Hopefully I'll be able to get some unique insight on the backside of the house.
The last beer I had was a New Belgium Fat Tire and a Rogue Dead Guy Ale. I've mentioned the New Belgium before and I really have nothing to say about it. The fact is that I think it is a very neutral beer; I've heard people say "tastes like beer" when they try something I give them (ensue my eye rolls), but I think it actually applies here. It has a bit of hops upfront due to the Belgian influence (word is the brewmaster made the amber ale while on a trip in Belgium), however past that the malt flavors are there but they seem to fall flat into a lackluster aftertaste. I've tried this beer many times and each time I get this feeling no matter how hard I try.
Fat Tire is definitely more in the session territory, but is a little heavier than say a Hef. Then again, by American standards anything below 6% is often considered session.
So here it is, not a terribly interesting beer. Not the strongest or lightest on the tongue, but if you're not sure what to get or recommend go for this. Perfect by the pitcher, but I really do think there are better ambers or pale ales or witbiers (all comparable styles).
P.S. Dead Guy is perfect with Dubliner cheese, yum!
Here's an older picture I have of the New Belgium:
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