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Fuller’s ESB

Brewery: Fuller, Smith & Turner PLC
Where: England
Beer: Fuller's ESB
Style: Extra Special / Strong Bitter
IBU: N/A
ABV: 5.9%

Fuller's ESB is an excellent example of the Extra Special / Strong Bitter style of beer.  I still, as mentioned previously, don't really understand the nature of the "Bitter" reference in the style of this excellent beer.  Fuller's ESB has an excellent malt character with an ample hop background, but, in my humble opinion this beer's character comes from pale ale and crystal malts that provide a very crisp and nutty flavor with a quick and somewhat dry finish.  The light to medium body of this beer definitely suits my afternoon that has reached 97° on the thermometer outside... 

On a homebrewer's note, I love these bottles.  A short soak in warm water removes the labels quickly and completely!