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11/28/2012 9:32:13 AM

What Goose Island beers should I be on the lookout for? They just started releasing in NC.

11/28/2012 9:43:37 AM

depends on what they're sending.

their normal lineup is just ok.

their barrel aged series are good to excellent.

[Edited on November 28, 2012 at 9:55 AM. Reason : this year's juliet was one of my favorite things i've had]

11/28/2012 9:53:59 AM

normal lineup is all we'll get for awhile. Honkers, IPA, etc.

11/28/2012 10:00:16 AM

they're talking about us getting the normal lineup soon too, but with matilda and sofie to hold us over.

maybe ill drink that bottle of sofie tonight

no sense in hanging onto it if i can get it at my leisure soon

11/28/2012 10:52:19 AM

Sofie is one i'm very excited about, if and when it finally arrives.



Anchor Christmas 2012 is much better than 11.

11/28/2012 11:54:18 AM

you can get sofie, pj, and matilda in 4packs too, iirc

i'm down with that

11/28/2012 11:58:51 AM

Matilda & Sofie are excellent for the money.

Out of their normal stuff, I'd say go IPA. (& Christmas Ale if you get it)

Not confirmed yet, but I *think* Denver might get it's first batch of BCBS today or tomorrow. It's really hush hush and I haven't seen or heard a peep from anyone, only two stores have both said this week will be nothing short of epic.

Picked up 2x Abyss already this week.

Small trade + 1 of the Abyss I picked up yesterday.


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[Edited on November 28, 2012 at 1:27 PM. Reason : /]

11/28/2012 1:26:47 PM

the Goose Island entrance into the NC market is causing such an uproar among the devoted craft collective here. and now there are reports that the original Goose Island CEO is stepping down and AB execs are taking over the top spots in the company.

Quote :

"I understand the panicked, ongoing rush to defend Goose Island, which in fact is dead. Yesterday, it became even more dead, if that's possible: Goose Island CEO, John Hall, stepping down, A-B InBev exec taking over. Hall now "will be part of a newly-formed 'craft advisory board' at A-B InBev," meaning that he'll be the rough equivalent of an affirmative action appointment to an entity which is the GREATEST ENEMY OF CRAFT BEER IN THE HISTORY OF THIS PLANET."

http://potablecurmudgeon.blogspot.com/2012/11/goose-island-zombie-craft-beer-and.html


I can understand the uproar. AB has pumped a lot (relative to craft beer marketing) dollars into the area promoting the brand, hosting launch parties nightly for the past two weeks in bars around and, from reports, bullying their way onto tap walls. For the most part the bars seem OK with it and people have been attending these launches. I'm just skeptical we'll ever see the good stuff and this market will just be Goose Island light and even more so with the original management out

11/28/2012 1:35:26 PM

don't forget the brewmaster for the barrel program left in the last week or two too.

his new ventures seemed neat.

11/28/2012 1:48:24 PM

Quote :

"A-B InBev exec taking over"

yea, read that and I think this is the biggest part that worries me. 100% of the time ABInbev takes over they look to cut costs, this will MOST LIKELY mean changes in recipes.

until they change a recipe, i'll continue to drink their beer. if they start looking to cut costs and increase margins, that will be the true downfall of Goose Island.... it's obvious they're at a tipping point now with all signs pointing to its doom...

if ABInbev would focus on the craft and less on profits, it could be a good thing, hypothetically of course.

[Edited on November 28, 2012 at 1:49 PM. Reason : .]

11/28/2012 1:48:42 PM

sure would be nice if my company's firewall didn't start blocking BA this week . where will i read all the doomsday rants?

11/28/2012 1:53:45 PM

if they were smart they'd block http://www.hidemyass.com/ too

11/28/2012 1:58:48 PM

Restricted, do you want to go halves on a Westy 12 gift pack? i expect 12/12 to be like black friday for beer nerds. fat guys getting trampled in Total Wines

11/29/2012 10:54:29 AM

^ ::ahem::

11/29/2012 2:29:02 PM

crazy week in Denver, it's only Thursday and I'm out of beer money this week....

