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Antošův ležák

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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Malty and grainy, finishing on a light bitterness. This lager was reworked in summer 2024 around lighter malts, with Pilsner malt now at its core and a different yeast. The hops are ŽPČ and Sládek plus Saaz Shine, a new aromatic variety that needs less water to grow. The brewery also captures the CO2 from fermentation and reuses it in the brewhouse.

ABV
4.7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyfloralclean
malty
floral
clean
herbal
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with soft, grainy maltiness grounded in the fresh Pilsner malt base, followed by clean, floral notes from the newly developed Saaz Shine variety.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Antošův ležák

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with exceptional clarity and bright transparency. A fine white head forms on the pour with good retention and delicate lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation is crisp and lively, evident in a consistent stream of fine bubbles.

pale goldencrystal clearfine white headbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft, grainy maltiness grounded in the fresh Pilsner malt base, followed by clean, floral notes from the newly developed Saaz Shine variety. Herbal and noble-hop character emerges subtly in the background, with a delicate spice that suggests careful yeast integration rather than aggressive fermentation.

soft grainfloral and spicynoble-hop refinementclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Malt takes the lead on entry, displaying a rounded, slightly bready sweetness that builds through the mid-palate without heaviness. The bitterness arrives gradually and remains light, balancing the malt with herbal and floral notes rather than dominating. The finish trails smoothly into a crisp, refreshing aftertaste with lingering noble-hop character.

malt-forwardbalanced bitteringsmooth palateherbal finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, fading from the light bitterness into a refreshing, crisp aftertaste. The noble hops and subtle floral notes persist gently without harsh edges, inviting another sip.

crisp and cleanlight noble-hop linger
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
85
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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