beer hauls

[Blindjimme]

That is interesting. The good part would tasting after aging. The hard part would staying out of it! I may try this with a couple bottles of the Red Chimay, just for a few months or so.

[Darrell]

I live in CA, we don't have basements or anything similar to a cellar. What would you guys recommend as a means of storage?

[Jbailey]

I got some 08 Chimay put away and some Founders Backwoods Bastard. I also plan on putting some favorite seasonal beers away not to age but to get be through till it comes around again. I forgot to stock up Ale Asylum Satisfaction Jackson this year. :mad:

Enjoying a Lake Louie Warped Speed Scotch Ale.

[Jbailey]

I live in CA, we don't have basements or anything similar to a cellar. What would you guys recommend as a means of storage?

Any utility room or closets that might be not on an outside wall? They might be a bit cooler then the rest of the home.

[awsmith4]

I live in CA, we don't have basements or anything similar to a cellar. What would you guys recommend as a means of storage?

Any utility room or closets that might be not on an outside wall? They might be a bit cooler then the rest of the home.

I just keep mine in a bottom cabinet in the kitchen that is away from the stove and the air duct, it stays about 60-65 degrees. I would love to be cooler but it seems to be ok

[Darrell]

A few new ones and some old favorites.

http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/1074/20100310143519.jpg (http://img28.imageshack.us/i/20100310143519.jpg/)

[newcigarz]

No pics, but today was 6 pk Sierra Torpedo, 6 Pk Lagunitas Dogtown Pale Ale,
1 Bottle Victory Baltic Thunder.

[Skywalker]

Here is what I picked up tonight!!!
http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/2368/sn30th.jpg
These are big bottles!!!

[Darrell]

Here is what I picked up tonight!!!
http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/2368/sn30th.jpg
These are big bottles!!!

Did you get me some of those Lagunitas? :dr

[Skywalker]

Did you get me some of those Lagunitas? :dr

Do you want me to pick up a few???

[newcigarz]

Here is what I picked up tonight!!!
http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/2368/sn30th.jpg
These are big bottles!!!


Have you tried the anniv yet?

[Skywalker]

Have you tried the anniv yet?

I plan to tonight!!!:tu

[Darrell]

I plan to tonight!!!:tu

I think you should try it before work. :2

[Skywalker]

Have you tried the anniv yet?

Wow!!!

I was not expecting something so rich!!!

This is a dark, thick, roasted stout!!! The flavor is off the hook!!!

The foam looks like a rich cappuccino and it lasts forever!!!

This puts other beers to shame!!!:dr

[Red]

Wow!!!

I was not expecting something so rich!!!

This is a dark, thick, roasted stout!!! The flavor is off the hook!!!

The foam looks like a rich cappuccino and it lasts forever!!!

This puts other beers to shame!!!:dr

ill be getting some soon then if its that good!

[barbourjay]

Wow!!!

I was not expecting something so rich!!!

This is a dark, thick, roasted stout!!! The flavor is off the hook!!!

The foam looks like a rich cappuccino and it lasts forever!!!

This puts other beers to shame!!!:dr

you guys on the west coast suck, you get everything that is great.

local shop finally got their shipments so i picked up a case of 120 min IPA, glissade, Bigfoot, konings quad, rochefort 8, arrogant bastard, double bastard and oaked arrogant bastard and a few other random stouts that i've never had.

[mastershogun]

http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/6852/img0702q.jpg (http://img249.imageshack.us/i/img0702q.jpg/)

New Glarius:
Unplugged Cherry Stout
Unplugged Old English Port
Unplugged Imperial Saison
Road slush
Founders:
Breakfast Stout
Kentucky Bourbon Stout

[BlackDog]

http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/6852/img0702q.jpg (http://img249.imageshack.us/i/img0702q.jpg/)

New Glarius:
Unplugged Cherry Stout
Unplugged Old English Port
Unplugged Imperial Saison
Road slush
Founders:
Breakfast Stout
Kentucky Bourbon Stout
That is one awesome Midwest haul. Very good drinking there. Prost!

[newcigarz]

http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/6852/img0702q.jpg (http://img249.imageshack.us/i/img0702q.jpg/)

New Glarius:
Unplugged Cherry Stout
Unplugged Old English Port
Unplugged Imperial Saison
Road slush
Founders:
Breakfast Stout
Kentucky Bourbon Stout

:dr

[mastershogun]

http://img249.imageshack.us/img249/6852/img0702q.jpg (http://img249.imageshack.us/i/img0702q.jpg/)

New Glarius:
Unplugged Cherry Stout
Unplugged Old English Port
Unplugged Imperial Saison
Road slush
Founders:
Breakfast Stout
Kentucky Bourbon Stout

some how bohemian lager unplugged didn't make it in the picture :D

[macpappy]

I had the Kilt Lifter, Extra Stout, Brother Thelonius and Rip Tide at the beer festival this weekend. Haven't tried the Rogue's but found them so decided to buy them.

[macpappy]

bigger shot

[gvarsity]

08 Stone Vertical Epic Ale bomber

Full Sail Ltd Series Recipe #1

Don't have a camera handy. I know post worthless without pics.

[landhoney]

This is a couple weeks old, but didn't get a chance to post it, and its actually two hauls that happened a couple days apart:
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2712/4455303419_4cbd12294a.jpg
The one I'm most excited about is the Fantome, picking up all the non-New Glarus stuff at Total Wine we are at the checkout and I hear my wife behind say, "Fantome?" My ears perked up and I said, "What did you say?":D They only had a couple bottles and I asked the person at checkout why they weren't on the shelf? She said that when they only have a few bottles left of something they are not getting more of they put them up at checkout. So for all you Total wine beer buyers, be sure to look around the checkout area :tu
Fantome is a very small Belgian brewery that you almost never see here in the states (unless you're lucky). They don't really brew to any certain style, most are considered Saisons/Farmhouse Ales, but their beers are all very very unique.
The best part though, as a homebrewer, is the yeast at the bottom of the bottle. It will be harvested to brew my own saison. :banger

[BlackDog]

LH, how do you go about harvesting and propgating the yeast from the Fantome saison? Does one bottle yield enough yeast to work with?
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[landhoney]

LH, how do you go about harvesting and propgating the yeast from the Fantome saison? Does one bottle yield enough yeast to work with?
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You basically pour the beer out carefully and try not to disturb the bottom of the bottle, leave as much as you can in the bottle before getting any of the yeast from the bottom into the glass, I err on the side of caution. Then you swirl around the remaining beer to get the yeast off the bottom that is stuck there. Have your small starter ready when you drink the beer.

You have to baby the starter, start small (pint or less) and clean (sanitized well, as always) and with low gravity starter wort (say below 1.030) and then build it up (add more starter wort when you see yeast activty for a while), and then build it up again until you get a useasble amount (for your 5gallon batch or whatever). I'd say it has worked nine times out of ten with various bottle conditioned beers, the failures may have been my fault or maybe there just wasn't any viable yeast in the bottle. But most of the time it works, just make sure it is a bottle conditioned beer and that the brewery doesn't pasteurize or filter and bottle with a different yeast strain than you want for your beer. :tu

Hope this covers it, hope I was specific enough, but I'm not very scientific with this stuff.....relatively speaking, it is brewing after all. :D Let me know if you have any other questions. :tu

[Resipsa]

:xxx:xxx

[sikk50]

Picked up two bottles f the Sierra Nevada 30th, thinking I will go pick up two more while they're still on sale

[Jbailey]

:xxx:xxx

Need any help drinking those Vic? :)

[Resipsa]

Need any help drinking those Vic? :)No.

http://factoryjoe.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2007/gollum.jpg

[MikeyC]

Went to the new Whole Foods the other day in Dedham, MA. My understanding is this is their largest store in the USA. They have a great selection of beer & wine there. So, I picked up a 4-pack of the new Weyerbacher Double Simcoe and a 6-er of Bear Republic Racer 5.

