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Cooking & Food Talk => Charcoal Grilling & BBQ => Topic started by: robs2 on November 03, 2017, 02:15:04 PM
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Me and my neighborhood buds often get accused of being the epicenter of Charlotte's IPA scene (drinking, not brewing). In the last week, our brews of choice have been:
Pliney Blind Pig
3 Floyds Zombie Dust (3 days old)
The Alchemist Skadoosh & Heady Topper
A couple Surley's
Westbrook Citrus Redacted
Brew Gentlemen's General Braddock
.... and now I'm having NC's very best single IPA - Burial Hawkbill
(There's a ham on the grill back there somewhere)
... but this is a post about another "food".
For you guys that enjoy a fine brew, what are your favorites? Secret Santa is coming up and this might be a good thread for ideas.
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Its hard to go wrong with anything 3 Floyds - love some Zombie Dust and Gumbballhead. I also enjoy Bells, Founders, and Lagunitas. Never tried Alchemist or pliny the elder, but really want to.
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Agreed @julweidn. Pliney The Elder gets the nod on most "rankings" but a lot of the true IPA guys I know (self included) prefer the Pig.
Had a Laganitus Born Yesterday on Monday. Love this fresh-hopped beers!
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Agreed @julweidn. Pliney The Elder gets the nod on most "rankings" but a lot of the true IPA guys I know (self included) prefer the Pig.
Had a Laganitus Born Yesterday on Monday. Love this fresh-hopped beers!
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Ive never had a beer from Russian River - definitely on my list. I dont think you can get it in Indiana.
Had 2015 Dark Lord last year, it was incredible. Im usually not a fan of that style.
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RR is only available in CA, OR, CO and (oddly) PA. Hard to find even in those states.
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Zombie Dust is Amazballs. I love me some Red Oak but I live in Indiana and it’s cold only so hard to get much here when I come back from my visits to family in NC.
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@frugalQ next trip to NC, getcha some:
Burial
Heist
Lynnwood Brewing Concern
Sycamore
NoDa
In that order. Last 2 avail everywhere.
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Who are the IPA guys in the club?
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... For you guys that enjoy a fine brew, what are your favorites? ...
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@noreaster I'm jealous. Have never had the Sunshine but high on my list.
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Stumblin' Monk - Belgian Style Pale Ale from Stewart's Brewing Company, Bear. DE
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Hey, long time Beer Advocate member and IPA fan here.
@Robs2...Even better than Sip of Sunshine is Double Sunshine. Lawson’s makes great stuff! However, sounds like you’re drinking some primo beers already!
As for Russian River...I’m not really a fan of Blind Pig. I mean...it’s ok, but every time I go to RR, I always grab a pint or two of Row 2 Hill 56 (I enjoy it more than a Pliny).
Currently enjoying the Sierra Nevada Fresh Hop 12 pack this weekend. Highly recommend it.
Cheers!
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@mike - noted... expect the double to be primo and will place it above the Sip on my list!
Was in Temecula a few weeks ago and had a Row 2 Hill 56 for the first time ( love the simplicity of the story behind the name). Great beer. But I prefer the [emoji200]!
Today, I went to a recently opened Brewery here in Charlotte opened by Chris Tropeano - former Russian River brewer- and it was really good. Looking forward to seeing him develop. Definitely not perfect yet but I believe he has the foundation for what could become great.... the scene is amazing.
Some really great east coast stuff here in NC that is as good as anything I've had. Have several CA beers I'm interested in. Would love to get into some trades!
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Love a good IPA. Surly Furious and Lagunitas Maximus are my go-tos, but I love Bell’s Hopslam when I can get it.
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@TheKevman how'd you like this past year's Hopslam? I thought it was mediocre at best. That beer used to be really good but I think in this day of superior Brewing, they have been passed up. You agree?
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If there's any of you guys that are serious about your IPAs and would like to sample some goodies from NC - one of the best craft scenes on the right coast - let me know and I'll get some good stuff in your hands!
