" — the beer is brewed with blood oranges, not sangria.
Is Toolbox Saison de Sang still made? It was a limited 2016 release and is listed as retired — Del Mesa's stock is remaining cellar inventory.
Is it a sour beer? It's a farmhouse saison with barrel aging — expect tartness and funk, but in the saison tradition rather than a full sour ale.
A retired blood-orange farmhouse from Vista's sour-beer pioneers — order Toolbox Saison de Sang online from Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.