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Title: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: giaka on November 16, 2013, 08:25:22 PM: I dug this up....

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Post by: fourstring on November 16, 2013, 08:27:01 PM: Excellent stuff:

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Post by: CLAY on November 16, 2013, 08:30:36 PM: I'm not a big brown ale guy. :shrug: Different strokes! :bigok: Of course they are about 20 minutes from me. I love their IPA and Ichabod. :thumbsup:

Wedding reception tonight. At Waldorff Brewing Co. IPA's. Love 'em, feeling it now. :thumbsup:
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Post by: wibornz on November 17, 2013, 07:34:51 AM: Jack Daniels apple cider whiskey last night. Wife was in bed by 8:30. Haha

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Post by: CLAY on November 17, 2013, 03:15:22 PM: Big storms coming through this afternoon- plus it's up to 62F right now. So, I am spending this afternoon putzing around in the barn, watching the storm, doing a bit of seasonal maintenance on my mower deck before I put it away.

Enjoying an Arturo Fuente and a small glass of my own whisky:
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Post by: giaka on November 17, 2013, 03:31:02 PM: Quote from: CLAY on November 17, 2013, 03:15:22 PM
Big storms coming through this afternoon- plus it's up to 62F right now. So, I am spending this afternoon putzing around in the barn, watching the storm, doing a bit of seasonal maintenance on my mower deck before I put it away.

Enjoying an Arturo Fuente and a small glass of my own whisky:

All man stuff!! 8)
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Post by: kneescrubber on November 17, 2013, 03:34:31 PM: Quote from: wibornz on November 17, 2013, 07:34:51 AM
Jack Daniels apple cider whiskey last night. Wife was in bed by 8:30. Haha

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I'm gonna have to give that a try. :thumbsup:
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 17, 2013, 03:35:38 PM: Quote from: CLAY on November 17, 2013, 03:15:22 PM
Big storms coming through this afternoon- plus it's up to 62F right now. So, I am spending this afternoon putzing around in the barn, watching the storm, doing a bit of seasonal maintenance on my mower deck before I put it away.

Pffff :rolleyes:

I was out riding in it.

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Post by: xsrider on November 17, 2013, 08:18:58 PM: One of my other hobbies is brewing beer. So for me, every night I have some home brew. :bigok:
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Post by: ZED on November 18, 2013, 12:15:16 AM: Tonight, some well aged home made port.
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A sour made with my own (very strong) whiskey. This batch is AWESOME in a sour. :bigok:
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 27, 2013, 08:13:11 PM: Quote from: CLAY on November 27, 2013, 07:33:35 PM
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A sour made with my own (very strong) whiskey. This batch is AWESOME in a sour. :bigok:
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Does the TSA know you have that knife.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on November 27, 2013, 09:09:17 PM: I have balls for the TSA (however not to come in contact with any knife :eek:). :bigok:
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Post by: CLAY on November 27, 2013, 09:39:18 PM: Switched to this:
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http://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/centennial-ipa/ (http://foundersbrewing.com/our-beer/centennial-ipa/)
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Post by: BMW-K on November 27, 2013, 10:13:13 PM: Dogfishhead 90 minute IPA.
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Post by: cultureslayer on November 28, 2013, 09:01:38 AM: Lately it's been mostly Espolon tequila mixed with some sort of fruity soda (Sprite or black cherry zevia mostly) with frozen fruit instead of ice. Yes I am female and yes it is delicious so :twofinger:
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Post by: spinalator on November 28, 2013, 06:33:56 PM: Wheat Beer tonight :beerchug:
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Post by: doc4216 on November 28, 2013, 08:03:35 PM: Dirty martinis lately
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Post by: giaka on December 11, 2013, 01:32:50 PM: Wife loves this stuff.

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Post by: giaka on December 11, 2013, 01:35:50 PM: Quote from: CLAY on November 17, 2013, 03:15:22 PM

Enjoying an Arturo Fuente and a small glass of my own whisky:

We need to chat.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: BuckeyeRider on December 11, 2013, 05:38:41 PM: Quote from: giaka on December 11, 2013, 01:35:50 PM
Quote from: CLAY on November 17, 2013, 03:15:22 PM

Enjoying an Arturo Fuente and a small glass of my own whisky:

We need to chat.

If his own whiskey is anything like his own moonshine, then you definitely should chat 8)
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Post by: CLAY on December 13, 2013, 10:00:50 PM: :bigok: I like my stuff.

Tonight:
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Bailey's cheaper sister.
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Post by: misanthropist on December 13, 2013, 10:08:09 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

Cazadores Blanco.

Apparently this is what the kids are talking about: I seem to be getting sideways.
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Post by: bluepoof on December 16, 2013, 06:44:13 PM: This thread is depressing me. :lol: Only a couple weeks to go until....

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Post by: falconati on December 16, 2013, 06:52:46 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 10, 2013, 07:56:49 PM
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Soooooo good, though I prefer the Raspberry Tart and Serendipity a little more.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 16, 2013, 07:39:52 PM: Gotta figure out something nice to open tonight.

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An '08.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 16, 2013, 08:10:51 PM: Quote from: falconati on December 16, 2013, 06:52:46 PM
Soooooo good, though I prefer the Raspberry Tart and Serendipity a little more.

I like the cherry. Yum!
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on December 16, 2013, 10:19:15 PM: Quote from: falconati on December 16, 2013, 06:52:46 PM
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Soooooo good, though I prefer the Raspberry Tart and Serendipity a little more.

I like the Raspberry Tart to but Mars was out and this was all they had.
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Post by: falconati on December 17, 2013, 12:27:15 AM: Yep, there are only a few places in town that have Raspberry Tart in stock. They stopped production for awhile because they ran out of raspberries :P Word is that they should start up in a month or two, but I have a personal stock and a store I know that bought a 3 month stock as soon as they heard production was stopping ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 17, 2013, 10:01:46 AM: Quote from: falconati on December 17, 2013, 12:27:15 AM
Yep, there are only a few places in town that have Raspberry Tart in stock. They stopped production for awhile because they ran out of raspberries :P Word is that they should start up in a month or two, but I have a personal stock and a store I know that bought a 3 month stock as soon as they heard production was stopping ;D ;D ;D

I figured some clown from Madison must of taken all of it. :twofinger:
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Post by: mr.awesome on December 21, 2013, 10:06:43 PM: With the ice storm comming in tonight, i lit a fire and settled in for tbe night. Started with a 3 year old bottle of trader joes (unibroue) vintage ale. Mmmmmmmmelloewed nicely. Followed by a sam adams winter lager, then atwater brewery grand circus ipa. Finished with a sam adams october fest (not pictured). All in all, a very good night! :beerchug:
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Post by: I'm NOT Carl on December 23, 2013, 09:21:52 AM: Not a drinker (just to get that out of the way up front). I have been taste-testing various beers over the past couple of years. As in 1 or 2 such tests per year :) Anyway, because we got our ticket queue down to 0 tickets, the boss decided to take the team out for dinner and drinks at the local Oskar Blues. I also decided to try something so in looking over the various beers, I went with the lighter Christmas 2013 Ale (listed as a more Malty beer). I limit myself to 6% or less just because more than that gets into the 'medicine? I'm not sick!' realm. I found the Christmas Ale was more palatable than many others I've had over the past couple of years. Generally I can only take a single drink. A second drink drops into a more bitter, medicine flavor and I'll leave more than half for someone else.

