Name: Redhook ESBBrewer: Redhook Ale Brewery - Washington
Style: ESB
Alcohol Content: 5.8%
Review: You know what ESB means? I didn't really know until I looked it up right before trying this beer. It means Extra 'Special' Bitter. Maybe it's to make the beer feel better about itself, like the special olympics. Note: I think the special olympics is a great thing, but let's be honest, they'll never be able to compete against world-class athletes. I'm really curious to find out if there's a prodigy ESB out there. The Redhook cannot compete. It's an orange/red colored brew with a caramel sweet aroma and light hops aroma. Thin mouthfeel, with some sweet low-level hops, some caramel flavor and slightly bitter. Probably a decent summer brew, but nothing special. I imagine some fans of the basic domestic beers will enjoy the Redhook ESB, but I can live without it.
Rating: 2.5/5
Recommend? NO.
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