Repo Man - Revolution Brewing Company - Brewpub

matjack85

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

I tried this on tap at the brewpub on Milwaukee Ave. My server recomended it to me after he informed me they were out of one of the beers I came there to try. Served in a pint glass for $5.

The beer was dark brown in color with a 1½-finger tan head that hung around for a couple minutes before receding to just a thin rim. Tons of spotty lacing clung to the sides of the glass.

Definite rye smell with rich maltiness and even a touch of coffee and dark chocolate.

It starts off sweet with caramel malt and chocolate flavors, but then the rye kicks in with a ton of spiciness. Add to that a touch of coffee and hop bitterness and you've got a very tasty beer.

Exceptionally smooth and creamy mouthfeel with carbonation on the low side.

I didn't come here to try this, but now that I did, I'll be back for more.

Serving type: on-tap

12-02-2012 10:29:37 | More by matjack85

bgoblue2

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

05-14-2013 01:56:44 | More by bgoblue2

imperialking

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

05-10-2013 17:25:35 | More by imperialking

rhoadsrage

Illinois

3.68/5  rDev -10.2%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

(Served in a Nonic)
Bottled Jan 25 2013
A- This beer pours a dense black body with a faint garnet hint at the base of the glass with a creamy bubble tan head that last a bit.

S- The mellow dry char malt aroma has a yeast aroma to follow with some coffee roasted black malt hints coming thru as it warms.

T- The dry char black malt has some chalky notes and a watery rye zing in the finish that takes on a slight tartness as it warms. There is a faint smoky black malt taste that lingers but without any bitterness.

M- The medium-full mouthfeel has a gentle fizz but no alcohol heat.

O- This beer is thin but pleasant tasting with it could use a bit more character or depth. It drinks pretty quick but one pint is enough.

Serving type: bottle

04-23-2013 18:34:05 | More by rhoadsrage

Kubrickx

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

04-22-2013 21:52:51 | More by Kubrickx

RomanMaronie

Illinois

4.25/5  rDev +3.7%

04-22-2013 20:29:20 | More by RomanMaronie

scruffwhor

Illinois

3.98/5  rDev -2.9%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4

Dark brown to black in color with a very dark garnet highlight when held to the light. Nice light brown head after the pour and almost solid film of foam for all 22 ounces.

Roasty malts, a little creamy, and some rye like spice notes make up a solid stout aroma.

Chewy palate indeed. But not overwhelming, a smooth, chewy palate makes for a nice session stout. Good roasted malt flavors, dark coffee and black rye bread crust. The finish is just a little tinny. Good beer overall, would buy again.

Serving type: bottle

04-16-2013 00:07:59 | More by scruffwhor

ChicagoNick

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

04-12-2013 15:23:20 | More by ChicagoNick

Gonzoillini

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -14.6%

04-03-2013 02:57:11 | More by Gonzoillini

AngusOg

Maryland

3.75/5  rDev -8.5%

03-31-2013 00:42:30 | More by AngusOg

egrace84

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

03-27-2013 00:20:57 | More by egrace84

Sparky44

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

03-26-2013 02:00:33 | More by Sparky44

Durtdiggler

Illinois

4.29/5  rDev +4.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25

Purchased from brew pub. Bomber bottle.

Appearance- black licorice pour, 1 finger dark white head settles quickly.

Aroma- licorice, toffee, molasses, bourbon. Slight roast of dark coffee but more sweet.

Taste- caramel, coffee, toffee, molasses. Dry,limited roast. Hops are hard to pick up. Definitely feels like a malty profile.

MF- Medium body, clean, soft smooth finish. Drinks easy.

Thought this would be more of a stout but feels like a complex porter. Complex malty profile that's easy to drink. Beer takes a whole to settle in and pick up the complex flavors. Awesome.

Serving type: bottle

03-23-2013 23:05:09 | More by Durtdiggler

BeerOps

Illinois

4.25/5  rDev +3.7%

03-17-2013 22:46:46 | More by BeerOps

spycow

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

03-10-2013 00:30:55 | More by spycow

YogiBeer

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev -8.5%

03-09-2013 06:11:11 | More by YogiBeer

Stevie_Janowski

Illinois

4.25/5  rDev +3.7%

03-09-2013 03:14:05 | More by Stevie_Janowski

timc100

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev -8.5%

03-02-2013 19:56:19 | More by timc100

Hopheadjeffery

Illinois

5/5  rDev +22%

03-02-2013 15:32:06 | More by Hopheadjeffery

udouche

4.5/5  rDev +9.8%

02-25-2013 16:01:59 | More by udouche

jplopez21

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -14.6%

02-25-2013 00:45:28 | More by jplopez21

Efay

Illinois

4.09/5  rDev -0.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 5 | overall: 4

Went to revolution brewpub last night for good food and good beer. Definitely enjoy stouts, and I had to see how this rye stout would hold up.

A- Jet black, with a dark brown hue. About 1 finger worth of mocha foam, with no head retention. There was also no lacing.

S- Can smell the light rye malts and small amounts of coffee and toffee. Not very aromatic.

T- There was some light coffee bitterness, with some bakers chocolate and toffee. Also can taste some sugar and was slightly nutty.

M- Creamy, smooth, and moderate body. Moderate carbonation makes this an easy drinker and feels amazing on the palate.

O- Overall a good beer. Even though the presentation was bland and nothing special, the taste was very nice and the mouth feel was even better. Really enjoyed this.

Serving type: on-tap

02-10-2013 20:39:00 | More by Efay

JimGlonke

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

02-10-2013 01:37:12 | More by JimGlonke

thewimperoo

Illinois

4/5  rDev -2.4%

02-03-2013 19:30:13 | More by thewimperoo

Tucquan

Pennsylvania

4/5  rDev -2.4%

01-23-2013 16:07:42 | More by Tucquan