Nothing like a perfect brew when doing a cook on a classic kettle!
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I too prefer Pig over Pliny (always have). Unfortunately we don't get Pig bottles in San Diego anymore, but Toronado has it on draft regularly.
@jason & I are both huge Ponto fans, from Pizza Port. Usually my go-to grilling can.
As I mentioned once before, I work for Rip Current Brewing in San Diego. We just tapped our Triple IPA "Caught in a Rip". It gives Pliny the Younger a run for its money, IMHO.
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@selfservebrewer Have you been to Regal Beagle in SD? My company is based in SoCal and the last 3 times I've been to SD, they've had the Pig on draft.
I'd love to try your IIIPA.
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We are lucky to have to good options near me. RAR and Burley Oak both make some great NEIPA type beers from the nano sector. We have a couple good micro breweries as well such as Union and Flying Dog. We also have the Veil down in Richmond which is amazeballs and to the North, we have Trillium and Treehouse, plus the VT options you've already seen in this thread. Good IPAs abound nowadays which is great. I've been lucky enough to keep my fridge full of limited release beers this year, but I'm always looking for a sleeper shelfie beer that's underrated and easy to get. For those options, I always like Dale's, almost anything Lagunitas or even Long Trail Green Blaze is a great sleeper beer. Currently, Born Yesterday (Lagunitas) is the best wide distro IPA you can get your hands on in my opinion.
BTW, I've had a few Burial beers. Good brewery. None of those I sampled knocked me silly, but they were all solid.
Also, Russian River Blind Pig is such a rare treat. I think that one's crazy heavy on Amarillo and has a bit of an apricot aroma. Amazing beer.
Today I had a Lazer Snake and a Half Acre DIPA (Deep Space?).
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@robs2 have you tried any of the brews from Legal Remedy (Rock Hill) yet? I'm more of a porter/stout guy but my IPA drinking friends enjoyed the Justice Juice from them. And their World Court Mocha Blond Stout is a must try if you haven't had it yet.
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Thanks @Krager. I have not but I will now!
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I dink A LOT of craft beer, but not a fan of hoppy stuff. I'm local to Mothers, so i drink a lot of their stuff. Sipping an Oktoberfest, as we speak. I love stouts. Especially if they sit in a barrel for a while. Can get on board with sours, trippels, quads, barley wines... For the most part keep my IBU low and my ABV up, and I'm happy. So far my favorite of all is MILF by Mothers. It's an imperial stout aged in 4 different kinds of barrels, for almost and year and then blended. Holy complex Batman. I might be up for a trade, but I have expensive taste and shipping beer is already expensive. I would also have to shop blindly for you, since i can't stand hoppy beers.
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I enjoy the Deep Ellum IPA. Brewed right here in Dallas.
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Who are the IPA guys in the club?
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Schaefd2 checking in!!
Zombie is totally amaze balls. And at 3-4 days old, it Smells like your cat pissed on your best weed! It’s awesome!
Pliny the elder is fantastic as well!
Here is what I’m drinking tonight. Voodoo Brewing - Good Vibes. It is truly fantastic and I think it is pretty close to ZD!
add me on Untappd - schaefd2
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One day I’ll have some of that heady... From the can too if I must!!
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Hey @schaefd2, will definitely add you on untapped. This is going to be tough, but I'm going to take a 45 day "breather". Injured my shoulder swinging a fungo bat and suspected a cuff tear.... doc called me today and confirmed that's the case so I'm going to have to have it repaired. Will take some "high health" time to prep for surgery (no drinking) but I'll be back!
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One day I’ll have some of that heady... From the can too if I must!!
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Think you can only get heady topper on tap or in cans. No bottles as far as I know. I have had it in Vermont when I am there and also brought some home....it is in short supply and hard to get. It is fantastic though
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One day I’ll have some of that heady... From the can too if I must!!