I love beers that have Simcoe hops in them, but after drinking the Double Simcoe I can honestly say the saying "too much of a good thing" applies here. The Racer 5 was great though. Reminds me a lot of Dogfish 60 with a little less sweetness and a little more of a bitter finish.

[Skywalker]

Went to the new Whole Foods the other day in Dedham, MA. My understanding is this is their largest store in the USA. They have a great selection of beer & wine there. So, I picked up a 4-pack of the new Weyerbacher Double Simcoe and a 6-er of Bear Republic Racer 5.

I love beers that have Simcoe hops in them, but after drinking the Double Simcoe I can honestly say the saying "too much of a good thing" applies here. The Racer 5 was great though. Reminds me a lot of Dogfish 60 with a little less sweetness and a little more of a bitter finish.

I'm a big fan of the Racer 5!!!:tu

[BlackDog]

Picked up a 6'er of Odell's IPA to take to a buddy's house last night. Was very good, would buy again.

[NCRadioMan]

Just made a run:

More Lagunitas IPA Maximus
Chimay taster set with a nice open mouth Chaimay glass
Left Hand Double IPA
Old Rasputin

[Jbailey]

Just made a run:

Left Hand Double IPA


Is that the twin sister double IPA?

[NCRadioMan]

Is that the twin sister double IPA?

Yep! :banger

[Jbailey]

That is a great beer, enjoy!!

[Jbailey]

Oh F**K Me

I wasn't planning on buying much just a six pack of John Henry, but I found these.

Plan on drinking one on a bit and putting at least four to six bottles away.
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/7890/kbs.jpg (http://img338.imageshack.us/i/kbs.jpg/)

[NCRadioMan]

Oh F**K Me

I wasn't planning on buying much just a six pack of John Henry, but I found these.

Plan on drinking one on a bit and putting at least four to six bottles away.
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/7890/kbs.jpg (http://img338.imageshack.us/i/kbs.jpg/)

My shop had these but I decided not to get any. Any good?

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

My shop had these but I decided not to get any. Any good?

If you liked the original Breakfast stout, Im sure you will like this stuff.

[mastershogun]

If you liked the original Breakfast stout, Im sure you will like this stuff.

:tpd: very good. i'd buy any i could get my hands on :banger

[BlackDog]

I bought another 4 pack of KBS yesterday. I think this may be the best beer I've ever had. Seriously.
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[BeerAdvocate]

I bought another 4 pack of KBS yesterday. I think this may be the best beer I've ever had. Seriously.
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Good, but I prefer Goose Island Bourbon County Stout!!!

[BlackDog]

I bought another 4 pack of KBS yesterday. I think this may be the best beer I've ever had. Seriously.

Good, but I prefer Goose Island Bourbon County Stout!!!
Sounds like a tasty side-by-side taste test! :tu

[BlackDog]

Ha! Check out this thread on BA today.

http://beeradvocate.com/forum/read/2670785

[leasingthisspace]

I need to find some KBS.
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[Resipsa]

Oh F**K Me

I wasn't planning on buying much just a six pack of John Henry, but I found these.

Plan on drinking one on a bit and putting at least four to six bottles away.
http://img338.imageshack.us/img338/7890/kbs.jpg (http://img338.imageshack.us/i/kbs.jpg/)



Your Web Order Number: 343810 has been shipped.

The Shipping Carrier is FEDEX GROUND.

The Carrier Tracking Number is ********

Mar 26, 2010 7:29 AM

On FedEx vehicle for delivery

What oh what could it be??????:dr

[Jbailey]

If you got some KBS coming you will enjoy it Vic!

[Resipsa]

If you got some KBS coming you will enjoy it Vic!
I overpaid Dave but scored a case. I can't get Founders here in New York, so sometimes you have to bite the bullet if you want something.:D

[Resipsa]

I was suppossed to make the two hour drive down for this this
morning, but plans changed:td

http://beeradvocate.com/forum/read/2617241

hope to be able to make some
of the later releases

[icehog3]

I was suppossed to make the two hour drive down for this this
morning, but plans changed:td

http://beeradvocate.com/forum/read/2617241

hope to be able to make some
of the later releases

What happened, they sell out early Vic?

[BlackDog]

Vic, sorry that's not working out. I think the whole "limited release" thing has gotten out of hand. Getting tickets so I can stand in line and buy beer just doesn't make for much fun in my book. Surly's "Darkness Day" here in Minneapolis is the same way. I'm sure they are great beers, but I'm not interested in wrestling in line to be one of the first 800 people (in Surly's case) so I can buy their beer. For Three Floyds' Dark Lord Day, tickets were $20 each. Buy tickets to stand in line to buy beer? Not for me.

[Resipsa]

What happened, they sell out early Vic?

I got my weekly "can you help me with something" phone call :)

[MikeyC]

I just picked up a 4-pack of Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stout. I'm enjoying a glass of it now. The first few sips I picked up on an awful metallic after taste. Future sips though were much more enjoyable. It's enjoyable but maybe a little too "burnt" tasting for my liking.

[newcigarz]

I just picked up a 4-pack of Brooklyn Black Chocolate Stout. I'm enjoying a glass of it now. The first few sips I picked up on an awful metallic after taste. Future sips though were much more enjoyable. It's enjoyable but maybe a little too "burnt" tasting for my liking.


Not sure what temp you are drinking this at, but IMHO this beer needs to warm-up to be fully enjoyed.

[Jbailey]

Saw this posted up and thought it was interesting about the Founders KBS.

"KBS will be available in ten states: MI, OH, IN, IL, WI, MA, NJ, PA, NC, and SC."

[MikeyC]

Not sure what temp you are drinking this at, but IMHO this beer needs to warm-up to be fully enjoyed.

Agreed! I drank that glass of beer pretty slowly and the warmer it got the better it tasted. By the end, I was definitely enjoying the beer. I wasn't blown away by it but it was good.

[BlackDog]

Saw this posted up and thought it was interesting about the Founders KBS.

"KBS will be available in ten states: MI, OH, IN, IL, WI, MA, NJ, PA, NC, and SC."
It's available in MN too.

[St. Lou Stu]

Saw this posted up and thought it was interesting about the Founders KBS.

"KBS will be available in ten states: MI, OH, IN, IL, WI, MA, NJ, PA, NC, and SC."

I have it here.... :D
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7E8n6eXtqI/AAAAAAAAPQE/94wtvzLLLY0/s800/IMG_0028%5B1%5D.JPG

I also got:
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7E8oTmbMkI/AAAAAAAAPQI/hNz74JYLqb8/s800/IMG_0029%5B1%5D.JPG

[Resipsa]

Vic, sorry that's not working out. I think the whole "limited release" thing has gotten out of hand. Getting tickets so I can stand in line and buy beer just doesn't make for much fun in my book. Surly's "Darkness Day" here in Minneapolis is the same way. I'm sure they are great beers, but I'm not interested in wrestling in line to be one of the first 800 people (in Surly's case) so I can buy their beer. For Three Floyds' Dark Lord Day, tickets were $20 each. Buy tickets to stand in line to buy beer? Not for me.
I hear you Warren. I've never been to one of these brewery events, and thought I 'd check it out. Seems like an awful lot of trouble though.

