This is one of the flagship beers at The Beerded Goat Brewing Company. So let\u2019s dive in and take a good look at it. Firstly, its a Czech Pilsner \u2013 Bohemian style, and it weighs in at 5.3% ABV.<\/p>\n
(See our article about our sneak preview of The Beerded Goat Brewery: A Sneak Peek at the Beerded Goat Brewery<\/a>.)<\/p>\n The Standard by Beerded Goat<\/p>\n<\/div>\n Beerded Goat Brewing Co. (now operating under the broader \u201cThe Goat\u201d sports-bar identity in Lower Paxton Township) opened in 2023 in the former Newfangled Brew Works space. Head brewer Brian Keeney leans toward traditional, well-executed styles, and The Standard is a clear expression of that approach\u2014a clean, classic Czech-style pilsner that serves as one of the brewery\u2019s reliable house pours.<\/p>\n Appearance<\/strong> Crystal clear pale gold with a bright, persistent white head that leaves fine lacing. The spunding (natural carbonation) shows in the lively, tight bead.<\/p>\n Aroma<\/strong> Soft grain and light honey-like malt sweetness up front, followed by classic Czech Saaz character: mild herbal, floral, and grassy notes with a hint of spice. Nothing aggressive or fruity\u2014just clean and inviting.<\/p>\n Taste<\/strong> Crisp and balanced. Mild bready\/grainy malt with a soft honey edge gives way to an assertive but refreshing Saaz bitterness that stays dry and clean rather than harsh. The finish is snappy and lingering without any residual sweetness or off-flavors. It drinks true to style: straightforward, sessionable, and focused on drinkability.<\/p>\n Mouthfeel<\/strong> Light-to-medium body with lively, natural carbonation from the spunding process. It feels crisp and refreshing on the palate\u2014exactly what you want in a pilsner meant for multiple rounds or game-day sipping.<\/p>\n Overall<\/strong> The Standard lives up to its name. It\u2019s a well-made, no-frills Czech pilsner that prioritizes clarity, balance, and refreshment over trends or gimmicks. At 5.3% it\u2019s highly sessionable and pairs easily with the brewery\u2019s food (pizza, wings, burgers) or simply stands alone as an easy, reliable pour. Keeney has called it one of his favorites, and the brewery itself positions it as a go-to first-round choice.<\/p>\n If you like classic European pilsners that emphasize clean malt and noble hops over modern hop bombs or haze, this is a solid local example worth seeking out on draft at the brewery. Cheers.<\/p>\n My Untappd Rating: **** Brewed with 100% Weyermann floor malted Pilsner and hopped with 100% Check saaz. Spunded for natural carbonation. Crisp, clean, and crystal clear. Mild grainy notes of soft honey balanced by an assertive and refreshing bitterness. This is the Standard<\/em><\/p>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n For more updates on Pennsylvania brewery news, closures, openings, and expansions, follow The Beer Thrillers<\/b> on social media and subscribe for the latest articles on the state\u2019s ever-evolving craft beer scene.<\/p>\n If you like this article, please check out our other many articles, including news, beer reviews, travelogues, maps, and much much more. 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