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Sváteční 13°

Czech Republic·Czech Amber Lager
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Sváteční is an amber, semi-dark lager where malt tones come first, with a faint caramel touch and a gentle bitterness that lets them shine. Pilsner malt forms the flavour backbone, Bavarian malt adds fullness and caramel malt rounds out the pleasantly bitter taste. Two mashes, open fermentation and long lagering in tank go into it, and the pour carries a tall head. It began as an occasional brew and soon joined the core range.

ABV
5.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter36 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber16
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycaramelclean
malty
caramel
clean
Aroma
Pilsner malt leads the nose with soft grain and bread-like notes, followed by gentle caramel sweetness from the Bavarian contribution.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sváteční 13°

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to light brown with excellent clarity and a rich, stable head that clings to the glass with fine lacing. The carbonation is moderate and even, creating a gentle effervescence that supports the generous foam. The color sits comfortably between gold and chestnut, reflecting the dual malt bill and caramel character.

deep amberexcellent head retentionfine lacingclear

◌ Aroma

Pilsner malt leads the nose with soft grain and bread-like notes, followed by gentle caramel sweetness from the Bavarian contribution. The noble hop character is restrained and earthy rather than assertive, allowing the malt to remain in focus. Clean fermentation with no yeast esters; the overall impression is balanced and inviting.

malty grainsoft caramelnoble hopsclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate opens with pronounced malt sweetness and a pleasant fullness that coats the mouth without heaviness. Mid-palate reveals caramel depth and subtle toasted notes, while a gentle bitterness emerges in the center and builds steadily toward the finish. The balance favors the malt throughout, with bitterness serving as a supporting frame rather than dominating.

malt-forwardcaramel sweetnessfull-bodiedgentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is smooth and moderately dry, with lingering malt character and a faint bitter echo that gradually fades. Clean and refreshing, with no harsh edges or lingering harshness.

smoothmalty aftertastemoderately dry
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
75
Taste
80
Appearance
82
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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