hopIQ found 10 beers with the same malty and clean character as JW Lees Founder's. A premium bitter named after founder John Lees, stronger and fuller than the brewery's standard ale. Pale ale and crystal malts give a deep auburn, chestnut colour and a malty nose. Roasted chestnut and caramel flavours carry the palate, with a nutty touch, before a crisp, clean finish keeps it from turning heavy. The brewery places it in the tradition of the extra special bitter once reserved for a company's directors, here brewed for general sale on cask. Ranked by flavour match rather than popularity.
Closest match: Wadworth 6X — 77%. No twin in the catalogue yet.
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