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Pivovar Chodovar: A sip of history from the rock cellar

In Chodová Planá, not far from the Kaiserwald forest, lies one of the most quaint breweries in the Czech Republic: Chodovar. Known for its storage cellar carved into granite rock and the world’s first beer spa, it’s a must-visit for every beer lover. But what exactly is in the glass?

💡 My insider tip

If you’re in the area, be sure to visit the restaurant. “Ve Skále” (In the rock). It is located directly in the labyrinthine storage cellars – you can’t enjoy your beer in a cooler, fresher, or more authentic setting!

The Tasting: Three Classics in Focus

To understand the range of Chodovar, we tasted three distinctive varieties for you:

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1. Chodovar President Premium (Stock)

Character: The brewery’s flagship beer. A light lager with a rich, golden-yellow color. The flavor is dominated by a delicate malt sweetness and a pleasant hop bitterness in the finish. Very drinkable and well-balanced.

Goes perfectly with: Classic roast pork or goulash.

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2. Chodovar Zámecké Černé (Dark)

Character: A pitch-black castle dark beer. Here, roasted malt aromas meet nuances of caramel and light dark chocolate. Despite its dark color, it is surprisingly light in body and not too sweet.

Goes perfectly with: Smoked meat or chocolate desserts.

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3. Chodovar Skalní ležák (yeast rock beer)

Character: A naturally brewed, unfiltered lager. The remaining yeast gives it a creamier and fuller mouthfeel. It tastes incredibly fresh – almost as if you were drinking it straight from the lagering tank in the rock.

Goes perfectly with: Strong cheese or hearty snacks.

Further varieties in the brief overview

Variety Brief profile
Zámecký Ležák Special A stronger festival beer with a pronounced malt body.
Chodovar Radler Refreshing with natural lemon extract – ideal for hikers.
Pašerák (smuggler) A light draft beer, light and refreshing for a quick thirst quencher.
Beer mineral water (Il-Sano) Not beer in the classic sense, but the basis for many mixed drinks in the house.

🛁 More than just drinking: Beer wellness

Hast du schon mal in Bier gebadet? In Chodová Planá kannst du die Inhaltsstoffe von Hopfen und Hefe auch auf der Haut genießen. Entdecke unsere Tipps für ein Wochenende im Bier-Spa!


Conclusion of the Chodovar tasting

The Chodovar brewery masterfully manages the balancing act between down-to-earth tradition and a tourist experience. Especially the Skalní ležák This is a revelation for fans of unfiltered beers. Cheers!

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