[Resipsa]

I have it here.... :D
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7E8n6eXtqI/AAAAAAAAPQE/94wtvzLLLY0/s800/IMG_0028%5B1%5D.JPG

I also got:
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7E8oTmbMkI/AAAAAAAAPQI/hNz74JYLqb8/s800/IMG_0029%5B1%5D.JPG

What the ****? Well buy it up Tim and ship it to me, :dr.........no seriously.........

no really seriously, :dr

[Resipsa]

Today's MA run got me 3 bottles of the SN 30th Anniversary, 2 bottles of the Lost Abbey Angel's Share, a six pack of Founders Red Rye, and a growler of a local, Opa Opa Raspberry Wheat. It was a good trip. :D

[Guitarman-S.T-]

Damnit!
my shop is out of the KBS and just ran out of Surly Smoke...
-I guess they may get surly 4 tomorrow but my luck will be limited on actually getting any lol

[BlackDog]

I have it here.... :D
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7E8n6eXtqI/AAAAAAAAPQE/94wtvzLLLY0/s800/IMG_0028%5B1%5D.JPG

You've still got Nemesis? That sold out in about 14 minutes here in MN. I consider myself rather lucky to have landed one 4 pack.

[Sauer Grapes]

Got three bombers of Sublimely Self-Righteous today. Thinking I should have bought more as I love that beer.

[St. Lou Stu]

You've still got Nemesis? That sold out in about 14 minutes here in MN. I consider myself rather lucky to have landed one 4 pack.

I'm going to go back and buy everything in that picture tomorrow.
@ $23/4pack, I'd appreciate any leads on nearby housing since my wife will have my ass!

[Guitarman-S.T-]

Let me know if you ever need some Bank- and must part with a few ;)

[mastershogun]

I have it here.... :D
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7E8n6eXtqI/AAAAAAAAPQE/94wtvzLLLY0/s800/IMG_0028%5B1%5D.JPG

I also got:
http://lh6.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7E8oTmbMkI/AAAAAAAAPQI/hNz74JYLqb8/s800/IMG_0029%5B1%5D.JPG

sweet nemesis... i wasn't able to get a hold of any. they sold out here in chicago very quickly. up for a trade?

[Jbailey]

Holy Crap Tim!!!!

[St. Lou Stu]

Tonight's haul...
http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs375.snc3/24055_392514154560_656354560_3565937_3976868_n.jpg

[BlackDog]

Tonight's haul...
http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs375.snc3/24055_392514154560_656354560_3565937_3976868_n.jpg

"...And the fans go ccrraazzyy for St. Lou Stu's beer haul!!!"

http://www.theage.com.au/ffximage/2007/02/01/mexican_wave_wideweb__470x309,0.jpg

[Resipsa]

Tonight's haul...
http://hphotos-snc3.fbcdn.net/hs375.snc3/24055_392514154560_656354560_3565937_3976868_n.jpg

Nice Tim!

[Skywalker]

Scored a case:
http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/9163/30thannicase.jpg
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/1799/30thannicase02.jpg

[newcigarz]

Scored a case:
http://img31.imageshack.us/img31/9163/30thannicase.jpg
http://img34.imageshack.us/img34/1799/30thannicase02.jpg

I have a love/hate relationship with your posts. :tu:td

[landhoney]

Scored a case:


I got a bottle of this, all I kept seeing was the stout. I thought, "where are the other ones, aren't there supposed to be four different beers?" Then the beer store guy informed me they're rolling them out one at a time over the coming months. So more beer hauls ahead!

Anyone tried this yet? Good reviews for the most part on BA.
This ones going in the cellar for sure, need to buy more to drink and possibly cellar more if its excellent.

[newcigarz]

I got a bottle of this, all I kept seeing was the stout. I thought, "where are the other ones, aren't there supposed to be four different beers?" Then the beer store guy informed me they're rolling them out one at a time over the coming months. So more beer hauls ahead!

Anyone tried this yet? Good reviews for the most part on BA.
This ones going in the cellar for sure, need to buy more to drink and possibly cellar more if its excellent.

Hey Seth, where did you find it?

[landhoney]

Hey Seth, where did you find it?

BX Beer Depot, you have to be a homebrewer to buy it though. ;s They require you to buy at least 10lbs of grain or extract, 3 ounces of hops, and a yeast packet to purchase this beer.



















;):r Joking :D

[newcigarz]

BX Beer Depot, you have to be a homebrewer to buy it though. ;s They require you to buy at least 10lbs of grain or extract, 3 ounces of hops, and a yeast packet to purchase this beer.

;):r Joking


:r

Just remember your good buddy if you see it again. :tu

[Skywalker]

I have a love/hate relationship with your posts. :tu:td

;s


I'm with Seth! I have to age a few bottles!!!

[Jbailey]

Grabbed a four pack of Founders Breakfast Stout and a bottle of Orval Trappist Ale.

[Salvelinus]

http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae250/NEKvt/Beers.jpg

My local sold out of the Sierra before I could get any. Found an off the radar shop with a few cases while traveling. Wish I had the cash for more. First time I had seen the SSR, and had been looking for the John John for a while too. I love the whisky barrel aged beers. The 12oz is the last bottle from a six pack, that I am finishing as I type.

[landhoney]

Last night:

DFH Palo Santo
DFH Worldwide Stout
NC Old Stock Ale 2010 (I think I've got a nice vertical of this going, 2008-2010 now)
Bell's Expedition Stout
Orval

All but the Orval are going in the cellar for a long nap. :tu

[Resipsa]

Last night:

DFH Palo Santo
DFH Worldwide Stout
NC Old Stock Ale 2010 (I think I've got a nice vertical of this going, 2008-2010 now)
Bell's Expedition Stout
Orval

All but the Orval are going in the cellar for a long nap. :tu

I had grabbed any of the 2009 or 2010 old stock yet, but the 2008 is NICE right now:xxx

what year is the WWS?

[Jbailey]

Last night:

DFH Palo Santo
DFH Worldwide Stout
NC Old Stock Ale 2010 (I think I've got a nice vertical of this going, 2008-2010 now)
Bell's Expedition Stout
Orval

All but the Orval are going in the cellar for a long nap. :tu

I saw some DFH Palo Santo but passed for a few other things. I also recently bought a bottle of Orval. It wasn't bad but I still prefer Westmalle double.:tu

[landhoney]

what year is the WWS?

No idea, but I'll check. :tu

I saw some DFH Palo Santo but passed for a few other things. I also recently bought a bottle of Orval. It wasn't bad but I still prefer Westmalle double.:tu

I like Orval every so often but its not my favorite either, I really bought this particular one for the yeast/Brett. I added the dreggs of a bottle to half a batch of Saison right before bottling and it turned into one of my favorite homebrewed beers (very different from the non-Orval'ed other half). I also have a couple bottles in the cellar (a couple years old I think -need to check them), they are supposed to change quite a bit with a couple years on them, some don't feel it's an improvement, but I want to try myself. I guess you get less hop flavor/aroma and it gets a little funkier/drier....not sure the 'drier' is possible though.

[Jbailey]

Whenever you pop open those Orval's you've been sitting on I would be curious how there are and also compared to a fresh one.

[landhoney]

Whenever you pop open those Orval's you've been sitting on I would be curious how there are and also compared to a fresh one.

The Shack it is! :tu

[Resipsa]

We should have a beer tasting table at the Shack, ;)


No pics, but tonight I grabbed:

6 bottles of GI Nightstalker, and 1 bottle of Widmer Brothers Reserve Cherry Oak Dopplebock. This beer has been staring at me the last few times I went in the store like a kitten at the animal shelter. Figured I should rescue it.

[Jbailey]

I heard the GI Nightstalker was the same beer in the Bourbon County. Just stored in the bourbon barrels?

I would like to compare myself.

