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Hrabalův ležák

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Hrabalův ležák is the jubilee lager brewed for the hundredth anniversary of the birth of Bohumil Hrabal. The brewery describes an intoxicating hop aroma and an intense bitterness. It has been entered in Czech competitions in the cold-hopped lager category, and it carries the writer's name from the brewery that his father administered.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppynoble hopresinous
hoppy
noble hop
resinous
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by pronounced noble-hop character, delivering floral and herbal notes with a resinous undertone.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hrabalův ležák

◎ Appearance

Hrabalův ležák presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A fine, persistent white head builds with a pour and maintains good adhesion to the glass walls. The carbonation is evident and lively, creating a gentle effervescence.

pale goldencrystal clearfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by pronounced noble-hop character, delivering floral and herbal notes with a resinous undertone. Clean fermentation allows the hop aromatics to remain in sharp focus, free from yeast-derived esters or phenolics. A subtle backdrop of light Malz provides gentle support without obscuring the primary hop expression.

noble hopsfloral, herbalresinousclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and direct, with a light Malz foundation that remains restrained and allows hop bitterness to emerge cleanly. The mid-palate develops a distinct resinous quality, accompanied by a measured but persistent hop bitterness that sits at the center of the profile. The finish dries progressively, with noble-hop character lending structure and a touch of herbal grip.

hop-forwarddry bitternesslight bodycrisp palate

◑ Finish

A dry, refreshing finish with lingering hop bitterness that gradually fades into a clean mineral aftertaste. The resinous quality persists briefly, leaving the mouth crisp and inviting another sip.

dryhop persistencerefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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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