Rogue Brewing — long considered Oregon’s second-largest brewery behind Deschutes — has abruptly closed all locations amid mounting financial troubles. While the Pacific Northwest is home to a deep bench of exceptional breweries ready to step into the space Rogue leaves behind, the loss of the iconic Dead Guy Ale will still be felt.
Fortunately, the region’s craft scene remains strong. Breweries like Block 15, Ecliptic Brewing, Breakside, Fort George, Pelican, and Fremont Brewing continue to carry the torch with inventive, high-quality beers. For fans of Rogue’s bold, malt-forward styles, places such as Ninkasi, Widmer Brothers, and StormBreaker offer standout options that might help ease the transition.
Rogue’s departure marks the end of an era — but the PNW’s brewing landscape is rich enough to ensure its spirit lives on.
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