Ale
British-Style Bitter
The classic English pub ale — copper-colored, moderately hopped, and malt-forward with earthy, floral hop character. Bitters range from 3.5–5.5% ABV and were designed to be sessionable and food-friendly.
3.5–5.5%
ABV
20–40
IBU
Copper to amber
Color
England
Origin
Food Pairings
With Meals
Wide range of food: roast chicken or pork, fish & chips; mild cheese.
With Cheese
Mild English cheese such as Lancashire or Leicester.
With Dessert
Oatmeal-raisin-walnut cookies or satisfyingly basic dish.