Amusingly I had it on a mostly empty stomach so it hit me pretty hard (I'm a lightweight :) ). I had to hang out for a bit before I thought I was okay enough to drive. Even so, I was a bit friendlier at the game store later in chatting up the guys :D

On the positive side, I may be getting closer to knowing what I can pick when out with the guys.

Carl
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Post by: chornbe on December 23, 2013, 09:24:10 AM: I'm finishing off (slowly) a case of Victory Headwaters Pale Ale. So damned good. Plus, Victory is only a 45 ride away from me. I like a home-town hero.

I'm also out of good bourbon... boooooooo.
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Post by: CLAY on December 23, 2013, 02:07:57 PM: See that broken limb above the bottle? That's one of the bastards I cut up. Straight back where the bottle neck starts you can see some of the remnants of the cut up limbs from the neighbor's yard. Done. Burning up some of this junk willow and enjoying a couple of these by the fire. I'm done for today.
:bigok:

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Post by: fourstring on December 23, 2013, 02:37:26 PM: Just got handed a bottle of Woodford Select. :thumbsup:

I had to promise not to drink it all on the train ride home.
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 23, 2013, 11:19:12 PM: Was at the fourstrings tonight. Nate and i has a few Spotted Cows. Maggie (jadziadax8) was drinking tea. Now i can't say if there was something else in that tea.
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Post by: JonS on December 24, 2013, 07:20:41 AM: For Christmas eve, I'm returning to an old favoite. Recently, I've found my usual IPAs a little too much.

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 24, 2013, 05:13:06 PM: Quote from: falconati on December 17, 2013, 12:27:15 AM
Yep, there are only a few places in town that have Raspberry Tart in stock. They stopped production for awhile because they ran out of raspberries :P Word is that they should start up in a month or two, but I have a personal stock and a store I know that bought a 3 month stock as soon as they heard production was stopping ;D ;D ;D

WOO HOO Look what i found.

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Post by: Cablebandit on December 24, 2013, 06:24:58 PM: Some kind of local spiced red wine is in the crock pot.
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Post by: giaka on December 24, 2013, 07:54:26 PM: My elf got this for me for Christmas. I'm wait for her to pour me another glass in her "elf" costume. >:D

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Post by: fourstring on December 25, 2013, 10:27:22 AM: Mixing this with coffee this morning while we wait for my brother to get done with church. Merry Christmas!

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Post by: Flyer on December 25, 2013, 10:33:18 AM: Quote from: giaka on December 24, 2013, 07:54:26 PM
My elf got this for me for Christmas. I'm wait for her to pour me another glass in her "elf" costume. >:D

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Erin go Brah!
:beerchug:
Stuck fast in the Highlands today.
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Post by: CLAY on January 02, 2014, 03:52:42 PM: 10 degrees outside on a gorgeous sunny day, nice and warm in the barn. This calls for:
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Post by: Black Hills on January 02, 2014, 04:14:54 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 24, 2013, 05:13:06 PM

WOO HOO Look what i found.

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I must admit I do miss the spotted cow. I will have to return to Madison one of these days.
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Post by: stromgal on January 04, 2014, 09:59:50 PM: Quote from: fourstring on December 23, 2013, 02:37:26 PM
Just got handed a bottle of Woodford Select

Review?
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Post by: fourstring on January 05, 2014, 12:34:37 PM: Quote from: stromgal on January 04, 2014, 09:59:50 PM
Quote from: fourstring on December 23, 2013, 02:37:26 PM
Just got handed a bottle of Woodford Select

Review?

Not as smooth as I usually go for, but not as crazy complex as a scotch either. I dunno if it's worth the price but I won't be dumping down the sink.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 05, 2014, 02:46:17 PM: Now that's what I call an ice cold beer.

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Post by: giaka on January 07, 2014, 11:27:01 AM: Wife had 1.5 110 proof appletinis last night. :bigsmile: :bigok:

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Post by: fourstring on January 19, 2014, 01:39:32 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

Holy shit, as advertised. Do not experiment with a 'what the hell, a Pilsner couldn't be that strong' at 12:30 in the afternoon.

$2 well (?) spent.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 19, 2014, 01:41:12 PM: That's crazy! How was the taste?
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Post by: fourstring on January 19, 2014, 01:42:36 PM: 2 dollars cash American. 15% ABCV.

Chimay, it's not. My son suddenly thinks I'm hilarious.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on January 19, 2014, 01:49:22 PM: I guess it's a good thing I'm on my way home.

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 19, 2014, 01:50:15 PM: Quote from: fourstring on January 19, 2014, 01:42:36 PM
2 dollars cash American. 15% ABCV.

Chimay, it's not. My son suddenly thinks I'm hilarious.

We definitely need a drunk while posting thread.
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Post by: fourstring on January 19, 2014, 01:55:02 PM: Don't worry, full-contact pillow fights are an excellent way to assuage a toddler.
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Post by: Papa Lazarou on January 19, 2014, 02:13:59 PM: Liquid tripe.
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Post by: bluepoof on January 19, 2014, 03:14:38 PM: Still a few hours away from dinnertime, but here's what's on my menu. :inlove:

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Post by: fourstring on January 21, 2014, 07:59:40 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

Another day at the office. Happy Tuesday!
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Post by: cultureslayer on January 22, 2014, 12:05:52 AM: Bought some Los Trejos silver when we were in Hawaii. It was good, but I personally prefer Espolon and as a bonus it's cheaper (couldn't find any in Waikiki).
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Post by: R Doug on January 23, 2014, 06:35:24 PM: I picked up two items I've been eyeing for a while.

Decisions, decisions.

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Post by: mxvet57 on January 23, 2014, 08:20:27 PM: Your all alcoholics. Now where did i put my shot glass.
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Post by: falconati on January 23, 2014, 08:57:02 PM: Unlimited bourbon up on this plane.
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Post by: fourstring on January 24, 2014, 07:06:45 AM: Quote from: falconati on January 23, 2014, 08:57:02 PM
Unlimited bourbon up on this plane.

Challenge accepted. I've been too drunk to sit before.
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Post by: R Doug on January 24, 2014, 07:36:14 AM: Quote from: falconati on January 23, 2014, 08:57:02 PM
Unlimited bourbon up on this plane.

What airline?

(must know for next flight)
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Post by: R Doug on January 24, 2014, 09:23:54 AM: Several of my co-workers are fans of whiskey and we all have different types at home in our cabinets. So, we’ve decided to get together at my house and do a tasting night.

I’m offering up hors d'oeuvres along with the following:

Bourbon: Willett Pot Still Reserve, Makers 46, and Four Roses Single Barrel

Scotch: Glenlivet 12 and Laphroaig 10 (single malts) along with Johnnie Walker Black (blend)

Irish: Redbreast 12

Canadian: Crown Royal

Our request is that they bring your favorite whiskies to share.

