Roc Brewing Co.
Our Beers
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On Tap
Golden Pale Ale
This flavorful, drinkable Golden Pale Ale begins with an aroma of floral hops that leads you into a world of balance. Hops and sweet malt are certain to please the palate and in the finish a hint of honey leaves you wanting more. This ale is an enjoyable session beer that some may call an American twist on an English Pale Ale. An ideal “crossover beer,” this Golden Pale is a great gateway for those entering the world of craft beers. Best enjoyed with light summer fare and good friends.
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On Tap
Cullinan’s Revival
This Irish Red Ale has a reddish-amber hue that starts with a deep, malty backbone complimented by a subtle but noticible hop bitterness in the beginning. It finishes with sweet malt notes leading into a crisp, dry finish. This all-seasonal brew pairs with intense, flavorful foods (such as cajun or BBQ), or is perfect by itself. We know you will love every sip!
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On Tap
Dark Mild
Small beer, big ego. This mahogany colored ale is a delightful medley of malted barley. As you peel back the layers of malt, you’ll discover a delicate beer surrounded with complexity and blended with the flavors of toasted bread and chocolate cake. There’s even a hint of coffee for that roasted dry element your palate craves. The Mild is best enjoyed fresh and prides itself as a low-alcohol session beer. Its dark facade and nutty finish provide an allure that is truly one of a kind. Our mild is well-suited for draught and cask conditioning. Hungry? We suggest pairing with grilled portobellos and seared beef garnished with truffle oil.
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Vague IPA
By definition an India Pale Ale is known for hops. 70 IBUs and an assertive array of American hops lay blankets of grapefruit, orange nectar, and sticky mango across your senses. This assortment will be certain to remain in your flavor memory. The background malt is reminiscent of graham cracker and faint caramel which adds subtle sweetness and toasted notes. An unabashed dosing of “dry-hops” gives way to abundant aroma and bright citrus flavor. Enjoy it in the company of good friends with barbecued chicken and mango-habanero salsa.
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What the Fuggle IPA
In the traffic jam of big, bold American IPAs, we decided to drive on the other side of the road. Chock full of earthy English Fuggles, this hoppy beer is fun to order and even better to experience. Playful spice and orange characteristics liven up its biscuity body and lead you to a pleasant finish. For extra good measure, we throw this one on 2 types of American oak to cure and impart the wonderful qualities of light vanilla and coconut.
Preferred with a slice of carrot cake, the texture of the dessert – light and smooth – lends balance to a subtle softness across the palate. Stay for another bite and enjoy the warming of the alcohol and vanilla as they mellow the spices of the cake. The hops will finish with a scrub of the palate from butter based frosting.
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On Tap
Don’t Fear the RIPA
Bright aromatics and a profound citrus zest reveal a fragrant bouquet. A rush of rich malt and smooth texture blends seamlessly into a subtle spiciness revealed by the rye. It’s crimson hue indicates the vibrance of both the fusion of malted rye and tropical undertones from generous additions of American hops. This beer truly showcases the depth rye can attain. Pair this beer with some Chesapeake flair, a jumbo lump crab cake littered with Old Bay seasoning or blackened tilapia tacos with cilantro and lime slaw.
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Belgian Blonde
Intensely flavored and a lovely body to boot, we present our interpretation of the renowned Belgian Blonde ale. A brilliantly clear citrus yellow will glisten in your favorite goblet. Bouquets of banana and citrus introduce a flavor of subtle spiciness, reminiscent of freshly cracked black pepper. The distinguished Belgian lacing will linger long enough to order a second round. Imbibe with friends around a table of steamed mussels and frites.
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Cadejo Blanco
This pale ale may be light in body but don’t let that fool you; it’s anything but dull. Continental malts blend into an enticing balance of cereal flavors and smooth, subtle sweetness – but that’s not all. The “Xtra” element gives it (and you) a lil’ something more, and it just happens to be a lil’ something you’re really going to like. The alchemy of hops radiate with pit-fruits, passionfruit and a layer of earth and all together you get a uniquely complex experience that’ll please your palate and quench the fiercest thirsts.
According to Central American lore, a Cadejo Blanco is a “good” dog that comes out at night to guide weary travelers and guard them from danger but here at Roc Brewing Co., a Cadejo Blanco is a damn good beer that’ll guide you away from dangerously inferior pales.
Clever? Maybe. Delicious? Without a doubt.
