Beer style
Best hops for Czech Pilsner
Traditional Czech pilsner - fuller body, herbal-spicy Saaz aroma, mellow bitterness and a signature caramel hint from decoction.
Typical ABV
4.2–5.4%
Typical IBU
30–45
Alpha acid range
5.0–9.0%
Dominant purpose
Bittering
Recommended hops for Czech Pilsner
2
Czech RepublicHow to brew Czech Pilsner
Center the recipe on Saaz - both in the boil and aroma. Decoction or step mashing for a fuller body. Czech lager yeast (W34/70, Czech Pils) at 10–12°C. Lager for at least 4 weeks.