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Overall similarity
hopIQ take
Five Points Pale if you want a stripped-back, thirst-quenching pale ale,
Pasteur Street Cyclo if you want more character and complexity.
Both sit at nearly identical ABV and IBU, so the difference is in the brewing philosophy—Five Points feels like it's trying to refresh you, while Cyclo feels like it's trying to impress you. Neither is better; it depends on whether you're in a mood to drink or a mood to taste.
At a glance
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Structurally near-identical
Structurally these two are the same beer. The difference is in the aromatics. Body, sweetness, bitterness and texture match within Δ 1. Pasteur Street Cyclo Pale Ale brings a distinct smooth-drinking note that Five Points Pale doesn't.
Beer DNA
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In words
Five Points Pale
Five Points Pale drinks lean and efficient. There's a clean malt backbone that doesn't overstay its welcome, and the hops arrive as a straightforward citrus snap rather than a declaration. It's the kind of beer that disappears fast because your brain doesn't have to work hard to enjoy it. You finish and immediately think about the next one.
Pasteur Street Cyclo Pale Ale
Pasteur Street Cyclo has more texture to it—there's a slight floral note riding underneath the citrus, and the malt feels a touch fuller despite the similar ABV. It's a beer that rewards a slower pour and actual attention. The finish lingers in a way that Five Points' doesn't, suggesting they're playing a longer game with their recipe.
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