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Staropramen Černý

Pivovar Staropramen
Czech Republic·Czech Dark Lager
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Staropramen's dark lager — 'Černý' means 'Black'. A low-ABV Czech tmavý (dark) lager with roasted malt, caramel and light chocolate character. Clean and smooth despite the dark appearance, with a gentle bitterness and a refreshing finish at just 3.8%. Staropramen Černý is served on draught across Prague alongside the flagship Světlý: the dark pint that balances the Czech pub beer board.

ABV
3.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
dark33
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
roastedmaltyclean
roasted
malty
clean
chocolate
caramel
dark fruit
Aroma
Clean and inviting nose dominated by roasted malt and subtle caramel sweetness with bread-like grain notes.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Staropramen Černý

◎ Appearance

Deep garnet to near-black pour with excellent clarity and a thin, persistent tan head. The color is striking yet transparent when held to light, revealing the beer's refined dark character without opacity. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting a delicate collar of foam.

deep garnetcleartan headdark lager appearance

◌ Aroma

Clean and inviting nose dominated by roasted malt and subtle caramel sweetness with bread-like grain notes. Light toasted chocolate and cocoa undertones emerge without any harsh roast or burnt character. The aroma is restrained and balanced, reflecting the beer's low IBU and easy-drinking nature.

roasted maltcaramelbreadchocolate undertones

◐ Taste

Smooth and malty entry with prominent caramel and grain flavors balanced by gentle roasted malt complexity. The mid-palate is light-bodied and refreshing despite the dark appearance, with subtle chocolate notes and a soft mouthfeel. Bitterness is restrained at 22 IBUs, allowing the sweet malt character to dominate without cloying.

maltycaramel-forwardsmoothlight-bodied

◑ Finish

Clean and crisp finish with lingering bread and grain notes that fade gracefully. The aftertaste is slightly sweet yet refreshing, leaving no harsh bitterness or astringency.

clean finishcrispslightly sweet
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
81
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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