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Zelený speciál

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Herbal notes and a gentle sweetness define this special, whose Czech name, zelený speciál, means green special. It comes from the family brewery Chodovar in Chodová Planá, which sits above ancient cellars hewn into granite.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
herbalcaramelmalty
herbal
caramel
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with herbal and botanical notes, suggesting the addition of spices or aromatic herbs in the kettle.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Zelený speciál

◎ Appearance

Light golden-amber hue with bright clarity typical of a well-executed spiced beer. The head forms with moderate density and persists gently, leaving delicate lacing on the glass. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, contributing to a refined visual presentation.

golden-amberbright, clearmoderate head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with herbal and botanical notes, suggesting the addition of spices or aromatic herbs in the kettle. Beneath these lies a gentle malt sweetness with subtle caramel undertones, creating an inviting and complex entry. No sharp hop aggression; instead, the aromatics remain balanced and approachable.

herbal, botanicalgentle sweetnesscaramel notes

◐ Taste

The palate opens with pronounced herbal character balanced against a mellow malt sweetness and soft caramel notes. The beer maintains a smooth, nearly creamy mouthfeel throughout, with restrained bitterness (28 IBU) acting as a gentle counterpoint rather than a dominant force. Mid-palate is full yet not cloying, the spice and herbs weaving through the sweet malt backbone.

herbal-drivenmalt-forward sweetnesssmooth, creamy texturerestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with herbal notes lingering pleasantly into the aftertaste. No harsh astringency; instead, a gentle fade that leaves the palate refreshed.

herbal aftertasteclean finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
78
Appearance
77
Finish
76
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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