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La Bêtise

Skumenn
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🌍 France · American Pale Ale · One of 217 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

The 'folly' in Skumenn's range — a deceptively light pale ale that proves session beer can be interesting. Tropical and citrus aromatics up front, clean malt body, soft bitterness. Easy to drink, hard to stop. Rennes' most accessible craft beer.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
tropical
hoppy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for La Bêtise

Appearance

Pale golden color with excellent clarity and bright, inviting transparency. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is evident and well-integrated, creating a lively visual presence.

pale goldencrystal clearfine white headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant tropical and citrus notes that define the beer's character. Bright grapefruit and orange zest sit alongside stone fruit aromatics, with clean Edelhopfen character throughout. The malt foundation remains subtle and supportive, allowing the hop profile to shine without demanding attention.

tropical fruitcitrus zestclean hopstone fruit

Taste

The palate opens with crisp, refreshing citrus notes that carry through cleanly into the mid-palate. A light, well-balanced malt body supports the hops without heaviness, while the bitterness arrives soft and measured at 38 IBU. The finish is dry and refreshing, with no lingering harshness or astringency.

crisp citrusclean malt bodysoft bitternessdry finish

Finish

The aftertaste lingers briefly with hoppy and citric notes fading gracefully into a dry, inviting conclusion. Complexity remains present without demanding extended contemplation, encouraging another sip.

drybrief citrus fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
74
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of La Bêtise

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with La Bêtise

About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a American Pale Ale?

Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same tropical, citrusy, clean character as La Bêtise will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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