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Actually, if they really like you, get this. Lente (spring) is the best beer I've ever had, bar none. But drat is that pricey... edit: Leipziger Gose is loving awesome. I found a 12oz bottle at a store alongside the bizarrely shaped and very expensive 750s so it's nice to be able to try it without springing for a $20 750. It's definitely as good or better than Troublesome, but it won't be a summer session beer at $5/12oz. crazyfish fucked around with this message at 05:11 on Dec 17, 2013 |
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Busted into two of the BIF bottles I got from KudosX and I really enjoyed myself this evening. First was Hoppin Frog Cafe BORIS, an imperial oatmeal coffee stout. Nose was super full of coffee but tasted a lot more of bakers chocolate with a really attenuated coffee finish. Surprising because of how much coffee dominates the nose, but pleasant. Had GLBC Blackout Stout as the second one and it was very nice. Pretty standard stout profile, which I'd expect from GLBC, but suuuuuper creamy. I've been so busy I haven't really had time to drink beer at home, but these were really enjoyable while being a Dota 2 manchild. Other beer highlight of my week was a trip to Gore Range Brewery after skiing 34K+ at the Beav on Sunday. Best of the day was a cabernet barrel aged farmhouse ale. Nice woody backbone and then great wine/dark fruit notes to complement the sweet, peachy bright fruit notes of the base ale. The red wine was really prominent and paired really nicely with the base beer, it was really fun. They also had a Citra Wheat IPA that was alright but not exceptional. Needed to be a bit more wheaty and a bit more hoppy, but it was very drinkable. Still have no idea how GRB floats under the CO beer radar when they manage to consistently put out such good stuff.
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Quantrill posted:New Belgium is now in Ohio, is there anything by them that I absolutely need to try ASAP? Abbey and Trippel (especially Abbey) are also quite tasty but they're available year-round so "ASAP" doesn't really apply, but give them a shot.
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Eejit posted:Busted into two of the BIF bottles I got from KudosX and I really enjoyed myself this evening. First was Hoppin Frog Cafe BORIS, an imperial oatmeal coffee stout. Nose was super full of coffee but tasted a lot more of bakers chocolate with a really attenuated coffee finish. Surprising because of how much coffee dominates the nose, but pleasant. Had GLBC Blackout Stout as the second one and it was very nice. Pretty standard stout profile, which I'd expect from GLBC, but suuuuuper creamy. I've been so busy I haven't really had time to drink beer at home, but these were really enjoyable while being a Dota 2 manchild. Tsssss, stores around here get massive amounts of GLBC (oddly close to "GLBT" if you ask me) products but I've never seen any of the rare/seasonal ones outside of the christmas ale or whatever it's called. And also what does BIF stand for? I've seen the acronym many a time but internet beer people say acronyms for the most obscure things. In other news a local store finally got Old Rasputin (again) and I'm blasting it now. What a taste sensation,and only $10 a pack! I can certainly see why this one is such a gold standard for the style.
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BIF = "beer it forward", basically a semi blind beer exchange we've done a few times here organized by the awesome goon LeafHouse.
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krustster posted:Tsssss, stores around here get massive amounts of GLBC (oddly close to "GLBT" if you ask me) products but I've never seen any of the rare/seasonal ones outside of the christmas ale or whatever it's called. And also what does BIF stand for? I've seen the acronym many a time but internet beer people say acronyms for the most obscure things. Beaten just as I started writing the post, but here's the latest BiF thread if you want to see what it's all about : http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3573605 I also find Sierra Nevada Narwhal to be a good 'under the radar' stout, if seasonal. Same with Oskar Blues Ten Fidy, but that one ends up being priced at around $16/pack here. Also, krustster, might I suggest multi-quoting in one post instead of multi-posting? Don't recall if it's an applicable rule in GWC, but it's just good aesthetics. Thanks to folks who provided belgiuminabox suggestions - I'm putting together an list of suggestions for my dad (who likes me very, very much) tomorrow, so keep 'em coming!
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crazyfish posted:Actually, if they really like you, get this. Lente (spring) is the best beer I've ever had, bar none. But drat is that pricey... The whole Gose style really makes me excited. The traditional brewing methods are ridiculously awesome and the glass it was originally bottled in is so cool. Leipziger's Gose is excellent and I'm likely going to buy the wacky bottle just to have one around. It reminds me of my papou's grappa bottles he brings home from Greece.
