Scratch #553 represents a modern take on the Czech Pilsner. Arguably the Czech Republic’s finest contribution to modern brewing, this enduring beer style is defined by a crisp malt character with a hint of fresh-baked biscuits. A hallmark of the style, Saaz hops lend a bouquet of honey, cedarwood and wildflower. We fermented with our house lager yeast at a slightly warmer temperature to coax out those fruity esters, which come to life in the finish.