Beer Notes (The Official XH Beer Discussion Thread)

[X-man]

For me, Rhinegeist is pulling away from the pack of local brewers. I have had a couple of Mad Tree's that probably should have been thrown away rather than served, including in their tap room. I have concerns about their quality control.

Rivertown has always underwhelmed me. Agree that I'm not all that excited about Red Hook. I've never really been impressed with anything under that corporate umbrella. It's mostly the "craft" side of Budweiser.

I like Rhinegeist a lot as well. They, and Listerman's, are the two local breweries doing the most original and high quality offerings. I am biased about Listerman's though since my son will be managing the taproom there.

[coasterville95]

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[X-man]

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That price list would make more sense if the prices of the non-craft beers (e.g. Miller) were higher than the prices for the local beers.

[coasterville95]

There is something out of whack on the pricing. I'd expect the Craft beers to cost more than the Crap beers - you do pay for quality.

I did some calculations on unit price to see if the 14 oz. small or the 16 oz. tall was the better buy:

D'artagnan's Deck
Local Craft Small (14 oz.) - $6.50 - 0.464/oz.
Local Craft Tall(16 oz) - $8.50 - 0.531/oz
Red Hook Small (14oz) = $5 = 0.357/oz
Red Hook Tall (16 oz) = $7 = 0.438/oz
Miller/Coors Crap (16 oz can) = $7 = 0.438/oz
Yeah, usually, the larger portion is the better deal. I know starting next game, I'm going to switch to the small if they don't adjust that. And a Small Craft is only 3 cents higher than a crap beer. So if you look at it in terms of Percieved Value. As an aside, at Listermann' tap room, they average $5.50/16 oz = 0/344/oz - with a lot of tap room beer being $6/16oz = 0.375/oz - so in terms of percieved value, the craft at Cintas is not that much higher than street pricing. Compare that to the street pricing of a crap beer vs. arena pricing.

* For those who can't see the image - Local Craft options were: Blank Slate "Fork in the Road", Madtree "PsycHOPathy", Listermann "Losantivile Pre-Prohibition Lager" and "562 Lateral Oatmeal Sweet Stout", Rhinegiest "Cougar", Rivertown "Lil' Sipa", and Old Firehouse "Hoser Gosse"

Main Concourse Beer:
Miller/Coors Crap (16 oz can) = $7 = 0.438/oz
Miller/Coors Crap (20 oz draft) = $7 = 0.350/oz
Premiums (Blue Moon Belgian White, Fat Tire, Stella Artois, Warsteiner, Hop Bomber) (16 oz. draft) - $7 = 0.438/oz (Actually, I didn't check to see if Hop Bomber was on last night, it would seem to undercut the pricing of the new craft beer bar to have a local craft downstairs for less, or if the downstairs premiums were raised to $8.50)
Leinenkugels Cabin (16 oz drafts) = $7 = 0.438/oz (Canoe Paddler, Red Ale, Winter Shandy (Cranberry Gingerbread), Snowdirft Porter)

[Kahns Krazy]

What sort of idiot offers 2 sizes, and then makes them 14 oz and 16 oz. That is quite possibly the dumbest thing I have ever heard, and that's saying something on this board.

[X-band '01]

What sort of idiot offers 2 sizes, and then makes them 14 oz and 16 oz. That is quite possibly the dumbest thing I have ever heard, and that's saying something on this board.

The same idiot who dumped a truck load of fizzies at a swim meet.

[bleedXblue]

There is something out of whack on the pricing. I'd expect the Craft beers to cost more than the Crap beers - you do pay for quality.

I did some calculations on unit price to see if the 14 oz. small or the 16 oz. tall was the better buy:

D'artagnan's Deck
Local Craft Small (14 oz.) - $6.50 - 0.464/oz.
Local Craft Tall(16 oz) - $8.50 - 0.531/oz
Red Hook Small (14oz) = $5 = 0.357/oz
Red Hook Tall (16 oz) = $7 = 0.438/oz
Miller/Coors Crap (16 oz can) = $7 = 0.438/oz
Yeah, usually, the larger portion is the better deal. I know starting next game, I'm going to switch to the small if they don't adjust that. And a Small Craft is only 3 cents higher than a crap beer. So if you look at it in terms of Percieved Value. As an aside, at Listermann' tap room, they average $5.50/16 oz = 0/344/oz - with a lot of tap room beer being $6/16oz = 0.375/oz - so in terms of percieved value, the craft at Cintas is not that much higher than street pricing. Compare that to the street pricing of a crap beer vs. arena pricing.

* For those who can't see the image - Local Craft options were: Blank Slate "Fork in the Road", Madtree "PsycHOPathy", Listermann "Losantivile Pre-Prohibition Lager" and "562 Lateral Oatmeal Sweet Stout", Rhinegiest "Cougar", Rivertown "Lil' Sipa", and Old Firehouse "Hoser Gosse"

Main Concourse Beer:
Miller/Coors Crap (16 oz can) = $7 = 0.438/oz
Miller/Coors Crap (20 oz draft) = $7 = 0.350/oz
Premiums (Blue Moon Belgian White, Fat Tire, Stella Artois, Warsteiner, Hop Bomber) (16 oz. draft) - $7 = 0.438/oz (Actually, I didn't check to see if Hop Bomber was on last night, it would seem to undercut the pricing of the new craft beer bar to have a local craft downstairs for less, or if the downstairs premiums were raised to $8.50)
Leinenkugels Cabin (16 oz drafts) = $7 = 0.438/oz (Canoe Paddler, Red Ale, Winter Shandy (Cranberry Gingerbread), Snowdirft Porter)

Man that's some good work. You must really love your beer.

[Kahns Krazy]

I did some quick math on the six pack of Rhinegeist Truth I smuggled in in my coat.

6 pack = 72oz for $10.66 including tax. = 14.8 cents per ounce. Best deal in the house.

Snipe will argue that his 24 oz Beast Light for 99 cents is better. I don't need to do the math to prove why that is wrong. Very, very wrong.

[ammtd34]

Heading out for lunch today. I think I'm going to try the new Warped Wing (Dayton Brewery) Esther's Little Secret, a scotch ale with caramel. They partnered with Esther Price to make it. My hopes aren't high, but it sounds interesting enough to try.

[xu 89]

Great Lakes Christmas Ale last night was very good. $12.50 a six is a little steep though.

[ammtd34]

Great Lakes Christmas Ale last night was very good. $12.50 a six is a little steep though.

Ouch. Where was that? It's typically under $10.

