Where is Pilsner Urquell brewed?
Pilsner Urquell is genuinely imported from the Czech Republic, at the same strength as at home.
In short
Pilsner Urquell is the real thing on origin: the beer in UK shops is brewed at Plzen in the Czech Republic. It is also the same strength as at home, 4.4%. The brand belongs to Asahi Group Holdings (Plzensky Prazdroj). The label says: "Country of origin: Czech Republic. 'Plzensky Prazdroj, A.S., U Prazdroje 64/7, Vychodni Predmesti, 301 00 Plzen, Czech Republic.'."
Who has brewed it here
| Years | Brewer | Site | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dates not established | None. Always imported from Plzen. | Plzen, Czech Republic | ocado.com |
Questions people ask
Where is Pilsner Urquell brewed?
The UK product is imported. It is brewed at Plzen in the Czech Republic.
Is Pilsner Urquell brewed in the UK?
No. The UK product is brewed in the Czech Republic.
Is Pilsner Urquell really Czech?
Yes, on origin: the UK product is brewed in the Czech Republic.
Who owns Pilsner Urquell?
Pilsner Urquell is owned by Asahi Group Holdings (Plzensky Prazdroj), headquartered in Japan. In the UK the brand is handled by Asahi UK Ltd.
What strength is Pilsner Urquell in the UK?
Pilsner Urquell is 4.4% ABV in the UK. In the Czech Republic it is 4.4%.
Is Pilsner Urquell weaker in the UK than in the Czech Republic?
No. It is 4.4% in both the UK and the Czech Republic.
See also
Every beer sold as Czech Republic · Every brand owned by Asahi Group Holdings
Sources
- Ocado (ocado.com), 5 September 2026: UK ABV 4.4%, country of origin Czech Republic, producer address Plzensky Prazdroj, Plzen
- Asahi Europe & International (asahiinternational.com), 5 September 2026: Plzensky Prazdroj is an Asahi Europe brewery
- second research pass (petebrown.net): cited by second research pass
- second research pass (thegrocer.co.uk): cited by second research pass
- second research pass (asahiinternational.com): cited by second research pass