Appalachian Craft Extra Special Bitter

Brewed by Appalachian Craft Brewery (NC)
Style: Premium Bitter/ESB
Fletcher, North Carolina USA

Date: 01/19/2008
Mode: Draft
Source: Brewfest, Asheville Winter

Appearance: opaque dark amber, big frothy beige head, specks of drippy lace,
Aroma: big chocolate aroma with lots of floral and earthy hops,
Flavor: rich dark caramel flavor provides the sweetness, touch of chocolate, lots of citrus and floral hops for balance, nice long bitter finish,
Overall: an american chocolate esb,

Aroma: 7/10; Appearance: 7/10; Flavor: 7/10; Palate: 6/10; Overall: 14/20
Rating: 3.5/5.0
Drinkability: 8/10
Score: **4