Lady Justice Brewing 'Chosen Family' Extra Special Bitter Beer, Colorado

From a craft brewery committed to welcoming community and bold flavor, Chosen Family ESB is a refined take on the classic English Extra Special Bitter style — brewed in Colorado, with caramel-malt warmth, biscuit-bread character, and just enough hop support to balance. Perfect for fans of malt-forward ales who appreciate subtle complexity in a six-pack format.

Product Details:

• Category: Extra Special Bitter (ESB)
• ABV: 5.6%
• Flavor Profile: Rich biscuit and bread-crust malt, honeyed caramel sweetness, light toffee undertones with a clean, herbal, and lemony hop finish

Brewery’s Story:

Founded on values of equity, community, and craft, Lady Justice Brewing brings together great beer and a better world. Located in Englewood, Colorado, the brewery is woman-owned and queer-owned, and proclaims a mission: to brew outstanding beer while investing in social impact. With beers like Chosen Family ESB, they marry traditional styles with modern purpose, delivering authenticity both in flavor and in values.

Awards & Accolades:

• Bronze Medal – 2021 U.S. Beer Open (ESB category)
• 94 Points – Wine Enthusiast: “Full-bodied and light toffee-forward… malt nuttiness mid-palate dances with herbal, and lemony hops… finishes super clean.”

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this ESB at around 48–50 °F, in a pint glass to allow the malt character and hop finish to shine. It pairs exceptionally well with classic pub fare, think fish and chips, bangers & mash, sharp cheddar, or roasted chicken. It also stands beautifully on its own: sip it while catching up with friends or unwinding after a long day, whenever you want something malt-rich yet effortlessly drinkable.