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Fuller's ESB

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🌍 United Kingdom · Extra Special Bitter · One of 3 Extra Special Bitters in hopIQ

Fuller's ESB ist ein klassisches englisches Ale mit reichhaltigem, malzigem Charakter, ausgewogen durch aggressive Hopfenbitterkeit. Dieses preisgekrönte Bitter zeigt das traditionelle Brauerbe von Fuller's mit einem komplexen, vollmundigen Profil.

ABV
4.1%
IBU
35
SRM
amber12

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

malty
87%
caramel
75%
wheat
50%
hop bitterness
38%
citrus
25%
fruity
13%
floral
0%
earthy
-25%

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About Extra Special Bitter

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What is a Extra Special Bitter?

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Fuller's ESB

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.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fuller's ESB

Appearance

Fuller's ESB presents a beautiful amber to copper hue, characteristic of the Extra Special Bitter style. The beer displays excellent clarity with a thick, creamy tan head that demonstrates impressive retention. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined visual presentation.

ambercoppercreamy headclear

Aroma

The nose is dominated by rich caramel malt and toasty bread notes, with subtle citrus and floral hop character emerging underneath. English hop varieties contribute gentle earthy undertones and a hint of fruit complexity. The overall aroma is warm, inviting, and classically British without being overly aggressive.

caramel malttoasty breadfloral hopsearthy

Taste

The palate opens with pronounced malty sweetness and caramel character, providing excellent body and fullness on entry. Mid-palate reveals balanced citrus and fruity notes that complement the bread-like malt foundation, while a firm, assertive bitterness builds steadily. The finish delivers a dry, hoppy conclusion that prevents the sweetness from becoming cloying.

maltycaramelcitrusbalanced bitterness

Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with persistent hop bitterness and subtle earthy notes extending the experience. A pleasant, warming aftertaste with residual malt sweetness invites another sip.

drylingeringhoppy
88
hopIQ score
aroma
85
taste
89
appearance
87
finish
86
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