Extra Special / Strong Bitter (ESB)

Related to the English Bitter, the ESB is more aggressive in hops and ABV while still maintaining balance.

Gold to a medium copper in color, the malt flavors are both fruity and toasty, with earthy English hop flavors balancing the lightly sweet caramel malts. Although the name implies a bitter flavor, most examples of the ESB have a very nice balance.

Best served at cellar temperature, 55-57 degrees, and in a pint glass or beer mug.

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