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Sklář 8°

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Sklář is the light one: a pale, thirst-quenching 8° that is easy to drink, with bitterness kept in proportion to its low colour. It is brewed with a single mash from Moravian malt and Žatec hop granules, which keep it light. The name goes back to the region's glassworks, where this kind of beer was historically drunk in the heat of the furnaces.

ABV
3.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter28 IBU
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
noble hopmaltyclean
noble hop
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose is restrained and clean, leading with soft noble-hop character—a delicate floral and herbal quality from the Žatec granules.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sklář 8°

◎ Appearance

Sklář presents a pale, luminous straw color with excellent clarity. The head is modest but persistent, forming a thin white collar with gentle lacing that clings to the glass as you drink. Carbonation is brisk and visible, appropriate to the style.

pale strawcrystal clearfine persistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose is restrained and clean, leading with soft noble-hop character—a delicate floral and herbal quality from the Žatec granules. Supporting this is a light, slightly sweet malt base that suggests fresh grain without heaviness. The overall impression is dry and inviting, free from yeast or fermentation notes.

noble hop flowerslight grain sweetnessdry and clean

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with a light malt foundation and a subtle sweetness that frames the palate without cloying. Bitterness builds gently through the mid-palate, stemming from the Žatec hops—measured and proportional rather than aggressive. The finish is crisp and refreshing, with clean noble-hop bitterness that lingers pleasantly.

smooth malt foundationbalanced noble bitternesscrisp finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is brief but satisfying, leaving a dry, lightly bitter sensation on the palate. Thirst returns quickly, inviting another sip.

drylightly bitter
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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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