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Le Happy

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Light and fruity with a mild bitterness: that is how the brewery describes Le Happy, a Pale Ale at 4.8 % ABV. It pitches the beer as one for everyone and the right companion for your next adventure. Brewed at Bier Factory in Rapperswil-Jona on Lake Zurich, by a brewery that has worked by hand and in small batches since the year 2000.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitycleanhoppy
fruity
clean
hoppy
citrusy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes and stone fruit character, supported by a clean, understated malt base.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Le Happy

◎ Appearance

Le Happy presents a bright, pale golden hue characteristic of the Pale Ale style, with good clarity and fine carbonation. The head forms quickly and maintains moderate retention, displaying stable Schaumkleiden around the glass. The body shows lively carbonation throughout, suggesting a well-conditioned brew.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationstable head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes and stone fruit character, supported by a clean, understated malt base. Noble hops present themselves with gentle floral and herbal undertones, while the overall impression remains fresh and inviting without any harsh alcohol vapors. The aromatic profile is straightforward and approachable.

citrus-forwardstone fruitherbal hop notesclean malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a light, refreshing entry that balances fruitiness against a moderate bitterness. Mid-palate develops a crisp, dry character with lingering citrus and a subtle malt sweetness that prevents harshness. The 35 IBU bitterness integrates cleanly without dominating, leaving room for the fruity and hoppy elements to shine.

balanced bitternesscrisp finishfruity mid-palatedry character

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and medium-length, with the bitterness and citrus notes fading into a dry, slightly hoppy aftertaste. No cloying sweetness lingers; instead, a refreshing dryness invites another sip.

dry aftertastemedium lengthrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
76
Finish
76
Serve at 7–10°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

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