Sierra Nevada ESB (Early Spring Beer)
Appearance - Copper-orange and mildly cloudly with a soft, enticing head. Smell - Fresh aroma; you can smell the hoppiness. Taste - Citrusy notes with a hoppy bite. This is a strong beer and you can taste it. Mouthfeel - It's actually easier than the aroma lets on. Crisp, but not too harsh. Probably overwhelming for drinkers of lighter beers. Drink - There is a very crisp taste to this beer when enjoyed cold, probably too harsh for many. Overall - This is a sharp offering from Sierra Nevada. At 5.9% ABV, it's also a good value. Although it's not as drinkable as similar well-hopped brews such as S.A. Boston Lager.