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Think you can only get heady topper on tap or in cans. No bottles as far as I know. I have had it in Vermont when I am there and also brought some home....it is in short supply and hard to get. It is fantastic though
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Oh I prefer my beer in cans but the alchemist is persistent that heady should be drank from the can rather than poured into a glass. Hell, they print it on the can itself lol
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I like my local flavors. Centerpoint blood orange and sun king ipa.
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I like my local flavors. Centerpoint blood orange and sun king ipa.
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Indy has some great local breweries! Sun King is always good. I enjoy Oaken Barrel as well - they are one of the OG's for craft beer in Indy.
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I like my local flavors. Centerpoint blood orange and sun king ipa.
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Indy has some great local breweries! Sun King is always good. I enjoy Oaken Barrel as well - they are one of the OG's for craft beer in Indy.
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I can ride my bike to oaken barrel. I’ve been going there for 20 years. They were definitely pioneers and have helped other small breweries with expertise.
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And I forgot, their ipa is one of my favorites.
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Of the ones available nationally , I love Bell's 2 Hearted and Dechutes Fresh squeezed. There is also a beer out of Cleveland area called The Brew Kettle White Raja that is fantastic.
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Of the ones available nationally , I love Bell's 2 Hearted and Dechutes Fresh squeezed. There is also a beer out of Cleveland area called The Brew Kettle White Raja that is fantastic.
+1 for White Rajah!
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My brother lives in Columbus. Every trip there includes at least:
Columbus Brewing Co IPA
Brew Kettle White Raja
Head Hunter Hop Stalker (if there in the fall fresh hop season)
Head Hunter Hop Juju (if there in the spring for this seasonal)
Head Hunter IPA if there any other time
And last...and MOST
Any juice bomb by Hoof Hearted. My personal favorite was the Musk of the Minotaur batch they did in Feb '17, but they have several beers rated higher than that (Konkey Dong, Roller Blabe, South of Eleven DIPA).
If you ever get to OH and haven't tried any of these, seek them out.
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Love this thread. Currently I’m drinking a #nofilter from Thomas hooker. I have also been enjoying a small brewery in Vermont called Upperpass. They make a single a double ipa. I also grab some Tree House when I can. Great New England ipa!!
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I like my local flavors. Centerpoint blood orange and sun king ipa.
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Indy has some great local breweries! Sun King is always good. I enjoy Oaken Barrel as well - they are one of the OG's for craft beer in Indy.
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I can ride my bike to oaken barrel. I’ve been going there for 20 years. They were definitely pioneers and have helped other small breweries with expertise.
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Small world. I grew up in greenwood and still live on the southside.
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I like my local flavors. Centerpoint blood orange and sun king ipa.
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Indy has some great local breweries! Sun King is always good. I enjoy Oaken Barrel as well - they are one of the OG's for craft beer in Indy.
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I can ride my bike to oaken barrel. I’ve been going there for 20 years. They were definitely pioneers and have helped other small breweries with expertise.
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Small world. I grew up in greenwood and still live on the southside.
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Cool. I’m right downtown greenwood. I’m embarrassed to say I haven’t made it over to planetary even though it’s walking distance. Have you tried it yet?
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Finally, maybe the start to a south side Weber Kettle crew. Troy we need sweatshirts!
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I like my local flavors. Centerpoint blood orange and sun king ipa.
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Indy has some great local breweries! Sun King is always good. I enjoy Oaken Barrel as well - they are one of the OG's for craft beer in Indy.
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I can ride my bike to oaken barrel. I’ve been going there for 20 years. They were definitely pioneers and have helped other small breweries with expertise.
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Small world. I grew up in greenwood and still live on the southside.
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Cool. I’m right downtown greenwood. I’m embarrassed to say I haven’t made it over to planetary even though it’s walking distance. Have you tried it yet?
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I went there when they first opened several years ago. I haven't been to their new location yet.
Rumor has it a few breweries looked at the old blind pig location, but it was in such terrible shape they all passed.
