The Czechs are famous for producing the best brewery. Popular beers such as Velkopopovický Kozel, Zlatopramen, Staroparmen, Litovel, Staročech, Zlatý Bažant and Pilsner Urquell are produced in the Czech Republic. Connoisseurs of craft specialties can also find craft beer throughout the country.
There are over 400 breweries in the Czech Republic, some large, exporting beer all over the world, others small, with a family tradition and a diverse offer. You can drink good beer in typical Czech taverns, bars and renowned restaurants, or as part of a trip directly to one of the breweries.
Beer culture in the Czech Republic
Most Czech breweries are local factories that maintain traditional recipes and beer brewing technologies. The history of beer in the Czech Republic dates back to the Middle Ages, when monastic monasteries were involved in its production. Since the 14th century, beer has become a popular drink for inhabitants of cities and villages.
It was then that the first city breweries appeared, which prepared beer for the local community. Beer in the Czech Republic is not only a drink, but also a social and cultural element.
Brewery in Stramberk
The tradition of brewing beer in Štramberk was resumed by the City Brewery after 150 years in the same place where beer was brewed and taverned centuries ago. Today, the brewery produces full, unfiltered light beer (ležák) of the Pilsner type and full, unfiltered dark beer of the Flekov type called Trubacz (Trubač) and a dark gingerbread-caramel beer called Ušak are brewed here.
Litovel Brewery
Litovel Brewery The well-known Litovel beer, under which the brewery is presented both on the domestic and foreign markets, has exceptional quality that has been highly appreciated several times by brewing industry experts at the most prestigious fairs and competitions. Litovel Brewery is one of the few Czech breweries that brew beer using the “classic” method. Only first-class raw materials are used for production and classic production methods are adhered to.
The brewery is open to visitors, so you can follow the beer production cycle and try the produced drinks during tastings. Moreover, thanks to the microbrewery operating within the plant, anyone can brew their own beer – also according to their own recipe.
Staropramen Brewery
Staropramen Brewery remains one of the most recognizable, widely distributed Czech beers, occupying the shelves and taps of pubs on four corners of the world. Beer: Well-balanced, saturated, very full and pleasantly smooth, the taste of our Premium Lager offers the satisfying pleasure of real Czech beer. Each Staropramen, each variety, is unique. The most popular beers of this brewery are: Staropramen Granát, Staropramen Ležák, Staropramen Nefiltrovaný, Staropramen Světlé, Staropramen Světlé, Staropramen Tmavé, Staropramen Velvet.
Gambrinus Brewery
The historic Gambrinus brewery is located in the beer capital of the Czech Republic – Plzeň, and was opened in 1869. For years, Gambrinus products competed on the local market with beers from other breweries in the city. Today, Gambrinus, next to Pilsner Urquell and Radegast beers, is the most famous brand of this company, often present in the media, because the brewery is strongly involved in the promotion of Czech football. The historic buildings in Pilzno themselves are a treat for fans of beer tours.
During a tour of the brewery, you can learn not only about the production technology, but also about the history of Pilsen brewing. Discover how beer is brewed and the original and current production areas. At the Exhibition of Senses you can also see, smell and even taste the real ingredients from which Gambrinus creates its products. Tasting awaits you in the beer cellars, and in the historic brewhouse you will be able to learn how to pour beer.
Brewery in Svijany
The quality of Svijan beer has been appreciated at numerous competitions, both specialist and lay ones. The local beer has won awards and titles, including: title Beer of the Czech Republic. The brewery director, Mr. František Horák, was recognized as the Brewery Character of the Liberec Region, and the brewer of the year was Petr Menšík. Since 1998, each new type of beer has won some kind of award in tasting competitions and in various consumer surveys.
Svijanské pivo is becoming more and more popular among its closest neighbors, which is why in the summer of 2014, a branch of Svijana Slovensko was established, which provides deliveries of fresh beer to more distant areas of Slovakia. At the end of 2014, the Town Hall Cellar in Liberec, the brewery’s first brand restaurant, was officially opened.
