18th Street Oh So Pretty 4Pk

18th Street Oh So Pretty 4Pk is a dry-hopped rye saison brewed by 18th Street Brewery in Hammond, Indiana, at 5.4% ABV. Rated 86 on BeerAdvocate, this farmhouse ale stands apart from standard saisons through its rye malt backbone and dual dry-hop schedule featuring Columbus and Saaz hops, delivering a compelling blend of spice and tropical fruit character.

Quick Facts: ABV: 5.4%  |  Origin: Hammond, Indiana  |  Style: Dry-Hopped Rye Saison  |  Brewery: 18th Street Brewery

Production & Heritage

18th Street Brewery, based in Hammond, Indiana, has built a reputation for pushing style boundaries across its lineup. Oh So Pretty uses rye malt alongside traditional grain to amplify the earthy, peppery dimension already inherent in classic saison yeast strains. The beer is dry-hopped with Columbus and Saaz hops — the former contributing resinous intensity, the latter adding floral, Old World elegance — resulting in a saison that leans tropical and spicy without losing its bone-dry farmhouse finish.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Clove-driven saison yeast leads, followed by subtle tropical fruit and a light earthy spice from the rye malt. A floral, herbal hop quality sits underneath, giving the nose layered complexity.

Taste: The entry is semisweet with tangy wheat and rye malt creating a bready, slightly grainy foundation. At mid-palate, tropical fruit and citrus emerge from the dry hopping, bridging into a peppery, clove-accented peak that showcases the yeast and rye working in tandem.

Finish: Characteristically dry with lingering clove, black pepper, and a faint earthy bitterness. The finish is clean and refreshing, encouraging the next sip without any residual sweetness.

How to Drink Oh So Pretty

Pour into a tulip glass or Belgian-style goblet at cellar temperature (50–55°F) to let the aromatic complexity open fully. The carbonation and dry finish make this saison extremely versatile at the table. A Saison Shandy — blending half Oh So Pretty with fresh lemonade — makes a crisp warm-weather drink. A Farmhouse Radler mixed with grapefruit juice highlights the tropical hop notes. For a more adventurous serve, use it as the beer component in a Beer-groni (equal parts saison, sweet vermouth, and Campari over ice), where the rye spice adds unexpected depth.

Best For

• Summer cookouts and backyard grilling sessions where a dry, food-friendly beer shines
• Introducing craft beer drinkers to the farmhouse saison style through an approachable, flavorful gateway
• Pairing with charcuterie boards and aged cheeses at casual dinner gatherings
• Building a mixed four-pack gift alongside other Indiana craft selections

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Oh So Pretty taste like? Oh So Pretty delivers tangy rye malt and tropical fruit up front, followed by clove and black pepper from the saison yeast, finishing dry and crisp with earthy hop bitterness.

How does Oh So Pretty compare to Saison Dupont? While Saison Dupont is brewed with a traditional grain bill and emphasizes classic Belgian yeast character, Oh So Pretty adds rye malt for extra spice and uses Columbus and Saaz dry hopping to introduce a tropical, resinous dimension not found in the Belgian benchmark.

Is Oh So Pretty good for beginners? At 5.4% ABV with a balanced, fruit-forward profile, Oh So Pretty is an accessible entry point into farmhouse ales, though drinkers unfamiliar with saison yeast character should expect prominent clove and pepper notes.

Where is Oh So Pretty made? Oh So Pretty is brewed at 18th Street Brewery in Hammond, Indiana, located in the northwest corner of the state within the greater Chicago metropolitan area.

What foods pair well with Oh So Pretty? Grilled sausages complement the rye spice; soft-ripened cheeses like Brie echo the creamy malt body; roasted chicken with herbs mirrors the Saaz hop florals; Thai green curry balances against the dry finish; and fresh goat cheese salads highlight the beer's tangy, peppery character.

What sizes does Oh So Pretty come in? Oh So Pretty is available as a 4-pack of cans, which is the standard retail format for this release.

Is Oh So Pretty worth the price? Oh So Pretty positions in the mid-range craft beer tier, and with an 86 BeerAdvocate score and distinctive rye-saison profile, it delivers strong value for drinkers seeking something beyond standard farmhouse offerings.

Why Oh So Pretty?

The rye malt addition is the defining move here — it transforms what could be a straightforward saison into something with genuine textural grip and spice complexity. The dual dry-hop combination of Columbus and Saaz bridges American craft boldness with European farmhouse tradition, a balance few saisons achieve at this ABV. With an 86 on BeerAdvocate and a 3.7 on Untappd across over 4,300 ratings, Oh So Pretty has earned consistent approval from a broad base of beer drinkers. For anyone exploring the saison category or looking for a sessionable, food-friendly farmhouse ale with real character, this 18th Street release delivers well beyond its modest alcohol content.