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Rating: 79

Dead Guy Ale

Brewery: Rogue Brewery · Newport, OR
Variety: Lager · German Lager · Maibock / Helles Bock
Alcohol: ABV 6.50% / ABW 5.20%
Preferred vessel: Pint glass
Color: Red/Brown (American Amber) (13 SRM)
Added by Keith

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.

Malty, Light, Balanced, Nuts, Grainy

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Reviews

  1. Review by Tom Watson
    Rating: 75

    Tom Watson

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Seattle, WA
    Oct. 9th, 2008 at 11:09 a.m.
    Comment:

    This signature beer from Rogue is good, but definitely not my favorite. That said, it’s a solid refreshing ale.

    Characteristics: light refreshing
  2. Review by Brian
    Rating: 76

    Brian

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Denver, CO
    Oct. 31st, 2008 at 10:48 p.m.
    Comment:

    I liked this beer quite a bit more than I thought I would. (No idea actually why I thought I wouldn’t like it). Anyway, it was pretty delicious! Pours caramel amber with a medium body. Aroma is malty, grainy, nutty and pleasant. Flavor is much of the same, with a mild hoppiness. The whole beer is much richer than I anticipated. I eagerly refilled my glass.

    Characteristics: grainy malty nutty
  3. Review by Tiffani Jones
    Rating: 89

    Tiffani Jones

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Seattle, WA
    Nov. 4th, 2008 at 6:54 p.m.
    Comment:

    A great beer that I always drink out of the bottle. It’s got a malty, rich, flavor. Fizzes quite a bit on the tongue. Thicker than some ales, but still refreshing.

    Characteristics: malty
  4. Review by mikegee
    Rating: 67

    mikegee

    drank this beer from a Bottle
    Jan. 13th, 2009 at 4:39 p.m.
    Comment:

    I like this beer, but I think its a bit overhyped. Very drinkable, but I prefer a more flavorful beer.

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  5. Review by finalcut
    Rating: 68

    finalcut

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Huntington, WV
    Jan. 14th, 2009 at 7:03 a.m.
    Comment:

    I bought this becuase I liked the bottle. The beer was OK but not so good that I have re-purchased it. In fact the bottle design left a greater impression on me than the beer.

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  6. Review by Todd Hiestand
    Rating: 80

    Todd Hiestand

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Philadelphia, PA
    Jan. 14th, 2009 at 6:28 p.m.
    Comment:

    Love the name. Love the bottle. Like the beer. Doesn’t quite live up to the hype but all in all a very good ale that I will definitely buy again. Very refreshing.

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  7. Review by nilok
    Rating: 72

    nilok

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Seattle, WA
    Jan. 15th, 2009 at 6:41 p.m.
    Comment:

    This is a good beer, it doesn’t really stand out other than coming close to making everyone somewhat happy. It’s not going to knock your socks off, but it’s a great beer to show up with at a part because it’s not terribly well-known, but still very tasty.

    Characteristics: nutty
  8. Review by Dave S.
    Rating: 78

    Dave S.

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Los Angeles, CA
    Jan. 17th, 2009 at 12:50 a.m.
    Comment:

    I’m not quite sure whether it’s an ale or a bock, but either way it’s quite an interesting beer that deserves some love. Toasty and caramel flavors dominate, with just enough hops to balance the sweetness.

    Characteristics: caramel toasty
  9. Review by Corey Marion
    Rating: 85

    Corey Marion

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Greensboro, NC
    Jan. 17th, 2009 at 11:19 a.m.
    Comment:

    One of my current favorites. Flavorful but not too heavy. A good fall/winter beer. Love the label.

    Characteristics: dark dark chocolate
  10. Review by Tim Wright
    Rating: 83

    Tim Wright

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Jacksonville, FL
    Jan. 17th, 2009 at 4:22 p.m.
    Comment:

    I love this beer. So much flavor, but still easy to drink.

