Redhook ESB

I don't think I've ever had any Redhook beers before, though I have heard of the brewery.  I grabbed their ESB for my latest mix-a-six (it was between that and their Long Hammer IPA, but I already had a couple IPAs).  Besides, it's been quite a while since I last had an ESB:

Vittles:
Extra Special/Strong Bitter (English Pale Ale)
5.8% abv
28 IBU

Score:
Appearance: 7/10
Aroma: 19/25
Taste: 32/40
Mouthfeel: 8/10
Style: 5/5
Drinkability: 8/10
Overall: 79/100

Impression:
With a thin, off-white head and poor retention, it's not going to win any beer beauty contests.  However, the aroma is fairly solid for an ESB.  It's grainy, biscuity, earthy, fruity, and a little floral -- decent complexity for the style.  I also picked up on some sort of metallic note that detracted from the aroma.  The aroma and flavor profiles are very similar, right down to that metallic flavor, unfortunately.  Thankfully, the off-flavor dissipated over time, so as the beer warmed, I was able to enjoy more of the malty-sweetness, like caramel, which had been hidden by the off-flavor.  Some spiciness also came out to play over time.  All in all, it's alright, but I won't be rushing out to grab another bottle.

Cheers!