Rolling Rock Extra Pale - Latrobe Brewing Co.

bnes09

Illinois

2.93/5  rDev +11.8%
look: 2.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 3

Light straw color, mostly see-through. Weak head, weak retention. Grainy aroma with hints of herbal hop. Mild malt flavor and lots of rice adjunct. Grassy, herbal hop and not quite enough to balance. Light bodied, coarse grainy texture, descent carbonation. Nothing special. No offensive flavors but nothing interesting either.

Serving type: bottle

05-04-2013 05:14:20 | More by bnes09

Stinkypuss

Pennsylvania

2.19/5  rDev -16.4%
look: 1.75 | smell: 1.75 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 2.25 | overall: 2

Rolling Rock

LOOK: Labeled as extra pale, and fits that description. Damn near clear.

SMELL: Grains, corn, straw, and coming off a bit medicinal.

TASTE: Tart grains, rice, wild yeast. This is like a gueze light. A touch of acidic hops with a garbage pail quality that somehow works here. This is my crap beer of choice when good cheap beer is not available. Cracker like malt, leafy, oily bitterness and a bit sour. Above all else, all of these flavors are very, very light. It is kind of sour, true beer aficionados may find this flavor profile comical, to say the least.

OVERALL: Kind of odd when you actually try to taste this beer. If you're not paying attention, it drinks like water. Under the microscope, it's kind of odd like mentioned earlier.

Serving type: bottle

05-04-2013 00:40:23 | More by Stinkypuss

Goat2Hunter

Georgia

4.75/5  rDev +81.3%
look: 5 | smell: 4 | taste: 5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5

appearance is excellent, great styling, smell is good too, taste is excellent, they must use alot of hops in making it, yet its very sweet, its like a sweeter version of Heineken, mouth-feel is pretty nice I suppose, and overall I love this beer, my one and only beef with it is that its hard to find, but besides that I think this is the pinnacle of American Macro lagers, and I would hope that even all the craft beer preppies on this site try it and like it too.

Serving type: bottle

04-25-2013 13:24:35 | More by Goat2Hunter

ddenney31

Texas

3.53/5  rDev +34.7%
look: 2.5 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 4.25

Rolling rock is one beer I am glad I found. My sexy boyfriend introduced us, now I crave its fresh sizzle and yummy flavor more then him, heehee. Thanks Latrobe Brewing Company. You rock my world, but let this be a secret, k. I kinda wish I had a joint to smoke while I drink you, heehee. Shhh...don't tell, he will get jealous.

Serving type: bottle

04-19-2013 02:10:29 | More by ddenney31

jimmah120

Minnesota

3.98/5  rDev +51.9%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3.75

12oz green bottle

Light funky lager that goes down like seltzer. I mean that in a good way. Just a light touch of that sour armpit Euro flavor, and only slight astringency. Chugging one, it feels heavier than most comparable lagers, surprising for how light it is.

Don't buy "Shit Rock" in cans. Bottle is the way to go with this stuff.

Serving type: bottle

04-13-2013 16:54:01 | More by jimmah120

MikeAAL

Wisconsin

2.73/5  rDev +4.2%
look: 2.75 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 2.75 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 2.75

This is a below average beer. One of the few beers I would call a swill.

White head that dissapates very quickly. Light, golden color to it. High carbonation.

Smells a little hoppy. Some adjuncts.

Light, watered down taste. A slight taste of hops and a sweet finish.

Light, watery and fizzy.

Overall, a cheap beer college kids drink if they want to appear classy.

Serving type: bottle

04-05-2013 18:54:17 | More by MikeAAL

davisdandrew

Quebec (Canada)

4/5  rDev +52.7%
look: 3 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25

Looks quite bright but a few micro floaties upon close inspection. very pale. Head dissipates.

Very little in the aroma depatment, slightly grainy

Tastes remarkable like club soda. This beer has less overall flavor than almost any other beer I have ever had. Very clean and fresh tasting. remarkably refreshing. almost no lingering flavors.

very light mouthfeel with prickly carbonation.

Overall this beer was excellent. I wanted to buy some cheap beer in cans and was surprised at the quality of this beer in the end. People will bash this type of product but it is what is supposed to be.

