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Samson 12°

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A full-malt twelve with a distinct bitterness and full flavour, which high-quality Žatec hops give it; the brewery calls it a classic and recommends it to anyone who likes a really sharp beer. It is brewed in České Budějovice in two mashes with water from a 274-metre artesian well. It won bronze at the World Beer Awards in 2023 and 2025.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession

AWARDS

Bronze · 2023
World Beer Awards
Bronze · 2025
World Beer Awards
★Bronze — World Beer Awards
★Bronze — World Beer Awards
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppynoble hopmalty
hoppy
noble hop
malty
herbal
bready
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky
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