Klášterní Ležák 12°

◎ Appearance

Pours a bright golden hue with excellent clarity, revealing the unfiltered nature through a delicate haze rather than cloudiness. The head forms dense and white, settling into a fine collar that clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, rising steadily through the body.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with noble hop character—floral and herbal notes from Žatecký poloraný červeňák and Harmonie—backed by gentle citrus and spice. Beneath lies a soft Pilsner and Munich malt base, offering subtle bread crust and grain sweetness without dominating. The overall impression is clean and inviting, with no yeast solids asserting themselves.

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and malty, with Pilsner malt establishing a slightly sweet foundation that evolves into a measured hop bite mid-palate. The Vital, Harmonie, and Žatecký hops deliver a restrained but clear bitterness—39 IBU is felt but never aggressive—balanced by the clean malt backbone. The finish is smooth and drying, allowing both elements to coexist without conflict.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and refreshing, trailing off with a gentle bitter edge and lingering malt sweetness. A sense of dryness emerges without any astringency, leaving the palate ready for the next sip.