Sam Adams Oktoberfest

[gettysburgfreak]

Does anyone know when this will hit shelves? I am in withdrawl big time. Its my favorite beer and I gotta have it soooooonnnn

[Darrell]

I hope soon, SA Oktoberfest is the only SA beer that I like!!

[dunng]

I had my first one of the season yesterday! :D

[pnoon]

5 gal kegs will be available at Beverages & More here in CA on 09/10.

[longknocker]

5 gal kegs will be available at Beverages & More here in CA on 09/10.

:r Peter, when I first saw this post, "CA", I thought we were selling it in the Asylum!:D:tu

[MikeyC]

We've been serving it at the Brewery in Boston for a few weeks now. I've also been seeing it in local bars/pubs/liquor stores in Boston. I was in Florida this weekend and saw it on draft at a restaurant. I guess it takes longer to make it's way out to the left coast.

[N2Advnture]

I dig it too bro.

If you like the SA Oktoberfest, you should try the Spatten Oktoberfest! I've come to look for that more than any other when this time of the year rolls around.

[CigarGuy88]

I've already seen it in stores in MA, NH, and NY. I use it for my Bratwurst and Caramelized Onions and Beer butter sauce. Wicked good stuff!!

[CigarGuy88]

You're definitely right on the Spatten Oktoberfest. Very good stuff!

[gettysburgfreak]

damn I am located in NY. I had my ma check for it today when she got groceries but she said they didnt have any. I will have to check around and see if I can locate it. I need to stock up this year.

[drevim]

They had it at our Sam's Club (in IN) yesterday. Agreed, one of my favorites as well.

[Resipsa]

Somebody brought it to a birthday cookout for me yesterday, so it's in the store for sure in the upstate ny area

[Starchild]

My Dad picked up a case at Sams club here in Florida two weeks ago. Great stuff :tu

[Sauer Grapes]

Had it on tap in NC two weeks ago... have seen the bottle for about a week. It is a good brew for sure.

[MajorCaptSilly]

I'll have to get some. They had a bunch at my local liquor store but bought some Fat Tire instead.

MCS

[themoneycollector]

Bought some on a recent trip last month in VA, so it's definitely making its way

[jwfish81]

Been on tap at Bar Louie in Branson, MO for a few weeks now.

Also, if you like SA Oktoberfest, you should try Schlafly Pumpkin Ale. From a local brewery in St. Louis, available in Missouri and Southern Illinois. 8% ABV

[Dunkel]

If you like the SA Oktoberfest, you should try the Spatten Oktoberfest! I've come to look for that more than any other when this time of the year rolls around.

This man speaks the truth! Other great Oktoberfest beers are Ayinger Oktoberfest-Marzen, Hacker Pschorr Oktoberfest-Marzen, and Paulaner Oktoberfest-Marzen.

[longknocker]

Been on tap at Bar Louie in Branson, MO for a few weeks now.

Also, if you like SA Oktoberfest, you should try Schlafly Pumpkin Ale. From a local brewery in St. Louis, available in Missouri and Southern Illinois. 8% ABV

8%? :dr:tu

[BeerAdvocate]

Been on tap at Bar Louie in Branson, MO for a few weeks now.

Also, if you like SA Oktoberfest, you should try Schlafly Pumpkin Ale. From a local brewery in St. Louis, available in Missouri and Southern Illinois. 8% ABV

Schlafly and Ofallon make the two best Pumpkin beers!!!

[Scottw]

It's in the stores and bars here already.

[GreekGodX]

In MI this has been on the shelves for at least 2 weeks. Haven't had my first Oktoberfest of the season yet but I probably will on Tuesday :tu

[The Poet]

Do you want me to order you a case or three this week, 'freak? You can swing by and pick it up when you come down in a few weeks to watch the Yankees clinch. :D

[jwfish81]

Schlafly and Ofallon make the two best Pumpkin beers!!!

I definately agree!

[gettysburgfreak]

went to three stores today, the first two were out and I got the last case at the third store, I am so happy right now!

[The Poet]

:dance:

[dubnick]

Already had it on Draft and from the Bottle here in PA!!! :tu

Look forward to the Oktoberfest and Pumpkin Ale's all year.

[Genetic Defect]

wll have to look for it here.

[Darrell]

It's in San Jose, CA. I picked up a 12 pack for $12.99 at Safeway today!!

[BigFrank]

Its here in Maryland, I had some DogFish Head Punkin ale last night holy god it was GOOD.

[Boss Hogg]

:dr SA Oktoberfest Can't wait :dr I still have three six packs of my Cherry Wheat to get through :r

[Starchild]

This thread made me grab one from the fridge.

