Monday, June 20, 2011

Harpoon Single Hop ESB: Review

ESB – Extra Strong Bitters

100 Barrel Series
Session 31
5.8% abv
38 ibu
$6.99 a bottle
Harpoon Brewery
Boston, Massachusetts, USA

Appearance: deep amber with some shiny copper highlights when held to the light.  The tan head was plentiful and the lacing on the glass is heavy.

Aroma: sweet malts and grains, with a moderate hoppy note. 

Flavors: a mix of golden and fancy raisins, a soft pine, sweet grains, a hint of nuttiness maybe fresh pecan.  It seems fairly simple overall. 

Mouthfeel: surprisingly smooth, a touch of a water edge, not much on any lingering notes. 

To the Point: Not bad.  I would give it a B-. 

My Strength Rating: 4 – that smooth and light water edge holds it to a four rating. The overall flavor profile seems simple.

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