[Kahns Krazy]

Hit Yard House last night. Had a Green Flash and a couple Mystic Mama's. I love fresh IPA's on tap.

[xu 89]

Ouch. Where was that? It's typically under $10.

Dutch's on Erie in Hyde Park. I thought I was paying a little more but I couldn't find it anywhere else.

[Xavier]

I did some quick math on the six pack of Rhinegeist Truth I smuggled in in my coat.

6 pack = 72oz for $10.66 including tax. = 14.8 cents per ounce. Best deal in the house.

Snipe will argue that his 24 oz Beast Light for 99 cents is better. I don't need to do the math to prove why that is wrong. Very, very wrong.

You brought a 6 pack to the game? I mean, do you really drink that much per game?

[Kahns Krazy]

You brought a 6 pack to the game? I mean, do you really drink that much per game?

No, I drink far more than that, but it seems greedy to try to smuggle in a 12 pack.

[ammtd34]

I've been on a huge stout kick lately and ramped it up this week. I picked up a Bourbon Barrel BORIS from Hoppin' Frog and a Rhinegeist Ink yesterday. I'm on my way to pick up a 4 pack of Bourbon Barrel Plead the 5th from Dark Horse. I'll probably drink two and age the others.

[coasterville95]

I had a Foundets Breskfast Stout tonight. Very, very nice.

[X-man]

I had a Foundets Breskfast Stout tonight. Very, very nice.

Which one? I have had both their Kentucky and Canadian Breakfast stouts, and both are deeeeeelicious.

[boozehound]

I picked up a 12 pack of Sierra Nevada's Celebration Ale the other day. Very good beer. Not the typical Christmas Ale or Winter Warmer, but a very good Pale Ale IMHO. Sierra Nevada rarely releases a bad beer.

[coasterville95]

X-man - the menu just said Founders Breakfast Stout.

Had it on tap at The Growler House (new craft beer bar located just footsteps from De Sales Corner)

[THRILLHOUSE]

X-man - the menu just said Founders Breakfast Stout.

Had it on tap at The Growler House (new craft beer bar located just footsteps from De Sales Corner)

Yeah, Breakfast Stout is the standard seasonal, while Kentucky and Canadian are variants of Breakfast Stout that are barrel aged. KBS is great, haven't had the chance to try CBS yet. Hopefully someday... (the standard breakfast stout is very enjoyable as well)

[paulxu]

Reading the article in the Bourbon thread reminded me I wanted to ask you beer guys something.
(Disclaimer: haven't had beer in decades, since I discovered $.25 shots in the NCO club, $.10 in happy hour...never looked back)

Anyway, I'm at the grocery store last night and they have a cooler with 20 or 30 of what I assume are craft beers. There's a rack of empty six pack holders and the sign says "Make your own 6 pak, mix and match" or whatever for $9.99.

Seemed like a good way to sample 6 different beers, at what I assume (?) is a reasonable price. Is that true?

[coasterville95]

That's the way it works, yes. You find a store that is willing to let you do that, grab a carton and choose 4 or 6.

[Kahns Krazy]

Reading the article in the Bourbon thread reminded me I wanted to ask you beer guys something.
(Disclaimer: haven't had beer in decades, since I discovered $.25 shots in the NCO club, $.10 in happy hour...never looked back)

Anyway, I'm at the grocery store last night and they have a cooler with 20 or 30 of what I assume are craft beers. There's a rack of empty six pack holders and the sign says "Make your own 6 pak, mix and match" or whatever for $9.99.

Seemed like a good way to sample 6 different beers, at what I assume (?) is a reasonable price. Is that true?

Given how long it has been since you tried beers, I might suggest finding a tasting, or a local brew pub that will let you do a "flight" of several small samples of beers.

I forget where you are located, but there are certainly some local craft breweries close. See if any of them have a tap room and go for some samples. You will also likely find a brewer that would love to talk to a guy that hasn't had a beer in decades.

http://www.wweek.com/portland/imgs/media.images/13219/bar_3937(reverend-nats).widea.jpg

[paulxu]

A lot of years ago, I tried one. The carbonation or something got right to me. I mean...right now.
I can drink bourbon for many hours (and vodka), but beer, another story. If I was to try that rack shown in the photo...I'm history.

Meanwhile, here's the beer from our local brewery in Spartanburg. Ever try any of these?

http://www.rjrockers.com/#!2our-beer/cwwg

[coasterville95]

Interesting, I was reading an article that made the same claim about champagne toasts, and how those tend to get to people, particularly non-drinkers surprsingly fast. The article went on to blame the CO2, and said thats why some people can withstand hard liquor for longer periods of time.

That said, the far rightbeer in that flight looks like lemonade in that photo to me, looks to me mostly ciders or light pilsners in that rack.

[waggy]

It's why almost all bar soda is flat. ...People drink more.

[coasterville95]

Also, I don't think I've actually seen a flight poured that way. I usually see them put the empty rack on the bar, get out the glasses, go over to the taps getting 1 or two at a time, not take the whole rack to the taps. Seems more efficient that way if you have the balance and coordination to do it.

[Kahns Krazy]

Also, I don't think I've actually seen a flight poured that way. I usually see them put the empty rack on the bar, get out the glasses, go over to the taps getting 1 or two at a time, not take the whole rack to the taps. Seems more efficient that way if you have the balance and coordination to do it.

That is not my picture. That's from google, and you're most likely right that is not how they actually pour them, but it makes for a good picture.

[RoseyMuskie]

Also, I don't think I've actually seen a flight poured that way. I usually see them put the empty rack on the bar, get out the glasses, go over to the taps getting 1 or two at a time, not take the whole rack to the taps. Seems more efficient that way if you have the balance and coordination to do it.

I actually saw it for the first time at 50W last Saturday, when I was on the Brew Bus and they had a designated flight. Definitely looked odd, although it was efficient.

[ammtd34]

I love fall/early winter because of all the limited release stouts that are out. The first batch of Big Bad Baptist was great - and 13% ABV. I asked the guy at my local shop how they let it come into Ohio. They must allow for some sort of deviation in each batch, because the second batch released was 10.6%. It's listed on most websites as 11ish. Rhinegeist Ink was fantastic. Hoppin' Frog Barrel Aged BORIS is very, very, good. I was also able to trade for a few bottles of Barrel Aged Plead the 5th. It's pretty close to the top of my list.

The limited release IPAs are next. It's my favorite time of the year. Hopslam got a bunch of crap last year, but it's still a great beer. If anyone didn't try Fat Head's Hop Juju last year, I would highly recommend it. It was probably my favorite IPA that I tried in 2014. Those will both be out this month.

