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Libertas Bohemian Dark 13

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Dry caramel and a fine hint of coffee run through a firm, complex malt body, while a cultivated, medium-intensity bitterness from noble Žatec hops keeps everything in balance. This Czech dark lager does not rely on heavy maltiness: it ferments cleanly, tastes fresh, drinks easily and finishes dry. The deep colour comes from special malts, including Carafa III and Caramunich I. Brewed seasonally.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter33 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
noble hopcaramelmalty
noble hop
caramel
malty
clean
coffee
roasted
Aroma
The nose presents a restrained, elegant profile.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Libertas Bohemian Dark 13

◎ Appearance

Deep mahogany brown with excellent clarity and a tight, persistent head that leaves fine lacing on the glass. The colour derives from careful selection of special malts—Carafa III and Caramunich I—that contribute depth without muddiness. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting a clean visual presentation.

deep mahoganycleartight head lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a restrained, elegant profile. Dry caramel tones lead, accompanied by a subtle coffee note that suggests roasted character without heaviness. Noble Žatec hops contribute a refined, herbaceous undertone that frames the malt without dominating.

dry caramelsubtle coffeenoble-hop spice

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and well-balanced, with caramel sweetness meeting a firm, complex malt body. Mid-palate reveals layers of dry malt and gentle roast, while a cultivated medium-intensity bitterness from Žatec hops arrives cleanly and holds through the development. The beer ferments dry, maintaining freshness and drinkability throughout.

carameldry maltnoble-hop bitternessclean fermentation

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and dry, with lingering noble-hop bitterness and a subtle coffee aftertaste that fades gradually. Overall impression is of balance and restraint rather than intensity.

drylingering bitterness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
82
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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