Overview: Pilsner - The Golden Elixir On October 5th, 1842 in the City of Pilsen, in what is now known as the Czech Republic, the world’s first golden beer was brewed - Pilsner Urquell! Literally translated Pilsner Urquell means “Pilsner from the original source” and that is as true today as it was in 1842. Follow the Thirsty Traveler as he ventures through beautiful and historic Prague to the city of Pilsen, to find the story behind this golden liquid.