To me, there's nothing better than watching 2 EPL games in the morning, drinking a couple IPAs, and feeling nice for an afternoon X tipoff.

[Kahns Krazy]

I actually saw it for the first time at 50W last Saturday, when I was on the Brew Bus and they had a designated flight. Definitely looked odd, although it was efficient.

Did your tour include Bad Tom's? I was there Friday night when a group came in. Those tours can sure change the feel of a place for 30 minutes.

[boozehound]

Rhinegeist Ink is delicious. Pure Fury is good too, although I think that's kind of a ridiculous name for a fairly unassuming Pale Ale - unless I'm missing something.

I wish that they had 'Truth' on tap at Cintas.

[991 Dana]

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/ends Plug, heads to D’Artagnan’s Deck

[ammtd34]

Rhinegeist Ink is delicious. Pure Fury is good too, although I think that's kind of a ridiculous name for a fairly unassuming Pale Ale - unless I'm missing something.

I wish that they had 'Truth' on tap at Cintas.

Point taken on Pure Fury, but it is absolutely delicious.

[coasterville95]

I was at Bad Tom on Saturday morning, had the place to myslelf and the barmaid for about 30 minutes. Did you try their Russian Imperial Stout, coffee notes, and goes down dangerously smooth. I would have never guessed it at the 12%ABV they have posted for it.

Then I headed over to Blank Slate - saw the craft connection bus in the parking lot, and a nice size jovial group getting a brewery tour while I had a flght at the bar.

Hmm, Blank Slate - may need to get a Fork in the Road at D'artagnan's Deck. See you there Bryan and all other craft beer lovers.

So - when do we want to get 14 of us together for the All Muskie tour? :)

Oh, and Listermann's food truck cancelled tonight for weather (too cold) - but today is this years release of Friar Bacon Smoked Bock, and they should have some Cincinnatus BBA stout left, not to mention they have been busy lately. with a PB&J Porter (blackberry jam added to their peanut butter porter), a Gose (Cranberry) colab with MadTree, as well as a Sour (Raspberry) porter, and they have a house stout on now as well.


Put Paul down for a flight of all 10 at Listermann's?

[ammtd34]

I work from home tomorrow (Centerville). I may have to call Listermann's to see if they any of that BBA Cincinnatus left. I want to hang out to stout season as long as I can!

[coasterville95]

I thought the only grief with Hopslam last year was how limited the release is, making it the Tickle Me Emo of beers.

I had one glass of it last year and thought the 2014 batch was pretty solid.

[ammtd34]

I thought the only grief with Hopslam last year was how limited the release is, making it the Tickle Me Emo of beers.

I had one glass of it last year and thought the 2014 batch was pretty solid.

A lot of people thought it was too malt-y. It's limited on purpose, but that's a legit issue. It was a lot easier to get than some other releases last year, but still a lot harder than it used to be. In 2010, I would walk into my local place for a month straight and he had plenty of Hopslam. Now I don't know if it's more limited or just more popular, but you have to be on the ball to get any. It's annoying.

[nuts4xu]

I did some quick math on the six pack of Rhinegeist Truth I smuggled in in my coat.

6 pack = 72oz for $10.66 including tax. = 14.8 cents per ounce. Best deal in the house.

Snipe will argue that his 24 oz Beast Light for 99 cents is better. I don't need to do the math to prove why that is wrong. Very, very wrong.

The Truth is like 7.2% alcohol, if I have 6 of those bad boys I am hammered. I would need 15 Miller Lites to get that hammered....just saying.

You sir, drink like a professional!

[coasterville95]

They have a few Cincinnatus left

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[paulxu]

That beer flight sounds like the breakfast menu at First Watch.

In other local notes, I see the ownership of Zip's changed hands.

[coasterville95]

Isn't First Watch great? I hear its the Five Guys of breakfast places.

Just a reminder - next month is Cincinnati Beer Week (Feb 13-21) - This year they are changing it up, the past two Beer Weeks have been a lead up to the Cincinnati Winter Beerfest, this year they are letting Beerfest go first, and then following that up. I don't know who decided to change up the order there.

CBW started off last weekend with the TapRoom Trolleys, I missed this years as I decided to go to Butler (but I did get to Sun King, and if you get there try the Alakazam if they still have it on, it's a blonde stout (actually a blonde coffee stout), similar to Stone Master of Disguise - except Sun King did a lot better job with it) . Besides unlike last year we now have at least two, possibly more, credible craft beer bus tours that are available just about any weekend you want to take one. Also Tap Room Trolley split it up into 3 tours (there are just that many tap rooms in the area), but they did it where the three I wanted to see the most were all on a separate tour, so youo would have to do all 3 which isn't even possible.

This year I decided to up my beer game, and go for the $$$ Connosieurs level admission to Cincy Winter Beerfest. That one is supposed to include a dinner by the bite paired with special rare/premium craft beers. I have Friday tickets (2/13/15) if anybody else is going/ wants to meet up.

[Kahns Krazy]

That beer flight sounds like the breakfast menu at First Watch.

In other local notes, I see the ownership of Zip's changed hands.

Other than the fact that the new owner is a Dayton guy, this is a great move for Zips. Mike has been behind the bar and a GM there for nearly a decade, and is generally just a good dude. I expect good things.

[paulxu]

Other than the fact that the new owner is a Dayton guy, this is a great move for Zips. Mike has been behind the bar and a GM there for nearly a decade, and is generally just a good dude. I expect good things.

I expect you to be able to convert him.

[Kahns Krazy]

Jackie O's Mystic Mama has been my go-to IPA for a while now. I was a little nervous when fire hit Athens, but I understand that their production doesn't take place where the fire was.

[coasterville95]

I've vbeen meaning to mention Growler House on here. It's a newish (opened 12/2/14) craft beer bar in the Walnut Hills Area, right next to De Sales Corner. Also convenient to Cintas Center as it is right up Victory Parkway.

30 taps (1 nitro) - they say they want to keep about half the taps local brewers, and the other half regional/national. They are still working out some kinks and fine tuning some other things, but it seems like things are coming togther.

"Hoppy" hour before 6pm - $4 Snifters or $10 Flights of five (with some exclusions for the expensive/rare stuff) - Otherwise it gets up to about $2-$4 for the 5oz taster and $6-$8 for the full pour. As the name suggests they do offer Growler fills as long as the brewer permits it, as well as a small but growing bottle shop.