[gettysburgfreak]

It's in San Jose, CA. I picked up a 12 pack for $12.99 at Safeway today!!



Damn, my 12 pack came to 17 after tax

[dccraft]

It's here on the west side of the mitten. My wifey picked up a 6 for the weekend. Had 1 and it was mighty good :tu

[yourchoice]

SA Oktoberfest is good. Had it on draft last Friday at a local eatery. I've heard the brew is slightly different every year. Anyone know if there's any truth to that?

Schlafly and Ofallon make the two best Pumpkin beers!!!

:hm Will have to try them. I think Weyerbacher Imperial Pumpkin Ale is friggin great, better than Dogfish IMO. Have you ever had the Weyerbacher and how would you compare it?

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Sorry for the threadjack :)

[e-man67]

I hope soon, SA Oktoberfest is the only SA beer that I like!!


Ditto! Can't stand the regular stuff!

[longknocker]

Picked up a case of 24 here at Sam's Club this afternoon for $25.96!:banger

[Bubba - NJ]

This man speaks the truth! Other great Oktoberfest beers are Ayinger Oktoberfest-Marzen, Hacker Pschorr Oktoberfest-Marzen, and Paulaner Oktoberfest-Marzen.

And Hof Brau Oktoberfest also !

[BigFrank]

SA oktoberfest in the fridge now.

[hornitosmonster]

picked up a case for about $21 at Costco in Phoenix (. N Glendale)

[bleedingshrimp]

It's all about the Paulaner Oktoberfest...but in a pinch (like Thursday night for the ball game and I couldn't find Paulaner), SA Oktoberfest does just fine...it was really good actually.

As far as pumpkin beers there is Southern Tier Pumking....and everything else.:banger

[Skywalker]

It's in San Jose, CA. I picked up a 12 pack for $12.99 at Safeway today!!

I picked up a six pack at Safeway today for $7.99... F*** Yeah!!!:tu

I had one as soon as I got home from the store!!! Very nice!!!:dr

[hornitosmonster]

Spaten Oktoberfest and SA Oktoberfest still available at Costco (N. Glendale, AZ). Price for a case is $21.99. The also had Stone IPA for 27.99 per case.

[Bruins Fan]

I just picked up the Sam Harvest Collection Variety 12 Pack.
I liked the Dunkelweizen very much :tu

[poriggity]

I just picked up the Sam Harvest Collection Variety 12 Pack.
I liked the Dunkelweizen very much :tu

Does that have any octoberfest brew in it?

Scott

[Bruins Fan]

Does that have any octoberfest brew in it?

Scott

2 Boston Lager
2 October Fest
2 Cherry Wheat :tu
2 Irish Red
2 Brown Ale
2 Dunkelweizen

[croatan]

I got a keg of this on Friday and we've really been enjoying it. It wasn't my first choice, but it was definitely the best option of the kegs available. Easy-drinking, tastes good, and goes well with cigars. I'll probably be hitting the tap again as soon as football starts today :)

[longknocker]

I got a keg of this on Friday and we've really been enjoying it. It wasn't my first choice, but it was definitely the best option of the kegs available. Easy-drinking, tastes good, and goes well with cigars. I'll probably be hitting the tap again as soon as football starts today :)

Or "Before"?:r:tu

[kaisersozei]

Got together with some good friends this past weekend up at Bethany Beach, DE. We had a "Taste Off" between the SA Oktoberfest and Harpoon's version. Harpoon won by a landslide--it had a better hop/malt balance which my buddies preferred. If you have some in your area, pick it up. :tu

We also ventured up the road to the Dogfish Head brewery for a tour & sampling. My first venture this year with their Punkin Ale draft (very good, seemed like a cross between SA's Winter Lager & an Oktoberfest.)

Soon as I upload some photos, might have to start a new thread about my adventures there!

[kelmac07]

Not a big fan of Samuel Adams. Just had my first Oktoberfest night....damn tasty!! :tu

[longknocker]

Not a big fan of Samuel Adams. Just had my first Oktoberfest night....damn tasty!! :tu

Plan On One & Cigar Tomorrow Nite!:dr:tu

[yachties23]

I had a Draft Oktoberfest last night at Buffalo Wild Wings, twas yummy.


Not that this helps in anyway with your request, but I'm sure its available now.

[BigCat]

My sister-in-law's boyfriend told me he had this on draft at a restaurant on Saturday. It's back! I'm headed to the store tonight on the way home. This is my favorite time of year for beer drinking.

[pektel]

I used to love Paulaner Oktoberfest Marzen when I first started drinking beer. Wonder if it's still any good.

I'll have to pick up a sixer of SA Oktoberfest to try out.

I agree, this is a great time of year for beer drinking! Has to get further into fall before the experience really peaks.

