Summary: Extra Special Bitter (ESB)<br><br>Subcategory: American-Style Extra Special Bitter<br><br>-Notes: Entries in this subcategory exhibit hop aroma and flavor attributes typical of hops of many origins, which may deviate substantially from the hallmark attributes typical of traditional English hop varieties.<br><br>-Color – Amber to deep copper<br><br>-Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures<br><br>-Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Medium to medium high<br><br>-Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Medium to medium-high and typical of American or other origin hop varieties<br><br>-Perceived Bitterness: Medium to medium-high<br><br>-Body: Medium to full<br><br>-ABV: 4.8%-5.8%<br><br><br>Subcategory: English-Style Extra Special Bitter<br><br>-Notes: Entries in this subcategory exhibit hop aroma and flavor attributes typical of traditional English hop varieties.<br><br>-Color – Amber to deep copper<br><br>-Clarity: Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures<br><br>-Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Medium to medium high<br><br>-Perceived Hop Aroma & Flavor: Medium to medium-high <br><br>-Perceived Bitterness: Medium to medium-high<br><br>-Body: Medium to full<br><br>-ABV: 4.8%-5.8%<br><br>-Glassware: Pint Glass<br><br><br><br><br>Examples from GABF Winners List 2019<br><br>Gold Medal: ESB – Hillman Beer – Ashville, NC<br><br>ABV – 6.1 %<br><br>Notes: Toasty and nutty with a bit of caramel malt character, firm hop bitterness, but very well balanced. Also won Silver in 2018.<br><br><br>Silver Medal: Bridgeview – Henderson Brewing Co. – Henderson, KY<br><br>ABV – 5.6 %<br><br>Notes: Don’t let the last word fool you, this beer is anything but bitter. A wonderful earthy spicy nose greets you followed by a distinct malt forward flavor produced by the Maris Otter Malt used.<br><br>Craft Beer Storm Website: <a href="http://www.craftbeerstorm.com" rel="noopener">www.craftbeerstorm.com</a><br><br> <br>If your Company, Hotel or Restaurant wants to book a CraftBeer Weekend or Craft Beer Evening for your guests or employees send an email to <a href="mailto:Michael@craftbeerstorm.com">Michael@craftbeerstorm.com</a> <br><br>Linked In: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/craft-beer-storm-podcast-30776075/" rel="noopener">https://www.linkedin.com/in/craft-beer-storm-podcast-30776075/</a><br><br><br>Subscribe to Craft Beer Storm Podcast iTunes: <br><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2" rel="noopener">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2</a><br><br>*** A Top 20 Podcast in Food on iTunes ***<br><br>Michael Potorti is the Host of Craft Beer Storm and Founder/Brewer at Beara Brewing Co. in Portsmouth, NH<br><br>*** Interested in starting your own brewery? Our Portsmouth, NH TURNKEY facility is for sale! Follow link for more info:<br><br><a href="https://www.neren.com/Listing/2800-Lafayette-Rd-12A/5cdda2dabf34cb9150a7faeb" rel="noopener">https://www.neren.com/Listing/2800-Lafayette-Rd-12A/5cdda2dabf34cb9150a7faeb</a><br><br><br>Michael Potorti<br>Founder/Brewer<br>Host of "Craft Beer Storm" Podcast<br><a href="mailto:michael@craftbeerstorm.com">michael@craftbeerstorm.com</a><br><a href="mailto:michael@bearairishbrew.com">michael@bearairishbrew.com</a><br><br>*** Come visit our brewery for some delicious local craft brew! ***<br><br>Beara Brewing Co.<br>2800 Lafayette Road<br>Portsmouth, NH 03801<br>Tel. (857) 342-3272<br> <br><a href="http://www.bearairishbrew.com" rel="noopener">www.bearairishbrew.com</a><br> <br>Like us on<br><br>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bearairishbrew/?hl=en" rel="noopener">https://www.instagram.com/bearairishbrew/?hl=en</a><br><br><br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BearaIrishBrewingCo"></a>