Just another local option. (And no, I have nothing to do with it except drink beer there :) )

Oh, every other Wednesday is a Flight Night with a named brewers products - mostly locals, but they did Bell's for their first one, and tonight is Warped Wing (Dayton).

[coasterville95]

And you know what beer Jackie O's released right at the time of the fire? Wood Burner! (Yes, the name was decided on before the fire)

I have not had Mystic Mama, but what I have had from Jackie O has been nice.

[boozehound]

Jackie O's Mystic Mama has been my go-to IPA for a while now. I was a little nervous when fire hit Athens, but I understand that their production doesn't take place where the fire was.

Agreed. That is a fantastic IPA, and probably one of the best around. That and Great Lakes Commodore Perry are my go-to IPA's

[nuts4xu]

I paid a visit to Rhinegeist brewery this weekend, very cool place. I have enjoyed all of their beers I have tried, and brewery was a very unique experience. I have never been to anything like it in this town, or any other. Just their beer, a few wines, no food, bunch of picnic tables, cornhole, and ping pong tables in a warehouse like space.

I have been drinking their Pure Fury lately, as I am always a sucker for pale ales. I had the Mosaic (limited release) on tap this weekend at their brewery, and it was tasty.

[Kahns Krazy]

I was downing those Mosaic's at Arnolds last Saturday. They had local's for $3.50 a pop. It lead to a very, very hazy Uber home.

[ammtd34]

Jackie O's Dark Apparition with Vanilla and Coffee has hit Dayton/Cincinnati. I picked a few up in Athens when it was released. I haven't tried it yet but have heard it's absolutely awesome.

[paulxu]

Warped Wing (Dayton).

That's absolutely perfect.

[coasterville95]

I didn't even have to make that up, Paul. There really is a brewery in Dayton named Warped Wing.

One has to wonder if they also serve tainted sandwiches. :)

[coasterville95]

While I am watching Xavier implode again on TV, at least this BlackTart is nice. BlackTart being the Cincinnati Beer Week beer, a colab between 15 local breweries, Essentially a stout with cinnamon, lactose, and blackberries. Just a little tart as the name would suggest.


The Warped Wing beers last night were nice as well. Esther's Little Secret - a red ale with Ester Price caramels in it. Also their Siam, a saison with thai spices.

[Kahns Krazy]

If you're looking for it, I found some Hopslam at DEP's in Ft. Thomas on Friday. They seemed to still have a decent supply. I grabbed a 6 pack, but I honestly don't know why. I don't think it's worth the $18.99 they are charging for it, but at the same time it's "hard-to-get", so I felt like I needed to buy it because I stumbled upon it.

[xu82]

If you're looking for it, I found some Hopslam at DEP's in Ft. Thomas on Friday. They seemed to still have a decent supply. I grabbed a 6 pack, but I honestly don't know why. I don't think it's worth the $18.99 they are charging for it, but at the same time it's "hard-to-get", so I felt like I needed to buy it because I stumbled upon it.

Remember when Coors fooled us like that? Can't remember the last person I saw drinking a Coors, but I'm sure a a lot of people had fun doing so in those days.

[Strange Brew]

[/B]

Remember when Coors fooled us like that? Can't remember the last person I saw drinking a Coors, but I'm sure a a lot of people had fun doing so in those days.

Coors is pretty average but it is better than Bud or MGD.

[Kahns Krazy]

I had one of the Hopslams the other night. That is a fantastic beer, just a little pricey.

[outsideobserver11]

Went to the Carillon Brewing Company over the weekend (its by UD, that should have been my sign) and it was terrible. I was intrigued because they do all of the brewing in a very old-fashioned style. They had 4 of there own brews on tap so I got a flight to try all 4 and had to fight to get to the finish. They had a spiced dunkel that tasted like black licorice, and spruce ale that tasted like rubbing alcohol, a porter that was very average, and a coriander ale was different so I guess had that going for it. You know its rough when a group of 6 go and nobody liked 2 of the 4 and only a couple liked the coriander that was it. I was surprised that 6 different palates mostly came to the same conclusion about their beers.

Have any of the other Dayton area people been to this place? I'm curious what other thoughts are.

Oh, and here is the website in case anybody is interested after this rave review of the place.

http://www.carillonbrewingco.org/

[ammtd34]

I've heard that the place itself is cool, but heard the same thing about their beers. My cousins love it, but they're more atmosphere people than beer people.

[X-man]

Went to the Carillon Brewing Company over the weekend (its by UD, that should have been my sign) and it was terrible. I was intrigued because they do all of the brewing in a very old-fashioned style. They had 4 of there own brews on tap so I got a flight to try all 4 and had to fight to get to the finish. They had a spiced dunkel that tasted like black licorice, and spruce ale that tasted like rubbing alcohol, a porter that was very average, and a coriander ale was different so I guess had that going for it. You know its rough when a group of 6 go and nobody liked 2 of the 4 and only a couple liked the coriander that was it. I was surprised that 6 different palates mostly came to the same conclusion about their beers.

Have any of the other Dayton area people been to this place? I'm curious what other thoughts are.

Oh, and here is the website in case anybody is interested after this rave review of the place.

http://www.carillonbrewingco.org/

Was there a dress code? Did you have to wear a sweater vest to enter? Did they have any "watermelon beer"?

[Boro Muskie]

Coors is pretty average but it is better than Bud or MGD.

I am not too proud to state that original Coors is still my go to everyday beer in the garage fridge.
Mmm, the banquet beer.

[outsideobserver11]

Was there a dress code? Did you have to wear a sweater vest to enter? Did they have any "watermelon beer"?

Nope no dress code, but I was suspicious of this guy in the corner...

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[bearcatalyst]

I'm traveling into the Dayton area for the weekend from St. Louis and am hoping to bring back some of the best Ohio offerings for my local bottle share groups. Since the beer explosion mostly happened after I moved from Cincy, I am looking for your recommendations. Any tips? Prost!

[outsideobserver11]

I'm traveling into the Dayton area for the weekend from St. Louis and am hoping to bring back some of the best Ohio offerings for my local bottle share groups. Since the beer explosion mostly happened after I moved from Cincy, I am looking for your recommendations. Any tips? Prost!

Unfortunately, most of the Dayton area Breweries don't bottle it for sale. Warped Wing sells most of their stuff though and its pretty good, probably the best of the bunch in Dayton. The brewery is a very fun time too so I recommend going there. If you are willing to venture outside of the city then Yellow Springs Brewery is pretty solid and they have announced they plan to start canning and selling soon but not sure if they have yet. Lock 27 Brewing in Centerville has some decent beers of their own it just depends what they have on tap. You can obviously buy growlers there. Toxic Brewing Company is down town in the Oregon District. If you aren't familiar with any of the Dayton/Cincinnati area breweries then Oregon District might be a good place to go because there are several bars and most of them carry a lot of local beers. I was in a bar called Trolley stop over the weekend and they had probably 8-9 different beers on tap from local places.