Owner of oaken barrel also bought that entire strip, so it will be cool to see what he dies with it.
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Whoa, he bought the old blind pig? I didn’t know that. They actually made blind pig decent when they redid the store fronts.
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Whoa, he bought the old blind pig? I didn’t know that. They actually made blind pig decent when they redid the store fronts.
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No - sorry that was confusing. He bought all the buildings where oaken barrel is located now.
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Ok yeah I knew that. He also owns or is a partner on a new event hall of sorts in franklin. Looks like it’s almost finished. Old building remodel.
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My brother lives in Columbus. Every trip there includes at least:
Columbus Brewing Co IPA
Brew Kettle White Raja
Head Hunter Hop Stalker (if there in the fall fresh hop season)
Head Hunter Hop Juju (if there in the spring for this seasonal)
Head Hunter IPA if there any other time
And last...and MOST
Any juice bomb by Hoof Hearted. My personal favorite was the Musk of the Minotaur batch they did in Feb '17, but they have several beers rated higher than that (Konkey Dong, Roller Blabe, South of Eleven DIPA).
If you ever get to OH and haven't tried any of these, seek them out.
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I second @robs2 opinion. I live in Columbus (Delaware to be exact but whatevs). All these are fantastic beers! I highly suggest adding fresh Mystic Mama from Jackie-Os to this list. Also, (and I don’t know how it has been missed) but you NEED to pick up some fresh Bodhi from Columbus Brewing. If you like all those beers you listed, you’re missing out if you haven’t had Bodhi. Widely regarded as Columbus’s best and it is always in the conversation of Ohio’s best beer. Not best IPA (it’s a DIPA) but Best Overall beer.
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My brother lives in Columbus. Every trip there includes at least:
Columbus Brewing Co IPA
Brew Kettle White Raja
Head Hunter Hop Stalker (if there in the fall fresh hop season)
Head Hunter Hop Juju (if there in the spring for this seasonal)
Head Hunter IPA if there any other time
And last...and MOST
Any juice bomb by Hoof Hearted. My personal favorite was the Musk of the Minotaur batch they did in Feb '17, but they have several beers rated higher than that (Konkey Dong, Roller Blabe, South of Eleven DIPA).
If you ever get to OH and haven't tried any of these, seek them out.
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I second @robs2 opinion. I live in Columbus (Delaware to be exact but whatevs). All these are fantastic beers! I highly suggest adding fresh Mystic Mama from Jackie-Os to this list. Also, (and I don’t know how it has been missed) but you NEED to pick up some fresh Bodhi from Columbus Brewing. If you like all those beers you listed, you’re missing out if you haven’t had Bodhi. Widely regarded as Columbus’s best and it is always in the conversation of Ohio’s best beer. Not best IPA (it’s a DIPA) but Best Overall beer.
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Two terrible misses on my part not calling out the Jackie O's or the Bodhi. I generally try to stay away from the imperials as much as I can (unless it's a Hoof Hearted), thus the Bodhi oversight. From Athens, I like the Mystic Mama ok but I really like the Mandala series. Very piney... love it. I'm definitely a hophead, but I do like a good stout and man.... Jackie O's kills the stouts!!
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@schaefd2 My bro lives near you. There is a bottle shop up there than now has Zombie Dust 100% of the time. Did you know that? I sent you an untapped request.
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@robs2 Glad to know you’ve had both of them! I usually skip on the imperials as well (too big) but Bodhi is an exception. I love Dark Apparition and Oil of Aphrodite (and their Bourbon barrel versions). Sounds like you’d be a great drinking buddy hahaha but damn Mandalas are expensive. Only reason I haven’t tried them.
Pick up some Good Vibes from Voodoo. They’re from Meadville Pa (where my in laws are from) and they just started distributing to Cbus. If you can find it, try some.
