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Světlý březnický ležák 12°

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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A golden Czech pale lager from the Březnice castle brewery with a clearly noticeable hop taste and a fine, moderate bitterness. It is fresh and lively on the palate, with a good body behind it. Březnický ležák carries a protected geographical indication of the European Union, tying the beer to the town of Březnice and its local water.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycleanmineral
hoppy
clean
mineral
noble hop
bready
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with clean, assertive noble hop character—herbaceous and slightly floral—balanced by a soft grain backdrop.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Světlý březnický ležák 12°

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, luminous character. The head forms with good density and displays solid retention, laying down fine lacing on the glass with each sip. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated, contributing to the beer's fresh, inviting presentation.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent foamfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean, assertive noble hop character—herbaceous and slightly floral—balanced by a soft grain backdrop. Subtle mineral notes emerge from the water's influence, lending a crisp quality to the overall impression. The aroma remains dry and refined, with no yeast-derived esters or adjunct sweetness.

noble hopsherbaceousmineraldry grain

◐ Taste

The palate opens fresh and crisp, with moderate bitterness arriving early and holding through the midsection. Malt provides a clean, slightly bread-like foundation that supports rather than dominates, while noble hop flavor delivers a dry, herbal edge. The body is full and rounded without heaviness, creating a satisfying presence that feels alive on the tongue.

hoppy bitecrisp finishmoderate bitternessrounded body

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and comparatively long, with lingering hop bitterness and mineral notes fading gradually. A pleasant clean sensation persists without astringency or harsh edges.

dryhoppy fadeclean
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
84
Finish
80
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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