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Rating: 79

Sierra Nevada ESB

Brewery: Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. · Chico, CA
Variety: Ale · English Ale · Extra Special / Strong Bitter (ESB)
Alcohol: ABV 5.90% / ABW 4.72%
IBU: 46
Preferred vessel: Pint glass
Added by elmazz
Last updated by Keith

Our ESB combines the best of English tradition with West Coast style. A blend of malts featuring British-grown Maris Otter is balanced with the earthy spiciness of hand-selected English and US hops. The ale is left unfiltered, which enhances mouthfeel and hop aroma creating a slightly reddish-copper hue.

Smooth, Refreshing, Crisp, Clean, Hoppy

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  1. Review by elmazz
    Rating: 82

    elmazz

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Eugene, OR
    Feb. 7th, 2009 at 9:51 a.m.
    Comment:

    Good crisp hop malt combo with a clean finish.

    Characteristics: bitter clean crisp
  2. Review by dalasv
    Rating: 77

    dalasv

    drank this beer from a Bottle
    Feb. 13th, 2009 at 6:38 p.m.
    Comment:

    Solid brew. Assuming this is the 2009 ESB. Has a very balanced flavor that is noticeably present.

    Characteristics:
  3. Review by Matt Johnson
    Rating: 65

    Matt Johnson

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Renton, WA
    Feb. 14th, 2009 at 5:49 p.m.
    Comment:

    A rich honey-red color. Full of a slightly toasted malt flavor with a nice balance of hops behind it. Not really bitter at all, especially for an ESB but very smooth and enjoyable.

    Characteristics: slightly toasty malt smooth
  4. Review by M@
    Rating: 83

    M@

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Washington, DC
    Feb. 23rd, 2009 at 4:45 p.m.
    Comment:

    good session beer. crisp finish. nice hops.

    Characteristics: hops malty
  5. Review by WoodenMonkeyLamp
    Rating: 80

    WoodenMonkeyLamp

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Richmond, VA
    April 5th, 2009 at 12:40 p.m.
    Comment:

    Good session beer with a nice hop kick. This year’s brew is better than previous offerings.

    Characteristics: hoppy mild refreshing toasted
  6. Review by Chris White
    Rating: 87

    Chris White

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Littleton, CO
    April 5th, 2009 at 1:28 p.m.
    Comment:

    Really fantastic crisp spring beer with mild hops and a very clean finish. Reminded me of an Anchor Liberty Ale but a fair bit milder. This would actually be my ideal summer beer, more to it then a ‘light’ beer while still being really refreshing.

    Went great with fried chicken, I wouldn’t pair it with anything wore overbearing though. Would be perfect with a vegetable dish or a salad.

    Characteristics: clean crisp light hops refreshing
  7. Review by gotoplanb
    Rating: 81

    gotoplanb

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Gainesville, FL
    April 12th, 2009 at 6:33 p.m.
    Comment:

    Pours copper. Hoppy and a crisp finish. Not very complex, but a very nice beer.

    Characteristics: crisp hoppy smooth
  8. Review by sisedan
    Rating: 84

    sisedan

    drank this beer from a Bottle
    June 24th, 2009 at 6:03 a.m.
    Comment:

    This was a perfect seasonal beer, and stand by when drinking on a cold crisp spring night.

    Characteristics:

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