Rogue Brewmaster John Maier has brewed 21 different beers for the 21 years of the Oregon Brewers Fest. To honor the OBF and John’s “21er”, John brewed a one-time batch of an Olde Ale, called 21 Ale.
I received a press release today about Rogue’s 3rd edition of their “John John” Ale series – “John John Hazelnut Brown Nectar.
(Newport, OR) — In their third collaborative effort of 2010, Rogue Ales Master Brewer John Maier and Rogue Master Distiller, John Couchot, are releasingJohn John Hazelnut Brown Nectar. This unique ale consists of Rogue Hazelnut Brown Nectar aged in Rogue’s Hazelnut Spiced Rum barrels.
To craft this exceptional brew, John Couchot first distills Rogue Hazelnut Spiced Rum and ages it in white oak barrels, allowing the barrels to soak up the subtle flavors of Oregon hazelnuts, vanilla and spices from the rum. When the rum is finished aging, the barrels are emptied and John Maier immediately fills them with Hazelnut Brown Nectar.
Another fall lager for ya! Rogue Maierfest makes it’s seasonal return from Newport, Oregon. Maierfest derives it’s name from Rogue brewmaster John Maier. He writes –
“Over the years, the traditional Oktoberfest style from the major Munich breweries has lost a Continue Reading →
Rogue loves chocolate. The Newport, Oregon brewer has a few chocolate based offerings in their arsenal. Here in 2010, Rogue brings another chocolate beer, one that’s already one awards and is sure not to disappoint.
The 3rd release from the “Chatoe Rogue” series this year is upon us. To recap the releases thus far – In January came “Dirtoir Black Lager“, followed by “Single Malt Ale” in April. Now, meet “OREgasmic Ale”
Coming soon from Rogue Brewing ( Portland, OR) is the second installment of the John John series. As you recall, this series features hand selected Rogue beers aged in Rogue whiskey barrels on site at their distillery. (John John draws Continue Reading →
The 3rd release in the “Chatoe Rogue” series has arrived – Single Malt Ale. Chatoe Rogue is what Rogue Brewery calls “GYO certified” or “Grow Your Own.” All the malt and hops are grown onsite at Rogue Brewery. The beers Continue Reading →