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Tigren posted:It may turn out to be disappointing like their "winter saison", but 21st Amendment is releasing a barleywine in 8 ounce cans in the next couple of months. This seems pretty cool. That's like a Red Bull can, right? 8 ounces? Hrm that's interesting. I wonder what the price will be. It's a good barleywine, but I won't pay more than $10 for a 4 pack of 8 ounce cans. Also that's definitely the worst art for their cans ever.
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danbanana posted:Yeah, this is stuff not distributed in "Chicago" but hits most of the rest of Illinois. Binny's has a Champaign location now too, so it could be a nice alternate stop.
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Midorka posted:8 ounces? Hrm that's interesting. I wonder what the price will be. It's a good barleywine, but I won't pay more than $10 for a 4 pack of 8 ounce cans. Also that's definitely the worst art for their cans ever. Here's a better picture of it. Something in the made up back story of involves the Gold Rush, so that's where the design comes in. 
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wattershed posted:Right on, yeah, downtown's much more out of my way either when I'm at work or at home, but I haven't heard of that shop before so I'll add it to the list of places to pop in to eventually. Well everywhere around here has 22s, the only place I saw the 4 pack was that liquor store on Convoy sort of near O'Brien's.
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wattershed posted:Right on, yeah, downtown's much more out of my way either when I'm at work or at home, but I haven't heard of that shop before so I'll add it to the list of places to pop in to eventually. It's actually a pizza place. They had a pretty decent beer selection too, but probably not anything worth making a special trip over. But if you're in the area and need dinner, they also had a large 1 topping carry out special for 8 bucks, so
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So there are local growler fill stores in my area that use counter-pressure systems, but I heard of a place in Houston called Growlers that uses something called the Pegas Craftap. My knowledge on this is pretty limited; I just know that you want a growler filled using counter pressure to keep out foam, keeping the beer fresher. What benefits does that Pegas Craftap system provide apart from looking fancy as hell?
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air- posted:So there are local growler fill stores in my area that use counter-pressure systems, but I heard of a place in Houston called Growlers that uses something called the Pegas Craftap. My knowledge on this is pretty limited; I just know that you want a growler filled using counter pressure to keep out foam, keeping the beer fresher. Most growler fills I've ever had were a bit of vinyl tube jammed into the tap.
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And another thing to bring to the table: the store I go to in Dallas (Craft and Growler) purges the container with CO2 then fills via beer guns, is that still also not the same thing as counter pressure? I read this and got even more confused. http://www.themadfermentationist.com/2013/01/beer-gun-and-counter-pressure-filler.html
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Angry Grimace posted:Most growler fills I've ever had were a bit of vinyl tube jammed into the tap. You've never been to Victory https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bD-KuGuEzHw
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RiggenBlaque posted:You've never been to Victory I heard a story that the one Victory has was the prototype, Victory loved it so much they bought it instantly. I see it in Iron Hill Brewpubs now, it's fantastic.
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Hey guys. I like beer too. Anyone got a good recommendation for a morning beer or is that not a thing anymore?
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Herr Tog posted:Hey guys. I like beer too. Anyone got a good recommendation for a morning beer or is that not a thing anymore? Is this like morning beer as in alcoholism?
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Herr Tog posted:Hey guys. I like beer too. Anyone got a good recommendation for a morning beer or is that not a thing anymore? http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/16043/43926
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rage-saq posted:Is this like morning beer as in alcoholism? College and unemployment are a hell of a time.
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Herr Tog posted:Hey guys. I like beer too. Anyone got a good recommendation for a morning beer or is that not a thing anymore? They don't call it Founders Breakfast Stout for nothing.
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the yellow dart posted:College and unemployment are a hell of a time. In either of these situations, why would you ever be awake in the morning?
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Phanatic posted:They don't call it Founders Breakfast Stout for nothing. Fantastic~!
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Don't forget Terrapin Wake 'n Bake. edit: And Central Waters Peruvian Morning. And all of the different breakfast stout variants from Founders.
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crazyfish posted:Don't forget Terrapin Wake 'n Bake. Beer Geek Breakfast/Brunch (and all varieties). And speaking of PM... If any Chicagoons get a heads-up on it hitting shelves locally, a kindly post would be much appreciated. I only saw it on the shelves for about a week last year and would definitely like to get my hands on some this year.
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danbanana posted:Beer Geek Breakfast/Brunch (and all varieties). Beer Geek Breakfast? I think my Binny's has it right now (3000 N. Clark in Lakeview), I'll be able to tell you for sure when I go to work tomorrow.
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Slimy Hog posted:Beer Geek Breakfast? I think my Binny's has it right now (3000 N. Clark in Lakeview), I'll be able to tell you for sure when I go to work tomorrow. No, Peruvian Morning. I'm looking for it too.
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Is that something worth searching out? I know a manager of a Binnys in Schaumburg if you want me to send him an email.
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crazyfish posted:No, Peruvian Morning. I'm looking for it too. You and dan, I could probably grab some PM for you locally, PM me if you want me to try.
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Phanatic posted:You and dan, I could probably grab some PM for you locally, PM me if you want me to try. I'm not at that point yet. Just asking for a friendly heads up in case someone has a spot in Chicago with it. I don't think demand is going to be insane. I would just rather not miss out if possible.
