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La Parisienne Blonde

La Parisienne
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🌍 France · American Pale Ale · One of 219 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

The flagship of La Parisienne — a clean, approachable blonde ale that captures the elegant simplicity of Parisian drinking culture. Light and refreshing with subtle hop character. The most widely recognized Paris-brewed craft beer.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
golden6
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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

Balanced backbone, with every axis close to the middle.

Nothing dominates, and that is the craft — each element gets room to be tasted.

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
hoppy
citrusy
floral
Malt character
malty
honey
wheat
Fermentation & yeast
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for La Parisienne Blonde

Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright, clear transparency and lively carbonation evident throughout. A fine white head forms quickly and maintains gentle Schaumkleiden around the glass perimeter. The overall presentation conveys lightness and refinement.

pale goldenbright clarityfine carbonationsustained head

Aroma

Clean and inviting nose with restrained Edelhopfen character balancing subtle malt sweetness. Delicate floral and citrus notes emerge without overwhelming the composition, suggesting a thoughtful blend of hop varieties. A whisper of honey and wheat rounds out the aromatic profile.

clean hoppyfloral citrus noteshoney wheatsubtle malt

Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with light malt structure providing gentle sweetness before moderate hop bitterness develops through the mid-palate. The 38 IBU delivers balanced, non-aggressive bitterness that complements rather than dominates. Wheat undertones and a smooth mouthfeel maintain approachability throughout.

crisp refreshingbalanced bitternesslight maltinesssmooth texture

Finish

The finish is clean and reasonably dry, with lingering hop bitterness that fades gradually without harshness. A light, pleasant aftertaste invites another sip.

clean drygentle fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of La Parisienne Blonde

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 Parisienne Blonde

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 clean, refreshing, crisp character as La Parisienne Blonde will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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