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  11. Review by Aaron
    Rating: 71

    Aaron

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Newport, OR
    Jan. 21st, 2009 at 2:42 p.m.
    Comment:

    I love this beer. I might be confusing the beer with the location, though. My maiden tasting was in Newport. Love that place.

    Characteristics: malty
  12. Review by pheriannath
    Rating: 80

    pheriannath

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Arlington, VA
    Jan. 25th, 2009 at 9:31 a.m.
    Comment:

    One of my favorites. Recommend getting this off a tap if you can, as the bottled version tends to vary in taste.

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  13. Review by Rob Hudson
    Rating: 71

    Rob Hudson

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Eugene, OR
    Jan. 30th, 2009 at 2:17 p.m.
    Comment:

    This beer doesn’t stand out for me when among the line-up of other great Rogue beers. Probably the most well known, though. A good beer, no doubt, but Rogue produces so many great beers. This one is golden to copper, sweet and malty, with just enough hops to balance.

    Characteristics: balanced maibock malty
  14. Review by elmazz
    Rating: 73

    elmazz

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Eugene, OR
    Feb. 7th, 2009 at 9:56 a.m.
    Comment:

    For the most famous Rouge brew, not all it’s hype up to be. Still a nice balances beer, but just average.

    Characteristics: balanced golden nut
  15. Review by woodtemple
    Rating: 86

    woodtemple

    drank this beer from a Other in Bonney Lake, WA
    Feb. 11th, 2009 at 2:59 a.m.
    Comment:

    Last time we had this beer, it was in a keg form, great stuff. Nothing unique though compared to any other Rogue beer, but it did put one guy face down in the sink for the night.

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  16. Review by Phil Dokas
    Rating: 75

    Phil Dokas

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Ann Arbor, MI
    Feb. 16th, 2009 at 9:14 a.m.
    Comment:

    One of the first beers I fell in love with. An always reliably delicious bock though not as interesting as other beers like Korbinian Doppelbock (which comes highly recommended if you like Dead Guy). This beer works well as a session beer, especially in colder climates. The taste is nutty and sweet with caramel overtones though the real dominant flavor is pure and simple malts. Rogue does indeed make many more flavorful and interesting beers but in no way does that truly discredit Dead Guy which does what it does well, though not it’s certainly not the best in its variety.

    Characteristics: caramel malty nutty sweet
  17. Review by towski
    Rating: 97

    towski

    drank this beer from a Pint glass
    March 11th, 2009 at 4:05 p.m.
    Comment:

    fav beer. slightly sweet, but not too sweet. simple. goes down easy.

    Characteristics: smooth
  18. Review by tpaull
    Rating: 88

    tpaull

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Issaquah, WA
    March 12th, 2009 at 8:10 p.m.
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  19. Review by Beer Bottle Guy RI
    Rating: 90

    Beer Bottle Guy RI

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Cranston, RI
    March 12th, 2009 at 8:32 p.m.
    Comment:

    This beer is a winner. LIke anything by Rogue it has that little something extra. Great beer!

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  20. Review by scredsfan
    Rating: 86

    scredsfan

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Aiken, SC
    March 13th, 2009 at 4:35 p.m.
    Comment:

    Had one years ago, finally bought another sixer at the local Good Beer Store today. Nice malt-hop balance. Crisp, with a sweet finish. I could drink a lot of this!

    Characteristics: amber malty slightly_hoppy sweet
  21. Review by Matt Johnson
    Rating: 84

    Matt Johnson

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Seattle, WA
    March 17th, 2009 at 4:49 p.m.
    Comment:

    Bitter hop attack with some sweet malt overtones. Quick finish. A very balanced ale.

    Characteristics: balanced bitter
  22. Review by unrealnighthawk
    Rating: 76

    unrealnighthawk

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Peoria, IL
    March 27th, 2009 at 4:42 p.m.
    Comment:

    Not the best beer I’ve had, but pretty good overall.

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  23. Review by Joel Mahaffey
    Rating: 85

    Joel Mahaffey

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Orono, ME
    March 28th, 2009 at 4:58 p.m.
    Comment:

    Very crisp malt flavor with a big grain profile. Nice hop balance as it didn’t seem too sweet.