This should be a good night. :banana:
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 24, 2014, 10:55:30 AM: At least you have the weekend to recover.
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Post by: Cablebandit on January 24, 2014, 11:26:19 AM: Can you sign them up here so they can drunk post too?
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Post by: giaka on January 24, 2014, 11:40:50 AM: Any moonshine fans out there? Its starting to grow on me, whats the cure? :bigsmile:
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Post by: R Doug on January 24, 2014, 12:30:58 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 24, 2014, 10:55:30 AM
At least you have the weekend to recover.

We looked at our calendars and set the date for Feb. 15. Wanna join us?

Quote from: Cablebandit on January 24, 2014, 11:26:19 AM
Can you sign them up here so they can drunk post too?

:snork:

I'm going to put some sort of lock on my computers that evening. Plus, we're only going to be sampling, not drinking.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 24, 2014, 12:37:18 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 24, 2014, 12:30:58 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on January 24, 2014, 10:55:30 AM
At least you have the weekend to recover.

We looked at our calendars and set the date for Feb. 15. Wanna join us?

Quote from: Cablebandit on January 24, 2014, 11:26:19 AM
Can you sign them up here so they can drunk post too?

:snork:

I'm going to put some sort of lock on my computers that evening. Plus, we're only going to be sampling, not drinking.

8 samples just in your offering. That's drinking in my book. :beerchug:
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Post by: falconati on January 24, 2014, 01:49:18 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 24, 2014, 07:36:14 AM
Quote from: falconati on January 23, 2014, 08:57:02 PM
Unlimited bourbon up on this plane.

What airline?

(must know for next flight)

I fly Delta multiple times each week, so they almost-always bump me up to first class. They have Woodford Reserve, which is plenty fine for in the air. Here's how stupid my life is - I flew back from NYC last night and I'm flying back today.

PS Four Roses Single Barrel is the only bourbon I drink in my home right now. So worth the money.
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Post by: CLAY on January 24, 2014, 11:19:21 PM: Quote from: giaka on January 24, 2014, 11:40:50 AM
Any moonshine fans out there? Its starting to grow on me, whats the cure? :bigsmile:

My meetings today got done early due to weather. I started around 2:30 with moonshine/homemade whiskey/blackbeerry love till the nbeer. It's ben ber since aorund 6. Buddies came by aroumd 9:30 to chat about snowmobiling next wekend. More beer. I', done and time for bed.
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Post by: coho on January 25, 2014, 01:13:37 AM: Quote from: CLAY on January 24, 2014, 11:19:21 PM

My meetings today got done early due to weather. I started around 2:30 with moonshine/homemade whiskey/blackbeerry love till the nbeer. It's ben ber since aorund 6. Buddies came by aroumd 9:30 to chat about snowmobiling next wekend. More beer. I', done and time for bed.

:lol: teechurz hammard :snork:
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Post by: Stripes on January 25, 2014, 08:04:48 AM: Yaaaaaay booze!!!
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Post by: viffergyrl on January 25, 2014, 11:38:17 AM: Quote from: CLAY on January 24, 2014, 11:19:21 PM
Quote from: giaka on January 24, 2014, 11:40:50 AM
Any moonshine fans out there? Its starting to grow on me, whats the cure? :bigsmile:

My meetings today got done early due to weather. I started around 2:30 with moonshine/homemade whiskey/blackbeerry love till the nbeer. It's ben ber since aorund 6. Buddies came by aroumd 9:30 to chat about snowmobiling next wekend. More beer. I', done and time for bed.

Moto4Life (GTS-Rider) to the white courtesy phone please. :wave:
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Post by: coucours grad on January 25, 2014, 05:44:59 PM: Quote from: giaka on January 24, 2014, 11:40:50 AM
Any moonshine fans out there? Its starting to grow on me, whats the cure? :bigsmile:

A good bottle of aged whiskey will be the cure if its like most of the moonshine I've had.....

Eventually the hangovers will cure you though.
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Post by: CLAY on January 26, 2014, 08:31:09 PM: I think it depends what you do with it, but yeah, straight could be painful. :lol:
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Booze Map of the World Crushes Our Spirits

America! We have some work to do.

Not only are we not trumping the world’s other superpowers in the caffeine department, we are also drinking inferior booze.

We are, apparently, one vodka-drinking nation.

News site Quartz has assembled data from Euromonitor, a market research company, to create this map showing which country prefers which spirit (when given the choice among gin, vodka, rum, whiskey, tequila, and brandy). Although more than half the world prefers whiskey to any other spirit, most Americans belly up to the bar and pick vodka.

It’s possible that vodka drinkers are smarter than our bourbon-loving staffers. Even the worst vodka apparently causes you less horrible hangovers than expensive bourbon.

Click on over for the engrossing data; apparently the Dutch are gin-drinking fiends, and Italians go for rum. If nothing else, it’ll get you in the mindset for happy hour.

http://www.yahoo.com/food/booze-map-of-the-world-crushes-our-spirits-74417073147.html (http://www.yahoo.com/food/booze-map-of-the-world-crushes-our-spirits-74417073147.html)
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Post by: fourstring on January 29, 2014, 06:33:55 PM: Hey, had one of those last night! Wonder where I got it...

Got this bottle in my backpack for the train ride home tonight.

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Post by: capirex on January 30, 2014, 09:39:30 AM: Quote from: fourstring on January 29, 2014, 06:33:55 PM

Got this bottle in my backpack for the train ride home tonight.

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One of the few benefits of winter. I need to go look for a 12 pack - they wont be around much longer i dont think.
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Post by: giaka on January 30, 2014, 09:52:03 PM: Two weeks in toasted hickory and oak then a week with a cinnamon stick. Cut to 100 proof with distilled water. Yeah its got a good flavor, its more scotch like than anything else. I WILL duplicated this recipe. 8)
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Post by: fourstring on January 31, 2014, 12:26:41 PM: Playing a sports bar in Joliet tonight. I'm sure they'll have both kinds on beer- regular and lite.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 31, 2014, 02:46:25 PM: Quote from: fourstring on January 31, 2014, 12:26:41 PM
Playing a sports bar in Joliet tonight. I'm sure they'll have both kinds on beer- regular and lite.

Bud, Miller, and PBR
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Post by: Black Hills on January 31, 2014, 03:03:05 PM: Depends on whether or not the spousal unit wants to stop for a beer when I get off work or not. If she does a micro brew from the independent ale house ( http://www.independentalehouse.com/ (http://www.independentalehouse.com/) ) if not a PBR at the local biker bar.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on January 31, 2014, 06:03:29 PM: Made some cocoa and hanging with The Sprout. Maybe some Bailey's for mommy's cocoa later.