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On Tap
Vern
This isn’t your father’s table beer. Vern offers you the warm weather aromas of honey malt, pear, and grass with a touch of spice. Weighing in just under 5%, this pleasant and easy drinker demands that you too leave the heavy stuff in the field, at the office, or on the alter. A spattering of rye gives our Belgian lawnmower beer just enough tooth to cut through the most humid days, and it’s extremely drinkable to quench the most arid of thirsts. A tried and true pairing is with steamed mussels in a lemongrass, thai chili, or coconut broth with pomme frites.
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Kyoto Protocol
In a style of limitless boundaries, our Sumatra IPA is sure to stand bold on its own. At first glance it’s orange hue alludes to a juicy blend of tangerine, citrus peel and mango. As the aroma blooms from the glass you’re introduced to an entirely exotic experience of molasses and roast. A delicate, yet pronounced, blend of fruit nectars escape over your palate while the savory flavors of Sumatra are most exposed. These flavors can only be obtained through our collaborative effort with Joe Bean Coffee Roasters. This uniquely Rochester product is the first in a series showcasing the blends of beer & coffee combinations. This is best enjoyed at brunch with pineapple french toast and grilled breakfast sausage.
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Wet Smash
We took a Pale Ale and wet-hopped it! This involves adding wet hops to the fermentor to add even more flavor and aroma to the beer. Wet hops have a great flavor, and the chance to make a beer like this only comes around so often… So you’d better get in and try some fast. It won’t be here long…
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Drogo’s Plight
A delicate yet intensely flavored beer. Sweet hints of apricot and banana entertain the nose as crisp texture rolls over your buds, leaving a prickly sensation of peppercorn followed by quaffable amounts of coffee that hang in the finish. Sunday brunch never tasted so good… If you’d rather just get to the dessert, Drogo’s is sure to pair perfectly with your favorite Bananas Foster recipe.
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Union 56
Ever-changing with every brew, our house Pale Ale is a truly evolutionary beer. With the brewery’s address as its namesake, the “56″ provides an artisanal canvas for Humulus lupulus, a.k.a hops. Each time we head to the kettles we utilize a different blend of our favorite female flower clusters to create a whole new taste. Whether you’re experiencing flavors of pine from the American Northwest, spice from Eastern Europe, or a barrage of lychee and asian pear from the Pacific Rim, this “worldly” beer has a way of making you feel right at home.
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On Tap
Sex Panther
Deep within the dense jungles of the Pacific Northwest are some of the world’s most sought after hops, and we went to extreme measures to make them our own. Under the cover of nightfall, we procured their nectar. Once their precious oils were contained, we used them to craft a resiny Black IPA teeming with pine, tangerine, and grapefruit all backed by an enticing touch of roast. There’s only one name for this pungent bouquet of aromatics and dank flavor. We give you Sex Panther. Dare to say no.
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Nano Nano
Brewed in collaboration with Buffalo’s Community Beer Works, our Nano Nano smoked porter is intended to be consumed on doomsday, as the earth splits under our feet. Heavenly chocolate and an angelic body harken it’s mahogany rich color and billowing head. We combined forces with the CBW crew to present a beer that’s sure to remind us where we’re all going… then again, if you’re just reading this, you might already be there.
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Saison De ‘Ron
Historically a beer to repay farmhands, this is a style that places emphasis on the yeast most predominantly. A spiced flavor flirts with grassy and floral hops lending depth and intrigue. It’s pale straw color of continental malts brings you back to the Belgian grain fields in which this style was conceived. The crisp, dry finish tumbles off the palate and pairs well with herb crusted chicken and wild mushrooms.
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60 Shillings
In the 19th century, Scots devised a naming method for beer based on the now obsolete shilling currency. Our 60 Shilling is an homage to a lighter-styled Scottish Ale. As one of our newest creations, she won’t be on tap for long! Get in fast for a pint!
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ESB
One of our special beers from our One Year Anniversary. We made another batch of this unique Extra Special Bitter. Our ESB has a dark amber hue and the strong malty backbone is well complemented by the hops we’ve added. You’ll find some toasty and biscuity characters in addition to delicate hints of fruit.
This well-balanced English-style ale is a unique brew that we know you’ll keep coming back for.
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Nut Brown
Our take on another traditional English-style Ale. Expect to find some nutty and roasted caramel aromas from the malts and a delicate sweetness we know you’ll love.
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Oatmeal Stout
No affectations, and certainly no gimmicks. Brewed truly to style, the aroma of bakers chocolate and fresh roasted coffee playfully waft from the glass. A rich blend of kilned malts give way to creamy caramel, subtle roastiness, and a hint of vanilla. The oats impart depth of character and a velveteen texture that rounds out all the flavors. Recommended pairings: Nutella filled crepes with shaved hazelnuts and a dusting of cocoa powder. Or as an appetizer, warm sourdough bread with Gruyere.
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