[Resipsa]

I heard the GI Nightstalker was the same beer in the Bourbon County. Just stored in the bourbon barrels?

I would like to compare myself.It's the same base, but as they put it, "dry hopped like madmen."

[landhoney]

We should have a beer tasting table at the Shack, ;)


We're planning on it, soon after the official announcement is made we'll start a thread. Not sure what the ;) is for, bad idea or something?

[Mark]

Picked up three of these this week - Brooklyn Black Ops. PHENOMENAL! On a scale from zero to college student, I am currently Taiwanese-sweat-shop-worker poor, so that was my beer budget for pretty much the whole month.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v202/iamkram/IMG00004-20100325-2238.jpg

Oh right and a case of Magic Hat Vinyl, with a free set of magic hat glasses from the rep :tu

[Resipsa]

We're planning on it, soon after the official announcement is made we'll start a thread. Not sure what the ;) is for, bad idea or something?

Not a bad idea at all, a good idea. Had no idea that anyone was planning on it.:banger

[kydsid]

Some new lager from Espana and and old fav Brooklyns along with a new stout.

http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/7339/003tnn.jpg




The spanish beer is quite good. Will make a great summer drink. Clean, crisp but still very tasty

[Sauer Grapes]

Some new lager from Espana and and old fav Brooklyns along with a new stout.

http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/7339/003tnn.jpg




The spanish beer is quite good. Will make a great summer drink. Clean, crisp but still very tasty

Estrella Damm is actually a very old beer. Zane drank it on his three sheets trip to Spain. Glad you like it.

[kydsid]

Estrella Damm is actually a very old beer. Zane drank it on his three sheets trip to Spain. Glad you like it.

Yup it is good. It is 'new' to me, but it passed my will try it when I read it had been made since 1856 or some such. Simple rule for beer, made form more than 100 years? I'll drink it. :D

[landhoney]

I had grabbed any of the 2009 or 2010 old stock yet, but the 2008 is NICE right now:xxx


Old Stock '07, '08, '07, '10....wait, where's the '09? D'OH!:bh Anybody got an extra?:D

Whenever you pop open those Orval's you've been sitting on I would be curious how there are and also compared to a fresh one.

Didn't realize I had a nice little vertical going, hard to see the labels, but I've got '07, '08, and '09 :tu

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4066/4503664205_3bee241d02.jpg

[Resipsa]

Old Stock '07, '08, '07, '10....wait, where's the '09? D'OH!:bh Anybody got an extra?:D



Didn't realize I had a nice little vertical going, hard to see the labels, but I've got '07, '08, and '09 :tu

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4066/4503664205_3bee241d02.jpg
I might be out by that store again next week, if they still have it I'll bring some to the shack, :=:

[St. Lou Stu]

We should have a beer tasting table at the Shack, ;)




We're planning on it, soon after the official announcement is made we'll start a thread. Not sure what the ;) is for, bad idea or something?


Brilliant!:tu

[Skywalker]

Love that Old Stock!!!:dr

[landhoney]

Cigar City - Big Sound Scotch Ale
more Orval :rolleyes::r
Sierra Nevada 30th Anni Stout - already have some of this, wonder what I should do with this bottle :hm......

[Tripp]

Picked up a 6er of Dogfish Head 60 today.

[newcigarz]

Cigar City - Big Sound Scotch Ale
more Orval :rolleyes::r
Sierra Nevada 30th Anni Stout - already have some of this, wonder what I should do with this bottle :hm......

:chr

[St. Lou Stu]

This Friday's episode of "Dude got more Imperial Stout".....

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7-3DGdpQ2I/AAAAAAAAPkY/DYX8c2k78mA/s800/P1020964.JPG

[Resipsa]

This Friday's episode of "Dude got more Imperial Stout".....

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S7-3DGdpQ2I/AAAAAAAAPkY/DYX8c2k78mA/s800/P1020964.JPG

:r You can never go wrong with Old Raspy, ;)

[BlackDog]

Nice haul of stouts there, Tim. I've never had the Sam Smith Imperial Stout, but the Old Raspy and Yeti are top notch. Enjoy!

[St. Lou Stu]

Nice haul of stouts there, Tim. I've never had the Sam Smith Imperial Stout, but the Old Raspy and Yeti are top notch. Enjoy!

Yeah, I just had the Sam Smith.... worth $4... that's all I can say...:rolleyes:

Lookin forward to the Raspy and Yeti tomorrow.:tu

[Red]

cans of stout, bottle of local ipa
weekend starter pack :)
http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/attachment.php?attachmentid=5836&stc=1&d=1270900856

[Partagaspete]

Nice haul of stouts there, Tim. I've never had the Sam Smith Imperial Stout, but the Old Raspy and Yeti are top notch. Enjoy!

Sam Smith Imperial Stout is reallllllllly good stuff. Mmmm. specially if you get som older stuff that has been well maintained at a good temp. then it is amazaing (no, it is not a mispellen).

T

[Jbailey]

Well this was me just being lucky today. I was first going to just go to the local liquor store but at the last minute thought I would hit the big one on the east side of Madison. I was going to get some fixings for Dark n Stormy's. I grabbed my rum and thought what the hell I'll walk down the beer isles to see if anything jumps out at me. I've been cutting way back on beer lately and working out a lot. I was blown away by seeing packs of Founders KBS sitting on the shelf. I grabbed a couple packs and decided to put the rum back and with two free hands snagged four packs.

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/2301/kbsh.jpg (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/kbsh.jpg/)

[Resipsa]

Well this was me just being lucky today. I was first going to just go to the local liquor store but at the last minute thought I would hit the big one on the east side of Madison. I was going to get some fixings for Dark n Stormy's. I grabbed my rum and thought what the hell I'll walk down the beer isles to see if anything jumps out at me. I've been cutting way back on beer lately and working out a lot. I was blown away by seeing packs of Founders KBS sitting on the shelf. I grabbed a couple packs and decided to put the rum back and with two free hands snagged four packs.

http://img11.imageshack.us/img11/2301/kbsh.jpg (http://img11.imageshack.us/i/kbsh.jpg/)
WTF.. u dont's even like like this. Send it to me.:=:

[BeerAdvocate]

I stopped at this out of the way liquor store today and found 2 bottles of SN 30th Anniversary Ale and a 4pk of Goose Island Bourbon County Stout FROM 2007 sitting on the shelf. SCORE!!!!

[Guitarman-S.T-]

I stopped at this out of the way liquor store today and found 2 bottles of SN 30th Anniversary Ale and a 4pk of Goose Island Bourbon County Stout FROM 2007 sitting on the shelf. SCORE!!!!

Awesome score! has any one been drinking the 30th anny yet?

[Resipsa]

Awesome score! has any one been drinking the 30th anny yet?

I've picked up 4-5 bottles, but haven't cracked any yet. I do hear tell it is drinking awesome right now though

[Jbailey]

I've never been a fan of SN but I might try this 30th anny.

[Jbailey]

I got a call from a friend that found more KBS. I'm wondering if I need any more. :confused:

[NeverEnoughStick]

I got a call from a friend that found more KBS. I'm wondering if I need any more. :confused:

Can you ever have too much? I wish I lived near a state that carried this I hear so many good things about this. Enjoy you ability to acquire copious amounts :tu

[Jbailey]

Hello my name is Dave and I have a problem.

I grabbed two more packs of KBS just now. The guy at the store said they will know soon if they are getting a couple more cases.:tu

[Resipsa]

Hello my name is Dave and I have a problem.

I grabbed two more packs of KBS just now. The guy at the store said they will know soon if they are getting a couple more cases.:tu
If you're cellaring it, never enough!

