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Royal Arctika is proud to partner with Rising Chefs Challenge 2026 as a Co-organizer, helping create a platform for the next generation of chefs while celebrating the creativity and rich heritage of Vietnamese cuisine. Inspired by hometown stories and regional culinary traditions, the competition encourages young chefs to reinterpret classic Vietnamese dishes through a contemporary [...]
MoreOn July 19, Royal Arctika joined City Trail 2026 in Nha Trang, supporting runners as they took on the scenic coastal course and embraced the spirit of adventure. Amid the summer heat, the Arctic Bucket Challenge offered a refreshing way for participants to recharge, helping them stay energized and motivated throughout the race. More than [...]
MoreRoyal Arctika brought its Taste of Adventure experience to the coastal city of Nha Trang, creating a vibrant summer destination for adventure seekers and beer enthusiasts alike. Guests enjoyed a series of immersive activities, from taking photos with the iconic 3-meter Polar Bear to conquering the Arctic Bucket Challenge and discovering the distinctive taste of Royal [...]
MoreThe largest member companies in the Association of Beer, Malt and Beverage Producers (APP), together with partner farmers, have increased the sowing area for malting barley 6% this year to 240,700 hectares, a press release from the APP said. Farms in over 20 regions of Russia grow malting barley for APP members, predominantly in Altai, [...]
MoreRussia exported more than 24 tonnes of dried fish to Brazil totaling nearly US$400,000 in 10M 2025, according to the Russian Agriculture Ministry’s Agroexport Center. Most of the shipments were cod. Russia did not previously supply dried fish to the Brazilian market, the center said, noting that “Brazilians now have an excellent snack to go [...]
MoreRussia has resumed exporting beer to a number of countries, including Burkina Faso and Uruguay, in the first quarter of 2025. The Agriculture Ministry’s Agroexport center said that Russia shipped around 16 tonnes of beer to Burkina Faso for the first time since 2021. Russia also resumed shipments of around 21 tonnes of beer to [...]
MoreRussia’s Baltika Breweries, based in St. Petersburg, is looking into the possibility of exporting to India, starting with Mumbai and Delhi. The company has stated that “India’s exclusive importer of Baltika is preparing to be able to offer the company’s products to Indian consumers in 2026. The Indian market holds significant potential for international brands, [...]
More| Craftsmanship | Light Lager |
| ABV | 4.7% |
| Patent/innovation | World’s first Arctic Frost Effect ™. European patent pending |
| Origins | Invented in Russia |
| Refreshment | Superior refreshment with a crisp, icy feel |
| Bitterness (IBU) | 7 |
| Perceived Bitterness: | Low to Medium |
| Clarity: | Clear appearance. No chill haze |
| Color: | Straw to gold |
| Color SRM (EBC): | 3-4 (6-8 EBC) |
| Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: | Malty-sweet aroma and flavor with light biscuity notes |
| Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: | Light spicy, herbal, and citrus notes |
| Fermentation Characteristics: | Well-attenuated, with a medium fruity and estery aroma |
| Body | Medium |
| Original Gravity (OG) | 9.8° Plato |
| Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (°Plato) | 0.8° Plato |
| Additional notes | The head is dense, pure white, and persistent |
| Craftsmanship | Strong Lager |
| ABV | 6.3% |
| Origins | Invented in Russia |
| Bitterness (IBU) | 11 |
| Perceived Bitterness: | Medium |
| Clarity: | Clear appearance. No chill haze |
| Color: | Deep gold |
| Color SRM (EBC): | 6-7 (12-14 EBC) |
| Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: | Light malty aroma and flavor with a hint of caramel notes |
| Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: | Very light floral notes |
| Fermentation Characteristics: |
Complex estery aroma. The rich flavor is formed by a wide range of compounds, |
| Body | Medium |
| Original Gravity (OG) | 13° Plato |
| Apparent Extract/Final Gravity (°Plato) | 1.004 (1.2° Plato) |
| Additional notes | The head is dense, pure white, and persistent |