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Haka NZ Lager

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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A bottom-fermented, traditional lager of golden colour, brewed by Kocour with hops from New Zealand, which the name points to. A description of the beer names the Motueka region as their origin and sets them apart from the Žatec semi-early red hop used in the brewery's Czech beers. Kocour brews in Varnsdorf, in the far north of Czechia.

Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
hoppycleanfloral
hoppy
clean
floral
herbal
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with distinct floral and herbal notes from the Motueka hops, complemented by a subtle noble-hop character.
also:malty
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Haka NZ Lager

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation that releases a dense, white head with good retention and lacing. The visual profile is clean and inviting, typical of a well-crafted Czech lager.

bright goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with distinct floral and herbal notes from the Motueka hops, complemented by a subtle noble-hop character. Beneath lies a clean malt foundation with a light bready undertone, creating a balanced and refreshing aromatic profile without any dominating elements.

floral Motueka hopsherbal, crispsubtle bready maltclean, inviting

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a crisp, clean malt character and immediate hoppy definition. Mid-palate develops refined herbal and floral nuances from the New Zealand hops, with moderate bitterness that remains smooth and integrated rather than sharp or aggressive. The overall structure is refreshing and well-balanced.

hoppy, crisp entrysmooth bitternessfloral herbal mid-palateclean malt backbone

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and crisp, with lingering herbal and floral notes that fade gracefully. Aftertaste remains clean and refreshing without residual sweetness or harshness.

dry, crispherbal fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
74
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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