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Old Cap ESB (Draft)

Confluence Brewing CompanyDes Moines, IA
  • English Pale Ale / Bitter
  • ABV not stated
  • Label approved Sep 16

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Confluence Brewing Company's English Pale Ale / Bitter. Label approved 16 September 2026; not spotted yet. ABV isn't on the approved label.

How to serve it

Serve at
50–55°F (10–13°C)
Glass
Nonic pint: the bulge gives you a grip and room for a head

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About this beer

This is the 52nd of 85 labels we have from Confluence Brewing Company. It is one of 12 english pale ale / bitter labels approved in September 2026. Its label was approved 1 day after it was submitted. The label carries the Brewers Association independent seal.

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Style: Pale AleBrewery: Confluence Brewing Company