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Voile Blonde

Brasserie de la Voile
Switzerland·American Pale Ale
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The approachable everyday lager from Lausanne's harbour brewery — clean and refreshing with a subtle hop character. Perfect for Lausanne's outdoor café culture on the terraces above Lac Léman.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanhoppymineral
clean
hoppy
mineral
citrusy
malty
Aroma
The nose offers restrained but pleasant hop character with subtle citrus notes that suggest noble hop varieties rather than assertive American cultivars.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Voile Blonde

◎ Appearance

Voile Blonde presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright visual presence. The head forms quickly and maintains moderate retention with fine carbonation evident throughout. A clean, well-defined appearance that invites immediate consumption.

pale goldencrystal clearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose offers restrained but pleasant hop character with subtle citrus notes that suggest noble hop varieties rather than assertive American cultivars. A light, clean malt base provides gentle support without competing. The overall aromatic profile is approachable and inviting, designed for easy conversation rather than deep inspection.

subtle citrusnoble hop characterclean malt

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and crisp with minimal sweetness, allowing hop bitterness to develop progressively across the mid-palate. Light body carries flavors efficiently without heaviness. Mineral notes emerge subtly, balancing the moderate 38 IBU bitterness with a dry, refreshing quality that suits outdoor consumption.

crisp entrymoderate bitternessdry mineral finish

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium with a clean, dry aftertaste that leaves no residual sweetness. Bitterness fades smoothly, inviting the next sip.

clean dryshort finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 7–10°C

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

Pint glass

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

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About American Pale Ale

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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 Voile Blonde will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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