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Podkrkonošský speciál světlý

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A strong pale special with a splendid colour and fragrance. The taste of malt is balanced by a distinct bitterness. The brewery calls it an unmistakable beer among the strong ones. Together with its dark counterpart it belongs to the standard range, and it is sold in non-returnable bottles and in kegs.

ABV
6.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyhoppyclean
malty
hoppy
clean
floral
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with clean, noble hop character balanced by soft, rounded malt sweetness.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Podkrkonošský speciál světlý

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A dense, long-lasting foam head forms readily and clings persistently to the glass walls with fine Schaumkleiden. Vigorous carbonation creates a lively visual presence.

pale goldenbrilliant claritypersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean, noble hop character balanced by soft, rounded malt sweetness. Subtle floral and herbal notes emerge as the beer warms, with a gentle grain base and absence of yeast-derived esters or phenolics. An inviting, composed bouquet without aggressive alcohol presence.

noble hopmalt sweetnessfloral, herbalclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and full-bodied, with malt-forward character and caramel undertones providing early richness. Mid-palate develops a distinct, well-articulated bitterness that steadies the malt sweetness without overwhelming it. The hop bitterness carries through cleanly, finishing dry with mineral snap.

malt-forwardbalanced bitternesscaramel notescrisp, dry finish

◑ Finish

Medium-long, dry finish with lingering hop bitterness and subtle malt residue. A smooth alcohol warmth emerges without harshness, leaving the palate refreshed and clean.

dry, lingeringsmooth warmth
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
85
Finish
78
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

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