Pilsner Urquell

Plzeňský Prazdroj [ˈpl̩.zɛɲskiː ˈprazdroj], Original Source of Pilsner, known better by its German name Pilsner Urquell ˈpɪlznɐ ˈʔuːɐ̯ˌkvɛl, is a bottom-fermented beer produced since 1842 in Pilsen, part of today's Czech Republic. Pilsner Urquell was the first pilsner beer in the world. Today it is a prominent brand of the global brewing empire SABMiller. Pilsner Urquell is more strongly hopped than most pilsner beers. Saaz hops, a noble hop variety, are a key element in its flavour profile, as are the use of soft water and fire-brewing. It is available in a 330 ml, as well as 12oz {355ml}, and a 500ml (half litre) in both aluminium cans and green bottles.