

Oregon Beer Reviews
This northwest state is a bona fide mecca for American craft beer.


Deschutes Obsidian Stout
John: The thing I hate about this beer is that it’s hard to drink it — without chocolate! That’s the only thing I don’t like about this wonderful, genuine stout from the Northwest. I am a bit of stout snob (or at least I think I am). So much so...
Deschutes Hop Henge Experimental IPA
This beer has more awards than Michael Phelps. After you try it you’ll know why. Especially if you love hops. It poured a beautiful color. Deep, rich amber that is inviting all on its own. A one finger head hangs around longer than normal and leaves a curtain of...
Deschutes Black Butte XXI Porter
John: I kept this baby in the darkness of my wine cellar (on a basement shelf :)) for one year. It about killed me not to drink it in the first two weeks. After that I forgot about it until I noticed a Post It note on it with the date! The time had come to break the...
Rogue XS Imperial IPA
Rogue decided to switch up their Imperial series packaging from those large ceramic bottles to little 7 oz samples. From what I have heard it was partly due to product movement which is sad to hear. Now if want a full glass I have to buy 3-4 mini ones. Displaying a...