Extra Special Bitter
British Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
8 SRM17 SRM
- OG
- 1.046 – 1.060
- FG
- 1.010 – 1.016
- ABV
- 4.8 – 5.8 %
- IBU
- 30 – 45
- Color
British Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
Entries in this subcategory exhibit hop aroma and flavor attributes typical of traditional English hop varieties. When using these guidelines as the basis for evaluating entries at competitions, competition organizers may choose to create subcategories which reflect English and American hop character.
Amber to deep copper
Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures
Medium to medium-high
Medium to medium-high
Medium to medium-high
Low carbonation traditionally characterizes draft-cask versions, but in bottled versions, a slight increase in carbon dioxide content is acceptable. The overall impression is refreshing and thirst quenching. Fruity esters are acceptable. Diacetyl is usually absent in these beers but may be present at low levels.
Medium
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Style guideline data is the work of its respective publishers, reproduced here for reference: BJCP · Brewers Association · Norbrygg · SHBF · Danske Øldommere.