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Světlý zámecký ležák 11°

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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Světlý zámecký ležák 11° is a pale lager of 11° original gravity from Herold, the castle brewery in Březnice. Its Czech name translates as pale castle lager, a nod to the brewery's home inside Březnice castle, where the first written mention of brewing dates from 1506. Herold brews a pale 12° lager in the same castle brewery.

ABV
4.8%
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
maltycleannoble hop
malty
clean
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with clean malt notes—soft grain and subtle bread character—backed by restrained noble hop aromatics that suggest spice and herbal undertones rather than asserting themselves.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Světlý zámecký ležák 11°

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting presence in the glass. The head forms quickly and maintains fine retention with delicate lacing patterns that cling to the sides. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, contributing to a refined visual appeal.

pale goldencrystal clearfine lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean malt notes—soft grain and subtle bread character—backed by restrained noble hop aromatics that suggest spice and herbal undertones rather than asserting themselves. There is no yeast volatility; the overall impression is one of brewery cleanliness and restraint, allowing the 11° gravity to express itself without floral or fruity distractions.

grainnoble hopssubtle breadclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate enters smooth and malty, with a bready sweetness that forms the foundation of the flavor. Mid-palate maintains this grainy body while a moderate, measured bitterness—approximately 22 IBU—arrives without harshness, balancing the residual malt sweetness. The finish dries gradually, with the bitterness lingering lightly and the malt fading into a crisp, refreshing conclusion.

malty sweetnessmeasured bitternesssmooth bodygrainy finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and crisp, with lingering noble-hop bitterness that gradually recedes. A light, dry mouthfeel persists, inviting another sip rather than coating the palate.

drycrisprefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
84
Appearance
85
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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