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Excelent

Plzeňský Prazdroj
Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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Excelent is an 11° pale lager first brewed in Plzeň in 2008, from the Gambrinus portfolio. Its trick is triple hopping: the third dose goes in after the boil, as the wort starts to cool, so many aromatic compounds survive. Czech aromatic hops bring a fresh hop aroma with delicate herbal, floral and lightly fruity tones, and the hoppy taste is full and balanced, with a pleasantly lingering bitterness.

ABV
4.7%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppyfloralherbal
hoppy
floral
herbal
noble hop
fruity
bready
Aroma
The nose is dominated by fresh hop character derived from Czech aromatic varieties, revealing delicate herbal and floral notes with subtle fruity undertones.
also:malty
not found:juicy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Excelent

◎ Appearance

Excelent presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright light transmission. The head is white and persistent, with fine carbonation evident throughout. Lacing clings delicately to the glass with each sip.

pale goldencrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by fresh hop character derived from Czech aromatic varieties, revealing delicate herbal and floral notes with subtle fruity undertones. A light malty backbone supports the bouquet without overwhelming it. The triple-hopping technique preserves bright, volatile compounds that elevate the overall aromatic profile.

fresh hop aromaherbal, floral noteslight fruity character

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a clean, crisp entry that showcases full hoppy bitterness balanced by restrained malt sweetness. Mid-palate reveals breadiness and smooth malty notes that provide structure without heaviness. The finish carries a pleasantly lingering bitterness that feels balanced and refined rather than harsh.

hoppy, balancedcrisp entrylingering noble-hop bitterness

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately persistent, with the herbal and floral hop character gradually fading. A gentle bitterness remains on the palate, inviting another sip.

clean aftertastemoderate persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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