Czech Czech One Two

Judge’s Review

Joseph Formanek
BJCP National Judge

Rating 82 (Average)

Judges Rating: 82
Aroma: 19/24
Appearance: 4/6
Flavor: 34/40
Mouthfeel: 9/10
Overall Impression: 16/20

Czech Czech One Two by North South Brewing Co is being evaluated as a Category 3B Czech Premium Pils according to the 2015 BJCP Style Guidelines. As such, there is a expectation of brilliantly clear brew with a well rounded pils malt profile from start to finish; clean bitterness along with evident Saaz-type hop flavor and aroma. While this brew is quite nice, it is somewhat lacking in certain aspects of the style. 

A sulfur note comes up front in the aroma when the beer is poured, followed by a sweet background malt aromatic. There is a touch of spicy hop aroma behind this. The color is a hazy light golden with a white moderate-sized bubble head with fair retention. 

There is an evident malt backbone with a background sweet flavor. This sweet character carries through to the middle and finish, leaving a somewhat flabby and muddy finish. There is a rather light spicy, somewhat perfume hop flavor along with moderate bitterness, but not enough to deliver the clean finish expected for the style. The body is medium. 

A hallmark for any Czech Pils style brew is the smoothness delivered by the exceptionally soft water used in the brewing process. The water used in this brew seems a bit minerally, which can deliver an unexpected harshness in the finish. 

Overall, Czech Czech One Two is a nice pils, perhaps more German than Czech, but there are certain issues that do stand out. Cheers and Enjoy!!

Brewer’s Description

A crisp, classic Czech Pilsner that delivers a rhythmic punch of tradition and taste. Brewed with authentic Saaz hops and Munich malt, this deep golden lager opens with a beautiful aroma and follows through with a clean, bready backbone and a satisfyingly light bitter finish. This beer is light enough to keep the session going but bold enough to command attention—just like a good mic check. Whether you’re warming up or winding down, Czech Czech One Two hits all the right notes.

Beer Style & Statistics

Beer Style: Czech Pilsner
Beer Style Family: Czech Lager
Availability: Year-Round
ABV: 4.7%

IBUs:35
Served at: 38 – 45 ºF
Hops: Saaz, German Tradition
Malts: Pilsen, Bonlander Munich, Carapils, Caramunich, Midnight Wheat

Brewery Information

Czech Pilsner | Year-Round | North Carolina | USA