Serving type: can

04-04-2013 14:10:19 | More by davisdandrew

nige4958

California

1.1/5  rDev -58%
look: 3 | smell: 1 | taste: 1 | feel: 1 | overall: 1

I'm reviewing beers my neighbor drinks and boy is this an abomination
of the brewing arts. The big thing that stands out on this beer is the aroma
and taste of sweet corn. It's really distgusting. I cannot detect barley at all.
Whatever hops are being used are not enough to mask the horrible, sweet
flavor of this concoction. Don't understand why anyone would drink this
when you can get 4 pint cans of Bitburger from Trader Joe's for a fiver.
Avoid at all cost. It really is that bad.

Serving type: bottle

03-27-2013 15:23:04 | More by nige4958

mnrider

Connecticut

2.79/5  rDev +6.5%
look: 2 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 2.75 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3

12 oz. Green bottle. Twist off.

A: Clear light golden with a thin white head. Active carbonation but little retention and
no lacing.

S: Light sweet malts and even lighter floral hops. Other weak grains, mostly corn.

T/M: Sweet, crisp, thin flavor, watery and corn. Light bodied with a fizzy feel. Only a
slight hint of bitterness. The finish is mostly clean with a light linger of sweetness.

O: Best to drink this one cold and straight out of the bottle/can. Taste is weak and
fizzy but still pretty easy to drink and refreshing. Needs more hops.

Cheers

Serving type: bottle

03-27-2013 00:46:20 | More by mnrider

Suds

Pennsylvania

2.8/5  rDev +6.9%
look: 2 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 2.75

From the recognizable green bottle, this beer is a very light yellow with a negligible head. Completely clear. Clean grainy smell...not much of a hop aroma, but maybe a hint of malt. The taste is clean and has a little sweetness. Light in body. Average macro lager.

Serving type: bottle

03-17-2013 20:08:01 | More by Suds

the3rdtriumph

Indiana

3.35/5  rDev +27.9%
look: 5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75

This beer was much much better before 2006/2007. But, it's not a bad beer.

I only drink this out of a bottle.

The painted bottle is cool.

When poured into a glass it's got a nice calm look, like others said very straw like. Smells like party beer. Cheap, easy to down. Bit of a hint of rice. You can't really taste much. Pleasant mouthfeel, unlike most cheaper brews. I still enjoy it because it's inexpensive yet appreciated my most when you show up with it at a get together.

Serving type: bottle

03-15-2013 12:07:34 | More by the3rdtriumph

HankAaron

Massachusetts

2.33/5  rDev -11.1%
look: 2.25 | smell: 1.5 | taste: 2.75 | feel: 2.75 | overall: 2

Didn't really like this beer that much. Drank it up in Vermont during a winter storm and it did its purpose it was something to drink, but didn't enjoy it. The main reason I had it was because it is cheap for a 30 pack and it's what my roommate enjoyed, so I obliged.

Serving type: can

02-06-2013 21:38:01 | More by HankAaron

slitherySOB

Ontario (Canada)

2.68/5  rDev +2.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 2.75 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 2.75 | overall: 2.75

Definitely an average beer, this lager pours a pale straw golden colour with a thick, three finger head that quickly disipates to one finger. Smells sweet, with grain and corn up front. Not as offensive as Natty Light, but very similar. Tastes sweet with malt grains and corn. Definitely an adjunct lager. Mouthfeel is light and easy, with a low to medium carbonation. Overall, a decent beer to have on a hot day. A beer to pound back after mowing the lawn on a hot summers day.

Serving type: can

01-31-2013 16:57:09 | More by slitherySOB

Aaron_Ramson

California

2.93/5  rDev +11.8%
look: 2.75 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 2.75 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

As far as mediocrity goes, Rolling Rock takes the cake. The problem lies with it's complete and utter inoffensive nature; extra pale describes not just the color but the nose and taste as well. It's all light toasted grain and corn; there is a dextrinous sweetness that would be a flaw in flavor if its wasn't part of Rolling Rocks signature taste.The carbonation is lighter and the mouthfeel slightly thicker than you would expect, the problem is that none of this adds up to anything very interesting. A beer for those who want to venture from the confines of light lager, and no one else.

Serving type: bottle

01-27-2013 16:26:04 | More by Aaron_Ramson

sam_bliss

Washington

2.16/5  rDev -17.6%
look: 3 | smell: 1.25 | taste: 2.25 | feel: 2.5 | overall: 2.5

Tall-boy can into globe glass.