[Jbailey]

If you're cellaring it, never enough!

indeed.

I'll drink a few here and there. Most of it will be in the cellar.

[St. Lou Stu]

Hello, my name is Tim and I am a Friend of Dave's.
I have a belly cellar.



**Mental note to go buy more KBS if my supplier has a new shipment**

[Salvelinus]

Drank one of the SN 30th's the other night. It was very good. A real different stout but I liked it. Have one more in the basement. A bevy close by has two cases that I feel like I should be buying up. Split?

[Jbailey]

I grabbed six more packs of KBS unfortunately I might keep one, most are for some friends.

[St. Lou Stu]

Nice avatar!

[Jbailey]

Thanks Tim.

I got a free avatar after buying enough KBS. :r

[D_A]

Just picked up some SN Torpedo Extra IPA, Sweetwater Road Trip, and Stone Levitation Ale.

[Guitarman-S.T-]

Alright boys.. ya made me do it ;)
I pretty much cleaned out my checking account for this one... My Fridge is full and my bank is empty lol.

But I hope it was well worth it :banger

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l126/guitarmanst/IMG_4275.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l126/guitarmanst/IMG_4273.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l126/guitarmanst/IMG_4274.jpg

[Jbailey]

You won't regret the KBS Sam. :tu

[Guitarman-S.T-]

You won't regret the KBS Sam. :tu

I better not ;) lol
Now I am wondering how much it would hurt to try to cellar a 4 pack just... In my fridge... I have no actual basement or cellar environment So should i let a 4 pack chill in the fridge for a year.. or just Slam On!

[LasciviousXXX]

Good choices my metal brother!!! Seriously good choices :tu

[Guitarman-S.T-]

My bank account doesn't agree hahaha, Needless to say I won't be drinking alot any time soon, Couldn't afford it by any means but now and then I may be able to crack a bottle
Horns Held High!

[Resipsa]

Alright boys.. ya made me do it ;)
I pretty much cleaned out my checking account for this one... My Fridge is full and my bank is empty lol.

But I hope it was well worth it :banger

http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l126/guitarmanst/IMG_4275.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l126/guitarmanst/IMG_4273.jpg
http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l126/guitarmanst/IMG_4274.jpg

I also spy with my big eye some Founders Red's Rye. Very tasty stuff that be.

[Guitarman-S.T-]

that Red Rye was Great! actually had one already and WOW! Unique stuff, Easily one of my favorites

[BlackDog]

ST, that is one awesome haul. Presuming you're not living on the street, that was totally worth it.

I found a store nearby that has about 6 bottles of Smoke, but they're $18 each, and I'm not sure I want to spend that much on one bottle.

[Guitarman-S.T-]

ST, that is one awesome haul. Presuming you're not living on the street, that was totally worth it.

I found a store nearby that has about 6 bottles of Smoke, but they're $18 each, and I'm not sure I want to spend that much on one bottle.

I think my Smoke was about 18$ as well, Unsure if its worth it, But i know I wont open it until i have a botl with me to enjoy it :banger

[Wanger]

ST, that is one awesome haul. Presuming you're not living on the street, that was totally worth it.

I found a store nearby that has about 6 bottles of Smoke, but they're $18 each, and I'm not sure I want to spend that much on one bottle.

I think my Smoke was about 18$ as well, Unsure if its worth it, But i know I wont open it until i have a botl with me to enjoy it :banger

I think we all need to get together with Pete (Replicant_Argent) and have a beer and smoke herf sometime soon. :D

[BlackDog]

I think we all need to get together with Pete (Replicant_Argent) and have a beer and smoke herf sometime soon. :D

That would be a lot of fun. :tu

[gvarsity]

Went a little nuts in Mpls last weekend. I was on a mission while I was in town to get some Surly Abrasive Ale. I ended up buying a case... and a couple other random bottles.

https://mywebspace.wisc.edu/grash/web/BeerPics/BeerHaul.jpg

Victory Hop Wallop, Avery Maharaja IIPA, Lagunitas Little Sumpin Extra Deschutes Hop Henge IPA, Mirror Pond Pale Ale, Black Butte Porter
https://mywebspace.wisc.edu/grash/web/BeerPics/Bombers.jpghttps://mywebspace.wisc.edu/grash/web/BeerPics/deschutestrio.jpg

Flying Dog Gonzo Imperial Porter & Double Pale Ale Dark Horse Double Crooked Tree IPA
https://mywebspace.wisc.edu/grash/web/BeerPics/FlyingDog.jpghttps://mywebspace.wisc.edu/grash/web/BeerPics/DarkHorse.jpg

[Jbailey]

Looking pretty good Bob. :tu

[gvarsity]

Two more pics that didn't fit in the first post.

Surly Abrasive Ale Case
https://mywebspace.wisc.edu/grash/web/BeerPics/SurlyCaseSm.jpg
LOVE this stuff!! Right up there with the Three Floyds Dreadnaught IMHO. Will be drinking this all summer. At least I hope I can make it last that long. :D


Some B**ch Creek XX 20th anniversary
https://mywebspace.wisc.edu/grash/web/BeerPics/BchCreekXX.jpg

[gvarsity]

Looking pretty good Bob. :tu

Thanks. It is pretty good Dave! At least the two cans of Abrasive Ale I had last night. Although they about kicked my butt. Can't wait to try the rest of it. I haven't had any of them yet. Pretty much my summer beer haul. Saw the pictures of the KBS. How was it? Time for a micro-brew herf. :D

[Jbailey]

I love the KBS! I got a lot sitting in the basement and always looking for more.

[Jbailey]

Time for a micro-brew herf. :D

I will keep and eye on the calender and try to do something.

[St. Lou Stu]

Tuesday catch:
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S85DPIX2oNI/AAAAAAAAPl8/8dDFeaOaGM0/s800/P1020967.JPG

Wanna guess what I got for the wife?:p

[Jbailey]

Maybe she'll share that Night Stalker with ya.

[Resipsa]

Maybe she'll share that Night Stalker with ya.

Screw sharing, maybe Tim can trade his Raz for the Nightstalker.

[Jbailey]

If I ever had Raz I would trade it in a heartbeat for a bottle of Night Stalker. That's if Tim would trade. :r

[Resipsa]

Found this on close out at my beer store. This is from last summer, and they aren't making it anymore. Wasn't going to buy it since it's about 8 months old, but at 8% we figured it might be okay. the beer guy said if I try it and don't like it, he'll give me my money back.:banger So I grabbed a case, gave it to me for $36.00 bucks, down from $8.00 per bomber......score!:banger

[Jbailey]

Found this on close out at my beer store. This is from last summer, and they aren't making it anymore. Wasn't going to buy it since it's about 8 months old, but at 8% we figured it might be okay. the beer guy said if I try it and don't like it, he'll give me my money back.:banger So I grabbed a case, gave it to me for $36.00 bucks, down from $8.00 per bomber......score!:banger

Hopefully these guys are tasty. Nothing to sit on just something to drink up.

[kydsid]

Little Trip to Houston and stopped by Spec's which is one of the world's largest liquor stores. It is the same size of a grocery store. :D


http://img535.imageshack.us/img535/5347/fix2t.jpg


http://img269.imageshack.us/img269/6339/fix1y.jpg




P.S. I really miss my N95 when it comes time to take a picture.

[Jbailey]

I got the chance to try the Yeti and Three Philosophers and both were great! My friend traded for some stuff and got a few bottles of the Jubel 2010, kinda looking forward to trying it.

Will post some pictures of the DL later tonight.

[kydsid]

That is Great Divide Brewery's Yetti, not the other more popular one but ya I hope I enjoy it too.

