Rogue Chipolte Ale - Oregon
Thursday, November 01, 2007
Chipolte Ale
Dedicated to Spanish author Juan de la Cueva, who, in 1575, wrote of a dish that combined seedless chipotles with beer: Chipotle Ale is based on Rogue’s American Amber Ale, but delicately spiced with smoked jalapeno (chipotle) chile peppers. Deep amber in color with a tight head, rich malty aroma, delicately smooth and crisp flavor, and subtle chipotle chili finish. Chipotle Ale is created from Northwest Harrington, Klages, and Maier Munich Malts; Willamette and Cascade hops; and Chipolte (smoked jalapeno) Peppers. Available in a 22-ounce (12/case), 12-ounce (24 loose/case) screened bottles, and on draft. Blend it with Rogue Chocolate Stout and create a Mole’ black and tan!
http://www.rogue.com/brews.html#MMsoba
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While in Oregon we saw a display of this beer and wanted to try it. It took about 5 stores and finally Holiday Market in Royal Oak had it in stock. The beer is quite good and although it made with peppers its not what you think. I was expecting a more smokey flavor due to the chipolte but it was just heat at the end of the taste. You have the classic Rogue flavor with a bit of BAM at the end. If you have never had Rogue beer before you are in for a treat. They have some amazing styles and if the Chipolte Ale is too much, just try the Dead Guy Ale.
Posted by mardenhill 11/01/2007 09:30:00 PM
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