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Oh here we go... now we're gonna get into a whole Pennsylvania conversation!!! [emoji12]
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Oh here we go... now we're gonna get into a whole Pennsylvania conversation!!! [emoji12]
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LOL I’d welcome it! Because outside of Good Vibes, and a couple others from Voodoo, I have had nothing but mediocre beer from Northwest PA. if there’s something I’m missing out there, please let me know. I’m headed to Clarion to Friday.
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My 2 favorite PA breweries are Brew Gentlemen in Pittsburgh and Tired Hands near Philly (Ardmore maybe?). Brew Gents General Braddock is my favorite. My "other brother", also a hophead with a proper pallet, thinks Tired Hands Alien Church is about the best beer he's ever had (He rated it higher than a fresh Younger he had in Santa Rosa in fact... for what that's worth). I'm not sure you'll find Brew Gents outside of Pittsburgh but I know Tired Hands is available in NYC so I would think you might find it in NW PA.
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I think craft beer is as crazy as people collecting Weber Kettles. [emoji13]
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I think craft beer is as crazy as people collecting Weber Kettles. [emoji13]
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Maybe the ones who beer trade and ship beer across the nation. I used to be that way. Now, I just walk in to the store and pick from what’s available. It’s much more enjoyable that way. [emoji23]
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I think craft beer is as crazy as people collecting Weber Kettles. [emoji13]
Maybe the ones who beer trade and ship beer across the nation. I used to be that way. Now, I just walk in to the store and pick from what’s available. It’s much more enjoyable that way. [emoji23]
When I moved to a small town this year my choices became very limited. I can actually get very good IPAs and a few others here, but they are the same beers all the time.
I figured I was "doing it wrong," because I was never as contented as the joe six-packs who were happy with their same choice eery week. I wanted to try everything within my reach. I traveled. I spent. And now I'm spent.
I often felt as if I was buying the label, and worse, that I *should* be drinking a nice beer when I didn't necessarily want it. Time to stop, not just slow down. It's not that I don't appreciate better beer, trust me I do, but as a hobby I couldn't sustain it on several levels. I learned I'd rather go without than drink something that was merely very good but not great. Pathetic, I know!
I got the flu or something similar a little over a month ago and wanted no booze. Haven't had, nor wanted, any beer since. I had been looking for a way out. I still drink everything else, but it's refreshing to not treat booze like water. For ME.
But if you draw my name from a hat, heck yeah send me something good!
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Northwest PA beers! Voodoo has the classic Winona's Big Brown Ale as well. There is a place in Venango (near Meadville) Called Sprague's Farm and Brewworks. Great beer, but as far as I know they don't bottle. There is also North Country Brewing in Slippery Rock. They do can, but it don't like it as much as the draft.
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Akron has Thirsty Dog and Hoppin' Frog two great breweries.
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Northwest PA beers! Voodoo has the classic Winona's Big Brown Ale as well. There is a place in Venango (near Meadville) Called Sprague's Farm and Brewworks. Great beer, but as far as I know they don't bottle. There is also North Country Brewing in Slippery Rock. They do can, but it don't like it as much as the draft.
Thanks @Talus! I know all those places [emoji23] Voodoo is by far the best IMO. I’d love to go to Spragues someday. My bro-in-laws went and loved it. North County is OK but too far from Clarion or Erie. Big Secret Pizza Party from Voodoo is very VERY good. If you’re ever in Clarion, hit up Toby Hill Bar and Grill. It’s the greatest shitty bar I’ve been to out there. I’ll be there tomorrow night actually lol gotta escape the inlaws!
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Northwest PA beers! Voodoo has the classic Winona's Big Brown Ale as well. There is a place in Venango (near Meadville) Called Sprague's Farm and Brewworks. Great beer, but as far as I know they don't bottle. There is also North Country Brewing in Slippery Rock. They do can, but it don't like it as much as the draft.
...hit up Toby Hill Bar and Grill. It’s the greatest shitty bar I’ve been to out there. I’ll be there tomorrow night actually lol gotta escape the inlaws!