Well, it is certainly Extra Pale, as the can said it would be. It has kind of a watered-down gold color, with a big fizzy head at first. This bubbles away to just a thin sheet of white that sits atop the brew. Carbonation bubbles rise from the bottom of the globe at a steady pace. A very adjunct smell of white rice and sweet creamed corn dominates the aroma. Some hay-like dry grassiness may represent hops, or maybe actual hay in the mash. As liquid first touches the tongue, it seems a bit sweeter than most macro-brewed lagers. A refreshing, almost Sprite-like citrus flavor puckers the cheeks while the high carbonation and subtle, dry fruitiness make this a much more deserving candidate than Coors (or is it Miller?) for the title "The Champagne of Beers." There's really more adjunct grains than malt in here. Maybe just a little breadiness is all I can detect. Light body and lots of fizz make for a difficult mouth experience when cold, yet I don't think this would be palatable if it weren't cold.

Serving type: can

01-26-2013 03:43:29 | More by sam_bliss

Diane_Brew

Ontario (Canada)

4.48/5  rDev +71%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.75 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.5

Going to be honest, consider this to be one of the most underrated beers. Definitely a top 3 favorite beer. Drank this one out of a bottle

A- golden like the inside of the lion in Aladdin (minus the magic carpet). Translucent, good bubble flow;bottom to top as usual. Consistent head residue- very impressive.
S- smells green, can't put my finger on the smell but defs clean. Currently comparing - other beers smell weird. very clean and crisp smell. very unique. inoffensive, flattering to the nostrils. faint snot smell.
T- unexpectedly crisp, no unwelcome aftertaste, its yummy, despite green bottle just as good out of bottle as out of keg.
M-goes down exceptionally easy (read: val). minimal carbonation, feels good
O- again terrific brew!!!! :) Want to have a great party? Buy some RR. KCCO

Serving type: bottle

01-19-2013 02:23:25 | More by Diane_Brew

SaintLouisBeerDrinker

Missouri

2.86/5  rDev +9.2%
look: 2.75 | smell: 2 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3

Served From: Bottle

A: Very light yellowish hues, hints of straw fairly mellow.

S: Smell has strong presence of grains, semi-sweet, a slight hint of corn

T: As it says, "Extra Pale." Very pale tastes almost. This beer has a uniquely sweet taste but remains mellow throughout. Definitely taste a bit of corn and grains as with the smell.

M: Very light, little to medium carbonation. Easy going beer.

Overall: Decent beer. Reminds me of a sweeter flavorful Natural Light, which doesn't say much.. It's a good beer for random occasions. I almost never see anyone but myself with this beer so that may be saying something. All in all, It recieves a 2.5/5 in my book.

Serving type: bottle

01-16-2013 02:28:50 | More by SaintLouisBeerDrinker

harrymel

Washington

2.21/5  rDev -15.6%
look: 3 | smell: 1.75 | taste: 2.25 | feel: 3 | overall: 2

Canned: unk

It's a really pale yellow straw with a central cylinder of bubbles rising to a central dome of white etch. Smells real distant, some flowers, some grains and white rice - this kinda reminds me of urine from a catheter bag. A very light flavor, with grain, a bit of corn some sweet bread flavors in there as well. Not a good flavor, but plenty of water like flavors. Thin, empty body with some hi carb and a slick finish. This is less than impressive.

Serving type: can

01-13-2013 02:59:46 | More by harrymel

barczar

Kentucky

2.7/5  rDev +3.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

Pours a brilliant light gold with a foamy one inch ivory head that dissipates slowly, leaving thick lacing.

Aroma is grainy, earthy, and buttery. There's a bit of sulfur. Reminds me of canned peas.

Flavor is similarly earthy and minerally, with a biscuity malt backbone, and finishes with cracker-like dryness. Acetaldehyde is evident.

Body is fairly watery, with moderate carbonation and slight astringency.

Some odd flavors and aromas, in comparison with other products of this caliber.

Serving type: can

12-28-2012 00:14:27 | More by barczar

Chiefy770

Illinois

3/5  rDev +14.5%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

Enjoyed from a bottle.

A: The appearance is a very, very light gold... almost yellow. Clear and bubbly. A big foam head forms after the initial pour. I usually drink this straight from the bottle but I've poured this beer a few time before.

S: Not much to write about. Typical of the style. Light scent with a kick of grains.

