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Černá Hora Ležák

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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A pale lager from the brewery in Černá Hora, brewed from drinking water, barley malts and hop products and pasteurised. Its 15, 30 and 50 litre kegs carry the protected geographical indication České pivo. The brewery has been a private joint-stock company since 1996 and part of the Pivovary Lobkowicz group since 2010; it brews by double decoction and ferments in open vessels.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycleannoble hop
malty
clean
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with a clean, grainy maltiness balanced by subtle noble-hop character.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Černá Hora Ležák

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality typical of Czech pilsners. The head forms quickly and persists with fine, even lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a gentle effervescence.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with a clean, grainy maltiness balanced by subtle noble-hop character. Delicate herbal and slightly floral notes emerge from the Saaz-influenced hop profile, while a faint bready undertone suggests well-crafted Pilsner malt. No yeast esters or off-notes; the overall impression is restrained and balanced.

noble hops, herbalgrainy maltclean, dry

◐ Taste

The palate opens soft and malty with a pleasant bready sweetness that carries through the mid-palate without heaviness. Noble-hop bitterness builds gradually, providing structure and a crisp, refreshing quality. The finish is dry and mineral-forward, with the 22 IBUs working quietly rather than assertively.

smooth, malty entrynoble-hop bitternesscrisp, mineral finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately brief, leaving a dry, slightly herbal impression on the palate. A subtle grain dryness persists without any astringency or unwanted lingering flavors.

dry, herbalclean exit
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
75
Serve at 4–7°C

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

Stein

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

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