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Mr. Albi Zimní speciál

Chodovar
Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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Traditionally at the end of summer, the brewery festively hops this pale special with fresh green hops from the new harvest, using only Czech aromatic hops of the Žatecký poloraný červeňák variety, the Žatec semi-early red. The beer goes on sale at the beginning of November. It belongs to the Mr. Albi line of the family brewery in Chodová Planá.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
noble hophoppyherbal
noble hop
hoppy
herbal
bready
malty
Aroma
Dominated by fresh green hop character from the Žatecký poloraný červeňák variety, expressing herbal and slightly spicy notes typical of Czech noble hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Mr. Albi Zimní speciál

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that settles to a thin collar with good lacing. The carbonation is brisk and persistent, creating a lively bead that sustains throughout the pour.

pale goldenbrilliant claritypersistent head

◌ Aroma

Dominated by fresh green hop character from the Žatecký poloraný červeňák variety, expressing herbal and slightly spicy notes typical of Czech noble hops. A soft malt backbone of bread and grain emerges in the mid-ground, grounding the floral aromatics without overshadowing them.

fresh green hopsherbal spicebreadlike malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp noble-hop bitterness balanced against subtle breadiness and a clean malt sweetness. Mid-palate reveals continued herbal and slightly peppery hop presence, while remaining smooth and approachable. The moderate bitterness (22 IBU) integrates harmoniously rather than dominating, allowing the hop character to shine without harshness.

hop-forwardbalanced bitternesssmooth malt base

◑ Finish

Clean, refreshing conclusion with lingering herbal and noble-hop notes that fade gradually. A crisp, dry aftertaste complements the overall drinkability.

dry finishherbal echo
81
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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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