FestiveAle
Rogue Ales

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From:
Rogue Ales
 
Oregon, United States
Style:
Saison
ABV:
6.2%
Score:
76
Avg:
3.32 | pDev: 17.47%
Reviews:
186
Ratings:
201
Status:
Retired
Rated:
Aug 06, 2014
Added:
Sep 26, 2005
Wants:
  3
Gots:
  1
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Ratings by drumstik:
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Reviewed by drumstik from Maryland

2.91/5  rDev -12.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3
Pours an opaque straw yellow color.

Smells very sour/tart with some spicyness cutting through.

Has a immediate sourness followed by a hint of sweet belgian yeast. Earthy/grassy and hop bitterness and finishes tart with a strong bite of carbonation. Alcohol is present in the finish as well.

I'm not really getting a 'festive' vibe with this one. It's not bad but I wouldn't put it in my regular winter rotation.
Nov 18, 2005
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.5 by zestar from California

Aug 06, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by harpus from Alabama

Mar 20, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by RBorsato from Virginia

Oct 16, 2013
 
Rated: 3 by WOLFGANG from South Carolina

Jun 29, 2013
 
Rated: 3.25 by Slatetank from Pennsylvania

May 25, 2013
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Reviewed by mactrail from Washington

3.65/5  rDev +9.9%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75
Rogue says this is a "Belgian style Saison" with Grains of Paradise, myrtle leaves, bitter orange peel, ginger root, and Czech Saaz hops.

One of their better beers, I thought. Rather hoppy but fruity wierd flavors and plenty of malty sweetness to balance. Spice is not over-powering, but blends well with the odd sharp notes. Maybe the orange peel is adding more bitterness than fruit. Rogue claims this is only 18 IBU. So what is the Bitterness Units of orange peel? They claimed this was 8.5% so I don't know why the two percent discrepancy.

Interesting big Saison. [transcribed from notes, tasted in Reno on Valentine's Day of 2006.]
Feb 24, 2013
 
Rated: 4.5 by EvanWilliams from Illinois

Dec 23, 2012
 
Rated: 3.25 by beerpadawan from California

Aug 26, 2012
 
 
Rated: 3 by Tyrawlings from Ohio

Feb 11, 2012
 
Rated: 3 by buckyp from South Carolina

Dec 31, 2011
 
Rated: 3.5 by JohneHoodlum from Pennsylvania

Dec 05, 2011
 
Rated: 3 by rab53 from Washington

Dec 05, 2011
 
Rated: 3 by Beertracker from Oklahoma

Dec 01, 2011
 
Rated: 3 by Rochefort10nh from New Hampshire

Nov 26, 2011
 
Rated: 3 by JAHMUR from Connecticut

Nov 23, 2011
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Reviewed by mikesgroove from South Carolina

3.97/5  rDev +19.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
golden yellow color came through immediately. Lots of sediment in here now as well. Huge carbonation profile could be seen with lots of chains of bubbles cascading up to the top of the glass to reinforce the huge champagne like head that came over the top of it. Lots of side glass lacing and a copious foam that would not quit. Very nice aroma here, lots of light grain, hints of grass, light lemon and a touch of grape. Nice airy smell gave way to a very nice flavor. Very light, and perfect for this summer day. First way was a slightly tart fresh grass like flavor. Some hints of peaches, pears, and a touch of tartness as well. Very nice light cereal grain flavor in the middle which became a touch bready as it warmed.
Aug 08, 2011
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Reviewed by renegadeburger from New Jersey

2.88/5  rDev -13.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3
last bottle of my first beer trade, and also the last review of my initial saison kick and obsession that happened

i don't know when this thing was bottled i tried to look for a date could not find it, anyways poured it into my glass the head was not as big and pillowy as the other saisons i had still it had some staying power

aroma was weird i did not get much at all i got a little spice in the background but that's about it

taste was a let down for me it did not taste like that good american saison flavor i had with the hennepin it was a weird combination of flavors that did not go well very spicey but not in a pleasant way

mouthfeel was OK but not refreshing like the others

overall an average beer, this was the first rogue beer that i did not fall in love with, very strange considering i have absolutely loved everything they have done so far

all in all i think this is the only rogue beer i didnt' like they are still my original favorite craft brewery they make awesome beer but this one is not the right one for me, i just didnt like it
Jul 02, 2011
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Reviewed by ChainGangGuy from Georgia

4/5  rDev +20.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Appearance: Pours out a hazy, golden body with a frothy, white head that drops down to a thin covering fairly quickly.

Smell: Sweet-scented bouquet of lightly spiced, oven-baked cookies and grains with a ladle full of honey and almond syrup on the side.

Taste: Sweet taste of honey-coated cookies and crisp wheat crackers with a hint of background citrus. Slight almond accents. The once glaring spice component has toned down in the two or so years, leaving just a nice level of zesty spice. No apparent hop character or remaining bitterness. Sweet, succulent finish.

Mouthfeel: Medium-plus body. Medium carbonation. Smooth mouthfeel.

Drinkability: Boy, oh boy, did I ever dislike this beer when initially released. Frankly, I though it a complete mess; a weak attempt at a saison with an unpleasant spice component. Now, though, it's aged into a smooth, mellow, sweetish brew.
Feb 23, 2010
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