What if your favorite beer said a lot about you? In this lighthearted and entertaining column, Carole Beal transforms beer styles into personality profiles. IPA, Lager, Stout, or Sour, each beer has its own vibe. Content at the crossroads of lifestyle and beer culture.

Lager: the reliable socialite

Fresh, light, perfect on a terrace: you like to get people together, without any fuss. You're the pillar of the group, always ready for a chill evening.

IPA: the lively firecracker

Aromatic and bold, you have character and are proud of your strong tastes. You love intensity, authenticity, and powerful experiences.

Double IPA: the intense enthusiast

All or nothing, you live life to the fullest. You love powerful sensations and memorable moments, and you never go unnoticed.

Stout: the discreet deep one

Sensitive, attentive, a lover of jazz or late-night conversations. You bring depth and calm, with a taste for the simple and authentic things in life.

Sour: the spicy creative one

Original and surprising, you shake things up and bring a dose of fun. Always where you least expect it, you love to break the rules.

Blanche: the gentle sunshine

Simplicity, gentleness, and everyday pleasures—you are the calm soul of the group. You radiate calm and contagious good humor.

Belgian beer: the refined epicurean

Tradition and sharing—you love to live life intensely and with style. Conviviality is your way of life.

Barrel aged: the rare enthusiast

Behind your calm exterior lies a precious and profound intensity. You love things with body, history, and rarity.

What if I drink wine?

A little snobbish? Maybe. But we love you anyway. And we know you secretly love a fruity IPA. Nobody's perfect.