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Post by: R Doug on January 31, 2014, 06:16:42 PM: So far, two fingers of Four Roses Single Barrel followed by two fingers of Willett Family Reserve.
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Post by: mr.awesome on January 31, 2014, 09:53:26 PM: Frankenmuth Imperial Stout :drool:

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Post by: mr.awesome on February 01, 2014, 06:02:08 PM: Yeah baby!!! Hop slam has been released for this year!! :beerchug:
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Post by: satxbonneville on February 01, 2014, 06:03:51 PM: Session Lager. It goes to 11. For the brother-in-law and I. The wife is having Bloody Mary's.
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Post by: viffergyrl on February 01, 2014, 06:16:14 PM: This is really quite tasty.... a very good use of Brettanomyces
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Post by: giaka on February 01, 2014, 06:23:46 PM: Apple Pie Shine tonight.
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2010 Greenlane Cabernet.
Local and luscious.
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Post by: coho on February 01, 2014, 09:04:51 PM: 21st Amendment Bitter American

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How can you go wrong with a monkey in a spacesuit? :snork:
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Post by: kneescrubber on February 01, 2014, 09:35:30 PM: Quote from: coho on February 01, 2014, 09:04:51 PM
21st Amendment Bitter American

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How can you go wrong with a monkey in a spacesuit? :snork:

I hope it's not Iranian beer.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: coho on February 01, 2014, 09:40:35 PM: San Francisco.
I don't think the Iranistanis do beer.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: Flyer on February 02, 2014, 06:25:13 AM: Quote from: coho on February 01, 2014, 09:40:35 PM
I don't think the Iranistanis do beer.
I bet when they do, it's hilarious.
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Post by: Jim on February 03, 2014, 11:06:43 PM: ABC News - Jim Beam & Maker's Mark have been sold to a Japanese company.

"owned by Japan's biggest beverage company"

Hmmm
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Post by: R Doug on February 08, 2014, 04:40:23 PM: New North Carolina whisky. I like it.

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Post by: mr.awesome on February 08, 2014, 10:26:51 PM: Quote from: R Doug on February 08, 2014, 04:40:23 PM
whisky. I like it.

Of course you do! :beerchug:

Holy Crap Doug! Is that counter made of dilithium crystals?
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mr.awesome on February 08, 2014, 10:41:30 PM: A very good night. Started at 51 north brewing co. A pint of brown ale, and 3 pints of ipa. Then, back to the house for more from the beer fridge. Arcadia ales thunder trails, new holand, cabin fever. Unibroue, tres pistoles. Plus a few bottles of pinot by the ladies. Fun was had by all!!!!1
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Post by: Black Hills on February 08, 2014, 11:12:54 PM: Went to the rodeo, drank coors lite...... It tasted like water.
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Post by: mr.awesome on February 08, 2014, 11:37:29 PM: Quote from: Black Hills on February 08, 2014, 11:12:54 PM
Went to the rodeo, drank coors lite...... It tasted like water.

Ummm......It is water, isn't it?
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Post by: R Doug on February 09, 2014, 05:09:08 AM: Quote from: mr.awesome on February 08, 2014, 10:26:51 PM
Quote from: R Doug on February 08, 2014, 04:40:23 PM
whisky. I like it.

Of course you do! :beerchug:

Holy Crap Doug! Is that counter made of dilithium crystals?

I don't think so. But, if anyone has a warp core and would like to try it, I'm game.

Here's a piece on Defiant.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/22/defiant-whisky_n_4319566.html (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/22/defiant-whisky_n_4319566.html)
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Post by: SLK50 on February 09, 2014, 07:47:14 AM: Quote from: mr.awesome on February 08, 2014, 11:37:29 PM
Quote from: Black Hills on February 08, 2014, 11:12:54 PM
Went to the rodeo, drank coors lite...... It tasted like water.

Ummm......It is water, isn't it?

"Made from Rocky Mountain Beaver Piss"
Says so right on the label.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on February 09, 2014, 08:57:52 AM: Quote from: mr.awesome on February 08, 2014, 10:26:51 PM

Of course you do! :beerchug:

Holy Crap Doug! Is that counter made of dilithium crystals?

Dam you Gary. Now i can't get the voice of Scotty out of my mind.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mr.awesome on February 09, 2014, 09:06:37 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 09, 2014, 08:57:52 AM
Quote from: mr.awesome on February 08, 2014, 10:26:51 PM

Of course you do! :beerchug:

Holy Crap Doug! Is that counter made of dilithium crystals?

Dam you Gary. Now i can't get the voice of Scotty out of my mind.

Happy Birthday Ed!!! :bigok:
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 15, 2014, 09:35:42 PM: Hey Maggie (jadziadax8) look what i found in the back of the refrigerator.

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Sorry it's all gone.
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Post by: bluepoof on February 15, 2014, 10:19:51 PM: New Glarus! :inlove:
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Post by: R Doug on February 15, 2014, 10:43:47 PM: We had friends over for dinner and we shared our favorite whiskeys. Dinner was severed with a 2005 vintage of Paradigm cabernet sauvignon from Napa.

It was a good night.

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Post by: chornbe on February 16, 2014, 05:31:33 AM: I brought moonshine home from my brother's wedding.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on February 16, 2014, 08:44:05 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 15, 2014, 09:35:42 PM
Hey Maggie (jadziadax8) look what i found in the back of the refrigerator.

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Sorry it's all gone.

That's alright. I like the cherry better. :D

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 16, 2014, 03:28:19 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on February 16, 2014, 08:44:05 AM

Quote from: mxvet57 on February 15, 2014, 09:35:42 PM
Hey Maggie (jadziadax8) look what i found in the back of the refrigerator.

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Sorry it's all gone.

That's alright. I like the cherry better. :D

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.

I'll remember that next time so i can taunt you again.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on February 16, 2014, 03:41:07 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 16, 2014, 03:28:19 PM
I'll remember that next time so i can taunt you again.

http://youtu.be/A8yjNbcKkNY (http://youtu.be/A8yjNbcKkNY)
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Post by: Black Hills on February 16, 2014, 08:56:13 PM: Went for a ride and stopped here for a couple
http://www.minerbrewing.com (http://www.minerbrewing.com)

Pretty good stuff
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: stew71 on February 18, 2014, 10:40:43 PM: Thanks to the germ-ridden little rugrats over the weekend, this is all the bar is serving tonight....

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:bluduh:
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Post by: bluepoof on February 19, 2014, 12:44:47 AM: I had a good white IPA called Chainbreaker from the Deschutes Brewery in Bend, OR. It was the "guest beer" of the night on tap at the bar where my gaming group meets. :inlove:
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Post by: coho on February 19, 2014, 01:00:30 AM: Quote from: bluepoof on February 19, 2014, 12:44:47 AM
I had a good white IPA called Chainbreaker from the Deschutes Brewery in Bend, OR. It was the "guest beer" of the night on tap at the bar where my gaming group meets. :inlove:

That's dangerous beer, it's really tasty and doesn't pack a big kick so it's easy to drink way too many before you notice.
Moreso if you're outdoors and it's hot. DAMHIK :augie:
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Post by: bluepoof on February 19, 2014, 07:27:28 AM: I can absolutely see how that would happen. I had a second beer last night and I almost never do that.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 21, 2014, 09:48:00 PM: Had four of these.

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At this place.

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Post by: BMW-K on February 26, 2014, 11:36:44 PM: Lagavulin 16.