[ammtd34]

Lock 27's Mouth Breather IPA is probably my favorite Dayton beer. As far as breweries as a whole, though, I agree that Warped Wing is probably above the rest. Eudora is also pretty good.

If you are looking for stores with the best selections in Dayton, any of the Dorothy Lane Markets (Oakwood, Centerville, Springboro) are good. There's a place called The Market in Kettering that is next door to Eudora that also has a nice selection. Centerville Carry Out is good and usually $1 more than the others, which tends to keep people away. I'm fine with that, though. The owner is great. Belmont Party Supply pretty much takes the cake as far as Dayton area selection goes.

[OH.X.MI]

Just got back from the grand opening of Braxton Brewing Co. in Covington. It was pretty busy tonight, long lines and what not. But it seems like a really cool space and the beer was damn good. Their blown gasket porter was delicious, high recommend for anyone who likes porters. I'm not a fan of crowds, but will absolutely be back once things settle down a bit.

On a side note, really glad to see this place open. I've been living in Covington for nearly 3 years now since graduating X, originally from Michigan, and have loved it. Covington is an up and coming area with lots to offer, I highly recommend everyone from across the river to come check it out!

[THRILLHOUSE]

On a side note, really glad to see this place open. I've been living in Covington for nearly 3 years now since graduating X, originally from Michigan, and have loved it. Covington is an up and coming area with lots to offer, I highly recommend everyone from across the river to come check it out!

I've always felt that Covington has so much potential. Glad to hear things are up and coming there. I'll have to check out Braxton next time I'm in town.

[Kahns Krazy]

I worked in Covington every day for 10 years. It is not up and coming, it is treading water about a quarter inch above the drowning line. Finishing the Banks is the best shot Covington has to recover. The Rivercenter building is near bankruptcy. The Convention Center is nearly always empty. I went to Keystone over there a month or so ago and it was a sad shadow of its former self. On the other hand, I did hit mainstrasse this weekend and really enjoyed the Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar. Hopefully they figure out a way to capitalize on the Banks and at least stabilize the substantial losses they have had over there in the last 5 years.

Not really my reason for hitting this thread. I had the Citra High (while in Covington, coincidentally). Probably my favorite Mad Tree offering. Unfortunately a quite limited supply right now. Dutch's had some yesterday, but they are limiting to one per customer.

[ammtd34]

I bought a case of Citra High at the brewery when they released it. So good.

[bobbiemcgee]

Mouth Breather IPA is probably my favorite Dayton beer.

Now that seems apropo. Try the Delusional Ale next time.

[OH.X.MI]

I worked in Covington every day for 10 years. It is not up and coming, it is treading water about a quarter inch above the drowning line. Finishing the Banks is the best shot Covington has to recover. The Rivercenter building is near bankruptcy. The Convention Center is nearly always empty. I went to Keystone over there a month or so ago and it was a sad shadow of its former self. On the other hand, I did hit mainstrasse this weekend and really enjoyed the Old Kentucky Bourbon Bar. Hopefully they figure out a way to capitalize on the Banks and at least stabilize the substantial losses they have had over there in the last 5 years. .

I don't think that's a fair assessment at all. Of course Covington hasn't seen the sort of revitalization as OTR or other areas. But to say it's barely treading water is not true in my opinion. Of course this is limited to downtown Covington / Mainstrasse - Covington is a huge city and hard to generalize about. But why don't you come to Mainstrasse on a Friday or Saturday night in the spring or summer. I will guarantee you see a vibrate area with a lot of different kinds of people out and about having a great time. I guess its not the Banks with Clifton frat bros guzzling bud light - if that's your kind of thing fine. But the Bourbon Bar, Wiseguys above Goodfellahs, Ottos, Strasse Haus, and Braxton a few blocks over. There is a lot going on. I live right in Mainstrasse and know a lot of people who are leaving OTR and Northside for more affordable housing with just as many amenities in Covington.

I don't go to convention centers very much. And there is no doubt the city has financial problems. But I see an "up and coming area" as somewhere young people are gravitating towards. And to say Covington isn't that, at least in some regards, is wrong in my opinion.

[Kahns Krazy]

I dug this post up to post about enjoying the Citra High on tap at Wurst Bar last night, and I see it's the last beer I posted about. I like that beer.

[coasterville95]

It seems our local barkeep has his own private label beer now.

1789

I was able to get a sample at the taproom. Now, however, I feel like I need to have a pint at Danas to get the full experience.

[paulxu]

I'm here to help y'all with your New Year's resolutions.

You're welcome.

http://www.cnn.com/2016/01/06/health/beer-as-an-exercise-motivator/?iid=ob_homepage_deskrecommended_pool&iref=obnetwork

[ammtd34]

Madtree quadrupling production and moving into an $18,000,000 renovation in Oakley. Yes please.

[Cheesehead]

Madtree quadrupling production and moving into an $18,000,000 renovation in Oakley. Yes please.

Good for them. That shows they are doing well. Nice to have local businesses succeed.

[Kahns Krazy]

Before the game Wednesday, met up with some other posters at Zips. It happened to be the Bells tap takeover. I had a couple Hopslams on tap, and I have to say, I don't think this year's batch is as good as last year. Usually an imperial IPA should shine on tap, but I just wasn't wowed.

I think part of it is there are just so damn many beers now. I think Mad Tree's Citra High is every bit as good as Hopslam.

[Lloyd Braun]

Before the game Wednesday, met up with some other posters at Zips. It happened to be the Bells tap takeover. I had a couple Hopslams on tap, and I have to say, I don't think this year's batch is as good as last year. Usually an imperial IPA should shine on tap, but I just wasn't wowed.

I think part of it is there are just so damn many beers now. I think Mad Tree's Citra High is every bit as good as Hopslam.

Hopslam was still solid this year but inconsistent. I had one really good can and draft and a couple "meh".

Fat head Hop Juju is ridiculous. Just came out last week here in Cleveland.

[Nigel Tufnel]

Before the game Wednesday, met up with some other posters at Zips. It happened to be the Bells tap takeover. I had a couple Hopslams on tap, and I have to say, I don't think this year's batch is as good as last year. Usually an imperial IPA should shine on tap, but I just wasn't wowed.

