Beer-a Obscura - Page 113

mqtirishfan · 11-21-2012, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by njx9

that's just because i'm the only person on earth who doesn't like over-sweet beer.

That's for good reason.

JoeJoeBrown · 11-22-2012, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by njx9

that's just because i'm the only person on earth who doesn't like over-sweet beer.

Do you like sour beer or funky beer? I'm not a huge fan but went to this Funk n Sour tasting at a local brewery called Jester King.

Lots of weird tasting beers. Some very tangy. One tasted like Tang made with miller lite. But there were a whole lot of good to great beers, and this kind of stuff is not in my wheelhouse (I love hoppy beers).

Best beer of the day was a Danish beer, Mikkeller Funk E Star.

Now, that could have just been because my taste buds were all screwed up with sour. Dunno. Only good reviews on BA, not too many glowing ones. My crew really liked it though.

njx9 · 11-22-2012, 08:53 AM

i'd check it out... the only 'taste' i don't like in beer is sweet, but i don't really like sweet anything. tang + miller lite sounds horrific, though.

Brent · 11-22-2012, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by njx9

that's just because i'm the only person on earth who doesn't like over-sweet beer.

I don't think it's overly sweet, but I just love seasonal beers

njx9 · 11-22-2012, 08:59 AM

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I don't think it's overly sweet, but I just love seasonal beers

it was belgians. of course it was overly sweet.

Pit Bull #53 · 11-24-2012, 11:14 PM

Nothing new tonight, but can never go wrong with the DFH 90. <3<3<3 IPAs

hobbes2053 · 11-25-2012, 12:55 AM

Finally made my to Rogue this past week when my girlfriend came into town. And they do sell the Wet hop in store, although they were nearly out of their last shipment :( I'll be drinking it tomorrow, rest assured.

Brent · 11-25-2012, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by hobbes2053

Finally made my to Rogue this past week when my girlfriend came into town. And they do sell the Wet hop in store, although they were nearly out of their last shipment :( I'll be drinking it tomorrow, rest assured.

You're going to be happy you made the trip.

Brent · 11-30-2012, 06:43 PM

I picked up a sixer of this (2012 edition). 11% ABV and incredibly hoppy.

Also, I grabbed a sixer of the SN Celebration Ale

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 10:30 PM

West coasters....I'm going to be in San Fran next week. What beers (that are rare on the East Coast) or breweries should I try and check out?

Giantsfan1080 · 11-30-2012, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob S

West coasters....I'm going to be in San Fran next week. What beers (that are rare on the East Coast) or breweries should I try and check out?

Hey have you ever been to rattle n hum near Gingerman? If so any good?

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 10:37 PM

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Hey have you ever been to rattle n hum near Gingerman? If so any good?

I have. Pretty solid beer selection....a lot in bottles as opposed to tap though. Not bad at all, I prefer Ginger Man though.

Giantsfan1080 · 11-30-2012, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob S

I have. Pretty solid beer selection....a lot in bottles as opposed to tap though. Not bad at all, I prefer Ginger Man though.

Ok I've been to ginger a few times but my bday is coming up so I think I'll do both this time. Probably hit up Brooklyn brew as well plus a few other places. Any suggestions?

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 10:52 PM

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Ok I've been to ginger a few times but my bday is coming up so I think I'll do both this time. Probably hit up Brooklyn brew as well plus a few other places. Any suggestions?

There are really so many options. It depends what you looking for. Age group? Big group or small? GF or single? Music/Dancing or quiet bar that focuses on the beer? Cover or no cover?

Giantsfan1080 · 11-30-2012, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob S

There are really so many options. It depends what you looking for. Age group? Big group or small? GF or single? Music/Dancing or quiet bar that focuses on the beer? Cover or no cover?

It'll be afternoon so most people won't meet us until later. We want a good beer bar.

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 11:18 PM

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It'll be afternoon so most people won't meet us until later. We want a good beer bar.

Gotcha. Ginger Man is probably my favorite and it's nice and low key in the afternoon so you will be able to get a table for all your friends.....only one TV though and it's tiny.

Blind Tiger Ale House and Burp Castle are downtown and will probably be more active, but overall a good time and excellent selections (Blind Tiger better than Burp Castle imo). Blind Tiger can get really crowded though, but the selection is excellent.

D.B.A is also good and there are 2 locations (1 in BK and 1 in Manhattan).

If you want to stick in BK after the brewery Lucky Dog (do not go if allergic to dogs haha) and The Diamond are good.

Giantsfan1080 · 11-30-2012, 11:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob S

Gotcha. Ginger Man is probably my favorite and it's nice and low key in the afternoon so you will be able to get a table for all your friends.....only one TV though and it's tiny.

Blind Tiger Ale House and Burp Castle are downtown and will probably be more active, but overall a good time and excellent selections (Blind Tiger better than Burp Castle imo). Blind Tiger can get really crowded though, but the selection is excellent.

D.B.A is also good and there are 2 locations (1 in BK and 1 in Manhattan).

If you want to stick in BK after the brewery Lucky Dog (do not go if allergic to dogs haha) and The Diamond are good.

Awesome thanks. I've been to most of these places except for Burp and D.B.A. You're welcome to join us!

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 11:22 PM

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Awesome thanks. I've been to most of these places except for Burp and D.B.A. You're welcome to join us!

When is this?

Giantsfan1080 · 11-30-2012, 11:30 PM

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When is this?

December 8. You should make it to one of these bars that day.

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Giantsfan1080

December 8. You should make it to one of these bars that day.

I'll be in San Fran. Damn.

Giantsfan1080 · 11-30-2012, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Rob S

I'll be in San Fran. Damn.

It will happen haha. Thanks for the tips.

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 11:47 PM

No problem. I'll hopefully find some Titan IPAs out there and drink one in your honor.

Giantsfan1080 · 11-30-2012, 11:49 PM

One of my good friends lives in SF. He's a guido. Kill him please.

Rob S · 11-30-2012, 11:58 PM

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One of my good friends lives in SF. He's a guido. Kill him please.

There are guidos in SF? He must be from NJ originally.

pierce2walker · 12-01-2012, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Rob S

West coasters....I'm going to be in San Fran next week. What beers (that are rare on the East Coast) or breweries should I try and check out?

Not sure what they will have up in SF (and what you don't get in NYC), but I'd recommend AleSmith and Green Flash. Both San Diego breweries (I studied down there), but both put out some good stuff.

Also, stab some SF hipsters for me.