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Extra Easy

Tennessee Brew Works
United States·Extra Special Bitter
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An English-inspired ESB with earthy and floral hop character from Fuggles and East Kent Goldings, balanced by light caramel malt and a clean, dry finish. A rare example of the ESB style done right in the American South — sessionable, flavourful and honest.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycleanearthy
hoppy
clean
earthy
floral
caramel
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with earthy and floral hop character from Fuggles and East Kent Goldings, supported by subtle caramel malt undertones.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Extra Easy

◎ Appearance

Extra Easy presents a deep amber hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that leaves distinct lacing on the glass. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined visual profile typical of traditional English bitters.

deep amberclearpersistent head lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with earthy and floral hop character from Fuggles and East Kent Goldings, supported by subtle caramel malt undertones. The overall impression is restrained and balanced, with no harsh alcohol presence—classic English hop aromatics take the lead.

earthy hopsfloral Goldingscaramel maltclean, noble hops

◐ Taste

The palate enters smooth and clean, with a gentle caramel sweetness that grounds the beer without dominating. Mid-palate brings forward the earthy and floral hop bitterness, finishing dry with a crisp snap that cuts through the malt backbone without aggression.

light caramelearthydry finishbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is notably dry and crisp, with a clean bitter edge that lingers softly on the palate. Sessionability shines here—no cloying aftertaste or alcohol warmth, just honest hop and malt character.

drycrispclean finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
81
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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