I think part of it is there are just so damn many beers now. I think Mad Tree's Citra High is every bit as good as Hopslam.

Man, it must just be inconsistent. I got a growler of it at Whole Foods by Fields Ertel on Super Bowl Sunday. It was one of the smoothest and well balanced Imperial IPA's I've had in recent memory. It was so good that while drinking it...I think it moved. (Seinfeld reference)

[Kahns Krazy]

I saw someone with a Citra High can over the 4th. If anyone sees this beer for sale, can you alert me where? I can't find it anywhere.

[bobbiemcgee]

http://www.madtreebrewing.com/taproom/

http://www.madtreebrewing.com/home.html

[Kahns Krazy]

I'm familiar with the taproom. I have never been able to get Citra High in cans there. Do they have it?

[ammtd34]

Before the game Wednesday, met up with some other posters at Zips. It happened to be the Bells tap takeover. I had a couple Hopslams on tap, and I have to say, I don't think this year's batch is as good as last year. Usually an imperial IPA should shine on tap, but I just wasn't wowed.

I think part of it is there are just so damn many beers now. I think Mad Tree's Citra High is every bit as good as Hopslam.

Damn. I missed this post and I missed you at Zips. I was there that night with my brother. They put Hop Juju on while we were there, which is better than Hopslam anyway.

[ammtd34]

I'm familiar with the taproom. I have never been able to get Citra High in cans there. Do they have it?

Probably not there anymore. It may be on a shelf somewhere that isn't known for their beer selection, but probably every bottle shop is out.

[paulxu]

Kahns, because you (and Snipe) owe me a beer, I thought I'd provide a little assistance.
Here's the response to my email from the Taproom.


Hi Paul,

Unfortunately we have been sold out for quite some time. This is a very limited release and tends to sell out very quickly (sometimes within the day). To my knowledge any accounts that got it are also sold out as well. There are plans to release it again in the fall, schedule allowing.

lauren

[paulxu]

Kahns,
Check out this announcement from MadTree.
The special "fall seasonal in cans" due out next week might be your Citra High.

http://us10.campaign-archive1.com/?u=907672076387a28aa464c3c48&id=4d2fb21ecc&e=913bc6170b

[XMuskieFTW]

Going to be in Portland for a few days in a couple of weeks. I know Portland is one of the beer capitols in the country, but does anyone have any favorite breweries in the city to go to? Definitely looking to hit up a few.

[ammtd34]

Belmont Station looks pretty insane. On twitter, they posted that they just tapped Lost Abbey Cuvee de Tomme, a pretty sought after Sour. It looks like they have a crazy bottle selection.

Degarde brewing is about 90 minutes away and they're making some funky stuff that's big in the trading world right now.
Deschutes has a brewpub in Portland. Hopworks does, too.

[Kahns Krazy]

Kahns,
Check out this announcement from MadTree.
The special "fall seasonal in cans" due out next week might be your Citra High.

http://us10.campaign-archive1.com/?u=907672076387a28aa464c3c48&id=4d2fb21ecc&e=913bc6170b

Gonna guess the "out of this world" will be the Galaxy High - similar to the Citra but with Galaxy hops instead. The seasonal favorite is almost certainly the Pumpcan.

[GIMMFD]

Ha, what do you mean you peasants aren't drinking knock off Corona in the lovely name of Caribs. Get it together with REAL fanciness.

[paulxu]

Ack! Eat beer...

http://www.regrained.com/home

[outsideobserver11]

Took a chance on a Sriracha Hot Stout at a beer tasting...

https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/132/147262/

This is why I don't take chances in life :sick:

[Muskie]

Took a chance on a Sriracha Hot Stout at a beer tasting...

https://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/132/147262/

This is why I don't take chances in life :sick:

I've seen this several times. I take it you were not a fan?

[coasterville95]

And for extreme beer fans - today is the day the alcohol cap in Ohio is lifted. No more are we limited to just beers with 12% Alcohol by volume or less. Now the sky's the limit.

For those non extreme beer drinkers to put this in perpective
I think Bud Light weighs in at 4.3%

[boozehound]

I'm curious to see if there are actually any good beers in the 12%+ ABV range.

[THRILLHOUSE]

I'm curious to see if there are actually any good beers in the 12%+ ABV range.

Yeah. Just to name a few - The Goose Island Bourbon County line is over 12%. Founders Kentucky Breakfast Stout is just above 12%.

[ammtd34]

Yeah. Just to name a few - The Goose Island Bourbon County line is over 12%. Founders Kentucky Breakfast Stout is just above 12%.

Depending on the year.

But to your point, the answer is yes. A lot.

[XMuskieFTW]

I'm curious to see if there are actually any good beers in the 12%+ ABV range.

All the best beers are 12%+

[THRILLHOUSE]

Depending on the year.



Yeah, I know there were some issues with some of the 2015 batches of Bourbon County. Luckily I didn't get any of the infected bottles. Hopefully their quality control will be better this year.

[ammtd34]

Yeah, I know there were some issues with some of the 2015 batches of Bourbon County. Luckily I didn't get any of the infected bottles. Hopefully their quality control will be better this year.

Oh, right. That too. I just meant that KBS hovers around 12%. Some years, it's over, some years, it's under. Last year, for example, it came in at 12.4% and they had to make a "special batch" for Ohio at 11.9%. No one could ever quite answer if it was a different batch or just different labeling.

[THRILLHOUSE]

Oh, right. That too. I just meant that KBS hovers around 12%. Some years, it's over, some years, it's under. Last year, for example, it came in at 12.4% and they had to make a "special batch" for Ohio at 11.9%. No one could ever quite answer if it was a different batch or just different labeling.

Oh yeah, forgot about them making a "special" Ohio batch.

[XMuskieFTW]

Founders is the best. KBS, Backwoods Bastard, Devil Dancer, Breakfast Stout, Sumatra, their IPAs, their special series. I'm pretty sure I could drink only Founders and be happy the rest of my life.

[X-man]

I am a big fan of so-called "northeast style" IPA's. On a recent trip to Vermont, I visited Hill Farmstead and bought a LOT of beer. Included among my buys was Hill's "Edward", a good example. Other Vermont brewers making that style of beer are Lawson's ("Sip of Sunshine") and The Alchemist ("Heddy Topper"). I would love to see one of our many great craft brewers here in town make such a beer. Last night, I had one that came close. It was Madtree's PSA IPA, the version with extra citra hops. Really good.

