Newport, Oregon’s Rogue Ales sent me some beer this week, and I was simply expecting their 2018 Rolling Thunder Imperial Stout—instead, what came was one of the largest and most elaborate packages I’ve received in recent times.

Four of Rogue’s stouts arrived along with three chocolate bars from Woodblock Chocolate, and plenty of Valentine’s Day bling. Shakespeare Oatmeal Stout, Chocolate Stout, Double Chocolate Stout, and Rolling Thunder Imperial Stout 2018—perfect for a Rogue stout and chocolate tasting!

I have some ideas about tasting and reviewing these and some other beers; stay tuned.