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Patronus is a classic Czech desítka with a light body and a gentle malt profile, lifted by a dash of New World hops added in the whirlpool. It is brewed with a single decoction and made as a thirst-quencher for hot summer days, light enough to order mug after mug. The Prague brewery set out to show that a pub-strength lager can be a serious beer.

ABV
3.8%
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
maltyhoppyclean
malty
hoppy
clean
Aroma
The nose is clean and inviting, led by soft, grainy malt character with subtle breadiness.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Patronus

◎ Appearance

Patronus presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A fine, white head forms readily and clings to the glass with good retention, leaving delicate lacing on each sip. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, appropriate for a classical lager.

pale goldencrystal clearfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose is clean and inviting, led by soft, grainy malt character with subtle breadiness. New World hops contribute a light herbal and citric lift in the whirlpool addition, avoiding any aggressive bite. The overall impression is harmonious and understated, with no yeast-derived esters or phenolics.

grainy maltlight citrus notesherbal hopclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a soft malt backbone, dry and smooth without any cloying sweetness. Mid-palate reveals gentle bitterness and a crisp hop character that refreshes without dominating. The body remains light and quenching throughout, making this a highly drinkable beer that invites repetition.

dry malt basegentle bitternesslight bodythirst-quenching

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and brief, fading to a pleasantly dry, slightly herbal aftertaste. No residual harshness or excessive bitterness lingers; instead, a sense of refreshment persists.

dry finishbrief aftertasterefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
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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About Czech Pale Lager

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What is a Czech Pale Lager?

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