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crazyfish posted:edit: Leipziger Gose is loving awesome. I found a 12oz bottle at a store alongside the bizarrely shaped and very expensive 750s so it's nice to be able to try it without springing for a $20 750. It's definitely as good or better than Troublesome, but it won't be a summer session beer at $5/12oz. I recently got to try the tequila barrel aged version of this - Goseator. It was really awesome, and was my first ever tequila barrel aged beer. The tequila barrel added a nice citrus note, and it played really well with the salty character of the Gose. It is a very pricey beer, I think it was around $17/375. I'm glad to have tried it, but I wouldn't purchase it again at that price point.
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Podima posted:Beaten just as I started writing the post, but here's the latest BiF thread if you want to see what it's all about : http://forums.somethingawful.com/showthread.php?threadid=3573605 You may indeed suggest it, and usually I try to do that but I've grown used to posting in high-tech, fast-paced threads where multiple posts are the best technique, so I often forget. I managed to obtain some Narwhal a couple of months ago from a party store that has a really odd mix of lovely/average beers and rare medallions. Today I went in there and they had a full rack of Sweet Repute, four of the Goose Island "sisters", and a random six pack of Expedition, but not really anything else that seemed worth buying. Their spirits selection is second to none though (???). It's a delicious feature for sure, and it was only $10 for a four pack! I might get shot for this but my favorite underrated/under the radar stout is Lion Stout, an export thing from Sri Lanka which we have year-round and comes in bombers for $4.50 and four packs of 500ml cans for $9. Even without taking the price into consideration, it's one of my favorite beers, period. There does seem to be a lot of "infected" ones going around though so reviews tend to be mixed.
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Podima posted:Thanks to folks who provided belgiuminabox suggestions - I'm putting together an list of suggestions for my dad (who likes me very, very much) tomorrow, so keep 'em coming! If I had someone offering to get me whatever, I'd also be all over that Armand'4 box set. Summer was the best beer I had this year, nothing comes close, and I've heard Spring is even better.
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Is it really that good? $150-per-bottle good? I would take those 330 moon moneys and buy lots of different, cheaper things that we can't get state-side.
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You can buy the Armand set for under $400 USD on MyBeerCellar, without the box.
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krustster posted:(oddly close to "GLBT" if you ask me) Stop. You are not loving funny and nobody is entertained by your  garbage. In case you didn't notice, multiple people have literally said, openly, "I'm putting this rear end in a top hat on ignore." Nobody loving cares what shelf beer you ~*~blasted~*~ last night, bro. Nobody wants to hear your inane comments. Stop making GBS threads out every idiotic thought that comes into your head.
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FreelanceSocialist posted:Is it really that good? $150-per-bottle good? Nothing is $150 good, though I guess that depends on how rich you are... crazyfish says Lente is the best beer he's ever had and while I wouldn't go that far, it's easily the best lambic I've ever had and definitely one of those beers that kind of just fill you with happiness. If I saw it on the shelf for under $100, I'd probably get one because I like to spoil myself.
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Me in Reverse posted:Stop. You are not loving funny and nobody is entertained by your on that note, do me a favor by not quoting him, please
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Me in Reverse posted:Stop. You are not loving funny and nobody is entertained by your After this uncalled-for tirade, you seem more deserving of mass ignore. Your post was off-topic and pointless. Heaven forbid someone is excited about a good beer. Your thumb-the-nose self-important attitude comes across in spades, and is reminiscent of what's terrible about the craft beer scene. How DARE anyone post about a beer they bought without standing in line for six hours? Nobody appreciates this sort of thing, even if it's a dogpile on someone you see as universally despised in the thread. That's tantamount to bullying, and it's just silly, especially in respect to the comments to which you've taken offense. If we're going to circle jerk, why not make it about beer, and not about attacking people? In other, happier news, my new favorite bar/pub apparently now has its FOURTH keg of BCBS. However, I'm checking out a new place tonight that is supposed to have 42 taps, and includes Yeti and Double Jack as regular domestic draws. While it started a couple years ago, the sea change of quality beer at otherwise pretty average establishments has been an interesting (and delicious) one to watch.
