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Graham's Pilsner

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Big Island Brewhaus's Czech-style pilsner — richer, softer, and slightly maltier than a German pils, closer to a fresh Prague pour than a Bavarian one. Extra-fine Pilsner malt, Saaz-noble hop bitterness that lingers just right, and a dense creamy head. Named for the brewer. Deferred to tradition, not distracted by it.

ABV
5.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter35 IBU
SRM
pale gold4
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltycleanhoppy
malty
clean
hoppy
noble hop
herbal
bready
Aroma
Clean and inviting, with pronounced Saaz noble-hop character—spicy, herbal, and slightly floral notes that sit atop a foundation of soft, biscuity Pilsner malt.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Graham's Pilsner

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and luminosity, characteristic of quality Pilsner malt. A dense, creamy white head forms and clings persistently to the glass, leaving fine lacing on each sip. Bright carbonation animates the body without aggression.

pale goldencrystal cleardense cream headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

Clean and inviting, with pronounced Saaz noble-hop character—spicy, herbal, and slightly floral notes that sit atop a foundation of soft, biscuity Pilsner malt. The malt sweetness is restrained and never cloying, allowing the delicate hop aromatics to breathe. No sulfur or green notes; the nose speaks of fresh, careful brewcraft.

Saaz spiceherbalbiscuit maltfloral whisper

◐ Taste

The entry is soft and malty, with a rounded sweetness from extra-fine Pilsner malt that distinguishes this Czech interpretation from leaner German cousins. Mid-palate develops a clean, crisp character balanced by noble-hop bitterness that builds gradually rather than strikes harshly. The finish holds a lingering, pleasant herbal bitterness and a touch of bread-like grain that frames the overall experience without drying the mouth.

creamy malt bodynoble-hop bitternessclean finishherbal linger

◑ Finish

The bitterness persists with grace, leaving the palate refreshed and dry without harshness. A subtle malt sweetness and faint bread note echo briefly before fading into a clean, inviting aftertaste that encourages another sip.

drylingering bitternessmalt echo
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
81
Taste
82
Appearance
86
Finish
78
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.

Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.

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About Czech Pilsner

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Czech Pilsner?

Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.

Finding a similar Czech Pilsner

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