Pilsner Urquell
Swan's Nest Rd
Unit 30, Kilbarrack Shopping Centre
Grange
Dublin
D05 N2F6
Ireland
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About this product
The original pilsner. Nothing to imitate.
Some beers follow a tradition. Others create it. Pilsner Urquell belongs firmly in the second category. First brewed in Plzeň, Czech Republic, in 1842, it introduced the world to the golden pilsner style that would go on to inspire countless beers across the globe. This is the original, still brewed in its Czech hometown, offering an authentic taste of the beer that changed brewing history.
Pour a glass and the appeal is immediately clear. A brilliant golden colour, a creamy white head, and a fresh aroma of malt and hops lead into a flavour that is both crisp and surprisingly rewarding. Soft, biscuity malt provides a gentle sweetness, while traditional Saaz hops bring herbal aromas and a distinctive bitterness. Neither side dominates: the malt gives the beer its rounded character, and the hops keep everything fresh, balanced, and wonderfully drinkable.
For beer lovers in Ireland, Pilsner Urquell is an opportunity to experience the real thing rather than simply another beer labelled as a pilsner. Its character comes from the original Czech brewing tradition, carefully selected ingredients, and a recipe that has stood the test of time. It has more personality than many mass-market lagers, but never sacrifices refreshment for complexity.
This is a beer made for good food, good company, and moments when the simple things are done exceptionally well. Enjoy it with a hearty meal, pour it for friends, or make it your go-to choice when you fancy a lager with genuine heritage. More than 180 years after its creation, Pilsner Urquell remains a benchmark for the style — and a reminder that sometimes, the original really is worth seeking out.
Why we love it:
Pilsner Urquell has that rare combination of character and effortless drinkability. Its gentle malt sweetness, distinctive herbal hops, and satisfying bitterness work together beautifully, delivering far more personality than you might expect from a golden lager. Knowing you're enjoying the original pilsner, brewed in its Czech birthplace, makes every glass that little bit more special.
Country of origin
Czech Republic
Beer style
Pilsner
Tasting notes
Appearance
Bright golden straw with excellent clarity and a creamy white head that holds beautifully in the glass.
Aroma
Fresh malt, light biscuit, and subtle honeyed notes mingle with herbal, floral, and slightly spicy aromas from the Saaz hops.
Palate
The first sip brings soft, rounded malt flavours reminiscent of fresh bread and biscuit, balanced by a gentle sweetness. Saaz hops add a distinctive herbal character and a firm but elegant bitterness that develops across the palate. Lively carbonation keeps the beer crisp, while the finish is clean, refreshing, and pleasantly bitter, with just enough lingering malt to bring everything together.
Food pairing
Pilsner Urquell's refreshing bitterness and rounded malt character make it a brilliant partner for everything from pub classics to traditional Central European cooking. Its carbonation cuts through richer foods, while the herbal hop character brings freshness to savoury flavours. Try it with:
- Schnitzel, roast pork, or grilled sausages
- Fish and chips, battered cod, or fried seafood
- Burgers, steak sandwiches, and grilled meats
- Pizza, particularly with spicy salami or smoky toppings
- Goulash and other hearty Czech or Central European dishes
- Mature cheddar, smoked cheese, and charcuterie
- Crisps, pretzels, and salty sharing snacks
Whether you're enjoying it with dinner or simply pouring a cold one after a long day, this is a lager that deserves to be served properly. Serve at 5–7°C to bring out its refreshing malt balance and distinctive hop character.
Size, cl
50
ABV, %
4.4
About the producer
Pilsner Urquell was first brewed in 1842 in Plzeň, in what is now the Czech Republic, and is widely recognised as the world's first pale pilsner lager. Its creation helped establish an entirely new style of beer, defined by its golden colour, crisp character, and balanced hop bitterness. Today, the beer continues to be brewed in Plzeň, maintaining its connection to the place where the pilsner tradition began. Its name translates roughly as “original source of pilsner” — a fitting description for a beer whose influence can be found in breweries around the world. For customers in Ireland, the original Czech-brewed Pilsner Urquell is a genuine piece of brewing history in a glass.