Beer thread

[randyho]

Newcastle is now brewed by Heineken at a different brewery than it used to be. Seems like so many of the old traditional favorites have been scooped up by a handful of giant conglomerates. That's primarily why I stick to independents more these days.

I'm curious if the resell, at a big loss, of Ballast Point will start to turn that around.

[blues]

I'm curious if the resell, at a big loss, of Ballast Point will start to turn that around.

I don't know but it would be welcome, imho. I can't relate to the zillion and one offerings from InBev, MillerCoors, Heineken et al. I like to drink and support the beers from the independent companies. Granted, some like Sierra Nevada are not small operations, but the quality of their offerings speaks for itself, imho.

Anyway, enjoy those beers and ales safely over the holidays, my friends!

[Kyle Reese]

Grabbed a six pack of Starr Hill Brewery Mariah passion fruit gose at Wegmans this morning. ABV 4.7 % I’ll have one later tonight and report back.


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[EricP]

Newcastle is now brewed by Heineken at a different brewery than it used to be. Seems like so many of the old traditional favorites have been scooped up by a handful of giant conglomerates. That's primarily why I stick to independents more these days.

I used to love Bass Ale. Inbev ruined it. One of England's arguably most famous beers is now brewed 10 minutes from my house at Budweiser.

[Joe45]

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It appears that Joe passed out. Must've been more than he could bear.

[Joe45]

It appears that Joe passed out. Must've been more than he could bear.

Tapatalk always posts them sideways now. I'm not passed out yet!

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Tapatalk always posts them sideways now. I'm not passed out yet!

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That's the spirit!

[Coyotesfan97]

Had one last night with some chili the wife had made. It's pretty intense and flavor forward. Strong at just over 10%.

It's in that range like "Narwhal" from Sierra Nevada which is another one I recently commented on.

I like stouts and porters but I'm not a big fan of overly intense, "in your face" flavor. This is almost a bit too much to share with a meal imho as it is complex and demanding.

I've had strong ales over 10% I really have liked, and some that just don't wow me. This is one I'd probably not rush out to buy. It does get a "97" rating on BeerAdvocate though, so your mileage may vary greatly.

How’s it compare with Old Rasputin? I’m getting the RIS urge again.

[Coyotesfan97]

My drinking choice for tomorrow.


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