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HA!
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I think craft beer is as crazy as people collecting Weber Kettles. [emoji13]
Maybe the ones who beer trade and ship beer across the nation. I used to be that way. Now, I just walk in to the store and pick from what’s available. It’s much more enjoyable that way. [emoji23]
When I moved to a small town this year my choices became very limited. I can actually get very good IPAs and a few others here, but they are the same beers all the time.
I figured I was "doing it wrong," because I was never as contented as the joe six-packs who were happy with their same choice eery week. I wanted to try everything within my reach. I traveled. I spent. And now I'm spent.
I often felt as if I was buying the label, and worse, that I *should* be drinking a nice beer when I didn't necessarily want it. Time to stop, not just slow down. It's not that I don't appreciate better beer, trust me I do, but as a hobby I couldn't sustain it on several levels. I learned I'd rather go without than drink something that was merely very good but not great. Pathetic, I know!
I got the flu or something similar a little over a month ago and wanted no booze. Haven't had, nor wanted, any beer since. I had been looking for a way out. I still drink everything else, but it's refreshing to not treat booze like water. For ME.
But if you draw my name from a hat, heck yeah send me something good!
Im right there with ya @addicted-to-smoke! Except I’m in Columbus where I have near infinite choices - and I STILL shipped beer to get the famous or rare stuff. I couldn’t walk into a beer store without dropping $50. It was getting bad. I hit a wall one day (that’s another story) and thank God I hit that wall because drinking beer was enjoyable after that. I took a break from crafty stuff and only drank my namesake beer (Schaefer Beer 30 pack for $17!) Thanks to my wife’s encouragement, I learned to just pick from whatever is available when I go. To consider a craft beer as a treat and be thankful for what i have to choose from.
Turns out there are so many great beers out there that you’ll miss if you spend hours researching it!
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@schaefd2
I just remembered another good Cbus Brewery... Seventh Son I think? I didn't think they were nearly as good as HH overall, but they had an IPA that was money. Will have to ask my brother what it was called.
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@schaefd2
I just remembered another good Cbus Brewery... Seventh Son I think? I didn't think they were nearly as good as HH overall, but they had an IPA that was money. Will have to ask my brother what it was called.
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Seventh Son won best of Cbus a couple years ago. You may be thinking of their two flagship beers, Strong Ale (red tall boy can) and Humulus Nimbus Super Pale (blue tall boy). Maybe Proliferous? That’s a great one too. They have several though.
I’ve had a few from Hoof Hearted (South of Eleven and Musk of Minotaur) and I’ve been underwhelmed to be honest. However, I like very hop forward beers. And I think HH balances theirs with malt very well, which ends up disappointing me. Maybe my palate isn’t refined enough. I want to try Konkey Dong though, but mostly for their label lol I Love Donkey Kong.
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@robs2 Sorry I can be chatty lol what part of town if your bro located? You guys need to check out Barley Hopsters in Delaware. That’s my favorite place. They have a wall of coolers to make your own sixers, but they let you set up a tab and drink them in store and they’re only $2-4 each!! You can even bring your dog in for a drink! It’s an awesome place. Thurman’s is right next door too.
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Proliferous is what I was thinking... that's it. I'm a huge unfiltered juice bomb fan. Hoof Hearted is to Columbus as Heist is to Charlotte. Never unhappy in either of those Tap rooms!
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@ schaefd2 He's in Powell. He's talked about that place but I haven't been there yet. Will check it out in February.
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@ schaefd2 He's in Powell. He's talked about that place but I haven't been there yet. Will check it out in February.
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Sweet! Dela’s only 10 miles north. Let me know. I don’t need much of a reason to go to Barleys and order a Thurman burger to eat. They regularly get FFF shipments too!
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@schaefd2 Have you been to Lizardville in Westerville?
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@schaefd2 Have you been to Lizardville in Westerville?
