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Křen 12

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Fresh horseradish (křen) brings a sharp pungency and freshness, a pinch of fresh dill adds a light herbal line, and the classic saltiness of the style joins in while the acidity holds everything together with a refreshing zing. Křen takes its cue from German gose but goes its own way, with Amarillo as the hop.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Mild
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
saltyherbalsour
salty
herbal
sour
spicy
citrusy
Aroma
The nose leads with sharp, penetrating horseradish that commands attention, layered with fresh dill adding an herbaceous, almost savory complexity.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Křen 12

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with exceptional clarity and a bright, effervescent quality. The head forms quickly and recedes to a thin, persistent collar that clings to the glass walls with good definition. Fine carbonation creates an inviting visual liveliness throughout.

pale strawcrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with sharp, penetrating horseradish that commands attention, layered with fresh dill adding an herbaceous, almost savory complexity. Underneath, a subtle citrus note from Amarillo hops emerges, balanced by the characteristic salt impression typical of the gose tradition. The overall effect is bright, vegetative, and intensely refreshing.

horseradish pungencyfresh dillcitrus undertonesalt mineral

◐ Taste

The palate enters with immediate saltiness and herbaceous spice from the horseradish, with dill contributing a clean, culinary dimension. Mid-palate sharpness is held in check by brisk acidity and modest bitterness, while Amarillo provides a gentle citrus backdrop. The overall sensation is crisp and mouth-puckering, with no sweetness to soften the edges.

salty entryherbal spicebright aciditysubtle citrus

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and comparatively short, with the horseradish bite fading to a lingering salt mineral note and a pleasant drying sensation on the palate. Acidity cleanses persistently without harshness.

dry departuremineral aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°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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