Dead Guy Ale
Beer of the week: Partying like a dead guy
First of all, very appropriate name. I’ve sipped on Rogue’s Dead Guy Ale before, but fleetingly. It is rumored that drinking this infamous amber-colored northwesterner immediately makes you want to fight somebody. The ale features two distinct tastes that are really easy to separate. Upfront, one tastes a light, bready and carbonated flavor, which is then overwhelmed by a quite enjoyably bitter aftertaste that gives it the name (reminds one of grapefruit, as one Beer Advocate review mentioned). Other key terms are whole, creamy, bready, malty and full. It’s rather drinkable, but quite heavy after kicking back a few; made for taste, not binging. I was reading what others had to say about Rogue’s prized offspring, and many mentioned a hint of honey. I did not immediately pick up on this, but a day after my initial investigation, I tried a flat glass full (god forbid) and it was actually much more noticeable. I assume the heavy carbonation distracted from this interesting honey flavor. In the end, it’s not my type of beer, and I give it a C+ (dark and IPA kind of guy). My roommate was more impressed and said it deserved at least a B. But who knows, I popped open a fresh one today, and I already seem to be getting used to it.
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The first time I had one of these beers was during a long stay in China. I was tired, bored, and frustrated with all things China, so this Dead Guy Ale nearly saved my life with its wonderful taste and quirkiness. Anytime I drink it now, it always brings back that same feeling..downright Pavlovian response now.
I think your roommate sounds like a sexy, smart guy with good tastes in beer.