8)
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Post by: rgbeard on February 27, 2014, 11:29:47 PM: Lucienne 2011 Pinot Noir

Doctor's Vineyard, Hahn Winery

http://store.hahnwinery.com/Lucienne_Pinot_Noir_2011_Doctor%27s_Vineyard (http://store.hahnwinery.com/Lucienne_Pinot_Noir_2011_Doctor%27s_Vineyard)
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Post by: R Doug on February 28, 2014, 06:18:11 AM: Quote from: BMW-K on February 26, 2014, 11:36:44 PM
Lagavulin 16.

8)

Deep peat, thick smoke, iodine, brine, charcoal, and seaweed :inlove:

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Post by: Black Hills on February 28, 2014, 08:10:43 AM: happy hour tonight it will be whatever I find at the Minneapolis airport ;)
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Post by: CLAY on February 28, 2014, 04:44:36 PM: Whiskey sour. A big one. Strong. My own whiskey. Might have been too much. I need to slow down!
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Post by: kneescrubber on February 28, 2014, 05:51:21 PM: Quote from: CLAY on February 28, 2014, 04:44:36 PM
Whiskey sour. A big one. Strong. My own whiskey. Might have been too much. I need to slow down!

Exactly why when I'm drinking whiskey or bourbon, I drink it neat or on the rocks and drink something else (usually water or iced tea) as a chaser. :thumbsup:
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Post by: coucours grad on February 28, 2014, 07:12:32 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on February 28, 2014, 05:51:21 PM
Quote from: CLAY on February 28, 2014, 04:44:36 PM
Whiskey sour. A big one. Strong. My own whiskey. Might have been too much. I need to slow down!

Exactly why when I'm drinking whiskey or bourbon, I drink it neat or on the rocks and drink something else (usually water or iced tea) as a chaser. :thumbsup:

One ice cube for 1 finger height poured.....I concur in theory just a little different in practice.
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Post by: R Doug on March 01, 2014, 06:01:23 PM: I made an addition to inventory tonight. I'm enjoying my first glass now. Yum.

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Post by: mxvet57 on March 06, 2014, 11:07:19 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 16, 2014, 03:28:19 PM
Quote from: jadziadax8 on February 16, 2014, 08:44:05 AM

Quote from: mxvet57 on February 15, 2014, 09:35:42 PM
Hey Maggie (jadziadax8) look what i found in the back of the refrigerator.

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Sorry it's all gone.

That's alright. I like the cherry better. :D

I'll remember that next time so i can taunt you again.

Maggie I'm taunting you again.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 06, 2014, 12:46:52 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 06, 2014, 11:07:19 AM
Maggie I'm taunting you again.

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:twofinger:
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Post by: Flyer on March 06, 2014, 04:32:53 PM: Niagara College Teaching Brewery Russian Imperial Stout 10%.
Worth every sillabule.
:beerchug:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on March 06, 2014, 04:35:28 PM: Nothing tonight, but after this week, tomorrow night will be spectacular! :bigsmile:
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 06, 2014, 05:27:00 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 06, 2014, 04:35:28 PM
Nothing tonight, but after this week, tomorrow night will be spectacular! :bigsmile:

Are we talking a new low for Clay.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: R Doug on March 06, 2014, 07:22:56 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 06, 2014, 05:27:00 PM
Quote from: CLAY on March 06, 2014, 04:35:28 PM
Nothing tonight, but after this week, tomorrow night will be spectacular! :bigsmile:

Are we talking a new low for Clay.

:popcorn:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: R Doug on March 06, 2014, 07:26:47 PM: I have come to really enjoy Defiant Whisky (yes, spelled whisky in the same way as scotch whisky since if follows some of the characteristics on how scotch is made).

After tonight's pour, my bottle is 1/2 empty.

If anyone wants to stop by sometime, I'll save you a glass.

http://cocktailenthusiast.com/defiant-american-single-malt-whisky-review (http://cocktailenthusiast.com/defiant-american-single-malt-whisky-review)

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Post by: R Doug on March 07, 2014, 06:54:33 PM: Two fingers of Blantons followed by two fingers of Redbreast.

That'll warm me up.
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Post by: CLAY on March 08, 2014, 12:34:10 AM: Lopts. OToo muchh. Good night.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: Cookie on March 08, 2014, 03:39:46 AM: Quote from: CLAY on March 08, 2014, 12:34:10 AM
Lopts. OToo muchh. Good night.

Quoted for preservation of the moment.

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Post by: coho on March 08, 2014, 06:54:08 AM: I love lopts. :snork:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: Stripes on March 08, 2014, 08:38:34 AM: Quote from: CLAY on March 08, 2014, 12:34:10 AM
Lopts. OToo muchh. Good night.

Are you saying it was a good night or are you telling us goodnight?
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: R Doug on March 08, 2014, 05:53:09 PM: My favorite beer in the whole wide world. :drool:

(I poured it too fast :( )

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Post by: kneescrubber on March 08, 2014, 06:12:35 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 08, 2014, 05:53:09 PM
My favorite beer in the whole wide world. :drool:

(I poured it too fast :( )

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No shit.
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Post by: R Doug on March 08, 2014, 06:27:33 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on March 08, 2014, 06:12:35 PM

No shit.

I was a bit too excited to drink it. :nuts:

(and a little distracted)
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Post by: viffergyrl on March 08, 2014, 06:35:10 PM: Get a straw. :lol:

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Post by: Cookie on March 08, 2014, 06:45:46 PM: Clay must have a fooker of a hangover.

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Post by: st2sam on March 08, 2014, 07:03:23 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 08, 2014, 05:53:09 PM
My favorite beer in the whole wide world. :drool:

(I poured it too fast :( )

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Wait a minute, hold the damn phone!
Beer with a cork in it? :headscratch:
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 08, 2014, 07:33:05 PM: Quote from: st2sam on March 08, 2014, 07:03:23 PM
Quote from: R Doug on March 08, 2014, 05:53:09 PM
My favorite beer in the whole wide world. :drool:

(I poured it too fast :( )

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Wait a minute, hold the damn phone!
Beer with a cork in it? :headscratch:

Another pussafacation of America.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 08, 2014, 07:59:07 PM: Palm speciale belge ale.

And look no cork.

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Post by: CLAY on March 08, 2014, 08:21:04 PM: Quote from: Cookie on March 08, 2014, 06:45:46 PM
Clay must have a fooker of a hangover.

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It was a rough morning. We went to a new brewery (Osgood Brewing). Good brews. Too much. Now we're out with the fam at a hotel with a small waterpark. Good times. :bigok:
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Post by: fourstring on March 09, 2014, 10:10:52 AM: Went out with friends for the first time in a while to our favorite bar (Lunar, for those in the Chicago scene).

Bartender would give us as many free shots as we wanted, as long as we were drinking Malort. I stopped at one.
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Post by: st2sam on March 09, 2014, 11:24:12 AM: Quote from: fourstring on March 09, 2014, 10:10:52 AM
we were drinking Malort. I stopped at one.

Enlighten me, Malort is a ?
(never mind)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mal%C3%B6rt (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mal%C3%B6rt) Nasty stuff!
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on March 10, 2014, 05:50:51 PM: Quote from: st2sam on March 09, 2014, 11:24:12 AM
Quote from: fourstring on March 09, 2014, 10:10:52 AM
we were drinking Malort. I stopped at one.

