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Žatecká 11

Czech Republic·Czech Premium Pale Lager
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Light golden, topped by a dense white head, medium in fullness and carrying the scent of Žatecký poloraný červeňák hops. This is the flagship of the Žatec brewery, made in the classic double-decoction method with Sládek and Vital hops alongside the red-bine variety. Water, barley malt, Žatec hops and brewery yeast are the whole ingredient list.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter35 IBU
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
noble hophoppyclean
noble hop
hoppy
clean
grassy
malty
bready
Aroma
The nose is dominated by the distinctive character of Žatecký poloraný červeňák hops, presenting a noble, refined hop profile with gentle herbal and grassy notes.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Žatecká 11

◎ Appearance

Light golden hue with excellent clarity and brightness. A dense white head forms and clings persistently to the glass, leaving fine lacing with each sip. The carbonation is evident and well-integrated, supporting the visual liveliness of the beer.

light goldendense white headcrisp carbonationbright clarity

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by the distinctive character of Žatecký poloraný červeňák hops, presenting a noble, refined hop profile with gentle herbal and grassy notes. Subtle bready malt undertones emerge beneath the hop-forward aromatics, while the overall impression remains clean and inviting without aggressive floral or citrus elements.

noble hopsherbalgrassyclean malt backdrop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a crisp, clean entry that emphasizes the hoppy character without overwhelming the malt foundation. The mid-palate carries subtle breadiness and a light, dry maltiness that balances the moderate bitterness from the noble hops. The finish is smooth and dry, with a lingering hoppy bite that remains pleasant and refined rather than harsh.

crisp entrymoderate bitternessdry finishhop-driven balance

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length with a dry, slightly grassy aftertaste that fades gracefully. Noble hop bitterness persists gently on the palate without lingering astringency.

dry aftertastenoble hop echo
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
81
Appearance
85
Finish
79
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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