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Speciály z Prazdroje: 4chmelový

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Four hops give this cold-hopped lager its name: Agnus, Vital, Saaz Shine and Saturn. It belongs to Speciály z Prazdroje, the programme that follows the earlier Volba sládků: in selected pubs and restaurants in Czechia and Slovakia the publican builds a calendar of beer specials from a wider range. The 4chmelový itself is available all year.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppynoble hopspicy hop
hoppy
noble hop
spicy hop
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with fresh, grassy noble-hop character from Saaz Shine and Saturn, complemented by subtle herbal and spicy notes from Agnus and Vital.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Speciály z Prazdroje: 4chmelový

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that demonstrates good retention and lacing. The beer shows crisp, steady carbonation evident in the glass, typical of a well-conditioned lager.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with fresh, grassy noble-hop character from Saaz Shine and Saturn, complemented by subtle herbal and spicy notes from Agnus and Vital. A clean malt base provides gentle cereal undertones without dominating, allowing the four-hop blend to remain the focal point.

noble hopsherbal spiceclean malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp, refreshing hop bitterness balanced by a light, clean malt foundation. Mid-palate develops spicy, grassy hop flavors with a drying quality that prevents any sweetness from building, leading to a dry, bitter finish characteristic of well-executed cold-hopping.

hoppy bitternessdry finishspicy hop snap

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering hop bitterness that fades gracefully. The aftertaste remains dry and slightly herbal, inviting another sip.

drylingering bitterness
79
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
85
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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