September 2006 Archives

The (in)famous beer that can't use its own name here in the U.S.,* Czechvar is everything that Pilsner Urquell wants to be -- rich yet refreshing, smooth but tangy, "yellow" but flavorful.  Granted, Pilsner Urquell is a good beer, but it's often a little flat and skunky -- maybe SAB Miller needs to start brewing it in Milwaukee.

Characteristics: Warm, clear golden color, light body, crisp opening with a slighty toasted middle and hoppy, tangy finish.

Minor Gripes: None, except that it's a yellow lager -- meaning it can really only hold my attention in the summer.

Bottom Line: This is perhaps the finest traditional lager I've ever had -- with the disclaimer that I haven't been to central Europe to sample any at the source.

Rating: 7.25 / 10