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Hackney Best Bitter

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🌍 United Kingdom · Extra Special Bitter · One of 9 Extra Special Bitters in hopIQ

Hackney's traditional cask bitter — a classic English Best Bitter from East London's railway arch brewery. Malty and smooth with balanced hop character. Available on cask at Hackney's traditional pubs alongside the modern craft range.

ABV
4.2%
IBU
28
SRM
amber10

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

medium-bodied
75%
malty
75%
clean finish
50%
caramel
50%
grain
50%
smooth
50%
bread
25%
nutty
25%
balanced
25%
bitter
25%
earthy
0%
floral
0%

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About Extra Special Bitter

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What is a Extra Special Bitter?

Extra Special Bitter is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Hackney Best Bitter

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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