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Yup! For an early dinner with my Mom. Does that count? Haha
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That's the place that my bro says now has ZD 100% of the time.
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That's the place that my bro says now has ZD 100% of the time.
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100%??????? It normally sells out in 2 hrs around here. I don’t believe it.
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Oh if you like juice bombs, try a super tart Goo Goo Muck Tart from 7th son
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That's the place that my bro says now has ZD 100% of the time.
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100%??????? It normally sells out in 2 hrs around here. I don’t believe it.
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Just checked with my bro and got clarification. Every Thursday, they now get a large quantity ("boxes and boxes stacked on top of each other"). Said he's been there 6-7 times on Thursdays over the last 3-4 mos and it's been like that every single time. I'm sure they sell out before the next week and maybe even after a few days, but they get a lot and if you go on a Thursday, they'll have it.
Sorry... should have clarified that before my "100% of the time" post.
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That's the place that my bro says now has ZD 100% of the time.
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100%??????? It normally sells out in 2 hrs around here. I don’t believe it.
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Just checked with my bro and got clarification. Every Thursday, they now get a large quantity ("boxes and boxes stacked on top of each other"). Said he's been there 6-7 times on Thursdays over the last 3-4 mos and it's been like that every single time. I'm sure they sell out before the next week and maybe even after a few days, but they get a lot and if you go on a Thursday, they'll have it.
Sorry... should have clarified that before my "100% of the time" post.
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Wow that is still incredible! And that may as well be 100% of the time around here! I’ll be keeping that in mind! Thanks!!
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Northwest PA beers! Voodoo has the classic Winona's Big Brown Ale as well. There is a place in Venango (near Meadville) Called Sprague's Farm and Brewworks. Great beer, but as far as I know they don't bottle. There is also North Country Brewing in Slippery Rock. They do can, but it don't like it as much as the draft.
Thanks @Talus! I know all those places [emoji23] Voodoo is by far the best IMO. I’d love to go to Spragues someday. My bro-in-laws went and loved it. North County is OK but too far from Clarion or Erie. Big Secret Pizza Party from Voodoo is very VERY good. If you’re ever in Clarion, hit up Toby Hill Bar and Grill. It’s the greatest shitty bar I’ve been to out there. I’ll be there tomorrow night actually lol gotta escape the inlaws!
Our friend's daughter worked at Toby Hill for a couple of years, but I've never been there. We went to the Blue Canoe in Titusville last night. Their Pensyltucky IPA is pretty good.
If you ever want to go the the classic shitty bar near Clarion, try Cougar Bob's in Kelletville. Great "atmosphere!"
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Northwest PA beers! Voodoo has the classic Winona's Big Brown Ale as well. There is a place in Venango (near Meadville) Called Sprague's Farm and Brewworks. Great beer, but as far as I know they don't bottle. There is also North Country Brewing in Slippery Rock. They do can, but it don't like it as much as the draft.
Thanks @Talus! I know all those places [emoji23] Voodoo is by far the best IMO. I’d love to go to Spragues someday. My bro-in-laws went and loved it. North County is OK but too far from Clarion or Erie. Big Secret Pizza Party from Voodoo is very VERY good. If you’re ever in Clarion, hit up Toby Hill Bar and Grill. It’s the greatest shitty bar I’ve been to out there. I’ll be there tomorrow night actually lol gotta escape the inlaws!
Our friend's daughter worked at Toby Hill for a couple of years, but I've never been there. We went to the Blue Canoe in Titusville last night. Their Pensyltucky IPA is pretty good.
If you ever want to go the the classic shitty bar near Clarion, try Cougar Bob's in Kelletville. Great "atmosphere!"
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Cougar bobs is pretty far to drink then drive for me! Especially since I gotta drive on route 666!! I don’t need Satan following me home that night!
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This thread has been quiet too long. Focal banger. From alchemist in Vermont. One of the coolest cans evaaaaahhhhhh. Brewer also makes heady topper
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