[paulxu]

I saw someone with a Citra High can over the 4th. If anyone sees this beer for sale, can you alert me where? I can't find it anywhere.

Get your growler out. Will let you know if I see the cans anywhere.

Edit: Kahns, got in touch with MadTree. They say they will NOT be doing cans this time around. FYI

https://gallery.mailchimp.com/907672076387a28aa464c3c48/_compresseds/0cc82822-6106-45ba-b4a1-0d1b609184e8.jpg?mc_cid=c04f08bfca&mc_eid=913bc6170b

[boozehound]

I F-ing hate it when they don't do cans. I love draft beer but I find growlers to be kind of a pain in the ass, and my current lifestyle with regard to kids makes it very difficult for me to get out to enjoy a beer. I was hoping to be able to pick up a case of the cans and sip on them for a while. Oh well, I still have my case of Lake Erie Monster, I guess.

[ammtd34]

I am a big fan of so-called "northeast style" IPA's. On a recent trip to Vermont, I visited Hill Farmstead and bought a LOT of beer. Included among my buys was Hill's "Edward", a good example. Other Vermont brewers making that style of beer are Lawson's ("Sip of Sunshine") and The Alchemist ("Heddy Topper"). I would love to see one of our many great craft brewers here in town make such a beer. Last night, I had one that came close. It was Madtree's PSA IPA, the version with extra citra hops. Really good.

Just noticed this post. Do you still have any you'd want to trade?

Hoof Hearted makes juicy, hazy, IPAs that people trade for east coast stuff a lot. Lock 27 in Centerville also has one. Since they're blowing up, I'd imagine more breweries start making stuff in that style.

[SemajParlor]

I am a big fan of so-called "northeast style" IPA's. On a recent trip to Vermont, I visited Hill Farmstead and bought a LOT of beer. Included among my buys was Hill's "Edward", a good example. Other Vermont brewers making that style of beer are Lawson's ("Sip of Sunshine") and The Alchemist ("Heddy Topper"). I would love to see one of our many great craft brewers here in town make such a beer. Last night, I had one that came close. It was Madtree's PSA IPA, the version with extra citra hops. Really good.

Sip of Sunshine is amazing.

[ammtd34]

I follow Coaster already, but is anyone else on Untappd? I'm ammtd34.

[X-man]

Just noticed this post. Do you still have any you'd want to trade?

Hoof Hearted makes juicy, hazy, IPAs that people trade for east coast stuff a lot. Lock 27 in Centerville also has one. Since they're blowing up, I'd imagine more breweries start making stuff in that style.

Thanks for the info. As far as the Hill beers are concerned, my son has them all. He says they actually improve with age, and he plans to let them rest for a year. I have drunk all the Lawson's and Alchemist beer though.

[ammtd34]

Thanks for the info. As far as the Hill beers are concerned, my son has them all. He says they actually improve with age, and he plans to let them rest for a year. I have drunk all the Lawson's and Alchemist beer though.

Cool! Depending on the yeast used (thus, bacteria), HF saisons will get funkier over time, which can be really good. If they were stouts, they'll definitely age well.

[boozehound]

Some good seasonals hitting shelves about now.

Narwhal by Sierra Nevada - Excellent Imperial Stout
Southern Tier Pumking and Warlock - Just about the only pumpkin beers I mess with anymore.
Nosferatu by Great Lakes - One of my favorites. Imperial Red Ale

[X-man]

Cool! Depending on the yeast used (thus, bacteria), HF saisons will get funkier over time, which can be really good. If they were stouts, they'll definitely age well.

Only one is a saison, but I trust my son's knowledge and judgment on this one. He brews, and he worked for Stone when he was living in San Diego. BTW the beers are Dorothy, Arthur, and Florence (only 2 of those because they were $30/btl.).

[ammtd34]

Awesome. I think it's safe to trust him.

[Muskie]

I follow Coaster already, but is anyone else on Untappd? I'm ammtd34.

I sent a request.


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[fellahmuskie]

Enjoying a Pale Ale from Woodburn Brewery. Very nice. I can see myself pulling the old bicycle over here on my way home from Xavier games.

[outsideobserver11]

Just noticed this post. Do you still have any you'd want to trade?

Hoof Hearted makes juicy, hazy, IPAs that people trade for east coast stuff a lot. Lock 27 in Centerville also has one. Since they're blowing up, I'd imagine more breweries start making stuff in that style.

Lock has another one of their IPA's up right now that they are advertising as a "fall IPA." I haven't seen it there before and it wasn't on Untappd either. It's called the 1492 Wethop. They call it the perfect IPA for the changing of the seasons, but I still prefer the Mouthbreather.

[paulxu]

As a result of cheap bourbon at the NCO clubs, I switched from beer a long, long time ago.
Therefore, all this discussion of these different beers is totally greek to me.
Have no idea what you guys are talking about.

Sounds interesting, and also a lot like wine guys talking about different wines.

[paulxu]

I have no doubt that many of you on this board are responsible for Cincinnati being one of the test cities.

"Alexa! Get me a case of (whatever)."

http://www.usatoday.com/story/tech/talkingtech/2017/03/21/amazon-alexa-beer-wine-alcohol-runs-amazon-now-two-hour-delivery/99454496/#

[GoMuskies]

I'm going to drink far too much of that glorious liquid tonight as I plan my Saturday trip to San Jose.

[X-man]

Listerman's had a beer earlier this year that they plan to produce again. It is called "Sabotage", and it qualifies as a northeast style IPA. It is made with strawberry compote as one ingredient, and the fruit (while subtle) really adds to the overall taste profile IMHO. I have been after them to get on with producing more of the stuff; hopefully it is available sooner rather than later.

[ammtd34]

Listerman's had a beer earlier this year that they plan to produce again. It is called "Sabotage", and it qualifies as a northeast style IPA. It is made with strawberry compote as one ingredient, and the fruit (while subtle) really adds to the overall taste profile IMHO. I have been after them to get on with producing more of the stuff; hopefully it is available sooner rather than later.

They've released a bunch of NE IPAs this year. Sabotage and another one (Crash, maybe?) were sort of experiments before they decided to can. They then canned Brass Monkey and Brass Monkey Junkie (with mango added). After that, they had a Biggie vs Pac release (East Coast IPA vs West Coast IPA), and Brewer's Delight. I think they're getting progressively better. I've had all of them. Sabotage may still be my favorite of the style from them, though.

[paulxu]

I saw someone with a Citra High can over the 4th. If anyone sees this beer for sale, can you alert me where? I can't find it anywhere.

Being the astute fellow that I am, I know exactly how to get Kahns back to the board in time for the season.

