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Episode 634 - ESBs
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- Apr 1, 2026
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- 4522
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Summary
A proper British Bitter actually exists on a spectrum of Ordinary, Best, and Strong - or as we mostly know them in the U.S., Extra Special. We try to make sense of this moving target of a style by trying five pretty varied examples - and yes, some are very special. Also, we appeal to the Girl Scout Cookie subreddit by testing out a Thin Mint theory; we're only a little worried about boat rot; and we wait a full 20 minutes before bringing up Sierra Nevada Pale Ale. Beers Reviewed Greene King - Morland Old Speckled Hen Goose Island Beer Co. - Honkers Ale Noon Whistle Brewing - NWB ESB Off Color Brewing - Beer For Bowling 3 Floyds Brewing - Lord Rear Admiral