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Speciály z Prazdroje: Zahrádkový

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Zahrádkový is a fresh summer ale, available seasonally until it sells out. The hops are Harlequin, Jester, Chinook and Citra. 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, tailored to the venue.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycitrusyresinous
hoppy
citrusy
resinous
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes from Citra and Jester hops, followed by herbal and resinous undertones characteristic of Chinook and Harlequin.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Speciály z Prazdroje: Zahrádkový

◎ Appearance

Zahrádkový presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and fine, persistent carbonation. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving delicate lacing as you drink.

bright goldenclearfine carbonationgood head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes from Citra and Jester hops, followed by herbal and resinous undertones characteristic of Chinook and Harlequin. A light, clean malt foundation underpins the aromatic profile without any heavy grain character.

citrus forwardherbal-resinousclean maltaromatic hops

◐ Taste

The palate enters crisp and refreshing, with a pronounced hoppy bitterness that develops smoothly across the mid-palate. Citrus and subtle pine flavors weave through moderate malt sweetness, creating a balanced yet assertive character that remains light and drinkable.

hoppy, assertivecitrus, pinecrisp finishlight body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively dry, with residual hop bitterness and citrus notes lingering briefly on the palate. This beer's refreshing quality extends through the aftertaste, making it ideal for warm-weather drinking.

dry finishlingering citrus
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
82
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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