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Budvar Dark

Budějovický Budvar
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🌍 Czech Republic · Czech Dark Lager · One of 5 Czech Dark Lagers in hopIQ

Budějovický Budvar's dark lager — applying the same 90-day lagering to a darker malt recipe. Caramel, light chocolate, roasted grain and a smooth, clean finish at 4.7%. Budvar Dark is the serious dark lager drinker's choice: the precision of the world-famous Budvar brewing process applied to a style that rewards patience and technical excellence.

ABV
4.7%
IBU
22
SRM
dark30

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

malty
87%
smooth
70%
bread
63%
caramel
55%
balanced
55%
clean
45%
roasted
45%
subtle sweetness
38%
toasty
30%
chocolate
30%
dry finish
20%
noble hops
5%

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About Czech Dark Lager

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What is a Czech Dark Lager?

Czech Dark Lager is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Czech Dark Lager

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Budvar Dark

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein
Recommended for this style

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairings

What to eat with Budvar Dark

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