Prazske Pivoary
Prague, The Czech Republic
Imported by: Kisz Bier, USA
Available: NY
Kisz Bier is brewed at Prague’s oldest brewery from Bohemian barley, Zatec hops, and two strains of yeast.
Alcohol by weight: 3.95
Color: 9.6 EBC
Bitterness: 23
Gravity: 1047
This fine Bohemian-style lager has good aromatics and a great hop character, with a carefully-tuned balance. This is a memorable effort, worthy of one’s full attention. The hops are a special delight, but then, I am prejudiced in that area.
This beer has an odd name and a full gold color showing a bit of haze. The head is white and fluffy, but doesn’t last. The nose is very malty, but the beer shows some age—my sample seems a little oxidized. The hop bitterness is moderately snappy and full-bodied; bready malt follows through into the finish. This is a standard Czech “pilsner-style” beer that probably tastes great in Prague, but is tired from its journey. Find it fresh and have it with smoked salmon.
Head not very well retained. Full golden colour. Sweetly perfumy hop aroma, reminiscent of summer meadows. Malty sweetness coming along behind. Dryish palate. Very slightly thin, but smooth. Slightly oily. Firm hop finish, with lemon zest and spicy medicinal notes. A dryish, cleansing session beer with some subtleties of flavor.
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