T: The first thing I always notice is the sweetness. It is not the sweetest beer I've ever had but it definitely stands out in this department from the other AALs. Very smooth, not much bitterness. This is not a complex beer, which, depending on your situation, could be good or bad.

M: Carbonation and lots of it. Very light body.

Overall: I like this beer. I would gladly choose this over most of the other American Adjunct Lagers. Great in "quantity over quality" situations.

Serving type: bottle

12-23-2012 01:09:11 | More by Chiefy770

mdfb79

New York

2.35/5  rDev -10.3%
look: 3 | smell: 2.5 | taste: 2 | feel: 3 | overall: 2.5

From 12/02/12 notes. 12 oz. bottle poured into a pint glass.

a - Pours a bright yellow color with one finger of fluffy white head and moderate carbonation evident.

s - Smells of biscuit malts, grains, wheat, light sweetness, corn. Not great but not the worst adjunct nose.

t - Tastes of corn, sweet grains, wheat, bread, biscuit, and very lightly skunked. Not very good; a step down from the nose.

m - Light body and moderate to high carbonation. Body is a little bit watery.

o - Overall not a great beer, but not the worst American adjunct lager out there. Taste is a little skunky, but the nose isn't too bad. You can do worse but not really worth seeking out at all.

Serving type: bottle

12-03-2012 19:55:18 | More by mdfb79

SometimesIfart

Michigan

1.36/5  rDev -48.1%
look: 2 | smell: 1 | taste: 1.25 | feel: 2 | overall: 1.5

A - Drank it straight from the can so I don't know.

S - Uhhh...Well, Nothing much actually. Maybe some very very VERY slight rice.

T - Once again, Almost nothing but extremely slight rice.

M - Medium bodied with medium carbonation.

O - Overall, I paid $4.99 for a six-pack of cans of this stuff, And it pretty much lives up to it's price. It would be a great beer to party with since it goes down so easily and it will eventually do it's job, But from an advocate's perspective, This stuff is garbage.

Serving type: can

11-27-2012 20:46:53 | More by SometimesIfart

HalfFull

California

3.1/5  rDev +18.3%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

12 oz. can poured into a pint glass. I'm a bit surprised that I haven't reviewed this beer prior to this day as it was a bit of a mainstay of my 'youth'. Yet I wonder if it truly bears any resemblance to the '33' of yore.

I let the can warm up a bit, to 40 degrees or so from the fridge. Pours a clear light straw with minimal carbonation yet sporting a nice cap of foam. More carbonation evident on the tongue vs. a visual by the way. Offers a neutral aroma and lacking of much as for adjuncts. Pleasant yet neutral flavor with a slight sweetness which lingers for a moment.

Like PBR this stands a bit above the 'crowd' as for the yeast influence in the aroma but otherwise blends in with the masses.

Serving type: can

11-19-2012 05:05:43 | More by HalfFull

JamesMN

Minnesota

3.03/5  rDev +15.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

Appearance: Crystal clear straw color with a thin and bubbly white head.

Aroma: Not much there and the only good thing is there are no off smells.

Taste: That average adjunct lager taste but with a noticeable difference on the end. A sort of sweetness that tastes like watered down apple juice. Basically no other flavors on this one, just like soda water. Crisp finish.

Mouthfeel: Thin/medium in body. Easy drinkability and lots of effervescence.

FInal Thoughts: Being one of the cheapest beers on the market, Rolling Rock is a good bet if you are going for quantity over substance but is otherwise just one in a long line of adjunct beers that are not worth your time if you are serious about craft beer. Would I drink it again? Nope.

Serving type: can

10-31-2012 04:56:34 | More by JamesMN

michiganminer

Michigan

3.98/5  rDev +51.9%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 4.5

I caught "The Deer Hunter" the other night on Cable and picked some up for $5.00/6 at the local store. No smoke with the crack of the cap. No real hint of hops or barley but no nasty corn taste either. Bottle is cool (Painted) inoffensive and well priced I will buy this again. one note though- I never tried Latrobe Brewed Rolling Rock so I can't compare but can't imagine it was any different that this brew.

Note: I review for the style. I refuse to let my prejudices slant any review. Nothing worse than the typical beer snob reviewing an AAL, same for your AAL drinker reviewing a craft brew.

Serving type: bottle

10-29-2012 02:46:51 | More by michiganminer