Enlighten me, Malort is a ?
(never mind)

Here's the official company commercial:

http://youtu.be/tNMinoa9ILg (http://youtu.be/tNMinoa9ILg)
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: R Doug on March 10, 2014, 05:54:42 PM: Quote from: fourstring on March 10, 2014, 05:50:51 PM

Here's the official company commercial:

:lol:

Quote from: mxvet57 on March 08, 2014, 07:33:05 PM
Quote from: st2sam on March 08, 2014, 07:03:23 PM

Wait a minute, hold the damn phone!
Beer with a cork in it? :headscratch:

Another pussafacation of America.

You guys do realize that whisky bottles are corked, right? :twofinger:

Don't ask to try any of the bourbon I bring with me to the Spring Meet in May. You two are off the list. :P
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: R Doug on March 13, 2014, 05:18:21 PM: Wow, liquior is cheap in South Carolina. (Four Roses Small Batch)

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Post by: fourstring on March 14, 2014, 12:50:53 PM: Can't drink all weekend, and I'll be at the bar...
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Post by: CLAY on March 14, 2014, 05:27:14 PM: Busy-ass week, but a good day today. Now I'm fooling around with the Maxim, and I'm balls deep into my own whiskey. This batch should have aged longer, but it's what I have. :bigok:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: kneescrubber on March 14, 2014, 06:54:20 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 14, 2014, 05:27:14 PM
...and I'm balls deep into my own whiskey....

Okay, whisky is out this June. :hurl:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on March 14, 2014, 06:55:58 PM: Almost spit beer on my monitor... :rolf:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on March 14, 2014, 11:02:35 PM: Had some Blue Moon's with friends while watching the Black Hawks get there butts kicked. That was one poor game.
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Post by: mr.awesome on March 14, 2014, 11:25:04 PM: Friday night and all is good right? Came home from a nice dinner with the wife to find the basement drain is backing up with the sudden thaw we are having. After the clean up, a couple bell's smitten, a couple Frankenmuth batch 69 ipa and a sierra Nevada ruthless rye p.a. All is good in the world again. :beerchug:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 18, 2014, 07:10:44 PM: A G&T. It's been one of those days.

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Post by: CLAY on March 21, 2014, 05:46:46 PM: That feeling when a good, strong distilled spirit hits your mouth, and swallow and your whole mouth still tingles a little. :bigok:
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Post by: fourstring on March 21, 2014, 09:05:57 PM: I'm in Kentucky, so bourbon was on the menu. Picked up the dudes tab next to me just because.
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Post by: Black Hills on March 22, 2014, 08:03:23 PM: Meeting a friend for a few beers later, probably a Sam Adams rebel IPA or a mirror pond (or three) ;)
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Post by: R Doug on March 22, 2014, 08:53:20 PM: Willett Pot Still Reserve with one cube.

So smooth and it comes in the most beautiful decanter.

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It's designed after their actual pot still

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Post by: fourstring on March 26, 2014, 06:33:55 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 22, 2014, 08:53:20 PM
Willett Pot Still Reserve with one cube.

So smooth and it comes in the most beautiful decanter.

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It's designed after their actual pot still

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Willette is, hands down, my favorite bourbon of all time.
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Post by: R Doug on March 26, 2014, 06:45:58 PM: Quote from: fourstring on March 26, 2014, 06:33:55 PM

Willette is, hands down, my favorite bourbon of all time.

For the money, you can't beat it. Of everything in my cabinet now, Willette is is the only thing which I have a 1/2 gal size. ;)

Another bourbon which reminds me Willette is Four Roses Small Batch.

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Post by: fourstring on March 26, 2014, 07:08:42 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 26, 2014, 06:45:58 PM
Quote from: fourstring on March 26, 2014, 06:33:55 PM

Willette is, hands down, my favorite bourbon of all time.

For the money, you can't beat it. Of everything in my cabinet now, Willette is is the only thing which I have a 1/2 gal size. ;)

Another bourbon which reminds me Willette is Four Roses Small Batch.

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Dammit, just gave some of that away without tasting it. Guess it just means I need to visit them.
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Post by: mr.awesome on March 26, 2014, 07:16:13 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 26, 2014, 06:45:58 PM
Quote from: fourstring on March 26, 2014, 06:33:55 PM

Willette is, hands down, my favorite bourbon of all time.

For the money, you can't beat it. Of everything in my cabinet now, Willette is is the only thing which I have a 1/2 gal size. ;)

I don't believe you guy's. Doug, I think you will need to bring some in the hack to the nationals to prove this. :bigsmile:

For me tonight a couple MI local brews. Dragon Mead Final Absolution Belgium triple, Arcadia Ales Loch Down scotch ale. MMMMmmmm :drool:
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Post by: R Doug on March 26, 2014, 07:40:11 PM: Willette is hard to find for me. I pick it up in South Carolina when I travel to Atlanta for work. Plus, my current 1/2 gallon won't travel well. :D

I'll tell you what I will do. I'll try to bring two different whiskies with me. One of which will be Defiant (in the picture above). This is distilled in NC in the mountains near Maggey Valley. I find it to be quite tasty.

In exchange, I'll happily accept some samples of what you bring. :beerchug:
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Post by: CLAY on March 26, 2014, 08:04:38 PM: I will have to find this Willette.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 26, 2014, 09:37:28 PM: Here's one expensive bottle of Scotch.

http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Bowmore_White_160620.html (http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Bowmore_White_160620.html)

http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Ardbeg__Double_Barrel_2_Bottle_Gun_Case_160050.html?similar=160620 (http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Ardbeg__Double_Barrel_2_Bottle_Gun_Case_160050.html?similar=160620)
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Post by: fourstring on March 27, 2014, 09:47:12 PM: Just took our secondary guy out for a few rounds of old Rasputin.
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Post by: coho on March 28, 2014, 01:15:22 AM: Yakima Craft Brewing's Good Monkey belgian.
Mmm...monkeys.
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Post by: CLAY on March 28, 2014, 04:35:01 PM: PBR, then my own shine with cranberries, then Crown Royal whiskey, now my whiskey and Coke. No way I can kep this pace up. Tomorrow is Science Olympiad, so I need to be n my game.
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Post by: R Doug on March 28, 2014, 05:48:19 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 26, 2014, 09:37:28 PM
Here's one expensive bottle of Scotch.

[url]http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Bowmore_White_160620.html[/url] ([url]http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Bowmore_White_160620.html[/url])

[url]http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Ardbeg__Double_Barrel_2_Bottle_Gun_Case_160050.html?similar=160620[/url] ([url]http://www.binnys.com/spirits/Ardbeg__Double_Barrel_2_Bottle_Gun_Case_160050.html?similar=160620[/url])

Yikes! I can think of a lot of other items I'd rather have for the $$$

That said, my wife surprised the heck out of me on my Birthday today. This is what I opened.

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Post by: bluepoof on March 28, 2014, 09:11:55 PM: Chainbreaker white IPA after the kids go to bed. Only an hour to go! :D
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Post by: Stripes on March 28, 2014, 10:24:52 PM: Hot tub party!!! Inexpensive beer & cinnamon toast crunch shots(Rum Chata & Fireball)!!! Cheers

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Alberta Premium, straight. It ain't no sissy drink. If you're looking for a smooth whisky...go ask your boyfriend for one. This stuff is strong and a bit acidic and 100% rye grain.

