Beer snob thread!

[kevinoc0]

Need some quick advice from anyone who has tried this:


Russian River-Consecration

American Wild Ale
Alcohol by Volume: 10.0%
Color: Reddish brown
Sourness: High


I've always wanted to get my hands on a Russian River brew (mostly either of the Plinys), but stumbled across this today. I was dead set on buying it until I saw he was charging $20/bottle. Just curious if it's anywhere near worth the price-I know I won't be in California any time soon so that's the reason I'm giving it a second thought.

Not a total loss, though. I was able to walk away with a few of these guys:

Firestone Walker- Double Jack

style
American Imperial IPA
abv
9.5%
ibu
100


Any thoughts would be appreciated.

 

[DCunleaded]

Fat Tire Ale was available for sale Monday; I promptly walked out of the Orlando Total Wine about 5mins after they opened Monday AM, with a 12pack of Fat Tire and two New Belgium Douche Goblets (beer chalices). My wife's new least favorite thing of mine is the storage of said douche goblets in the fridge.

 

[Frank Reynolds]

The Nitro stout is delicious, one of my favorites. Market Garden Brewery on W25th had something called the "Wallace Tavern" it was some form of Ale, it was among the cleanest finishing beers I have ever drunk.

Wallace Tavern
Nitro Stout

 

[BMAN]

I've been on a damn Great Lakes kick lately. And it's awesome.

 

[Jack Brickman]

Not sure how many people here live close to a World of Beer, but if you do and you love Stone Brewery (and of course you do), mark your calendars:

 

[FiveThous]

WoB is opening a new location 1/4 mi down the road from my office in Cary. Queue Bart Scott can't wait

 

[MJA1080]

If you guys like Summer Shandy then try this stuff. Much better than Summer Shandy and perfect for a summer beer.

 

[kevinoc0]

Trying to stock up on a few beers before I leave for vacation tomorrow. I decided to grab a handful that I've never tried before, so I'll be giving these a shot.

Lagunitas-Little Sumpin' Wild Ale
Sierra Nevada-Hoptimum
Three Floyd's-BlackHeart (I've had this before, but always have to buy FFF when its around)
The Brew Kettle-Oktoberfest
Uinta-Dubhe

Also, if anyone is ever looking for rare California or import beers, check out Chuck's Fine Wines in Chagrin Falls. They have a pretty good selection of imports displayed throughout the store, but the vault in the back has some great stuff. I picked up a Russian River Damnation last night. After talking with him a bit, you can even go in and trade beers with him too.

Anyways, does anyone know of any good Carolina breweries? I'll be in OBX next week so I'm sure stuff will be hard to find, but I'd certainly make a pit stop if need be. I've had Foothills Brewing Company-Jade IPA in D.C. one time and loved it.

The Nitro stout is delicious, one of my favorites. Market Garden Brewery on W25th had something called the "Wallace Tavern" it was some form of Ale, it was among the cleanest finishing beers I have ever drunk.

Nitro Milk Stout was one of the first ones that helped me get into stouts in general. Love the Founder's Breakfast Stout and Thirst Dog Siberian Night.

 

[Randolphkeys]

I see plenty of posters talking about Russian River products. I've had the Plinys, and they are very hoppy. You drink one tall liter and you are good to go for the night. I loved beers like that for a while, but there came a point where the hops became a little overpowering and I wanted some variety in what I'm drinking. But, if you like hops check out Ninkasi beers as well.

I just saw that Grapefruit Slam beer at my corner store for the first time last night in the seasonal section. I may pick it up today and give you guys a review.

 

[Chardon]

Has anyone tasted Great Lakes Oktoberfest yet?

 

[Ruken]

Any of you get a chance, go to beerfest in Columbus. Something like 300 breweries 35 bucks to get in all you can drink. (they have a ticket system that everyone ignores).

 

[kevinoc0]

I see plenty of posters talking about Russian River products. I've had the Plinys, and they are very hoppy. You drink one tall liter and you are good to go for the night. I loved beers like that for a while, but there came a point where the hops became a little overpowering and I wanted some variety in what I'm drinking. But, if you like hops check out Ninkasi beers as well.

I just saw that Grapefruit Slam beer at my corner store for the first time last night in the seasonal section. I may pick it up today and give you guys a review.

I've kind of hit a wall with IPAs to an extent too, although my list above certainly doesn't illustrate it. I just think it would seem a bit off drinking some heavy stouts sitting on the beach. Anyways, I only bring up Pliny because of the allure around it; everyone wants one and they're impossible to find on Ohio. I'd love some recommendations for different kinds of beer, preferably stouts and porters.

Help me redefine this timid palate into something audacious and sophisticated, Keys. :chuckles:

 

[Goldin Brown]

Mmmmm, tasty.

 

[TheLand1287]

Has anyone tasted Great Lakes Oktoberfest yet?

Yup.. great as it is every year. And at $15 for a 12pk... amazing value.

Oktoberfest and pumpkin beer season seems to be officially here. Saw a lot on the shelf today. Tried a Pumpkin Lambic style brewed by Timmerman's tonight which was just okay to me. I'm a fan of both pumpkin beers and lambics aka sours, but this one just didn't quite do it for me. Had a single of Goose Island Oktoberfest which was good, but not nearly as good as Great Lakes. Also, had a single of Weyerbacher Imperial Pumpkin Ale. It's like $12 for a 4pk, but pretty damn good. It will tide me over until Dogfish Head's Punkin Ale hits shelves which IMO is the best of all pumpkin beers.

 

[TheLand1287]

I've kind of hit a wall with IPAs to an extent too, although my list above certainly doesn't illustrate it. I just think it would seem a bit off drinking some heavy stouts sitting on the beach. Anyways, I only bring up Pliny because of the allure around it; everyone wants one and they're impossible to find on Ohio. I'd love some recommendations for different kinds of beer, preferably stouts and porters.

Help me redefine this timid palate into something audacious and sophisticated, Keys. :chuckles:

An amazing stout, although sadly only a seasonal, is Great Lakes Blackout Stout. Had an imperial milk stout by Southern Tier called Crème Bruele recently that tasted like liquid butterscotch.. if you're into that sort of thing. Pretty tasty and at 9.5% abv it does the job.