Bohemian-Style Pilsener
European Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2024
3 SRM6 SRM
- OG
- 1.044 – 1.052
- FG
- 1.013 – 1.018
- ABV
- 4.1 – 5.1 %
- IBU
- 25 – 45
- Color
European Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2024
The head should be dense.
Straw to gold
Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present
A slightly sweet and toasted, biscuity, bready malt aroma and flavor is present.
Medium-low to medium, derived from late kettle hopping with noble-type hops.
Medium
The upper limit of original gravity of versions brewed in Czech Republic is 12.99 °Plato or 1.052 specific gravity. Esters are usually not present, but if present should be extremely low, at the limit of perception. Very low levels of diacetyl, if present, are acceptable and may accent malt character. Low levels of sulfur compounds may be present. DMS and acetaldehyde should not be present. Many versions may exhibit flavor contributions typical of decoction mashing.
Medium
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