Once we're out of winter, this is 95% of what I drink.

http://www.artofdrink.com/ingredients/spirits/whisky/canadian-whisky/alberta-premium-rye-whisky/ (http://www.artofdrink.com/ingredients/spirits/whisky/canadian-whisky/alberta-premium-rye-whisky/)

They keep saying it's smooth...I associate smoothness with a much softer mouthfeel than AP, which is strong and peppery and rich but a bit harsh. IMO it is the perfect whiskey.
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Post by: Cablebandit on March 29, 2014, 09:51:41 AM: Iced tea last night.

I might go crazy and have a birch beer tonight. :o
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Post by: R Doug on March 29, 2014, 05:56:15 PM: Sheri and I went out for dinner and ended up at a local Irish pub. They have an excellent whiskey menu and offer flights.

This is pages 1 and 2 of 4 of their whiskey menu.

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I went with the following three (left to right in the image below):

Midleton Very Rare Irish Whiskey - Wow! Due to the way the Irish triple distill, this was very smooth with a nice note of honey and nuts. This is a damn fine whiskey. But, at $200 a bottle, it won't make it to my cabinet anytime soon.

Balvenie Doublewood 12 Year Old Scotch - I may have found my favorite reasonably priced Scotch here. This has all the characteristics of my type of Scotch, which includes a bit of peat, a taste of Sherry, and a warm overall feeling going down. The follow isn't all that strong nor bitter.

Ardbeg 10 Scotch - This is distilled in the same region as Laphroaig and Lagavulin, the Islay region (EYE-le). For some reason, Scotches distilled in this region are commonly referred to as "Scotch drinker's Scotch." If you're into the earthiness of Scotch, this is your region. The peat from this area used to roast the grains is VERY earthy and that is passed off into the taste. Personally, it's too earthy for me. I don't mind earthy drinks. But, I prefer more of a woodsy, soil, leathery taste. These Scotches have a heavy grass smell and taste and come across as very medicinal to me.

I knew I needed to save the Islay region Scotch for last as the others I have had in the past have a very strong and long follow that's hard to shake and seem to dominate anything else you consume. After finishing this flight, I had a burger with a pint of Guinness.

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Post by: CLAY on March 29, 2014, 09:10:12 PM: I LOVE Ardbeg. :thumbsup:
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Post by: R Doug on March 29, 2014, 09:18:14 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 29, 2014, 09:10:12 PM
I LOVE Ardbeg. :thumbsup:

I'll save my bottle of Laphroaig for you when you're in the area.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on March 29, 2014, 11:29:25 PM: Patron XO Cafe Dark :inlove:
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Post by: CLAY on March 30, 2014, 01:33:25 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 29, 2014, 09:18:14 PM
Quote from: CLAY on March 29, 2014, 09:10:12 PM
I LOVE Ardbeg. :thumbsup:

I'll save my bottle of Laphroaig for you when you're in the area.

:bigok:
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Post by: CLAY on April 03, 2014, 04:15:46 PM: Tonight? Spring Break started a couple hours ago:
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Bell's Oberon. :bigok:
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Post by: giaka on April 03, 2014, 04:21:33 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 29, 2014, 09:10:12 PM
I LOVE Ardbeg. :thumbsup:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jura_distillery (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jura_distillery)
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Post by: kneescrubber on April 03, 2014, 06:37:04 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 03, 2014, 04:15:46 PM
Tonight? Spring Break started a couple hours ago:
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Bell's Oberon. :bigok:

So how did the hung over science teacher do at the science fair last week?
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Post by: cultureslayer on April 03, 2014, 06:42:23 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on April 03, 2014, 06:37:04 PM
So how did the hung over science teacher do at the science fair last week?
I will make sure all my students avoid things that make loud noises when designing science fair projects. ;D
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Post by: kneescrubber on April 03, 2014, 07:21:40 PM: Quote from: cultureslayer on April 03, 2014, 06:42:23 PM
Quote from: kneescrubber on April 03, 2014, 06:37:04 PM
So how did the hung over science teacher do at the science fair last week?
I will make sure all my students avoid things that make loud noises when designing science fair projects. ;D

No volcanos? Dang. :'(
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Post by: Stripes on April 03, 2014, 07:30:14 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 03, 2014, 04:15:46 PM
Bell's Oberon.

:hurl:

I used to like it... but as of late it's terrible. Maybe I had a skunky batch. I'm glad that you like it though! :thumbsup:
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Post by: CLAY on April 03, 2014, 07:50:20 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on April 03, 2014, 06:37:04 PM
So how did the hung over science teacher do at the science fair last week?

We did better than I thought. The interesting thing- about 1/3 of the schools have Science Olympiad class that starts when school does. About 1/3 starts meeting extra-curricularly in the fall. We start with a few dedicated kids in December, we have one trial run in February and the competition in March. Usually we place between 12-15, this year we were 19th out of 43. I'm good with that, as were my kids. Top 10 in a couple events. :thumbsup:

So, the hangover seemed to work! :lol:
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Tonight, a west coast brew from a new-to-me-brewer - Firestone Walker Brewing Company's Wookey Jack Black Rye IPA.
I've lately been enjoying rye-based brews, and this one is outstanding. Very smooth. :thumbsup:
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Post by: R Doug on April 05, 2014, 04:57:07 PM: Blanton's in one of my new Glencairn glasses.

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Post by: R Doug on April 12, 2014, 08:17:35 PM: It's been an entire week and nobody's bar has served up anything!?

For tonight, I'm going to flip a coin to chose between my newest acquisitions. Since I've never had pure agave tequila before, I believe I'll be trying the Paton.

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Post by: chornbe on April 12, 2014, 09:41:43 PM: I enjoyed sipping on some Grand Marnier this evening.
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Post by: coho on April 12, 2014, 11:09:05 PM: I am full to sloshing with Taos Ale House's Mosaic Lollypop Pale Ale.
It didn't taste anything like a lollypop.

Thank Jah for spellcheck. :snork:
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Post by: giaka on April 14, 2014, 07:08:39 PM: Last night was home made rum of about 140 proof. :o
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Post by: stew71 on April 14, 2014, 09:28:49 PM: Singha Thai lager. Makes sense since I'm having dinner at a Thai place.

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Post by: viffergyrl on April 14, 2014, 10:08:33 PM: Quote from: stew71 on April 14, 2014, 09:28:49 PM
Singha Thai lager. Makes sense since I'm having dinner at a Thai place.

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You can post the pictures of the food in that other thread... :-)

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Post by: coho on April 14, 2014, 11:31:28 PM: Mother Road Brewing's Lost Highway black IPA is the best beer I've had in a so-far seven state, thirteen brewery beer at night, travel in the day ride. I'm not done, but this stuff has roughly shouldered its way to the front of the line.

http://www.motherroadbeer.com/ (http://www.motherroadbeer.com/)
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Post by: stew71 on April 15, 2014, 03:14:41 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on April 14, 2014, 10:08:33 PM
Quote from: stew71 on April 14, 2014, 09:28:49 PM
Singha Thai lager. Makes sense since I'm having dinner at a Thai place.

