Sunday, June 12, 2011

ESB

3.15 lbs Gold malt syrup (60 min)
3.15 lbs Gold malt syrup late addition (15 min)
1 lbs Simpsons Medium Crystal
2 oz Willamette (60 min)
1 oz Kent Goldings (15 min)
1 oz Kent Goldings (1 min)
WYEAST 1968 LONDON ESB YEAST.

ESBs are essentially more aggressive and more balanced Bitters, both in alcohol and hop character, but nothing overpowering. Color range will be similar, though leaning towards the darker end of the scale; dark golds to copper. Low carbonation. Malts tend to be more pronounced, often toasty and fruity, with maybe some notes diacetyl. And despite "bitter" being in its name, ESBs are not really all that bitter. They key to an ESB is balance.

Think of this as a British Bitter squared - more malt and more hops equals higher gravity, bigger body, more bitterness, and more intense flavors and aromas. A more complex beer than an “ordinary” low-gravity bitter, an ESB is a showcase for high-quality hops and brewing skill, meant to be enjoyed with consideration rather than merely quaffed.

In other words, this is gonna be good lol..

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