Our story – Pivoboard.cz

The story of Pivoboard began long before the brand itself was created. Brewer Michael Král got into beer more than sixteen years ago – first as a part-time employee, later professionally. His first big school was the Matuška brewery , where he spent eight years. He then spent the next four years at the Zichovec brewery, one of the most successful modern breweries in the Czech Republic. There he gained experience that today forms the basis of our signature: simplicity, bitterness and drinkability.

But the path to Pivoboard was both natural and human. Michael and Tomáš Míka (Pixman) had known each other for years, both professionally and personally. They had talked about their own brewery many times, but it was only the right timing, experience, and a shared desire to embark on something new that led to the creation of a joint project in 2021. No rush, no grand gestures — with an emphasis on quality and the joy of the craft.

A flying brewery with a clear vision

Pivoboard.cz was created as a "flying" brewery . We do not have our own brewhouse or tanks — instead, we brew beer in partner breweries, under Michael's full control and with our own process and ingredients. This model has allowed us to focus on recipe development, brand building, and consistent quality without compromise.

From the beginning, we wanted to create a beer with character. At a time when extremely hoppy, sweet and cloudy styles were gaining popularity, we took the opposite path: Oldschool, honest bitterness and purity of flavor .

That's how the first batches were created — IPA, light lager, pale ale — but our ambitions didn't end there.

Classic beer. Soft drinks. Adaptogenic drinks. Innovation.

During our four years on the market, it has become clear that the world of beer is changing. And so are we. Classic alcoholic beers form the basis, but in the long term, we are driven forward by the desire to experiment:

• Non-alcoholic beers — the future of modern beer culture
• Adaptogenic drinks — connecting functional ingredients with brewing craft
• Innovative drinks that respect beer but aren't afraid to push its boundaries

Today, Pivoboard.cz is more than just a flying brewery — it is a laboratory of flavors where traditional craft meets creativity and new directions.

Next step: custom technology

After years of brewing in external breweries, we are ready for a major shift. We are looking for our own premises that will allow us to:

• build your own brewery and tanks,
• increase production,
• expand the production of soft drinks and functional beverages,
• strengthen quality and stability,
• open up to partners, accelerate development and offer more for customers.

We want to create a place where modern technology, quality ingredients, craftsmanship, and community meet.

Our philosophy

Doing things honestly, simply and with joy. Beer quality is not just about technology, but about people, attitude and respect for the craft.

Our goal is to build our own brewery, produce top-notch beers and modern non-alcoholic beverages, and always create something that makes sense — for us, our partners, and the people who drink our beer.

Pivoboard.cz

A team that loves beer, respects the craft and is not afraid to innovate. 🍻