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Starobrno Drak

Czech Republic·Dry-Hopped Lager
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An unpasteurised pale lager (světlý ležák) described as extra hopped. It is brewed in the traditional way with a two-decoction mash from Moravian ingredients and, after maturation, goes through a special cold dry-hopping.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter29 IBU
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycleanmalty
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
Noble hop character dominates the nose, offering herbal, slightly spicy, and floral notes that reflect the cold dry-hopping process.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Starobrno Drak

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and bright, luminous transparency. A dense white head forms quickly and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing. Carbonation is visibly active, with a steady stream of fine bubbles rising through the body.

pale goldenbrilliant claritydense foamfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

Noble hop character dominates the nose, offering herbal, slightly spicy, and floral notes that reflect the cold dry-hopping process. A clean, understated malt base emerges beneath, contributing a touch of grain sweetness. The aroma is crisp and inviting without any yeast or adjunct character.

noble hops, herbalfloral, spicyclean grain backdrop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a refreshing, light-bodied entry and prominent hoppy bitterness that builds cleanly through the mid-palate. Moravian malt provides a subtle, dry foundation with gentle grain character, allowing the hop profile to take center stage without overwhelming. The finish is dry and crisp, with lingering herbal and slightly resinous hop impressions.

hoppy, herbaldry, cleanlight-bodied

◑ Finish

A medium-length, dry finish with gentle hop bitterness that fades gracefully into a crisp, refreshing aftertaste. No astringency or cloying sweetness remains.

dry, lingering hopsrefreshing fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
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 Dry-Hopped Lager

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