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Pivovar Matuška: The Revolution of Czech Brewing

If there’s one brewery that has modernized the image of Czech beer, it’s the family-run Matuška brewery in Broumy. Since 2009, they have been brewing without filtration or pasteurization – for a taste as honest and intense as the craft itself.

📍 Enjoy Matuška in Prague: The “Automat” locations

The brewery itself is located in the Křivoklátsko forest reserve, but in Prague the family operates two fantastic venues that perfectly combine gastronomy and brewing:

  • Automat Matuška (Vinohrady): Located directly on Jiřího z Poděbrad Square (JZP). Perfect for combining a fresh beer with the hustle and bustle of the farmers’ market.
  • Automat Matuška (Dejvice): The flagship store in Prague – a modern bistro focusing on first-class food and their full range of draft beers.

Beer tasting: Three classics in focus

1. Dvanáctka (Premium Lager)

Style: Czech Lager (Light) | Alcohol: 4.8%

The tasting: A golden-yellow marvel. Compared to industrial lagers, you immediately notice the richness. It’s malty, robust, and has a fine, elegant bitterness from the Saaz hops. The epitome of drinkability.

2. Raptor (IPA)

Style: India Pale Ale | Alcohol: 6.3%

The tasting: A true powerhouse. Raptor combines Czech brewing tradition with American hops. Expect an explosion of pine and citrus aromas, followed by a strong, lingering bitterness.

3. Apollo Galaxy (Pale Ale)

Style: American Pale Ale | Alcohol: 5.5%

The tasting: Pure fruit! Thanks to the use of Apollo and Galaxy hop varieties, this beer has an enticing aroma of tropical fruits like passion fruit and mango. Light-bodied and extremely refreshing.

Further varieties in the brief overview

  • Zlatá Raketa: A lively IPA with intense citrus notes.
  • Černá Raketa: The dark side – a stout with coffee and chocolate aromas.
  • Pšeničné: A classic wheat beer, naturally cloudy and with a fruity banana aroma.
  • Season: A Belgian-inspired beer, slightly spicy and perfect for hot summer days.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why is Matuška more expensive than standard beer?

Matuška uses only first-class raw materials, brews in small batches, and forgoes filtration. The result is a fresh, natural product with significantly more aroma.

Is the beer also available in bottles?

Yes, Matuška bottles its products in distinctive 0.75l glass bottles, which can often be bought in specialized bottle shops in Prague or directly in the vending machine bistros.


Conclusion

Pivovar Matuška is a must-visit for every beer lover. Anyone wanting to experience the modern soul of Czech beer culture at JZP or in Dejvice simply cannot miss a freshly tapped glass of Raptor or Apollo Galaxy.

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