Bukovar Family Brewery
The Bukovar Family Brewery from Dolní Bukovsko continues the tradition of brewing beer in South Bohemia, where beer was brewed in the nearby village of Bzí as early as the 18th century.
The idea to revive beer brewing arose in the summer of 2013 in response to the declining quality of common commercial beers. The goal is to brew not only honest Czech bottom-fermented beer but also top-fermented beers, known primarily abroad. In 2013–2014, recipes were developed, and in the following two years (2015–2016), beer was brewed in rented breweries. At the beginning of 2017, proprietary brewing and fermentation technology was designed. For beer production, in addition to high-quality Czech malts, hops, and herbs, infant water from the underground lake of Dolní Bukovsko is used, ensuring the beer's exceptional taste.
Beers Produced:
- Proud Lion 12° Czech Lager
- Hungry Bear 11° Semi-Dark Specialty
- Space Coyote 12° Top-Fermented Ale
- Additional seasonal offerings
Draft beer can be tasted in the brewery pub located next to the brewery. Opening hours are year-round, Thursday to Saturday from 5:00 PM. In the summer months and in nice weather, it opens at 2:00 PM. To confirm opening hours, call: +420 773 096 745.
E-shop: www.bukovar.cz
Accessibility
Brewery tours are available upon prior arrangement.
How to get there
By bike: Take the Blata cycling trail no. 1132, which leads directly to the brewery, intersecting with trail no. 12 that runs from Hluboká nad Vltavou to Dolní Dvořiště.
By car: From the D3 highway (directions from Prague or České Budějovice), take exit 107 and drive approximately 7 km via roads 603 and 14713. From Veselí nad Lužnicí or Týn nad Vltavou, follow road 147. There is plenty of parking available in front of the brewery.
By balloon/aircraft: There is a landing area right in front of the brewery. GPS: 49°10'19.8"N, 14°34'51.3"E. While there are no direct air connections, most visitors to Václav Havel Airport can guide you on the right path.
