Upright Brewing’s Czech Style Tmavé Pivo
Upright Brewing’s Czech Style Tmavé Pivo Homebrew Recipe
Ready for the rich, dark, malty flavor of a Czech Lager? Alex Ganum, owner and head brewer of Upright Brewing, has shared with us his recipe for the Juzek 13º. Crafted from our seasonal Wyeast strain: 2782-PC Staro Prague Lager (part of the Robust & Ruddy Private Collection) this yeast produces a medium to full bodied lager that exudes a moderately fruity and bready malt flavor, characteristic of Autumn.
Upright Brewing, Portland’s secret society brewing house and taproom, is located in the basement of the Leftbank Project building. They are in their 9th year of brewing and specialize in farmhouse inspired beers from France and Belgium, with a Northwest vibe. Upright continues to be a small volume brewery with a hands-on approach that allows them to exercise their creativity and craft in the brewing process.
Homebrew Recipe
JUZEK 13º CZECH STYLE TMAVÉ PIVO (CZECH DARK LAGER)
Fermentables
- 42% Pil
- 37% Marris Otter
- 9% Caramel Munich III
- 9% Dark Munich
- 3% Roast Barley
Mash at 152 °F (66 °C)
Hops
- Hood hops or other similar variety for entire kettle boil
- Target 25 IBU
Yeast
- Ferment with Wyeast 2782-PC Staro Prague Lager
- Start at 65 °F (18 °C) for about 18 hours, then knock down to 52 °F (11 °C). Raise temperature towards the end of fermentation for diacetyl rest.
Additional Directions
- Lager for 2 – 4 weeks until appropriately dropped of yeast and flavors have rounded out.