    Characteristics: grainy malty
  24. Review by gotoplanb
    Rating: 87

    gotoplanb

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Gainesville, FL
    March 30th, 2009 at 8:33 a.m.
    Comment:

    A lot of body, but it drinks very smooth. Tremendously flavorful. Well-balanced, so just enough bite but mellow aftertaste. I like bocks in general. This was a standout.

    Characteristics: balanced maibock rich
  25. Review by Lobsterman
    Rating: 68

    Lobsterman

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Portland, ME
    April 1st, 2009 at 12:10 p.m.
    Comment:

    Starts with a bitter bite and finishes without much taste. Slight head retreats quickly.

    I’ll try it again, maybe the bad bottle syndrome during the trip east??

    Characteristics: bitter forgetable
  26. Review by mballmur
    Rating: 85

    mballmur

    drank this beer from a Pint glass
    April 7th, 2009 at 7:16 p.m.
    Comment:

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  27. Review by hollybeavers
    Rating: 97

    hollybeavers

    drank this beer from a Snifter
    April 9th, 2009 at 9:23 a.m.
    Comment:

    Honestly this is one of my favorite beers of all time. I do not just give out 97’s. I was lucky enough to have it at the actual brewery in Belguim. Worth the trip! If you live in Denver, it is served from the Tap at Falling Rock. GO NOW!

    Characteristics: cloudy Fruity but NOT sweet light
  28. Review by smashd
    Rating: 90

    smashd

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Milwaukee, WI
    April 9th, 2009 at 7:11 p.m.
    Comment:

    I love Dead Guy, it has just enough complexity to stay interesting but it’s drinkable enough to get through a few without a struggle.

    I’m usually forced to drink it from bottles but I order it without question when it’s on tap.

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  29. Review by pat_ramsey
    Rating: 77

    pat_ramsey

    drank this beer from a Pint glass
    April 17th, 2009 at 6:06 p.m.
    Comment:

    Pleasant and full of flavor. Malty with a bit of hoppiness.

    Characteristics: amber hop malty
  30. Review by Wren
    Rating: 65

    Wren

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Santa Monica, CA
    June 29th, 2009 at 10:24 p.m.
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  31. Review by thulcandrian
    Rating: 84

    thulcandrian

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Fairfax, VA
    July 16th, 2009 at 12:19 p.m.
    Comment:

    A great Halloween beer, well, cuz of the Day of the Dead and all that stuff.

    Seriously, Rogue makes great beer and this is the flagship. I actually made a homebrew clone of this that remains, perhaps, the best homebrew I’ve ever made.

    Price hike recently makes it less likely for me to buy now (last seen for $14 for a six pack), but this is a really good beer. Hoppy, sweet, and malty. The nose is a combination of honey and hops.

    Characteristics: honey hoppy
  32. Review by flexdaddy
    Rating: 65

    flexdaddy

    drank this beer from a Snifter
    Aug. 30th, 2009 at 10:22 a.m.
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  33. Review by Wally
    Rating: 76

    Wally

    drank this beer from a Bottle in Portland, OR
    Sept. 7th, 2009 at 11:54 a.m.
    Comment:

    My default Rogue beer. I almost always enjoy it.

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  34. Review by Robert Occhialini
    Rating: 85

    Robert Occhialini

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in San Francisco, CA
    Nov. 22nd, 2009 at 1:52 p.m.
    Comment:

    At this point in my life, this ale is an old friend. I have been drinking it for roughly 10 years. It’s delicious.

    Characteristics: light malty nutty
  35. Review by luger6
    Rating: 70

    luger6

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Seattle, WA
    Jan. 24th, 2010 at 2:28 p.m.
    Comment:

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  36. Review by Lewis
    Rating: 81

    Lewis

    drank this beer from a Pint glass in Long Beach, CA
    April 6th, 2010 at 3:22 a.m.
    Comment:

    This has a nice bite to it.

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