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PainBreak posted:After this uncalled-for tirade, you seem more deserving of mass ignore. Your post was off-topic and pointless. Heaven forbid someone is excited about a good beer. Your thumb-the-nose self-important attitude comes across in spades, and is reminiscent of what's terrible about the craft beer scene. How DARE anyone post about a beer they bought without standing in line for six hours? Nobody appreciates this sort of thing, even if it's a dogpile on someone you see as universally despised in the thread. That's tantamount to bullying, and it's just silly, especially in respect to the comments to which you've taken offense. If we're going to circle jerk, why not make it about beer, and not about attacking people? FYI: Strawmen abound here. While MiR's post may have been a little over-the-top and, yes, presumptive in the people's opinions of krustster's posts, the parenthetical section he quoted is the kind of poo poo that should get someone banned from this thread. I frequent this thread- and have met many awesome people in real life because of it- to have civil conversations about beer. Throwing out homophobic jokes doesn't constitute civil beer conversations.
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This is perhaps the least sense-of-humor having thread on these Somethign Awful Dot Com Forums BEER IS EXTRAORDINARILY SERIOUS
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danbanana posted:FYI: Strawmen abound here. I didn't see any joke, and particularly not something anyone should be banned for. He didn't take it any further than pointing out similarities in the acronyms. There wasn't anything derogatory about it, either implied or otherwise. I don't think it contributed much to the discussion, but the overreaction is pretty ridiculous and over-the-top.
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I just want to talk about beer guys... I had my first Daisy Cutter last night. I wasn't blown away by it. Should I give it another a try or do some people agree? Anti-hero I really enjoyed!
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PainBreak posted:I didn't see any joke, and particularly not something anyone should be banned for. He didn't take it any further than pointing out similarities in the acronyms. There wasn't anything derogatory about it, either implied or otherwise. I don't think it contributed much to the discussion, but the overreaction is pretty ridiculous and over-the-top. Perhaps, but it was a spectacularly stupid comment nonetheless.
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i just can't stand reading that one dude's posts. whatever. had BCBS on tap last night and yes, it does seem to be a bit hotter than last year, honestly didn't enjoy the second half of the glass
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This was my first year getting to try BCBS and I did find it sort of hot (I had it from a bottle). It didn't impede my enjoyment at all, but I'm probably going to age the rest of the 4pk. The single barleywine I was able to pick up, however, I plan to drink soon.
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Cbear posted:I just want to talk about beer guys... Some people do love it. I'm one of those who finds the hop/bitterness profile to be too harsh to really enjoy. Try other beers with similar hops and see if you get the same response? The nice thing is that there's a metric buttload of Great IPAs and DIPAs/IIPAs out there, besides the big names. Drink all beer, enjoy all beer, have a good time.
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Kudosx posted:
Holy poo poo. Here it's $9 for a 375 and I was put off by that price. There's someone getting screwed worse on prices than PA?
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I know its sort of out of season, but I really want to get my hands on some Grodziskie/Grätzer beers stateside, imported or brewed here. Are there any good candidates in the MD/VA area where I could get some? I've searched and searched, and most stores don't even know what I am asking for. I know that DC Brau put out a limited release of this style a year or so back, but it was keg only so I got to try it once.
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Cbear posted:I just want to talk about beer guys... Anti-Hero is really legit. As far as Daisy Cutter, its a solid hoppy pale ale that doesn't get distributed far and has a big home fanbase. Sooo it probably has a better word of mouth than it really is. That said I chug it all spring and summer because I am a big fan. Plenty of other stuff to try if you were meh on it hahah.
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After sifting through the responses from the sign up for the Philly bottle share it looks like January 11th has been selected as the date. I've thrown together another form for people who are definitely coming to coordinate bottles and so I can get a final count for reservations. I was surprised by the total number of responses. There are a lot of lurkers out there who want to drink beers with goons. The plan is to find a BYOB with cheap food. If you have any ideas on a place you can add those but I'm trying to keep it within the city so nothing in the northeast or on the main line. New sheet is here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AntSnKdZTbwBdHM0eS1ScmVOQVhVSVFsWUhJWktVcWc&usp=sharing It's fine if you don't know what you're bringing this far out, but I'd rather have a place to coordinate so we don't end up with multiple of the same thing.
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Cbear posted:I just want to talk about beer guys... I think you said you didn't really love Pliny and stuff earlier too.. are you just not a huge fan of (D)IPAs? That's not a bad thing, tastebuds are tastebuds. Stuff like Daisy Cutter requires you to be a big fan of the style to really appreciate it in the way that people fawn over it for. It's great for what it is, but if you're not in love with the style... (that kinda applies to everything) EDIT: You may also have strong preference in the type of hops in the beer. I'm a fan of pretty much any, but my girlfriend loves some and hates some, for example. lament.cfg fucked around with this message at 16:56 on Dec 17, 2013 |
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PainBreak posted:I didn't see any joke, and particularly not something anyone should be banned for. He didn't take it any further than pointing out similarities in the acronyms. There wasn't anything derogatory about it, either implied or otherwise. I don't think it contributed much to the discussion, but the overreaction is pretty ridiculous and over-the-top. The joke IS "lol LGBT" and that's why I snapped at him. I don't give a gently caress what people drink but when he shitposts about "blasting" his latest "tape" it irritates a lot of people. He's obnoxious and I'm not going to let him poo poo out stupid comments, especially offensive ones. lament.cfg fucked around with this message at 16:54 on Dec 17, 2013 |
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Hey. Hey guys. Relax. Have a beer. It's Christmas.
