Czech Pale Lager
Czech LagerBJCP 3A
Light, crisp Czech lager with noticeable Saaz hop character
A lighter-bodied, rich, refreshing, hoppy, bitter pale Czech lager having the familiar flavors of the stronger Czech Premium Pale Lager but in a lower-alcohol, everyday-drinking format.
How to Brew a Czech Pale Lager
Typical Malts
- ● Pale Ale malt
Typical Hops
- ● Hallertau Mittelfrüh
- ● Tettnanger
- ● Saaz
Yeast
● Lager yeast (e.g. W-34/70, S-23)
Style Requirements
Typical Flavors
FAQ about Czech Pale Lager
What is a Czech Pale Lager?
A lighter-bodied, rich, refreshing, hoppy, bitter pale Czech lager having the familiar flavors of the stronger Czech Premium Pale Lager but in a lower-alcohol, everyday-drinking format.
How much alcohol does a Czech Pale Lager have?
A Czech Pale Lager typically has 3–4.1% ABV. Original gravity ranges from 1.028–1.044, final gravity from 1.008–1.014.
How bitter is a Czech Pale Lager?
A Czech Pale Lager has 20–35 IBU (International Bitterness Units). This is moderate bitterness.
What ingredients do you need for a Czech Pale Lager?
Typical malts: Pale Ale malt. Typical hops: Hallertau Mittelfrüh, Tettnanger, Saaz. Yeast: Lager yeast (e.g. W-34/70, S-23).
Do you need special equipment for a Czech Pale Lager?
Yes, a Czech Pale Lager is a lager and requires fermentation at 8–12°C (46–54°F). You'll need a fermentation fridge or cool cellar.
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