All releases yesterday/today:

The Bruery Rueuze
The Bruery Smoking Wood
The Bruery 5 Golden Rings
Russian River Pliny the Elder
Russian River Supplication
Cantillon Classic 750ml
Cantillon Fou' Foune 750ml
Cantillon Kriek 375ml
Cantillon Cuvée St-Gilloise 750ml
Deschutes Abyss

Cantillon Zwanze Day on Saturday, Bligh's BA Barleywine release on the 11th, Wynkoop Parade of Darks, Prost Doppelbock this Saturday at 2... bout as crazy as it gets...

11/29/2012 3:19:45 PM

Had some cold mountain this evening. Also picked up a bottle of NODA Pacific reign. Excited about that one.

11/29/2012 5:40:54 PM

Quote :

"Restricted, do you want to go halves on a Westy 12 gift pack? "

Motherfuckers will be following the beer trucks again. Too bad we both work till 5; it will probably be gone by then.

11/29/2012 6:58:17 PM

i may be able to break away and try the TW in University, it gets less traffic. If I get lucky you want in?


thing that sucks is Olde Rabbits Foote just a few days before. Beer Broke

11/29/2012 9:06:15 PM

Roger. I will half it with you.

When is ORF? I might go late camp it.

11/30/2012 7:04:46 AM

12/8

you are hosting me the night before, remember? plan accordingly, kthx

11/30/2012 9:05:05 AM

Just bought my 2nd 12 pack of Cold Mountain this week. Probably gonna hold on to this one to sip on in the new year. In the meantime the last few times I've been to the FS it is all I've had to drink

I'm glad that Dragon's Milk has been back on tap...but I'm not too excited that it's now $7/glass

11/30/2012 3:52:20 PM

That NODA Pacific reign was delicious. I should have gotten two.

11/30/2012 4:21:15 PM

Glad to see not all of the Pacific Reign bottles were flat.

The market should have had this beer a month ago.

11/30/2012 7:25:18 PM

had oak aged yeti and goose island urban wheat on tap tonight

the yeti was excellent. the goose island was pretty meh.

11/30/2012 9:00:30 PM

^^Got the green light for the ORF Camp.

11/30/2012 9:25:40 PM

Finally got a sixer of Brown Shugga tonight. Good stuff


Does anyone know where I can get my hands on a couple bottle of The Abyss? My father in law worked in Oregon in the early part of the year and always talked about Deschutes, would love to surprise him with a bottle for Christmas

11/30/2012 10:47:13 PM

Had a bomber of Terrapin Liquid Bliss, thought it was awesome...

11/30/2012 11:25:54 PM

[Edited on December 1, 2012 at 7:25 PM. Reason : /]

12/1/2012 7:12:19 PM

Tried to pick up a growler of Gingerbread Stout at the Hardywood Brewery last night but they were out (more coming next week though). Had to settle for the Mo Rye'd Rye Pale Ale, which is pretty damn good itself.

12/1/2012 8:03:43 PM

Got a bomber of Sam Adams Gingerbread Stout from Whole Foods, along with some Highland Cold Mountain. Planning to consume within end of month.

12/1/2012 10:24:15 PM

really wanting to try that gingerbread stout.

Picked up some Dogfishhead Miles Davis, Ommegang Abbey Ale, and some New Belgium Snow Day tonight.

12/2/2012 6:44:27 PM

Stone Mint Chocolate Imperial Stout - this was a tough one to finish. strong mint up front, but a harsh unpleasant finish. glad it was only a 12oz split two ways.

Terrapin Liquid Bliss - was told this was a "liquid Reese's Cup". I didn't pick up flavors that strong. I'm not a big peanut butter fan, but the flavors in this beer were very balanced. I enjoyed it quite a bit. It's almost a tease, with the flavors up front leaving before you can just get enough. A little pricey as all Terrapin beers are these days.

12/4/2012 8:26:26 AM

Quote :

"Stone Mint Chocolate Imperial Stout"

Split it with a friend as well, just last Sunday and thought it was delicious! Mint was subtle and the stout really had a nice full body, not too bitter, thought it was just really well balanced, odd to hear it wasn't for you.

