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CZAF

United States·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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CZAF is a decocted Czech-style pilsner brewed with Bohemian malt and a heavy charge of Saaz hops. Boiling part of the mash deepens the malt, which shows as biscuit, cracker and bread crust. Saaz adds earthy, herbal and floral tones with a hint of lime zest and green tea. It pours clear gold with a tall white head; the body is soft and full for its strength, and a pronounced, rounded bitterness lingers into a clean, dry finish.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
earthyfloralherbal
earthy
floral
herbal
bready
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced Saaz hop character: earthy and herbal tones blend seamlessly with delicate floral notes and a subtle hint of lime zest reminiscent of green tea.
also:citrusy
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for CZAF

◎ Appearance

CZAF pours a bright, clear golden hue with excellent transparency and a tall, dense white head that exhibits strong retention and fine lacing. The carbonation is visibly active, creating a fine bead that sustains throughout the drinking experience. This is a visually clean and inviting beer that speaks to careful brewing and proper handling.

bright goldenexcellent head retentioncrystalline clarityfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced Saaz hop character: earthy and herbal tones blend seamlessly with delicate floral notes and a subtle hint of lime zest reminiscent of green tea. Beneath the hops lies the decocted malt foundation—soft biscuit, cracker, and bread crust emerge without dominance, providing backbone rather than showiness. The balance is refined and integrated.

Saaz hoppyherbal, floralbiscuit, bread crustcitrus hint

◐ Taste

The palate is soft and full-bodied for its modest strength, with the malt character unfolding as gentle biscuit and bread notes. Saaz hops deliver a rounded, pronounced bitterness that is clean and well-integrated rather than sharp—herbal and earthy qualities persist without harshness. The mouthfeel remains smooth and inviting throughout.

soft malt bodyrounded bitternessherbal finishsmooth palate

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with the pronounced bitterness lingering pleasantly into a crisp aftertaste. The beer resolves with clarity, leaving no cloying residue.

dry finishlingering bitternessclean aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
88
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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