Czech Lagers
Czech Lagers are characterised by their golden colour, high foaminess and balanced flavour profiles. The combination of Moravian barley and Saaz hops, along with traditional Czech brewing methods, give Czech lager its distinct flavour. This is further enhanced by the traditional Czech pouring styles used to emphasise the beer's foam qualities.
THE LEGACY OF CZECH LAGER
Discover the story of Czech lager and how its legendary brewing tradition inspired Burleigh Brewing’s slow-brewed philosophy. From Pilsner origins to our pursuit of purity — this is where the legacy begins.
Episode 1
The Legacy of Czech Lager & Burleigh’s Connection
MASTERS OF THE CRAFT
Lukas and Brennan explore their shared passion for slow-brewed lager, tradition, and innovation. From Europe to Burleigh, this is a meeting of minds (and talents) that defines our approach to brewing and how a beer should be served.
Episode 2
Lukas & Brennan - Masters Of The Craft
THERE'S MORE TO THE POUR
Brewing isn’t the whole story of the craft of Czech Beer. Correct tapping and pouring is essential and there are several traditional Czech pouring styles.
Hladinka is the most common, a balanced pour with about a three finger layer of foam on top of the beer.
Šnyt is two part foam, one part beer pour that highlights the beer's carbonation.
Mlíko, as the name suggests, is a foam heavy pour that resembles milk. With only a small amount of beer, it is meant to highlight the creamy, sweet, and aromatic qualities of the lager and best enjoyed quickly.
THE CZECH POUR
What does it take to pour the perfect Czech lager? From foam-to-beer ratios to the three iconic Czech pour styles — Hladinka, Šnyt, and Mlíko — discover how this age-old technique turns great beer into a full sensory experience.
Episode 3
The Perfect Pour – Czech Style
SOMETHING SPECIAL IS BREWING
In Episode 4 of The Legacy of Lager, we share the story behind our upcoming collaboration with the legendary Czech brewery, Budvar.
Episode 4
A Historic Collaboration with Budvar
THE LAUNCH OF CZECH MATES
We've partnered with the national brewery of the Czech Republic, Budvar, to create a Czech lager that embodies the true essence of Czech tradition with a Burleigh Brewing twist.
Episode 5
The Pour, The Brew, The Legacy
Beer FAQs
I want to stock Burleigh Brewing beer!
No problem! Contact us with your bottleshop or venue details, we’ll get you all the info you need and then set things up to ensure a hassle free and beneficial partnership.
Is your beer gluten free?
While many of our beers are very low gluten (typically no detectable gluten at LOR 10mg/kg), they are made from malted barley and as such, are not able to be referred to as “gluten free”. Head here for more GF info.
Where can I buy Burleigh Brewing beer ?
We have broad distribution of our beers nationally, through both independent retailers and the national chains. If you don’t find the particular beer you’re after on the shelf, a tap or in the fridge in your favourite bottleshop or venue, make a friendly request of them to order it in + get in touch and we’ll jump on the case! Purchasing via our online shop (or a variety of other online retailers) or in person at our Burleigh Heads Taphouse are also options.
Can you fill my 20 litre keg for home?
Our production operations are of a scale that means we are not able to fill ad hoc kegs. As kegs are pressure vessels, safety and insurance considerations also preclude us from filling kegs that are not part of our keg fleet. We do however offer 50 litre ‘’party kegs’’ for short term use. Get in touch here to find out more