Czech Beer Rankings
An exhaustive ranking of the top 50 domestic Czech beers, blending the world-famous historic pale lagers that defined the pilsner style with the absolute best offerings from the country's booming modern craft brewery scene. <Image> <Carousel>
Food & DrinkTop 50 Domestic Beers
🌍 World Ranking
▲ Top 5
#1
Pilsner Urquell (Plzeňský Prazdroj)
The original pilsner that defined the golden lager style worldwide, brewed in Plzeň since 1842.
+10
#2
Březňák Světlý ležák (Pivovar Velké Březno)
A traditional, easy-drinking pale lager featuring the iconic image of Mr. Cibich on its label.
+5
#3
Březnický Ležák (Harold Brewery)
A historic brew from Březnice town dating back to 1506, boasting a strong, authentic malt profile.
+4
#4
Obora 11° (Pivovar Obora)
A rustic, farm-brewed pale lager that exemplifies the pure, unfiltered tradition of Czech microbrewing.
+4
#5
Radegast Ryze Hořká 12 (Radegast)
Known for its distinct, uncompromising bitterness, this Moravian pale lager is a favorite in the eastern regions.
+4
▼ Bottom 5
#1
Braník Světlý (Pivovary Staropramen)
A deeply traditional, highly accessible, and widely consumed light pale lager across the nation.
-6
#2
Bohemia Regent 12° (Bohemia Regent)
A historic South Bohemian pale lager brewed in Třeboň since 1379.
-5
#3
Antoš Tlustý Netopýr (Pivovar Antoš)
An innovative Rye IPA that adds a spicy malt complexity to a heavily hopped profile.
-4
#4
Staropramen 12° (Pivovary Staropramen)
A ubiquitous Prague-brewed pale lager that perfectly balances a fruity flavor with a bitter aftertaste.
-4
#5
Bakalář Za studena chmelený (Tradiční pivovar v Rakovníku)
A widely respected dry-hopped lager that delivers an intense, fresh hop aroma.
-3
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Pilsner Urquell (Plzeňský Prazdroj) — The original pilsner that defined the golden lager style worldwide, brewed in Plzeň since 1842.+10
Březňák Světlý ležák (Pivovar Velké Březno) — A traditional, easy-drinking pale lager featuring the iconic image of Mr. Cibich on its label.+5
Radegast Ryze Hořká 12 (Radegast) — Known for its distinct, uncompromising bitterness, this Moravian pale lager is a favorite in the eastern regions.+4
Březnický Ležák (Harold Brewery) — A historic brew from Březnice town dating back to 1506, boasting a strong, authentic malt profile.+4
Obora 11° (Pivovar Obora) — A rustic, farm-brewed pale lager that exemplifies the pure, unfiltered tradition of Czech microbrewing.+4
Budweiser Budvar (Budějovický Budvar) — The most widely exported Czech beer, known for its smooth taste and ongoing trademark disputes with the American brand.+3
Velkopopovický Kozel Dark (Pivovar Velké Popovice) — One of the most popular dark beers in the Czech Republic, featuring a smooth caramel hint and 3.8% alcohol.+3
Únětické pivo 12° (Únětický Pivovar) — A deliciously unfiltered and unpasteurized pale lager crafted just outside of Prague.+3
Matuška Zlatá Raketa (Pivovar Matuška) — A legendary, hop-forward IPA combining tropical fruit aromas with a bracing, resinous bitterness.+2
Rohozec Skalák 11° (Pivovar Rohozec) — A beloved regional pale lager from the Bohemian Paradise area, known for its clean, refreshing taste.+1
Zichovec Juicy Lucy (Rodinný pivovar Zichovec) — A massively popular, hazy and juicy New England IPA that dominates the domestic craft ratings.+1
Bernard Sváteční Ležák (Bernard Family Brewery) — A highly regarded, unpasteurized premium lager from East Bohemia that enjoys immense domestic popularity.0
Gambrinus Premium (Plzeňský Prazdroj) — A wildly popular domestic staple named after a mythical bearded king of beer, brewed alongside Pilsner Urquell.—
Svijanský Máz 11° (Pivovar Svijany) — An unpasteurized pale ale/lager from one of the oldest breweries (1534), renowned for its authentic, slightly bitter flavor.—
Matuška Raptor (Pivovar Matuška) — A defining, top-rated American-style IPA from one of the pioneering craft breweries in the Czech Republic.—
Zichovec Nectar of Happiness (Rodinný pivovar Zichovec) — A highly acclaimed New England IPA bursting with tropical fruit notes from a dominant craft producer.—
Sibeeria Lollihop (Sibeeria Brewery) — An aggressively hopped, aromatic West Coast IPA that showcases the modern Czech craft brewing evolution.—
Starobrno Medium (Starobrno) — The pride of Brno, a well-balanced Moravian pale lager with a rich tradition and loyal local following.—
