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ESB – Extra Strong Bitter processes medium to strong hop qualities in aroma, flavor, and bitterness. The residual malt sweetness of this richly flavored, full-bodied bitter is more pronounced than in other bitters.

 

 

The term pale ale is used in Scotland though ESB (for "Extra Special Bitter") is more commonly used in the United States. Where bitter is used it indicates a pale ale of lower alcohol content brewed in a less hop-focused style than typical American pale ales. American bitters often use English varieties of hops

Strength of 4.8% abv and over. Also known as Extra Special Bitter, or in Canada and the USA, ESB (ESB is a brand name in the UK).

 






 

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