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Thursday, March 5, 2009

Czechvar/Budweiser Budvar - Czech Lager


Here's one of many excellent alcoholic beverages from Central and Eastern Europe! More to come shortly.

About Czechvar/Budweiser Budvar

Czechvar the label as its known in the United States and Canada is a premium lager. It is also labeled as “Budweiser Budvar” within Europe and "Budweiser Budvar" or "Budějovický Budvar" throughout the rest of the world. The lager is brewed at the Ceske Budejovice Brewery within the Czech Republic.

History Of Czechvar/Budweiser Budvar

The original Budweiser Bier or Budweiser Bürgerbräu was founded in 1785 in Budweis, Bohemia, Holy Roman Empire and started exports to the United States in 1871. However, Anheuser-Busch started using the Budweiser brand in 1876 and registered it two years later within the United States.

Furthermore, a new company which is now known as Budvar was established in 1895 by Czech brewers in Budweis. The company started exporting beer with the adjective Budweiser ("Budějovický" in Czech). This led to the Budweiser trademark dispute. Negotiations between the three companies, the two from the original town and the American Anheuser-Busch, about using "Budweiser" reached an agreement in 1911 that allowed Anheuser-Busch to use the brand "Budweiser" only in North America.

Since these companies were associated with the trademarks for the name "Budweiser", there have been several lawsuits over the years. As such, Budvar is sold within the United States and Canada under the label Czechvar.

In the European Union, Budějovický Budvar is recognized as a product with Protected Geographical Indication. However, the trademark rights to the name Budweiser for some products other than beer are owned by Anheuser-Busch.

Taste Profile

This lager is distinguished by its fine yet slightly sweetish taste, with pleasant hop scent and bitterness.

How To Serve Czechvar/Budweiser Budvar

Like most beers and lagers, Czechvar/Budweiser Budvar should be served chilled. It makes an excellent side with sharp cheeses, cold cuts, pizza, and even sausages.

Further Information About Czechvar/Budweiser Budvar

For more information about Czechvar, you can visit the official Budweiser Budvar or the official Czechvar website for United States and Canada as listed below.

Budweiser Budvar
http://www.budvar.cz

Czechvar for United States and Canada
http://www.czechvar.com

Where To Buy Czechvar/Budweiser Budvar

The label Czechvar has gained significant popularity in the past few years throughout North American and can now be easily purchased at various retail stores.

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