Punkt.Schluss!

The portrait

Punkt.Schluss! – literally "Full Stop!" in German – is a socially conscious beer born from a fundamental social cause. This refreshing Dry Hopped Pale Ale was specially brewed by La Nébuleuse according to a unique recipe to support a campaign for equal pay for women and men in Switzerland.

Over a glass of this dry-hopped Pale Ale, one can debate God, the world, and that still-unfulfilled constitutional promise of equal pay. At 4.8%, this beer remains approachable and easy to drink, with a clean, pleasantly hoppy flavor profile and a balanced bitterness. Its dry hopping imparts fruity and sweet notes, while its generous head testifies to its artisanal character. A brew as committed as it is enjoyable, proving that beer can be a vehicle for social change.

History & Commitment

Punkt.Schluss! embodies the conviction that equal pay should be everyone's business – for both men and women. Brewed by La Nébuleuse for activist purposes, this beer serves as a reminder that in Switzerland, despite the principle of equal pay being enshrined in the Constitution since 1981, women still earn significantly less on average than men for work of equal value.

The name itself is a manifesto: "Punkt.Schluss!" – "Full stop!" – expresses the urgent need to put a definitive end to this discrimination. This collaboration between a socially conscious craft brewery and an equal pay movement demonstrates how brewing culture can resonate with essential social struggles. Over a glass of this Pale Ale, discussions about the "Verfassungsversprechen der Lohngleichheit" (constitutional promise of equal pay) have never flowed so freely.

Food and beer pairings

With its light and refreshing 4.8% Pale Ale profile, Punkt.Schluss! pairs wonderfully with simple and convivial dishes. which encourage discussion and sharing – the very essence of its message.

Try it with grilled free-range chicken, crispy fish and chips, or pizza with friends. Its hoppy and fruity character also pairs well with mixed salads, barbecued vegetables, or soft cheeses like brie or young camembert.

For a typically Swiss pairing, serve it with herbed cream cheese on toast, a vegetarian fondue, or a selection of crudités as an appetizer. Its generous foam and moderate bitterness also make it an excellent companion to light, spicy dishes, which will benefit from its refreshing character.

The final word

Punkt.Schluss! remains a memorable beer that dared to say something important. Beyond its pleasant aroma and exemplary drinkability, it reminds us that craft beer can be much more than just a beverage: it can carry values, spark debate, and contribute to advancing essential causes. Equal pay remains a relevant struggle, and this beer made its hoppy contribution with panache.

Zum Wohl! 🍻

The recipe