Falkon Stalker (Falkon) — A prominent craft IPA offering bold, resiny hop character from one of the country's celebrated modern brewers.—
Clock Twist 14° (Pivovar Clock) — An exceptional Red IPA blending caramel malt sweetness with a sharp, fruity hop bite.—
Raven Laid to Rest (Pivovar Raven) — A heavy, complex Imperial Stout standing out in a market heavily dominated by bottom-fermented lagers.—
Primátor Weizen (Primátor) — The gold standard for Czech-brewed German-style wheat beers, offering classic banana and clove notes.—
Lobkowicz Premium (Pivovary Lobkowicz) — A noble pale lager carrying the name of a famous aristocratic family, brewed with classic Saaz hops.—
Cvikov Klíč 12° (Pivovar Cvikov) — A terrific unpasteurized pale lager from the forested north of Czechia.—
Žatec Malostranská Pils (Pivovar Žatec) — A fine pale lager brewed directly in the historic hop-growing heartland of the Saaz region.—
Mazák 11° (Pivovar Mazák) — A perfectly executed, highly drinkable craft pale lager from a critically acclaimed modern microbrewery.—
Permon Hopper (Pivovar Permon) — A clean, refreshing American Pale Ale that helped popularize hop-forward styles in the domestic market.—
Zlatá Kráva 14° (Zlatá kráva) — A robust, flavorful craft brew balancing strong malt body with a solid bitter finish.—
Čestmír IPA (Pivovar Čestmír) — A bright, citrusy India Pale Ale that consistently ranks among the top craft beers in the country.—
Litovel Premium (Pivovar Litovel) — A classic, deeply traditional Moravian pale lager with a refined hop aroma and crisp finish.—
Hostivar 12° (Hostivar) — A wildly popular, highly drinkable pale lager from a modern Prague-based microbrewery.—
Cobolis 12° (Cobolis) — A meticulously crafted, unpasteurized pale lager from a trendy neighborhood brewery in Prague.—
Kocour Saurus (Pivovar Kocour Varnsdorf) — An aggressive, boundary-pushing IPA from a pioneering brewery located near the German border.—
Staropramen Granát (Pivovary Staropramen) — A semi-dark, ruby-colored beer blending a lighter aftertaste with a classic underlying bitterness.—
Velvet (Pivovary Staropramen) — A smooth, creamy, English-inspired dark beer renowned for its cascading foam and nitrogen pour.—
Strahov Sv. Norbert Amber (Klášterní Pivovar Strahov) — An exceptional, malty amber lager brewed within the historic walls of the Strahov Monastery in Prague.—
Chroust Milky Way (Pivovar Chroust) — A decadent, sweet Milk Stout proving that modern Czech craft brewers can master dark, heavy styles.—
Plzeňský Prazdroj Neufiltrovaný (Plzeňský Prazdroj) — The raw, unfiltered version of the legendary pilsner, available exclusively in select cellars and festivals.—
Sibeeria Yummy (Sibeeria Brewery) — A heavily fruited, intensely sour pastry ale showcasing the extreme, experimental edge of the modern Czech scene.—
Pivovar Volt Baterka (Pivovar Volt) — A bright, highly sessionable craft pale ale with a striking, citrus-heavy profile.—
Staropramen Černá Barbora (Pivovary Staropramen) — A surprisingly strong, black beer served with a thick head, offering deep roasted malt flavors.—
Falkon Independent (Falkon) — A bold, uncompromised craft ale that perfectly embodies the independent spirit of the modern Czech beer revolution.—
Samson 12° (Samson) — A historic Budějovice pale lager that offers a rich malt backbone and mild bitterness.-1
Únětické pivo 10° (Únětický Pivovar) — The ultimate 'desítka' (10-degree), a highly sessionable, low-ABV pale lager perfect for long pub sessions.-2
Krušovice Černé (Královský pivovar Krušovice) — A royal dark beer dating back to Emperor Rudolph II, served with a thick dark foam and a robust malt flavor.-3
Bakalář Za studena chmelený (Tradiční pivovar v Rakovníku) — A widely respected dry-hopped lager that delivers an intense, fresh hop aroma.-3
Staropramen 12° (Pivovary Staropramen) — A ubiquitous Prague-brewed pale lager that perfectly balances a fruity flavor with a bitter aftertaste.-4
Antoš Tlustý Netopýr (Pivovar Antoš) — An innovative Rye IPA that adds a spicy malt complexity to a heavily hopped profile.-4
Bohemia Regent 12° (Bohemia Regent) — A historic South Bohemian pale lager brewed in Třeboň since 1379.-5
Braník Světlý (Pivovary Staropramen) — A deeply traditional, highly accessible, and widely consumed light pale lager across the nation.-6