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Bakalář Rakovnický ležák za studena chmelený

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Cold hopping with dried cones of the Žatecký poloraný červeňák Saaz hop gives this lager its hop aroma, which meets grassy notes with a touch of caramel and honey. Deep golden with a full taste, it pairs a pronounced yet pleasant bitterness with a higher original gravity. In 2013 the cold-hopped pale lager was named Středočeská regionální potravina, a regional food title of the Czech Ministry of Agriculture.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter34 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppynoble hopgrassy
hoppy
noble hop
grassy
honey
caramel
clean
Aroma
The nose is dominated by noble hop character from the cold-hopped Saaz variety, presenting grassy and herbal notes with subtle green spice.
also:malty
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bakalář Rakovnický ležák za studena chmelený

◎ Appearance

Deep golden in colour with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head. The carbonation is evident and well-integrated, creating a refined visual presentation characteristic of a quality lager. Lacing clings evenly to the glass as the beer is consumed.

deep goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by noble hop character from the cold-hopped Saaz variety, presenting grassy and herbal notes with subtle green spice. Underneath lies a gentle sweetness suggesting honey and light caramel tones from the malt, creating a balanced and inviting aromatic profile that draws the drinker forward.

noble Saaz hopsgrassy, herbalhoney sweetnesscaramel undertone

◐ Taste

The palate enters full-bodied and clean, with hop bitterness emerging as the dominant feature—pronounced yet harmonious. Mid-palate reveals layers of grassy hop character paired with subtle caramel and honey notes, while the higher original gravity provides substance without heaviness. The finish of bitterness is pleasant and well-integrated rather than harsh.

full-bodiedhop-forward bitternessgrassy complexitybalanced sweetness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and refreshing, with noble hop bitterness lingering pleasantly on the palate. A clean, dry aftertaste invites the next sip without fatigue.

crisp finishlingering bitternessclean, dry
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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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