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OPAT Kvasničák Brusinka

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Olivětínský Opat Kvasničák Brusinka is a berry fruit beer from Pivovar Broumov, brewed under the Opat brand in Olivětín near Broumov in the Czech Republic. Brusinka is Czech for cranberry or lingonberry, and kvasničák is the Czech word for a beer with live yeast.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Mild
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
berryfruityyeasty
berry
fruity
yeasty
tart
Aroma
The nose is dominated by tart berry character—cranberry and lingonberry notes come forward with immediate vibrancy.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for OPAT Kvasničák Brusinka

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with light clarity, showing active carbonation and gentle effervescence typical of a live-yeast beer. The head is modest but persistent, with fine bubble structure. The beer displays a bright, inviting appearance that speaks to its refreshing character.

pale goldenlightly hazyfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by tart berry character—cranberry and lingonberry notes come forward with immediate vibrancy. Beneath the fruit lies a subtle yeasty undertone from the live culture, contributing a soft, bready background. The overall aromatic profile is clean and fruit-forward without aggressive funk or oxidation.

cranberry, lingonberrytart fruityeasty, breadybright, clean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with pronounced tartness and berry acidity that balances the light malt foundation. Mid-palate shows smooth, fruity character with the cranberry and lingonberry maintaining prominence. Bitterness is restrained (10 IBU), allowing the fruit and gentle yeast complexity to define the flavor arc without astringency.

tart berrysoft malt baselow bitternesssmooth, drinkable

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering tartness that does not overstay. A subtle yeasty note persists gently as the beer fades, leaving the palate bright and ready for the next sip.

crisp finishlingering tartnesslight aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
77
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About Fruit Beer

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