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Pilsner • Family Member since 2007

Krušovice 12° (Ležák)

Beer Description

Krušovice 12 is the flagship premium lager of the Royal Brewery of Krušovice, brewed at 12.3° Plato to 5.0% ABV. Also marketed internationally as Krušovice Lager or Krušovice Imperial. Uses noble Žatec (Saaz) hops, water from the Křivoklát forests and selected Czech and Moravian barley. The brewery was founded in 1581 and acquired by Heineken in 2007. The recipe has been passed down through 28 brewmasters. Exported widely across Europe and beyond. The Imperial Crown of Austria — part of the brewery's logo since Rudolf II's purchase in 1583 — appears on every bottle.

Krušovice 12° (Ležák)

At a glance

Style
Pilsner
Style category
European Pale Lager
First brewed
1581
In Heineken portfolio since
2007
Still in portfolio
Yes
Name History
  • Krusovice Lager; Krušovice Lager; Krusovice Imperial; Královská 12

Brewing & appearance

Color
Golden
Filtered
yes
Fermentation
Bottom Fermented
ABV range
4.1–5.0%
Ingredients
  • Water
  • Malted Barley
  • Hops
  • Yeast
  • Noble Hops
Category
Heritage Brand

Taste Profile

Flavor profile
  • Crisp
  • Hoppy
  • Malty
  • Slightly Bitter
  • Floral
Body
Medium
Finish
  • Clean
  • Crisp
  • Slightly Bitter

Brewed by Tradition: The Sites 1 Currently Brewing

Since 2007
CZ Krušovice — Royal Brewery Krušovice