Une Annee Le Seul X 2Pk

Une Annee Le Seul X 2Pk is a wild specialty ale fermented with passionfruit at 6.5% ABV, sold as a two-bottle set. Rated 93 ("Outstanding") on BeerAdvocate, this sour from Une Année has earned a devoted following for its uncompromising acidity and vivid tropical fruit character.

Quick Facts: ABV: 6.5%  |  Origin: Niles, Illinois, USA  |  Style: Wild Ale with Passionfruit  |  Brewery: Une Année

Production & Heritage

Une Année operates out of Niles, Illinois, where the brewery has built a reputation for sour ales that push the boundaries of tartness. Le Seul X undergoes wild fermentation, relying on mixed cultures to develop the deep acidity that defines the house style, before being conditioned on passionfruit. The result is a beer described by reviewers as "just about as sour as they come," reflecting Une Année's deliberate pursuit of extreme lactic intensity.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Ripe passionfruit dominates the nose, layered with funky yeast character and a subtle leather quality. The tropical fruit remains the primary driver, with the wild fermentation adding earthy depth beneath.

Taste: The palate opens with a bright, explosive burst of passionfruit and guava. Mid-palate reveals green apple skins and lemon zest threading through the tropical notes, while a massive lactic acid kick surges toward the finish. The sourness is deliberate and intense — this is not a timid fruit beer.

Finish: The finish is long and sharply tart, with lingering passionfruit and citrus pith. The mouthfeel stays fluffy and effervescent throughout, described by reviewers as turning to "pure froth" with each sip.

How to Drink Le Seul X

Le Seul X is best served chilled at around 40–45°F in a tulip glass or stemmed teku, which concentrates the aromatic passionfruit and wild yeast character. Its extreme tartness makes it a natural fit in beer cocktails: try a Berliner Weisse-style serve with a small measure of woodruff or raspberry syrup to temper the acid; use it in a Sour Shandy blended with fresh lemonade for a summer refresher; or build a Wild Ale Spritz topped with prosecco and a passionfruit garnish to amplify the tropical notes.

Best For

• Gifting a sour beer enthusiast who appreciates extreme tartness
• Pairing alongside a tasting flight of American wild ales
• Sharing at a small-format bottle night with fellow craft beer collectors
• Celebrating a special occasion with a highly rated, limited-style release

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Le Seul X taste like? Le Seul X delivers intense passionfruit and guava up front, followed by green apple, lemon, and a huge lactic sourness that ranks among the most tart wild ales available. The mouthfeel is fluffy and highly effervescent with a bright gold appearance.

How does Le Seul X compare to Upland sours? Reviewers frequently mention Upland's sour program as a reference point, though Le Seul X is generally regarded as pushing even further in terms of raw acidity. Both breweries employ wild fermentation and fruit additions, but Une Année's house style leans more aggressively tart.

Is Le Seul X good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — its layered fruit complexity and effervescent body reward slow, contemplative drinking, though the extreme sourness means it is best suited for drinkers who already enjoy tart styles.

Where is Le Seul X made? Le Seul X is brewed by Une Année at their facility located at 6343 Gross Point Road in Niles, Illinois, a suburb just northwest of Chicago.

What foods pair well with Le Seul X? The high acidity and tropical fruit profile pair well with creamy goat cheese (the tartness cuts through richness), fresh ceviche (complementary citrus and fruit notes), Thai green papaya salad (matching sour-on-sour intensity), dark chocolate truffles (contrast of bitter and tart), and grilled shrimp with mango salsa (echoing the tropical character).

What sizes does Le Seul X come in? This listing is a 2-pack format, which is the standard configuration for Une Année's Le Seul X release.

Is Le Seul X worth the price? Le Seul X positions as a premium craft wild ale, and its 93 BeerAdvocate score and 4.1 Untappd rating across nearly 8,000 reviews suggest strong consensus on quality. For fans of American wild ales, the extreme acidity and vibrant passionfruit character deliver distinct value within the specialty sour category.

Why Le Seul X?

What separates Le Seul X from the growing field of fruited sours is its refusal to soften the edges. Where many passionfruit beers lean sweet or restrained, Une Année drives the lactic acid to a level that few other breweries attempt, and the BeerAdvocate score of 93 confirms that the execution matches the ambition. The wild fermentation adds genuine complexity — leather, funk, earthy depth — that distinguishes it from kettle-soured alternatives. For drinkers who want a sour ale that actually challenges the palate rather than flattering it, Le Seul X earns its reputation.