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For whatever reason, my fridge has been absurdly full of strong beers - DirtWolf, Old Rasputin, Mad Elf (looool), Tripel Horse, and similar. Finally got the chance to get to the back and pop open my DFH Olde School (barleywine brewed with figs/dates) last night... blech. What an overly sweet mess that one was, to the point where I'm not even sure it's worth aging. Fiancee tried it and said it tasted exactly like the smells she associated with her grandma who always ate dates, so I suppose that's a "success" on DFH's part?
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How do you feel about figs and dates to begin with?
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Wamsutta posted:This is perhaps the least sense-of-humor having thread on these Somethign Awful Dot Com Forums If you're watching this tape, you're one of the club...
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Me in Reverse posted:I think you said you didn't really love Pliny and stuff earlier too.. are you just not a huge fan of (D)IPAs? That's not a bad thing, tastebuds are tastebuds. Stuff like Daisy Cutter requires you to be a big fan of the style to really appreciate it in the way that people fawn over it for. It's great for what it is, but if you're not in love with the style... (that kinda applies to everything) No, I love ipa's. Its my favorite style. Heady topper is the best beer I've ever had. I love dirt wolf, sculpin, jai alai. I was just curious if I was missing something with it. The smell was fantastic on it, but the taste didn't really astound me at all. I'll try another can!
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I might be wrong here but based on your last post it sounds like you really like citrus/floral hops.. Daisy Cutter is more of a dank hop, maybe you're not into it? Find something with Chinook, drink it, and tell us how you feel.
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Podima posted:For whatever reason, my fridge has been absurdly full of strong beers - DirtWolf, Old Rasputin, Mad Elf (looool), Tripel Horse, and similar. Finally got the chance to get to the back and pop open my DFH Olde School (barleywine brewed with figs/dates) last night... blech. What an overly sweet mess that one was, to the point where I'm not even sure it's worth aging. Fiancee tried it and said it tasted exactly like the smells she associated with her grandma who always ate dates, so I suppose that's a "success" on DFH's part? I take it you don't like barleywine in general then? DFH Olde School is downright tame compared to the sweetness in something like JW Lees or Troegs Flying Mouflan. Even the hoppier american barleywines like Sierra Nevada Bigfoot are still incredibly sweet and boozy.
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Me in Reverse posted:How do you feel about figs and dates to begin with? I've never actually eaten them on their own, so perhaps it's a classic case of "ok beer with flavors that I just don't care for in the first place." Cbear posted:No, I love ipa's. Its my favorite style. Heady topper is the best beer I've ever had. I love dirt wolf, sculpin, jai alai. I was just curious if I was missing something with it. The smell was fantastic on it, but the taste didn't really astound me at all. Speaking of which, this could also be a case of liking one set of hop flavors more than the other. Brief research indicates Heady likely uses Citra and other citrus hops, while Daisy Cutter uses more bitter (Simcoe, etc) hops. e:f;b, we all need to get back to work or something. e2: HatfulOfHollow posted:I take it you don't like barleywine in general then? DFH Olde School is downright tame compared to the sweetness in something like JW Lees or Troegs Flying Mouflan. Even the hoppier american barleywines like Sierra Nevada Bigfoot are still incredibly sweet and boozy. No, I actually love barleywines (I've had all 3 you mention and enjoyed far more than Olde School), which is why I was weirded out by how it just didn't strike me as very tasty and overly sweet. Maybe it was just an off night or something?
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funkybottoms posted:had BCBS on tap last night and yes, it does seem to be a bit hotter than last year, honestly didn't enjoy the second half of the glass I picked up another four pack just to hold on to for another year or so. So far I've had two bottles this year and both were a bit rough going down in the last few sips. I have 8 bottles of the stuff left which is probably a bit excessive but I think I'm going to take this threads advice and start experimenting with french pressing / vanilla bean re-capping.
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