[Jbailey]

That is Great Divide Brewery's Yetti, not the other more popular one but ya I hope I enjoy it too.

What's the more popular one?

[kydsid]

What's the more popular one?

Err brain fart. Temporarily confusing The Abyss as Yeti for some reason. I need to stop drinking. :D

[Jbailey]

My friend got some Abyss as well, really looking at trying that as well.

[Scimmia]

I tried some Abyss while in line. Very good.

[BlackDog]

I picked up 2 four packs of KBS today. This beer is just wonderful.

[Jbailey]

I picked up 2 four packs of KBS today. This beer is just wonderful.

I will agree.
:r:r:tu

[Bubba - NJ]

I picked up 2 four packs of KBS today. This beer is just wonderful.

What does it compare to ? Any similarities to anything else on the market ?

[BeerAdvocate]

What does it compare to ? Any similarities to anything else on the market ?

Goose Island Bourbon County Stout - I actually prefer it over KBS, but I know alot of people will disagree

[BlackDog]

Goose Island Bourbon County Stout - I actually prefer it over KBS, but I know alot of people will disagree
Blasphemy!! That's like comparing J&B blended to Highland 18 y/o single malt.

I think we need to vote Travis off of the island. :D :r

[Resipsa]

Goose Island Bourbon County Stout - I actually prefer it over KBS, but I know alot of people will disagree
I love both, 1-2, 2-1, pretty equal.

[Resipsa]

Stopped by a little out of the way shop to pick up a couple more bottles of Nightstalker, and found a 4 pack of OB TenFidy for $11.99 on the shelf.

No way I'm buying this at $17.99 which is what I see it at at every other store around here but I'll bite for $11.99, come to papa.

[Skywalker]

Latest from Sierra Nevada:
http://img339.imageshack.us/img339/8057/harvestsh2010.jpg

[camiller]

hmmm....

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_obboPQUlIBw/SoBeX8OPTyI/AAAAAAAAAz8/oqyI-2IMelA/s800/IMG_3925.JPG

currently tapped, Belgian pale ale, robust porter, Fat Tire clone :banger , and Bud Light ;s The fridge will hold up to 16 five gallon kegs of homebrew 8 per side.

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_obboPQUlIBw/SoBeVEHoRYI/AAAAAAAAAzw/Mft09QpC8Qg/s800/IMG_3906.JPG

[Jbailey]

That's not bad.

How long will a keg last before it goes bad?

[NeverEnoughStick]

:dr:dr

I would never leave my house!

[Jbailey]

Grabbed some

Goose Island Bourbon County Stout bombers
Goose Island Night Stalkers bombers
09 Three Philosophers
and a single bottle of SN 30th. (well see what I think of this stuff)

[camiller]

That's not bad.

How long will a keg last before it goes bad?

As long as you are using CO2 to push the beer and not a hand pump a keg will last a long time. Right now I have 10 of the 5 gallon homebrew kegs and 1 commercial keg in the fridge.

:dr:dr

I would never leave my house!

:D

[Jbailey]

As long as you are using CO2 to push the beer and not a hand pump a keg will last a long time.

Sounds good. I know years back I was looking at getting a kegerator with an old roommate.

[hornitosmonster]

What I picked up today

Sixer of Racer 5
Sixer 0f Bells Two Hearted
Sixer of DFH chicory stout
Sixer of Rogue mocha porter
Sixer of Bells batch 9000

[Darrell]

4 pack of Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout
6 pack of Sierra Nevada Torpedo IPA

[Darrell]

Chimay gift set with red, white, and blue, and a sweet goblet. $14.99 at Cost Plus World Market.

[BengalMan]

Grabbed some

Goose Island Bourbon County Stout bombers
Goose Island Night Stalkers bombers
09 Three Philosophers
and a single bottle of SN 30th. (well see what I think of this stuff)

Nice haul! I'm going to try and hunt down a SN 30th here soon. I'm out of Goose Island Bourbon County. Definitely buying more next year.

[newcigarz]

Jolly Pumpkin Bam Noire , Left Hand Chainsaw Ale, Stone Cali-Belgique , Sierra Nevada Summerfest, and some Fox Barrel Cider for the wife.

http://www.fototime.com/BC96EF9964973AA/orig.jpg

[Jbailey]

Eight bottles of Goose Island Bourbon County Coffee Stout!

[JE3146]

Jolly Pumpkin is one of my favorite splurge purchases. Spendy bottles, but I'm rarely disappointed by them.

[St. Lou Stu]

I don't have much to show of this haul besides my recent inactivity on the board......
But..... I found a local bar (I call it Heaven) that serves..... Old Raspy...... wait for it.......

ON TAP!!!!!:banger


PS - Talk to you guys when I come up for air

[Jbailey]

Sounds like a good night Tim!

[Skywalker]

My contact at Sierra Nevada came to my office bearing gifts!!!
http://img179.imageshack.us/img179/9846/oldchico.jpg
Thanks Jason!!!

[icehog3]

Eight bottles of Goose Island Bourbon County Coffee Stout!

:wo :dr

[MikeyC]

Earlier this week, I picked up a 6er of the Sam Adams Longshot pack. The coolest thing about this 6 pack is that the beers in it were developed by homebrewers. Longshot is a homebrewing contest Sam puts on every year and the three winning beers are brewed, bottled, and sold sold as 6 pack. They even put a picture of the homebrewer on the bottle's label. Is that cool or what?

The three beers this year are Lemon-Pepper Caesan, a Barley Wine, and an Old Ale. All three are pretty good beers, but I feel the Old Ale and Barley Wine beers are a little too similar of styles. It would be nicer if they had three beers that were a little more different. Last year's 6 pack had better variety with a Double IPA, Cranberry Wittbier, and a Traditional Boch.

[NCRadioMan]

Dead Guy 6'er
Lagunitas Hope Stoopid bomber
Lagunitas IPA Maximus 6'er
Founders Double Trouble 2x 4 packs
Westmalle Dubbel

[Jbailey]

Goose Island Bourbon Coffee Stout

One place I hit earlier still had three bottles left. I feel a little better. :D

[St. Lou Stu]

I have the most awesomest liquor store in the Galaxy!

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S-yU1-8-FiI/AAAAAAAAPzw/gzNxCOye8b8/s800/P1020970.JPG

[Resipsa]

need me some BCBCS:xxx:xxx:dr:dr

[Jbailey]

Nice haul Tim!

[nayslayer]

I'm picking up a keg of Sam Adams lager for the home bar

[mastershogun]

I have the most awesomest liquor store in the Galaxy!

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/S-yU1-8-FiI/AAAAAAAAPzw/gzNxCOye8b8/s800/P1020970.JPG

I like! :dr

[newcigarz]

Picked up three beers from a small upstart brewery here in S. FLorida. :D

A Saison - one of my favorite styles of beer. An IPA - something I drink often and enjoy. And a Brown Ale that I am told by the brewery is still carbonating so I will have to wait to enjoy that one.

I plan on doing reviews of all of these so keep a look out.

http://www.fototime.com/161EE22F76D10F4/standard.jpg


Saison Verzuur

http://www.fototime.com/275E3A2D79D9FC2/standard.jpg


Amarillo Slim IPA

http://www.fototime.com/B07ED044A3DB556/standard.jpg

British Bulldog Brown Ale.

http://www.fototime.com/CD8018DE2D2131D/standard.jpg

[landhoney]

Nice looking beers you got there. :D

Picked up three beers from a small upstart brewery here in S. FLorida. :D
I plan on doing reviews of all of these so keep a look out.

I'll keep an eye peeled.

