Hořká 12

◎ Appearance

A bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is lively but controlled, creating a gentle effervescence that maintains the foam structure throughout the drinking experience.

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by assertive noble hops—Žatec varieties deliver a distinctive herbal, slightly spicy character with hints of earth and dried flower. A subtle malt foundation emerges beneath, offering light biscuit and bread notes that ground the otherwise hop-forward profile.

◐ Taste

Bitterness takes the lead from the first sip, delivered by the generous Žatec hop charge in a clean, purposeful manner. The malt bill—built from Moravian humnový, Munich, Chit and Red X malts—provides a full, rounded body that supports rather than masks the hop bite. The mid-palate balances noble-hop spice with a subtle breadiness, while the finish remains crisp and uncluttered.

◑ Finish

A dry, lingering finish driven by hop bitterness that fades gradually into a light, clean aftertaste. The absence of filtration and pasteurization allows the natural character to persist, leaving a slightly grainy dryness on the palate.