Červený král

◎ Appearance

Červený król presents a deep amber hue with a reddish cast, achieved through careful selection of Pilsner and caramel malts. The beer displays excellent clarity with a persistent, fine-grained head that clings to the glass in delicate lacing. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting a refined visual presence.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with earthy, herbal notes from Žatec Edelhopfen, complemented by soft bread and biscuit undertones from the house malt. A gentle spice character emerges as the beer warms, with hints of noble hop refinement that avoids any sharp or aggressive character. The aromatic profile remains restrained and harmonious, inviting rather than assertive.

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a clean malt sweetness that quickly yields to a balanced, pronounced bitterness—the defining character of this 12° brew. Mid-palate develops a full, smooth body with grainy depth and subtle caramel notes that support the hop bitterness without becoming cloying. The finish is crisp and dry, leaving a lingering noble hop bite that cleansed the palate.

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length with a persistent dry quality. A gentle, earthy bitterness carries through into the aftertaste, fading to a faintly mineral and grain-forward memory.