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Poutník speciál 14°

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A delicate malt aroma with a trace of Bavarian malts opens onto a pronounced fullness and gentle bitterness, where Bavarian malt notes meet the aroma of Žatec hops. Up to twelve weeks of lagering give it fullness and finesse. This unpasteurised pale lager, labelled speciál 14°, appears only at Christmas and Easter and has collected eleven medals since 2007, six of them gold.

ABV
6.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
golden7
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltynoble hopclean
malty
noble hop
clean
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with delicate Bavarian malt sweetness balanced by the subtle floral and herbal character of Žatec noble hops.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Poutník speciál 14°

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright, clean clarity and a fine white head that displays excellent retention and lacing. The carbonation is crisp and well-integrated, creating a refined visual presence characteristic of a classically brewed lager. The unpasteurised character contributes to its luminous, living appearance.

pale goldenbright claritypersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with delicate Bavarian malt sweetness balanced by the subtle floral and herbal character of Žatec noble hops. A clean, grainy foundation supports gentle spicy and mineral notes from extended lagering, with no off-aromas or yeast-driven complexity. The twelve weeks of conditioning have refined the bouquet into a composed, harmonious whole.

Bavarian maltŽatec hopsherbal-floralclean grain

◐ Taste

The palate enters with pronounced malt fullness and subtle caramel sweetness, transitioning into a smooth, well-balanced bitterness from noble hops. Mid-palate exhibits rich malt body with a gentle warming from the 6% ABV, while the 35 IBU delivers restrained, refined bitterness rather than aggressive hop bite. The finish remains dry and composed, with lingering malt and hop character in equilibrium.

malty fullnessnoble hop bitternesssmooth bodycaramel-grain

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately dry, with persistent malt and subtle hop bitterness fading gradually. A gentle warming sensation and refined mineral quality from extended lagering linger pleasantly without harshness.

dry finishpersistent maltrefined aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
81
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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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