12/4/2012 11:52:33 AM

hill farmstead third anniversary festival on my goddamned 30th birthday

happy birthday present to me?

maybe.

12/4/2012 12:23:11 PM

Was just up in VT last week - definitely recommended. The brewery visit itself isn't much, just an in and out retail deal with a quick tasting, but the setting is awesome and would be a great place to camp. Stayed at some cool places and did some nice hikes as well. Already keeping an eye on either an anniversary or harvest fest at HF.

12/4/2012 12:54:25 PM

Nice little haul, totally want a Juicy, heard great things about it.

12/4/2012 1:14:32 PM

I'm getting ready to hit up a couple craft beer stores this weekend to get a few bottles for my father-in-law. I need some recommendations for some new, good brews, any suggestions? He isnt really into IPAs, more into ambers, stouts and porters, the more complex the better

I've already got Terrapin Liquid Bliss, Dogfish Miles Davis Bitches Brew and Pisgah Valdez on the list (thanks jeepin4x4)

12/5/2012 8:48:40 AM

holy crap Sam Smith Organic Chocolate Stout is like a liquid cavity. wayyyyy too sweet.

12/5/2012 9:02:44 AM

http://121212xii.wordpress.com/2012/12/03/hello-world/

have at it, north carolina peoples

[Edited on December 5, 2012 at 10:35 AM. Reason : e]

12/5/2012 10:34:38 AM

i will be broke come new year with that, Olde Rabbit's Foot on Saturday, and seeking out a couple bottles of Silent Night.

12/5/2012 10:48:29 AM

double post...


but with it being Christmas anyone have any gift ideas for other craft lovers or craft noobs in your life? or something you've asked for yourself?

12/5/2012 10:54:48 AM

proper snifters.

12/5/2012 12:05:50 PM

^^

heh. I asked for this Terrapin dog collar with a built in beer bottle opener:
http://terrapinbeer.com/store/#!/~/product/category=1034894&id=4384060

I bought the Boulevard smokestack gift set for myself. Haven't had any of their beers and the tulip looked cool.

Mother Earth's Silent Night is a pretty solid seasonal release. Bought it for a friend last year and it was well received. Not sure when it comes out.

[Edited on December 5, 2012 at 3:05 PM. Reason : ::]

12/5/2012 3:02:26 PM

^2012 release party was this past saturday. should hit stores this week.


proper snifters is always a good one. i should pass some down from my glass hoarding collection.

12/5/2012 3:10:03 PM

that same boulevard tulip is basically an extension of my right hand at this point, lol

12/5/2012 3:14:53 PM

Got a little carried away...



Front:
Harviestoun Ola Dubh Special Reserve 18
Trappistes Rochefort 8

Middle:
Bruery 5 Golden Rings
Bruery Smoking Wood Rye Porter
Chimay Peres Trappistes Grande Reserve 2012
North Coast Old Stock 2012 Otsuchi
Great Divide Oak Aged Yeti
Deschutes The Dissident 2012
Nebraska Melange A Trois
Southern Tier Creme Brulee Stout
Midnight Sun Monk's Mistress
Midnight Sun TREAT
Founders Bolt Cutter Barleywine
Heady Topper Double IPA (4-pack)

Back:
Russian River Pliny the Elder (x2)
Russian River Damnation (x2)
HaandBryggeriet Barrel-Aged Porter
HaandBryggeriet Odin's Tipple
Stone Double Bastard
Dogfish Head Miles Davis Bitch's Brew

12/5/2012 9:46:27 PM

Wow, nice haul, how much did you spend on all that?

12/5/2012 9:49:15 PM

So how much that run you for all of that?

12/5/2012 9:52:04 PM

Too much... about $260. I'm hosting a farewell party on Friday for two friends who are moving to NYC, so I figure I'll bring out a few of those bottles for people there who will appreciate them. The rest should get me through the holidays and beyond.

Guy at the store told me they were getting Deschutes Abyss in tomorrow, otherwise I would have added a few bottles of that to the haul. Now, I'm not so sure my wife will let me go back to get them.

[Edited on December 5, 2012 at 9:56 PM. Reason : Abyss]

12/5/2012 9:53:48 PM