[MikeyC]

2 Boston Lager
2 October Fest
2 Cherry Wheat :tu
2 Irish Red
2 Brown Ale
2 Dunkelweizen

The 2010 fall mix pack is awesome. The Cherry has been replaced by Harvest Pumpkin Ale. Not sure if the Brown Ale is still in there but the rest are still there.

[kelmac07]

Saw it on the shelves this weekend.

[BigCat]

Has to get further into fall before the experience really peaks.

Totally agree.

[bigliver]

Just saw a few cases walk out of the shoppette over here. I'll be stocking up tomorrow after this typhoon passes through.

[joeobx]

Maybe its me but it dosen't seem to be the same this year. Maybe my taste has changed.

[kugie]

Maybe its me but it dosen't seem to be the same this year. Maybe my taste has changed.

I was not thrilled with it either.
My Favorite is the Harpoon Oktoberfest.

[joeobx]

usually love it, will hoard up a couple case's for when it disappears but don't know this year....guess I'll have to get another case and try it

[bigdix]

Does anyone know when this will hit shelves? I am in withdrawl big time. Its my favorite beer and I gotta have it soooooonnnn

It's already out as far as I know...just depends on where you are I think. I had some last week :dr

[dwoodward]

I might have to try this one. I was looking for a good brew the other night with the girlfriend, she pointed this one out. But I said I wasn't sure since I haven't had it.

[BigCat]

Picked up a 12 pack - drank 4 of them. I thought it was pretty darn good.

[Montano]

Available @ Vons for a couple weeks now. I'm on my 2nd 12-pack :)

[CEC_Tech]

It's not a bad brew, although I am partial to Sammy. I'm not a fan of the winter ale though. Boston Lager and Boston Ale are my go to beers most of the time.

[pektel]

Bought a sixer of the sam adam's octoberfest. It was rather "meh". I actually prefer Michelob Marzen to it.

[longknocker]

It's already out as far as I know...just depends on where you are I think. I had some last week :dr

Not In @ Sam's Club Yet.:td

[hornitosmonster]

Saw it at the Arrowhead Total Wine (Phoenix).

Waiting for it to get to Costco. I did pick up a case of Spaten Oktoberfest at Costco.

[bigliver]

Just cracked open my first one of the season. It's good.

[Coach Deg]

Not In @ Sam's Club Yet.:td

Should be there anyday now. I bought a case at Sam's last weekend.

[Dunkel]

Saw it at the Arrowhead Total Wine (Phoenix).

Waiting for it to get to Costco. I did pick up a case of Spaten Oktoberfest at Costco.

No need to worry about Sam when Spaten is available! :chr

[jmsremax]

Its def out...lucky for us Massholes they are brewed right outside Boston. I have a 12 pack ready for the weekend. :tu

[Tredegar]

I have enjoyed this brew. I will have to enjoy some more...

[BigCat]

Anyone seen this yet? I'm starting to get the itch...

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

It's out right now for sure. I just haven't seen any yet.

[The Poet]

It started shipping here in NJ this past Monday. I expect a case to arrive in store tomorrow. As I still have a few squirrelled away from last year (and have been promised a few "samples" from my rep :D ), I'll not be buying any soon, so you're welcome to it. :tu

[BigCat]

It started shipping here in NJ this past Monday. I expect a case to arrive in store tomorrow. As I still have a few squirrelled away from last year (and have been promised a few "samples" from my rep :D ), I'll not be buying any soon, so you're welcome to it. :tu

This is excellent news. It's a long drive to Jersey, but I appreciate the offer. I'll be checking the stores around here this weekend.

[yachties23]

Maybe its me.... I still think the Winter ale is the best seasonal.

[kickerb]

I haven't seen any yet. I cannot wait! Love this stuff!

[The Poet]

Maybe its me.... I still think the Winter ale is the best seasonal.

I like it too, Brother Chris, as well as the recently "retired" Summer lager.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

I like it too, Brother Chris, as well as the recently "retired" Summer lager.

Well I'm in the minority I guess. I hated both Winter Lager and Summer Lager. In fact, the only Sam Adams I really enjoy to drink is Noble Pils. Actually, their Imperial Stout is decent as well.

[The Poet]

Well I'm in the minority I guess.


No such thing, brother. Diff'rent strokes. That's why Kellogg's makes Variety Packs. :tu



Say, does Kellogg's still make Variety Packs? :confused:

[Commander Quan]

I just had a couple pints of Oktoberfest at the bar last night.

I'm not sure which is the best S.A. beer but I know which two are the worst,
I'll always drink a Cherry Wheat and the Cranberry Lambic when I want a :sl and a :pu respectively.

