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Wednesday, January 8, 2025

Kutna Hora Brewery

Timeline:
  • The Kutná Hora Brewery, with origins dating back to 1573
  • Heineken acquired the brewery and subsequently closed it in 2009, ceasing local production.
  • This closure led to frustration among beer enthusiasts, as the brand was cherished by locals and had a strong market presence. 
  • In response, a local entrepreneur revitalized the brewery at its historic site, resuming production in February 2017.

Kutná Hora Czech Pilsner...$4.49 / 16.9oz bottle
Kutná Hora Dark Lager...$4.49 / 16.9oz bottle
Kutná Hora Dry Hopped Pilsner...$4.49 / 16.9oz bottle
Kutná Hora is an old medieval town whose importance, prosperity and size nearly comparable to Prague at the time and this was mainly due to the local silver mines. No wonder then that it had established its brewery as early as 15th century which in turn that soon became notorious for high-quality beer. This has remained the case up until modern ages when Heineken bought the brewery only to close it within the brief period of time.

The closure brought about a major frustration among beer drinkers as the brand was being loved by locals and doing very well on the market. Luckily, this was not to last for long as a local entrepreneur restarted brewing at the same historical premises and the brewery is at high demand again. There is a reason: The Kutná Hora 12 is now considered one of the best pilsener type Real Bohemian Lager on the market.

Original ingredients, double mashing, open fermentation and traditional cellars are all parts of the fantastic heritage, therefore this beer is now enjoyed not only locally, but also in Prague and many other European markets.

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