Offer him some Citra High in the can!


Citra High, an Imperial IPA packed with American hops, is back and this time we've brewed enough to share with everyone. Prepare your senses for a kaleidoscope of tropical and citrus flavors from copious amounts of Citra and Simcoe hops.

Beginning Monday, November 13, look for draft and six-packs of Citra High in the MadTree Taproom and everywhere MadTree is sold.


http://madtreebrewing.com/beers/citra-high

(You're welcome)

[XMuskieFTW]

Being the astute fellow that I am, I know exactly how to get Kahns back to the board in time for the season.

Offer him some Citra High in the can!



http://madtreebrewing.com/beers/citra-high

(You're welcome)

This gets hyped up every year on here. I'll have to try and get my hands on some if it's still around in a couple weeks.

[American X]

A Festivus Miracle has occurred. Revolution Brewing is now distributing to Central Indiana. The newest Leagues of Heroes sample pack has two brand new heroes - Northwest Hero and Denali Hero. I can confirm that each one is more delicious than the last.

League of Heroes - Issue 3 (https://revbrew.com/news/league-of-heroes-issue-3)


https://d37xww59oglu30.cloudfront.net/beer/LOH-3-news-post.png

[GoMuskies]

I also like beer.

[XMuskieFTW]

Going to Oktoberfest and Brussels next week. Really excited for some quality Belgian brews.

[UCGRAD4X]

I've got no problem with that. I've been know to drink beer...sometimes to excess...especially in my youth (although, had I know that would keep me off the SCOTUS I would have definitely been more judicious).








not

[ArizonaXUGrad]

This time of year I hunt down good märzens. I have two local breweries that make them as they should taste San Tan and Old Ellsworth. If you live close to Az you find San Tan.

In a couple weeks porter seasonal scone out.


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[American X]

Nice job, Cincinnati.
http://poundpourpass.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Rhinegeist-Streaker-360x360.jpg
I love what Rhinegeist did with the brewery and name, but, honestly, I found the beers underwhelming. I think this one is a home run. Great job extracting all the flavor out of the hops, balancing the bitter, floral and citrus notes.

[American X]

Nice job again, Cincinnati.
https://cdn.beeradvocate.com/im/beers/271506.jpg
Very true to its description - "Intense & refined, Knowledge delivers notes of resinous pine, dank sap, pithy grapefruit, & ripe pineapple. Chewy hops, a zesty punch; this erudite Imperial India Pale Ale sharpens perceptive depths in the studious night."

Definitely an Imperial IPA, but does not cross the line into turpentine like many do.

[American X]

Nice job, Cleveland. Really great complement to the excellent Edmund Fitzgerald Porter.
https://cjwbeer.com/sites/default/files/beers/OCOS%2012%20PACK%20FRONT.png

[paulxu]

this erudite Imperial India Pale Ale sharpens perceptive depths in the studious night."

This sounds like an invitation to drink while cramming for exams.

[muskiefan82]

I feel like I'm going to need beer this year.

[XMuskieFTW]

I've dipped into my 2018 bourbon county purchases much earlier than expected this year.

[ArizonaXUGrad]

I feel like I'm going to need beer this year.

Lol, so true. I now stay late at work so I don’t annoy my wife when I watch us play. No beer but she doesn’t have to hear my negativity.


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[American X]

I find the Lagunitas Super Cluster Ale to be exquisite. Definitely hoppy, but a wonderful citrus & floral burst at the same time. Really well-balanced as opposed to some liquid pine tree IPAs.

https://lagunitas.com/beer/super-cluster

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1920/2991/products/8DEED78C-1D12-48EA-98C0-442185BC3ED9_2000x.jpeg?v=1551302635

[tacopizza885]

I'm fairly new here, don't know if these breweries have been covered.

Locally: 50 West puts out some very good beers. My Favorite: Doom Pedal (a white ale, German style brew). Excellent video about their marketing strategy and focus:

https://youtu.be/1AyNRj95b0o

https://thepartysource.com/image/cache//catalog/inventory/FIFTY-WEST-DOOM-PEDAL-200x250.jpg

My overall favorite, recently, is a highly hopped IPA released by NEW BELGIUM. Voodoo Ranger: Juicy Haze.

https://www.wegmans.com/content/dam/wegmans/products/977/732977.jpg

In my opinion, they have a great approach to brewing and business:

https://youtu.be/Qv8gMuSVhvI


Don't know if there are any other home brewers out there... but it's quite fun.

[bobbiemcgee]

[QUOTE=American X;651526]I find the Lagunitas Super Cluster Ale to be exquisite. Definitely hoppy, but a wonderful citrus & floral burst at the same time. Really well-balanced as opposed to some liquid pine tree IPAs.

https://lagunitas.com/beer/super-cluster


Big fan of the Lagunitas IPA

[tacopizza885]

A few days over a month until the Mighty Musketeers take the court again! Who's excited? We've dealt with politics, ncaa violations, music disagreements, and possibly (just guessing), personal animosity. I'm not one to judge, but, as a newcomer, I blame Snipe.

The trend continues to be IPAs. So thought I would pass on a new favorite. It's light, crisp, hint of hoppy, and available at Kroger. (Made by Goose Island).

Next Coast IPA:

https://d2lnr5mha7bycj.cloudfront.net/product-image/file/large_b2ad9ea4-2b2e-4d91-ad92-f94553a92990.JPG

[bobbiemcgee]

Got comped a ticket to this week's Great American Beer Festival here in Denver. 800 breweries, 4,000 beers, 62,000 drunks. They know how to throw a party.

[paulxu]

Got comped a ticket to this week's Great American Beer Festival here in Denver. 800 breweries, 4,000 beers, 62,000 drunks. They know how to throw a party.

Well played Cincinnati.

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2019/10/08/cincinnati-breweries-bring-home-the-gold-at-great.html

[XMuskieFTW]

Well played Cincinnati.

https://www.bizjournals.com/cincinnati/news/2019/10/08/cincinnati-breweries-bring-home-the-gold-at-great.html

I swear that festival has to give out 13,684 medals a year. It seems like everyone who attempts to win one does.

[paulxu]

I swear that festival has to give out 13,684 medals a year. It seems like everyone who attempts to win one does.

New age parenting.

[MADXSTER]

Names for the New IPA beer during this time of Crisis

1) The VID

2) CV19

3) Pandemic

4) MMMMYCORONA

[Lloyd Braun]

Madtree Galaxy High was pretty good.... I enjoy galaxy hops quite a bit though.