[p@rick]

Just bought the new mini-keg of Bell's Oberon
This is the new keg art:
http://i406.photobucket.com/albums/pp149/pfgower/2010MiniKeg.png
I also picked up a bomber of:
Stone Russian Imperial Stout
and sixers of:
North Coast Old Rasputin
Short's Brewing Co. Brown Ale

[Skywalker]

The new Sierra Nevada 30th Anniversary Imperial Helles Bock is here!!!

I picked up a couple of bottles on my way home!!!
http://img686.imageshack.us/img686/1467/30thhellesbock.jpg
http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/6181/30thhellesbock02.jpg

[Wanger]

Picked up a 6 pack of Deschutes Twilight Ale, 3 bombers of Deschutes Black Butte Porter (for a seemingly amazing price), and a Yeti Oak Aged Chocolate Stout (which was promptly drank by my wife and I :D). Looking forward to trying both of the Deschutes.

[whodeeni]

Lucky Bastit! They were sold out at the one i went to! :r

Chimay gift set with red, white, and blue, and a sweet goblet. $14.99 at Cost Plus World Market.

[awsmith4]

Lucky Bastit! They were sold out at the one i went to! :r

I've seen these at Hop City, Mink's (Marietta), Total Wine (Marietta) and at quite a few other stores around town. If I'm out and see one again I'll let you know.

[whodeeni]

Any of you guys know where you can find seasonal beer out of season?

I'd like to find some full moon...

[awsmith4]

Any of you guys know where you can find seasonal beer out of season?

I'd like to find some full moon...

Try the stores I mentioned above as well as Jax in Cumming. Also Sherlock's on Barrett Pkwy tends to have a great selection of sesonals but never seems to move them all so they tend to have a good "out of season" selection

[Sawyer]

No pics, but made a restocking trip today.

Four different variations of Great Divide's Yeti and a four pack of Dogfish Head's Aprihop. Love the Aprihop. To me it is a sweeter version of the 60 Minute. I also picked up a sixer of Dale's Pale Ale and a 4 pack each of Gordon and Gubna by Oskar Blues. Don't let the can fool ya. These are really good beers. I also grabbed a cube of PBR, because you can never have enough of the greatest cheap beer in the world.

[Sawyer]

Any of you guys know where you can find seasonal beer out of season?

I'd like to find some full moon...

Try the stores I mentioned above as well as Jax in Cumming. Also Sherlock's on Barrett Pkwy tends to have a great selection of sesonals but never seems to move them all so they tend to have a good "out of season" selection

Not sure if they are able to keep beers out of season, but Green's on Ponce would be another good starting point. Jax in Cumming is a very well stocked place as mentioned by Albert. Also, Giant, on North Druid Hills in the Toco Hills shopping center, keeps a pretty good selection on hand. I love that it is only a block from my place.

[Jbailey]

Grabbed a bomber of Three Floyds Behemoth Blonde Barleywine and a bottle of Dogfish Head Raison D'extra.

[St. Lou Stu]

Tonight's haul....
4 4-packs of these little guys!!! (Notice that 12 on the neck of the left bottle.... that's ABV!)
They also have 112 IBU!
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/TBbKQrXrrVI/AAAAAAAAP4M/mR4Do292Pww/s800/IMG_0124.jpg

[awsmith4]

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg250/awsmith4/Cigar%20Pics/IMG_2286.jpg

Found some DD here as well!

[BlackDog]

I'd like to find some full moon...
http://forums.mg-rover.org/images/smilies/smiley_moon.gif

Sorry, couldn't help myself. :D

[hornitosmonster]

Today's Beer Haul
1 bottle of Sierra Nevada 30th Anniversary #2 (Bock)
3 bottles of Lagunitas Lucky 13
1 bottle Stone Sublimely Self Righteous Ale
1 bottle of Racer 5 IPA
1 bottle of El Camino (Un)Real Black Ale (collaboration between Stone / 21st Amendment / Firestone Walker)
1 375ml bottle of 2009 Angel's Share

[St. Lou Stu]

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg250/awsmith4/Cigar%20Pics/IMG_2286.jpg

Found some DD here as well!

SO, surely you've had the Devil Dancer by now Al... What did you think?

[awsmith4]

SO, surely you've had the Devil Dancer by now Al... What did you think?

I really enjoyed it, however it totally killed my palette for the rest of the evening so next time it will either be the only beer I have or the last. But even as hoppy as it was it was extremely well balanced

[St. Lou Stu]

I really enjoyed it, however it totally killed my palette for the rest of the evening so next time it will either be the only beer I have or the last. But even as hoppy as it was it was extremely well balanced

I have the perfect beer for you then.
I'll stash a sixer away. You going to Shack?

***Stu continues to scheme***

edit... nm, I see you on THE LIST muwhahahahahaha

[awsmith4]

I have the perfect beer for you then.
I'll stash a sixer away. You going to Shack?

***Stu continues to scheme***

edit... nm, I see you on THE LIST muwhahahahahaha

:lv

[ridenlive]

nothing fancy, other then a entire shelf full...

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Founders Devil Dancer :D

[St. Lou Stu]

Today's catch... I found a whole case
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/TFXOQEiFBhI/AAAAAAAAQIQ/Ssd9DjUMujk/s800/1000000151.JPG

[awsmith4]

Today's catch... I found a whole case
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_5U7D5eivx-c/TFXOQEiFBhI/AAAAAAAAQIQ/Ssd9DjUMujk/s800/1000000151.JPG

:dr:dr:dr

[St. Lou Stu]

Picked up two of these cute lil sons a *****es
http://gasko-meyer.com/Images/AmericanCraft/RogueXSImperialStout.jpg
Rouge XS Imperial Stout 7oz. 11%ABV

Specs:
26º PLATO
88 IBU
73 AA
256º Lovibond

[Jbailey]

Picked up two of these cute lil sons a *****es
http://gasko-meyer.com/Images/AmericanCraft/RogueXSImperialStout.jpg
Rouge XS Imperial Stout 7oz. 11%ABV


I tried one not that long ago. Interesting.

[St. Lou Stu]

I tried one not that long ago. Interesting.

These two are going on a road trip with me in a week and a half. ;)

[Jbailey]

These two are going on a road trip with me in a week and a half. ;)

oh, for the drive? :r

[St. Lou Stu]

oh, for the drive? :r

Maybe..... I hope something makes it to the end of the yellow brick road though.:D

[Bill86]

Dogfish head Theobroma today.

[BeerAdvocate]

Received my end of a beer trade on BeerAdvocate.com

2 bottles of Stone Cali-Belgie IPA
Stone 14 Imperial IPA
Stone Squall IPA - Naturally Fermented bottle conditioned 90min IPA

[Red]

give me a break down on that squall man..i almost grabbed some but was concerned

[BeerAdvocate]

give me a break down on that squall man..i almost grabbed some but was concerned

Stan loved it. I cant decide to drink it now or let it "condition" more!
I trade for the Cali-Belgie because you said it was awsome, you better be right!

[Bill86]

No pictures yet, but ...

the 2nd 30th anniversary Sierra nevada (dopplebock)
the 3rd 30th anniversary Sierra nevada (black barley wine)
Aventinus
Stone's Ruination IPA
Oskar blues Gubna

Some of which are no longer with us, they were delicious

[Bill86]

Received my end of a beer trade on BeerAdvocate.com

2 bottles of Stone Cali-Belgie IPA
Stone 14 Imperial IPA
Stone Squall IPA - Naturally Fermented bottle conditioned 90min IPA

Nice stone haul brother, I've yet to try the cali-belgie and squall let us now how they are :banger

The 14th is delicious, I'll pick up some more of that no doubt.

