Chocolate Stout
Rogue Ales

Chocolate StoutChocolate Stout
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From:
Rogue Ales
 
Oregon, United States
Style:
American Stout
Ranked #17
ABV:
5.8%
Score:
92
Avg:
4.15 | pDev: 12.29%
Reviews:
1,946
Ratings:
4,320
Status:
Active
Rated:
Mar 10, 2024
Added:
Jul 30, 2001
Wants:
  481
Gots:
  634
12 Ingredients:
Great Western 2-Row, Crystal 135- 165, Chocolate & Rogue Micro Barley Farm DareTM & RiskTM Malts; Rogue Micro Hopyard Revolution & Rebel Hops, Rolled Oats, Roasted Barley, Natural Chocolate Flavoring, Free Range Coastal Waters & Pacman Yeast.

15º PLATO
69 IBU
77 AA
135º Lovibond
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Ratings by biegaman:
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Reviewed by biegaman from Canada (ON)

4.59/5  rDev +10.6%
look: 4 | smell: 5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Rogue Chocolate Stout looks like liquid chocolate - and a good quality dark chocolate at that.
A staunch and secure graphite black body with slender cocoa dusted outline that gallantly unravels itself along the trim. Although inflexibly opaque, the beer is underlined by a very faint beacon of scarlet. A steadfast stream of carbonation continues to amplify what was originally a modest sized almond coloured topping.

This is the kind of smell I wish would stick to my clothes all day. Alluringly bittersweet, it coddles the nose with notes of decadently rich dark chocolate and tropically citric hops. I could also imagine shots of fresh pulled espresso and various nuts (brasil nut, almond, hazelnut) but the coffee would be steeped in hops and the nuts covered in chocolate. Anything this chocolaty *and* this hoppy deserves nothing less than a perfect score.

Heavy roasted cereal grains and sweltered oats meld perfectly with the leafy, highly citric tang of hops. Right on cue a wave of dark chocolate truffles sweep over the palate and settle onto the palate for a long lingering stay. Just when you think the flowery, spicy and citrus character of the hops will overwhelm, right on cue, that graceful finish of dark bittersweet chocolate ushers itself in. In a word: delicious.

Rogue uses both chocolate malt and some kind of 'natural' chocolate flavouring. What ever combination of the two and whatever kind of 'flavouring' (syrup? powder?) it works fantastic. The taste of unrefined cocoa, dark chocolate bars, and gooey baked brownies all show face at one point of another. The essence of chocolate - dry, bitter, rich - is always present.

Of course a number of other flavours are too. I'm tasting primarily chocolate and zesty Cascade hops probably because I'm choosing to, but flavours similar to a mocha latte, sponge cake, custard, creme brulee, whipped cream topped black forest cake, toffee wafers and chocolate chip cookies are all subject to interpretation. The fact of the matter is: if it makes a good dessert, you'll probably taste it at some point.

Rogue's Chocolate Stout is probably best consumed fresh, although I prefer it with a little tiny bit of age (1 year or so). I've found the beer - in typical West Coast USA fashion - to simply be a little too hoppy for its own good when fresh. The tanginess, citrus, and florals of a generous addition of Cascades go well with the decadent chocolate profile but overwhelm it a little at a young age. This is just my personal preference mind you...

An opinion which most would share, however, is that Rogue Chocolate Stout is a titillating beer. It marries roast, chocolate and hops in a delicious, decadent and balanced manner. This should be a staple in the beer fridge of anyone who enjoys stouts, chocolate, or dessert. This Oregon brewery makes some wonderful beers and this particular one still has to be top on my list of favourites. Recommended.
Feb 09, 2009
More User Ratings:
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Reviewed by Crazy4hazy from Oregon

4.62/5  rDev +11.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4.75 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.75
Here is a real delight of a desert stout. The chocolate amount added is way more than most Stout who claim to be a Chocolate Stout which is a delight to drink only being even more wonderful by being on Nitro. This beer blew me away with its simi sweet chocolate, vanilla and caramel taste which is something I never thought you could get from a beer from Rogue. They did a great job and here is a brew for those beer drinker who thinks beers are too bitter. They will love it.
Mar 10, 2024
 
Rated: 4.18 by Shiredave from New York

Nov 14, 2023
 
Rated: 4.3 by saymike32 from New Jersey

Oct 21, 2023
 
Rated: 4.23 by BillAfromSoCal from California

Sep 07, 2023
 
Rated: 4.1 by PyroKnit

Jun 26, 2023
 
Rated: 4.41 by NodakEric from Minnesota

May 10, 2023
 
Rated: 4.25 by PaleAleWalt from New York

Oct 08, 2022
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Reviewed by Pivopijak from Washington

3.62/5  rDev -12.8%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
draught (nitro)
IBU: 69
Velvety, tan head. Thick and bold, black looking elixir. Soft, dark and caramelized, roasted grains, for the aroma. Slightly watered down, dark roasted grain and dark chocolate flavor that is OK.
Aug 06, 2022
 
Rated: 4.5 by Sinister from New York

Jul 10, 2022
 
Rated: 4.25 by dan_amdg from Illinois

Apr 03, 2022
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Reviewed by TheMatts

4.69/5  rDev +13%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.75 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.75
This beer is really good. Beautiful opaque look with a smaller dark khaki head. First sip and you already taste the chocolate. This isn’t your normal dark chocolate stout, this is a milk chocolate flavor and it is good. Probably higher on the calories so probably only have one, but if you get the chance to try it, do it.
Jan 18, 2022
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Reviewed by wadamslll

3.88/5  rDev -6.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75
Not really into chocolate but friend dropped off some stouts and this was one of them. Would not buy it but for what it is, it’s well crafted. Dessert beer. Makes me miss lagers.
Jan 13, 2022
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Reviewed by VABA from Virginia

4.25/5  rDev +2.4%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
Pours a very dark color with nice head and lacing
Aroma has very generous dark chocolate hints
The taste follows the nose with a well balanced very enriched chocolate flavor
A medium bodied decently carbonated beer
A good Stout
Oct 21, 2021
 
Rated: 3.75 by Mikeking99 from Florida

Aug 16, 2021
 
Rated: 4 by NickMunford from Wyoming

Jul 18, 2021
 
Rated: 4.12 by BucBasil from Rwanda

Jul 07, 2021
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Reviewed by Alieniloquium from Florida

3.53/5  rDev -14.9%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.25
On tap at Das Beer Garden. Black body with a nice creamy khaki head. Smells of cocoa and roasted malt. Tastes of cocoa and roar malt as well. Milk chocolate without the milk. Roasted malt and light bitterness in its stead. Medium body and very drinkable. Low carbonation. Hitting some of the old classics and this does not disappoint.
May 14, 2021
 
Rated: 3.92 by Abe_Froman from Massachusetts

May 03, 2021
 
Rated: 3.25 by blackcloud from Alaska

Apr 24, 2021
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