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Review – Rogue’s Dead Guy Ale

Apr 15

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This review is for Dead Guy Ale from Rogue, a germain maibock ale. 6.5% alcohol/vol.

Roque's Dead Guy Ale - 2010

Rogue's Dead Guy Ale 2010

From Rogue’s website:

In the style of a German Maibock, using our proprietary Pacman ale yeast. Deep honey in color with a malty aroma and a rich hearty flavor.

Appearance:

Golden orange color, with a 1″ white head nicely laced and fine bubbles. Did exhibit a slight haze.

Aroma:

Bready with sweet maltiness are most prominent.

Taste:

Bitter up front that fades quickly with only slight hop note. Sweet and malty dominate then back to some bitterness at the back of the tongue.

Mouthfeel:

Fine carbonation with smooth medium mouth feel.

Overall:

I enjoy this one very much. Nice sweet and malty ale with nice bitter balance to the sweetness. Smooth mouthfeel and well masked 6.5% make this easy to drink (sneaky), could have more than one in a sitting.

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Review – Red Seal Ale

Apr 4

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This review is for Red Seal Ale from North Coast Brewing, an american amber ale. 5.5% alcohol/vol.

North Coast Brewing's Red Seal Ale 2010

Red Seal Ale 2010

From North Coast Brewing’s website:

Malt and hops are beautifully married in this full-bodied, copper-red Pale Ale. Red Seal is generously hopped for a long, spicy finish. An excellent accompaniment to grilled meats and rich sauces.

Appearance:

Orange/amber color, with a 1/2″ light tan head nicely laced. Did exhibit a slight haze.

Aroma:

Malty with hint of caramel, and a medium hop floral presence.

Taste:

Malt presence not as strong as in the aroma. Floral note with nice bitterness at the end.

Mouthfeel:

Medium carbonation with smooth watery mouth feel and a slightly dry finish.

Overall:

I like this beer, but wish there was more malt flavor for an amber ale. Not overly hoppy or bitter, and is easy to drink, could have more than one in a sitting.

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Review – Bell’s Porter

Mar 29

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Why not launch my first beer review with a nice bold style…Porter. If you have never wandered from light lagers, you are missing out on a whole category of flavor. Afraid of “bitter” beer? No need. This porter is no more bitter than a cup of coffee – actually has some coffee/roasted qualities all its own. 5.6% alcohol/vol.

Bell's Porter 2010

Bell's Porter 2010

From Bell’s website:

A robust porter for all occasions. A blend of dark malts give this beer flavors of coffee and chocolate with subtle roasted notes. Gold medal winner in the Brown Porter category Brewers Association World Beer Cup 2008.

Appearance:

Rich Dark color, this poured with a tan head less than a half-inch and dissipated quite quickly.

Aroma:

Nice chocolate and coffee aromas.

Taste:

Coffee and Chocolate flavors hit you right at the beginning. Slight bitter ending – but no more than regular roast coffee would.

Mouthfeel:

Smooth, but a bit thin mouthfeel. Has a medium carbonation and a lasting dry finish.

Overall:

I think this is a good porter, a little sharp on the carbonation, and a little thinner than I want in a porter. Strong flavor is well balanced between coffee and chocolate flavors. I would buy it again, but may not be the first I would pick.

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