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Max 11

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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Pronounced bitterness is the signature of this pale eleven-degree lager, brewed with malt from the brewery’s own floor malthouse and Žatec Vital hops. Max is a tribute to Franz Ferdinand’s eldest son, Maximilian von Hohenberg, who stood up against the Nazi regime and a name that suits a strong personality. After seven days of bottom fermentation it lagers for 60 days.

ABV
4.7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter40 IBU
Clean, dry bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyhoppyclean
malty
hoppy
clean
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with the characteristic bite of Žatec Vital hops, expressing a refined herbal and slightly spicy character typical of noble hop varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Max 11

◎ Appearance

Max 11 presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass with strong lacing. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a steady stream of small bubbles that sustains the beer's visual presentation throughout the drinking experience.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent foamfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with the characteristic bite of Žatec Vital hops, expressing a refined herbal and slightly spicy character typical of noble hop varieties. Beneath the hop presence lies a clean, grainy maltiness with subtle bready undertones, while a whisper of yeast cleanliness rounds out the profile without dominating.

noble hopsherbal and spicygrainy maltyeast-clean

◐ Taste

Bitterness anchors this beer from entry through mid-palate, delivering a pronounced and well-structured hop bite that defines the character. The palate balances this assertiveness with a malty sweetness and crisp, dry body; the finish dries further, leaving no cloying impression and maintaining the beer's clean, refreshing nature throughout.

pronounced bitternessmalty basecrisp and drysmooth balance

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is long and pleasantly bitter, with the noble hops lingering gracefully without harshness. A dry, clean sensation persists, inviting the next sip.

long bitter finishnoble hop persistence
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
85
Appearance
83
Finish
82
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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