Wednesday, May 25, 2011

Red Hook ESB Review #6

Red Hook ESB Review #6
1981 Seattle, Washington
Paul Shipman/Gordon Bowler
ABV: 5.8%
Brewed Since 1987

Appearance:
Light Cooper/Amber Color
Thin Head Retention Dissolves Quickly
Clear Mirror Like Clarity
No Belgian Lace Present

Aroma:
Lemon Note
Caramel Malty
Medium Hoppy Note
Light Piney Flavor
Bitter Hops

Mouthfeel:
High Carbonation When Opened But Thins Out 
Light Bodied Beer
Watery Tasting
Balanced Beer 
Bitter Punch/Sweetens Out
Refreshing Beer

4 out of 6
Want A Sixer
I'm not a big fan of ESB but Red Hook was a solid beer that cam be enjoyed. It's a beer that you can have in summer, with outdoor activities. This seems like a beer that would be well paired with grilled meats and bold cheeses.

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