Curious about a brewery that dares to serve banana beer? Welcome to Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict. It is not just a brewery but a Prague institution. It has been delighting locals and tourists alike since its opening in 1998.
Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict offers a unique experience. It combines traditional Czech cuisine with innovative brewing. You can taste at least eight types of beer made in-house. Expect classic Czech lagers alongside unexpected flavors. Coffee beer, nettle beer and even banana beer are on tap here.
But Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict is more than just unusual beer. It’s a place where Czech brewing history is celebrated. The restaurant space underwent a significant renovation. It now features a “brewery hall of fame”. It honors thirty important figures in Czech brewing history.
The Benedict group took over Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict. They saved the Pivovarsk\u00fd klub from closing in 2021. The B\u0159evnov Monastery Brewery of St. Vojt\u011bch ensures the continued operation. Ales Pot\u011b\u0161il oversees the mini-brewery.
Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict emphasizes the synergy of Czech cuisine and beer. The restaurant bakes its own bread. This allows for deeper collaboration between the kitchen and brewery. They use brewery yeast for the bread. They also use malt as an ingredient. They even brew beer from rye bread sometimes.
Don’t miss the slow-cooked Benedict goulash. Try the duck leg with beetroot cabbage. Chef Ond\u0159ej Dole\u010dek is in charge of the kitchen. He has led kitchens in Caf\u00e9 Louvre and La Corte.
Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict also caters to wine lovers. They collaborate with Arte Vini winery. Sommelier P\u0159emysl Sova selects Moravian wines. These wines complement the beer selection. You will also find craft spirits from Czech distilleries. Jakub Gottwald from Lihov\u00e1rek.cz helps select these.
Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict plans to brew up to 40 different beers each year. Classic beer drinkers and those seeking new flavors will enjoy it. Four taps always feature beers from the local brewery. The remaining four offer beers from the B\u0159evnov Monastery Brewery.
So, as you savor the unique flavors and aromas here at Pivovarsk\u00fd d\u016fm Benedict remember. You are experiencing a blend of tradition and innovation. A taste of Czech brewing history. Cheers to your visit here.