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Tigren posted:It may turn out to be disappointing like their "winter saison", but 21st Amendment is releasing a barleywine in 8 ounce cans in the next couple of months. This seems pretty cool. That's like a Red Bull can, right? it's a very boring barleywine and if they are charging the equivalent of a $10 bomber, not at all worth it
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CCB posted all the important information about Hunahpu's day minus the guest tap list and any special barrel aged variants they'll have.quote:The 4th Annual Hunahpu's Day Release Party is set for Saturday, March 9th at Cigar City Brewing. This will also be the 2nd time Hunahpu's Day has been featured for Tampa Bay Beer Week. I'll be flying down from WNY for my first time at Hunahpu which is surprising since I fly down there at like 3-4 times a year to visit friends. I know someone posted earlier about going, but anyone else going now?
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atothesquiz posted:CCB posted all the important information about Hunahpu's day minus the guest tap list and any special barrel aged variants they'll have. I'll be throwing up a post about this in the Florida Goon Meets thread here in a few minutes. I'll be trying to organize a group there. Edit: Link for the Lazy: http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=2733157 Fuzzy Pipe Wrench fucked around with this message at 00:05 on Feb 14, 2013 |
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cryme posted:it's a very boring barleywine and if they are charging the equivalent of a $10 bomber, not at all worth it I feel bad but I don't think I like 21st Amendment Brewery very much from what I've had.
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Angry Grimace posted:I feel bad but I don't think I like 21st Amendment Brewery very much from what I've had. I hear you. Awesome packaging, uninspiring brew.
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Angry Grimace posted:I feel bad but I don't think I like 21st Amendment Brewery very much from what I've had. For me they are always on the cusp of being great but end up being just alright. I liked Monk's Blood and Bitter American, though.
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Hell or High Watermelon is a great beer to have your friend/girlfriend/wife/mom/etc that doesn't like beer or only likes macro brews try. It is very light on flavor and legitimately tastes like real watermelon (not like artificial watermelon flavoring). I give 21st Amendment a free pass for that beer alone, even though I don't love it much.
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Angry Grimace posted:I feel bad but I don't think I like 21st Amendment Brewery very much from what I've had. don't feel bad, they seem to be doing just fine despite their middle-of-the-road output
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Glottis posted:For me they are always on the cusp of being great but end up being just alright. I liked Monk's Blood and Bitter American, though. Bitter American tastes pretty watery to me. San Diego Goons (without jobs): Hamilton's is doing Pliny the Younger tomorrow at 3 PM. Yeah. But last year I showed up 1/2 an hour ahead of open and was something like the eighth person in line and got enough PTY for an entire evening. Toro is doing it tomorrow as well, but I think they're doing some kind of funky event surrounding it. Angry Grimace fucked around with this message at 02:24 on Feb 14, 2013 |
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Picked up some 2013 Bigfoot today, didn't realize it came in 4 packs this year. Tricky bastards, now I have to buy two 4 packs to keep my constant 5 year vertical going. This year is 2007-2013 for me.
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Angry Grimace posted:Bitter American tastes pretty watery to me. I'd like to try it once, and if it doesn't completely destroy Heady Topper I'll be content to never try it again, but I don't think this year is going to be the year. I could slip away from work for a bit for this, but the time and the waiting just don't seem worth it.
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So I'm sitting here, drinking what I believe is my first ever barleywine from Dogfish Head called Olde School. Since this is my first one, I'm not too sure if this is a good benchmark for a good barleywine. It's a bit too sweet for my tastes, but its so complex in terms of other flavors. Any suggestions on any other good barleywines?
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obi_ant posted:So I'm sitting here, drinking what I believe is my first ever barleywine from Dogfish Head called Olde School. Since this is my first one, I'm not too sure if this is a good benchmark for a good barleywine. It's a bit too sweet for my tastes, but its so complex in terms of other flavors. Any suggestions on any other good barleywines? You'll find that most barleywines are very intense when consumed fresh. As Josh WoW alluded to, grab a pack of Sierra Nevada Bigfoot, put it in the basement for 6 months and then start opening one every 6 months or so after that. They improve dramatically over time as the flavors mellow. Some other brands to look for are Avery Hog Heaven, Great Divide Old Ruffian, Stone Old Guardian and Bigfoot as mentioned.
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Docjowles posted:You'll find that most barleywines are very intense when consumed fresh. As Josh WoW alluded to, grab a pack of Sierra Nevada Bigfoot, put it in the basement for 6 months and then start opening one every 6 months or so after that. They improve dramatically over time as the flavors mellow. Mad River John Barleycorn, North Coast Old Stock, Anchor Old Foghorn, Alesmith Old Numbskull, and Hair of the Dog Doggie Claws are also very good.
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Just to state the obvious, 2013 Sucaba is amazing as usual. Don't feel the need to sit on this one unless you are doing it purely for fun, it's already got great character and smoothness.
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Glottis posted:Just to state the obvious, 2013 Sucaba is amazing as usual. Don't feel the need to sit on this one unless you are doing it purely for fun, it's already got great character and smoothness. I just opened my 2012 Sucaba a week ago and it was fantastic.
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