[kaisersozei]

Received my end of a beer trade on BeerAdvocate.com

2 bottles of Stone Cali-Belgie IPA
Stone 14 Imperial IPA
Stone Squall IPA - Naturally Fermented bottle conditioned 90min IPA


"Naturally fermented, bottle conditioned?" You bought a bottle of homebrew?

:D

[St. Lou Stu]

Picked up two of these cute lil sons a *****es
http://gasko-meyer.com/Images/AmericanCraft/RogueXSImperialStout.jpg
Rouge XS Imperial Stout 7oz. 11%ABV

Specs:
26º PLATO
88 IBU
73 AA
256º Lovibond

Yeah... about this one..... eh, a not so much.:rolleyes:
very dry, not very sweet, and little taste other than slight caramel.

[b0rderman]

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4138/4920714240_45cb9ea402.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4078/4920117001_0abd8ab0a5.jpg

Killed a couple good ones while back east visiting friends. The Brute was fantastic. Growlers included homebrew gueuze and the keg only release of Brooklyn's braggot. Also had a glass of Brooklyn's Black Ops and Sorachi Ace although those aren't technically my hauls since I did not buy them.

A 2006 BFM Abbaye De Saint Bon-Chien came home with me in my luggage. Quite a few others stayed back in NY in my parents basement to wait for their demise on my Christmas visit.

[awsmith4]

[IMG]http://farm5.static.flickr.com

Killed a couple good ones while back east visiting friends. The Brute was fantastic. Growlers included homebrew gueuze and the keg only release of Brooklyn's braggot. Also had a glass of Brooklyn's Black Ops and Sorachi Ace although those aren't technically my hauls since I did not buy them.

A 2006 BFM Abbaye De Saint Bon-Chien came home with me in my luggage. Quite a few others stayed back in NY in my parents basement to wait for their demise on my Christmas visit.

Nice pickups!

Sours are something I haven't tried much off but what I've had I liked.

So how was the Black Ops?

[awsmith4]

My picks from last night

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg250/awsmith4/Cigar%20Pics/IMG_2548.jpg

[Bill86]

O_O Dogfish head I haven't tried...*gives TN the finger*. It's an imperial stout too :dr:dr

[awsmith4]

O_O Dogfish head I haven't tried...*gives TN the finger*. It's an imperial stout too :dr:dr

Just hit shelves here in GA this weekend so it may be around. Not sure how good beer availability is there but it sucked here until the last couple of years.

[Bill86]

Yeah it sucks here, badly....I've literally drank about 75% of the available beers here. The other 25% aren't worth mentioning...high gravity that is. I don't drink anything that isn't 7%+

[awsmith4]

Yeah it sucks here, badly....I've literally drank about 75% of the available beers here. The other 25% aren't worth mentioning...high gravity that is. I don't drink anything that isn't 7%+

You're could be missing out then, a good brew isn't always high abv. High alcohol does tend to help with the complexity but isn't what makes craft beer good. I've had many a good brew under 7%. For example the Duck-Rabbit Milk Stout I drink frequently is only 5.7% but its a damn fine beer. I've seen you mention Rate Beer, they score it a 94. Sure most Imperial Stouts (my favorite) are higher, but my advice would not to go by abv alone but let taste dictate what you drink. With that said I do find myself gravitating (excuse the pun) towards higher abv beers but I will never limit my experience based on a alcohol content.

[Bill86]

That's sums up pretty much how I feel. I'd RATHER drink higher ABV 7%+ but occasionally I'll dip into the lower ABV beers. Yeah Imperial stouts are always HIGH ABV, and are my favorite type of beer.

[pnoon]

Yeah it sucks here, badly....I've literally drank about 75% of the available beers here. The other 25% aren't worth mentioning...high gravity that is. I don't drink anything that isn't 7%+

Then you are missing out on an awful lot of good/great beer.

Edit: Looks like Albert beat me to the punch. :)

[Bill86]

Then you are missing out on an awful lot of good/great beer.

Edit: Looks like Albert beat me to the punch. :)

Better late then never, but you did miss my post where it said I do dip into the low gravity beers occasionally but I like the complexity of the high gravity brews. Just a preference, again though you have to factor in TN's HORRIBLE distribution. I drink the best of what is available to me....you can bet on that.

[xlc12rf]

Received my end of a beer trade on BeerAdvocate.com

2 bottles of Stone Cali-Belgie IPA
Stone 14 Imperial IPA
Stone Squall IPA - Naturally Fermented bottle conditioned 90min IPA

Squall is a DFH brew. Great beer!

May I ask what you traded for this? This stuff is easy to get for me :)

[b0rderman]

They finally released *****es Brew?!!! I was expecting so see that when I was back east but it wasn't out yet...nice haul!

[kaisersozei]

Better late then never, but you did miss my post where it said I do dip into the low gravity beers occasionally but I like the complexity of the high gravity brews. Just a preference, again though you have to factor in TN's HORRIBLE distribution. I drink the best of what is available to me....you can bet on that.

Low gravity beers with complexity include many Belgians & American craft beers brewed with Belgian ale yeast strains (seems to be a growing trend,) as well as your brown ale/porter/stout category beers. Try those if you get them in your area.

Here's a pretty timely article from a DC paper, interviewing the brewers at SN & Allagash about this topic:

http://www.washingtoncitypaper.com/blogs/youngandhungry/2010/08/10/why-are-there-so-few-low-alcohol-specialty-beers/

[BeerAdvocate]

Squall is a DFH brew. Great beer!

May I ask what you traded for this? This stuff is easy to get for me :)

Right DFH, not Stone. Sorry for the typo.
Nothing major, just some local Boulevard & Schlafly beers.
I was more interested in the Stone Cali-Belgie, he just threw in the Squall

[b0rderman]

Albert inspired me to head to the local store...*****es brew is in, along with a good few of the oktoberfest beers...today's haul:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4134/4927662637_4518b1fbca_z.jpg

Has anyone had that Stone, DFH, Victory colab yet? I've heard decent things.

Cracked open one of the bottles of *****es brew...wow, the mouthfeel is amazing...very 'fluffy' for such a beer, I like. Don't regret the knee jerk three bottle grab at all...woops! :)

[Jbailey]

Looking for the Dogfish Head B!tches Brew but wasn't in yet.

So I grabbed some Raison D'extra.
http://img844.imageshack.us/img844/6371/beero.jpg (http://img844.imageshack.us/i/beero.jpg/)

[b0rderman]

ooo, nice...I've never had the extra.

[b0rderman]

two more bottles of b!tches brew for me...now time to get some more cantillon. What'd everyone haul for the weekend?

[awsmith4]

two more bottles of b!tches brew for me...now time to get some more cantillon. What'd everyone haul for the weekend?

No pics sorry:

Terrapin Hopzilla
Terrapin Reunion '10
Left Hand/Terrapin Oxymoron
DFH Punkin
Post Road Pumpkin
Stone Imperial Russian Stout '10

[b0rderman]

Punkin out already? Nice haul.

[awsmith4]

Punkin out already? Nice haul.

Drinking one right now along with a monster series Tat Boris...is it Halloween?

:ss

[Bill86]

Man how is punkin out in your area and not mine ARG TN ARG! Once its out I'm getting a case, love that stuff. Good pick up on the Russian imperial stout

I picked up
Stone's Emperial IPA 14th anniversary
Abita SoS, got talked into this one we'll see......

[Bill86]

Another haul today
stones double bastard
stones old guardian
dfh sautea
Avery the czar

[hornitosmonster]

picked up

3 bombers of Sculpin IPA
A sixer of Lagunitas A Little Sumpin' Sumpin' Ale
A sixer of Bells Two Hearted
A sixer of Bells Oberon