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Svatováclavská

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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A classic Czech lager with a twist: it is brewed only from fresh green hops, added on the very day of the harvest. Žatecký poloraný červeňák runs through the whole boil of the traditional two-mash process, giving a distinct hop aroma, backed by a delicate, unobtrusive bitterness and a higher crispness. Pilsner and Munich malts carry it, brewed at 13 degrees.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppymaltyfloral
hoppy
malty
floral
clean
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose is dominated by the signature character of fresh Žatecký Saaz hops, offering a distinctive blend of herbal, slightly floral notes with a gentle spice undertone.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Svatováclavská

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright luminosity. The head forms quickly and clings persistently to the glass walls, leaving fine lacing on each sip. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a continuous stream of fine bubbles.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by the signature character of fresh Žatecký Saaz hops, offering a distinctive blend of herbal, slightly floral notes with a gentle spice undertone. Supporting the hops are delicate breadiness and soft malt sweetness from the Pilsner and Munich malts, creating a balanced and inviting aromatic profile without any roughness or harshness.

fresh Saaz characterherbal and floraldelicate breadinessbalanced

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and clean, with the Saaz hops asserting themselves immediately across the palate. Mid-palate develops a subtle malt foundation—soft, slightly sweet grain notes that provide body without heaviness. The bitterness builds gradually and remains refined, never aggressive, finishing with a dry, hoppy accent that preserves the beer's refreshing character throughout.

crisp and cleannoble hop bitternesssoft malt basedry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and composed, with lingering hop bitterness fading gracefully into a dry, slightly peppery aftertaste. The overall impression remains refreshing and palate-cleansing, inviting another sip.

medium-lengthnoble bitternessdry and refreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
83
Finish
78
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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