Moccasin Bend ESB

Brewed by Moccasin Bend Brewing Co.
Style: Premium Bitter/ESB
Chattanooga, Tennessee USA

Date: 05/31/2008
Mode: Firkin
Source: Hair of the Dog, Chattanooga

Appearance: cloudy orange, fine white head, bits of drippy lace,
Aroma: sweet caramel malt aroma with light earthyness,
Flavor: sweet malt flavor, lots of earthyness, touch of fruity character, light fleeting tartness in the finish,

Aroma: 5/10; Appearance: 6/10; Flavor: 5/10; Palate: 6/10; Overall: 11/20
Rating: 2.7/5.0
Drinkability: 6/10
Score: *4

On cask at Hair of the Dog in Chattanooga, TN. The body was bright orange and yellowish. The aroma was sweet and meaty with some pears. There was also a little bit of nutty character. The taste was orange peels with some black pepper spice. There was also some bell pepper. A decent brew.