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Krušovice Imperial

Pivovar Krušovice
Czech Republic·Strong Lager·Rank 4 of 15 · The Best Czech Lagers
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Krušovice's stronger premium lager — 'Imperial' references the royal and imperial heritage of the 1583 brewery. Fuller-bodied and slightly warming at 6.0% with a richer malt character and a firmer hop bitterness than the standard Královské. Krušovice Imperial is the premium tier of the royal range: the beer for occasions that call for something stronger than the standard.

ABV
6%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltyhoppytoasty
malty
hoppy
toasty
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose reveals a sophisticated balance of noble hop spice and clean malt sweetness, with subtle bread crust and herbal undertones suggesting careful Czech hop selection.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Krušovice Imperial

◎ Appearance

Krušovice Imperial presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous character befitting its premium status. The beer displays a dense, white head that demonstrates good retention, while fine carbonation creates an inviting visual appeal that promises a refined drinking experience.

pale goldencrystal cleardense white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose reveals a sophisticated balance of noble hop spice and clean malt sweetness, with subtle bread crust and herbal undertones suggesting careful Czech hop selection. The aroma is refined and restrained, avoiding harshness while maintaining the complexity expected of a premium lager.

noble spicemalt-forwardherbalbread crust

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and malt-driven, with caramel sweetness and grain character establishing a substantial full body. The mid-palate showcases the warming 6% ABV while crisp noble hop bitterness (28 IBU) provides definition without overwhelming the refined malt foundation, creating an elegant tension.

maltycaramel sweetnesscrisp bitternesssmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is notably clean and dry, with a gentle warming sensation that lingers pleasantly without becoming harsh. Noble hop spice fades gracefully, leaving a satisfying, memorable aftertaste that invites the next sip.

clean finishdrywarming
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
84
Appearance
83
Finish
81
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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