[BigCat]

I just stopped at the store and asked when it would be in. The guy told me he TURNED IT DOWN because it was too early. As he was turning white from me choking him, he promised me he'd get it next week for me. Then he sold me spaten, which I'd been wanting to try. I know others swear by it, but it isn't doing anything for me. Next week can't come soon enough.
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[Commander Quan]

Does he know that Oktoberfest starts in 5 weeks?

[yachties23]

Well I'm in the minority I guess. I hated both Winter Lager and Summer Lager. In fact, the only Sam Adams I really enjoy to drink is Noble Pils. Actually, their Imperial Stout is decent as well.

I really can't do the noble pils... i feel like I'm drinking a glass of potpourri.

The winter beers (Chocolate stout, old fezziwig, and the winter ale) are my three favorite of the seasonals.

[BigCat]

Does he know that Oktoberfest starts in 5 weeks?

I have to confess that I didn't know that - I just know I like the beer.

[boom]

I still have a half a case of Oktoberfest from last year... I have not had any SA since... the worst I have had...and I used to look forward to the Oktoberfest.... too bad

[hammondc]

I still have a half a case of Oktoberfest from last year... I have not had any SA since... the worst I have had...and I used to look forward to the Oktoberfest.... too bad

This. It was horrible last year. I have pretty much moved over to Spaten Optimator now. I may get a 6er of the SA Oktoberfest to see if it is better this year.

Side note, DogfishHead Punkin will be out soon . OH YEAH!!!

[cobra03]

I had some last night on draft at the bar. i was kind of suprised it was out all ready but i have never paid much attention. The bar tender said they were getting alot of their October beers in next week along with Southern Tier Pump -King which im pretty fond of. :noon

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Draft is much better than bottles IMO. Although either way, this beer is still underrated by beer geeks. I'm just a fan of German style lagers in general.

[BigCat]

I happily stumbled across it at Meijers last night and couldn't wait to get home. I really enjoyed it, as usual. I agree with someone who posted in here that last year's was a little sub-par, but this stuff was spot on. I'll be a happy beer drinker for the next little while.

[Emjaysmash]

Is there a difference between the Oktoberfest and Octoberfest? I had the Octoberfest the other night. It was ok.

[The Poet]

Is there a difference between the Oktoberfest and Octoberfest? I had the Octoberfest the other night. It was ok.


Sam Adams uses the English-ized "Octoberfest" appellation rather than the correct German "Oktoberfest". So if somebody is selling Sam with a "K", it is as counterfeit as a glass-top Cohiba.

BTW, I did NOT get the case I ordered last week, My rep was just in here, and said they sold out of the first shipment of bottles in two days. I was assured I'd get it in tomorrow, since they just got another thousand cases in the warehouse. Then there will be one more shipment, and no more until next year.

[Glyveth]

Drinking this Octoberfest now! *does the 4th bottle dance*

[Altra]

Just found and picked up a case today. Chilling right now waiting for later :D

Shawn

[Kneo]

I picked up a case the other day. Good stuff

[yourchoice]

Side note, DogfishHead Punkin will be out soon . OH YEAH!!!

The bar tender said they were getting alot of their October beers in next week along with Southern Tier Pump -King which im pretty fond of. :noon

If you like Pumpkin beers you should try Weyerbacher's Imperial Pumpkin. It's my favorite of what I've tried.

I didn't care for last year's DFH Punkin. I understand they tweak it each year, so I'll probably give it another try this year.

[irratebass]

Had the Oktoberfest for the 1st time this past Thursday, I drank 4 of these in one setting with dinner with friends. I am hooked and will picking up more.

[GreekGodX]

So I had to have some Octoberfest over the weekend. Got the Sam Adams Harvest Collection that has 2 of bunch of beers including Octoberfest. I wanted to try their pumpkin ale and get oktoberfest so it killed 2 birds with one stone :)

That is until I tried one of the Bonfire r-something. OMG :pu awful! Literally tastes like bonfire :td Pumpkin ale is good but Octoberfest is better!

[irratebass]

I am hoping to pick up some more SA this upcoming weekend.

[BigCat]

So I had to have some Octoberfest over the weekend. Got the Sam Adams Harvest Collection that has 2 of bunch of beers including Octoberfest. I wanted to try their pumpkin ale and get oktoberfest so it killed 2 birds with one stone :)

That is until I tried one of the Bonfire r-something. OMG :pu awful! Literally tastes like bonfire :td Pumpkin ale is good but Octoberfest is better!

I agree as to just about everything you said, except I thought the bonfire stuff was just bad - not awful. It really does taste like campfire smoke. I'm going to stock up on a few more cases of octoberfest and then look forward to the winter sampler pack. That has some good stuff in it.

Now get back to studying :D