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Jantarový Ležák

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A semi-dark, bottom-fermented lager brewed by decoction on two mashes. The brewery builds it from Pilsner malt, light caramel malt and special caramel malts, and hops it with just one variety, Saaz Special. It stays unfiltered and unpasteurised.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter40 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber13
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
caramelmaltynoble hop
caramel
malty
noble hop
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced caramel sweetness and soft malt breadth, built on a foundation of Pilsner and light caramel malts.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Jantarový Ležák

◎ Appearance

Deep golden-amber hue with a semi-dark character, showing excellent clarity despite being unfiltered and unpasteurised. A dense, cream-coloured head forms with good retention and fine lacing that clings to the glass. Moderate carbonation creates a gentle, persistent fizz that complements the beer's refined presentation.

golden-amberunfiltered claritydense headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced caramel sweetness and soft malt breadth, built on a foundation of Pilsner and light caramel malts. Noble Saaz hops contribute a subtle herbal and slightly spicy character, adding complexity without overwhelming the malt-forward profile. A touch of clean, grainy minerality rounds out the aromatic impression.

caramel-forwardnoble-hop spicebready maltsclean grain

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and rounded, with caramel sweetness immediately evident across the mid-palate. The malty backbone provides body and depth, while Saaz hops deliver a restrained, herbaceous bitterness that stays crisp and well-integrated rather than assertive. The finish balances residual sweetness with a gentle, drying noble-hop character.

smooth caramelbalanced bitternessmalty bodycrisp finish

◑ Finish

Medium-length finish with a clean, refreshing fade. Hop bitterness and malt sweetness linger in equilibrium, leaving no harsh edges or astringency.

medium dryrefreshing fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
81
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
80
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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