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You can post the pictures of the food in that other thread... :-)

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I should have. The Panang duck curry was fantastic. It's a little place called Thai Chili Cuisine off El Camino Real in Santa Clara.
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Post by: CLAY on April 15, 2014, 10:12:02 PM: Buddy's 40th birthday. Wound up with Blue moon all night. Now I'm going to bed.
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Post by: R Doug on May 12, 2014, 06:00:50 PM: I did a small favor for a friend. It didn't warrant a gift, but I received one.

Why not, I'll try it.

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Post by: CLAY on May 17, 2014, 07:31:19 PM: How was it?

It's world whiskey day today. I just thought I'd pass it along. There's a sour next to the keyboard here.
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Post by: Flyer on May 17, 2014, 07:58:49 PM: One of my favourite local wineries has just been sold to Chinese interests. :baldy:
Desperate times, calling for desperate measures as they do, required I purchase a case today.
One down, eleven to go...
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 10, 2014, 08:43:20 PM: Was in New Glarus WI. Sunday and stopped at the brewery for some brew. I made my own 6 pack so i can have a different beer every night.

Tonight's selection.

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Post by: stew71 on June 11, 2014, 04:33:04 PM: Belgian IPA from Track 7.

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Post by: mxvet57 on June 11, 2014, 08:49:12 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on June 10, 2014, 08:43:20 PM
Was in New Glarus WI. Sunday and stopped at the brewery for some brew. I made my own 6 pack so i can have a different beer every night.

Tonight's selection.

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Post by: coho on June 12, 2014, 08:42:07 PM: Barley's Brewing Hop Envy IPA. Pretty good, not that resinous swill that passes for IPA so often these days.

The barman said tomorrow I should go to Seventh Son and Fourstring. Since the weather forecast for eastern PA tomorrow is lightning and giant hail I'm gonna stay an extra night in Columbus. Oh boy, Firkin Friday!

PS. Also, I saw six pirates* on the sidewalk for some reason. Why would there be pirates in Ohio?

* Eyepatch, not chaps.
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Post by: Hodge Podge on June 13, 2014, 06:45:17 PM: Oban Distiller's Edition (14 y/o single malt aged for an additional year in sherry cask) and a New Belgium Summer Helles. May go for a Brewer's Alley Kolsch with round 2 of the Oban.

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Post by: Hodge Podge on June 13, 2014, 06:48:33 PM: Quote from: coho on June 12, 2014, 08:42:07 PM

PS. Also, I saw six pirates* on the sidewalk for some reason. Why would there be pirates in Ohio?

* Eyepatch, not chaps.

Is Jimmy Buffet gigging nearby?

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Post by: giaka on June 13, 2014, 06:49:43 PM: Buffalo Trace perhaps. Its what I ordered for fathers day. 8)
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Post by: bluepoof on June 13, 2014, 11:38:52 PM: Chainbreaker white IPA here. My go-to these days. I have one Spotted Cow left in the fridge but can't bring myself to drink the last one. Luckily my brother is driving out here from Wisconsin in a couple of weeks and can replenish my supply.
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 14, 2014, 12:18:18 AM: Quote from: bluepoof on June 13, 2014, 11:38:52 PM
Chainbreaker white IPA here. My go-to these days. I have one Spotted Cow left in the fridge but can't bring myself to drink the last one. Luckily my brother is driving out here from Wisconsin in a couple of weeks and can replenish my supply.

I have the same dilemma. Which one should i drink next. :pokestick:

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Post by: mxvet57 on June 15, 2014, 10:18:55 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on June 11, 2014, 08:49:12 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on June 10, 2014, 08:43:20 PM
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Post by: giaka on June 18, 2014, 04:29:16 PM: BTW the request at fathers day was heard. 8)
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3 parts Prosecco
2 parts Aperol
1 part soda water
Repeat as sociability allows.
Very continental.
:smoking:
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Post by: kneescrubber on June 19, 2014, 07:12:21 PM: Rolled into Rolla a little while ago. Having a wheat now. Stout later. Public Brewing House.

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Post by: R Doug on June 19, 2014, 07:40:26 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on June 19, 2014, 07:12:21 PM
Rolled into Rolla a little while ago. Having a wheat now. Stout later. Public Brewing House.

It's appropriate you're showing us what the bar is serving given you are in the show me state. :smiley_thumb:
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Post by: coho on June 19, 2014, 08:21:58 PM: My very first Oberon. I can see why CLAY likes it so much. :beerchug:
I suspect that there'll be more of them.
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Post by: CLAY on June 20, 2014, 09:52:15 PM: Quote from: coho on June 19, 2014, 08:21:58 PM
My very first Oberon. I can see why CLAY likes it so much. :beerchug:
I suspect that there'll be more of them.

I suspect I might have a couple for you tomorrow night. :bigok:
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 20, 2014, 10:11:29 PM: Watching the grill.

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Post by: Andrew on June 20, 2014, 11:31:26 PM: Drinkin a friends shine.

Not too bad, added cherries so maybe a bit sweet

Does burn when put to a flame :firedevil:

Feelin mellow
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Post by: CLAY on June 24, 2014, 11:13:55 PM: Ball tonight. Oberon. Wings/pizza. Lots. Way lots. :bigok:
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Post by: R Doug on June 27, 2014, 09:15:43 PM: It's official, I like a rye based mash over a wheat based.

I enjoyed Basil Hayden and Bulleit tonight. Mmmmmmmmm.

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Post by: stromgal on June 28, 2014, 03:13:08 PM: Mmmmm.... BH.

After a lot of outside work, and a shower, my reward is a lovely Sazerac made with cognac and Jade Esprit Edouard absinthe. :-*
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Post by: CLAY on June 30, 2014, 09:28:38 AM: This, thanks to some friends! :bigok:
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Post by: R Doug on June 30, 2014, 09:51:32 AM: That is a very drinkable blend. :thumbsup: I have JW Black in my inventory and like it.
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Post by: Black Hills on June 30, 2014, 10:11:52 AM: Alaskan brewing Freeride APA...yummy
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 30, 2014, 10:26:33 AM: Quote from: CLAY on June 30, 2014, 09:28:38 AM
This, thanks to some friends! :bigok:
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For breakfast?
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Post by: Black Hills on June 30, 2014, 11:25:13 AM: can't drink all day if you don't start in the morning Ed...
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Post by: CLAY on June 30, 2014, 09:06:20 PM: OK, Local minor league ballgame today with the wifes fam celebrating my FIL's retirement afyer 48 years and 10 months at a local company. Awesome.

My BIL (BOOV from STN)showed me this:
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So I;m half in the bag from that. Now we have a MASSIVE stornm coning iun, and I'm sitting by the pool in my swimsuit with a Chromebook under the eaves enjoying this:
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reflecting how some of us can really love (at least enjoy) each other while disagreeing on certain political topics. I am lit and I can hardly see the keyboard. Time to enjoy the styorm.

Ohn and proof:
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Post by: viffergyrl on June 30, 2014, 09:29:12 PM: I love it when Clay drunk-posts.
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Post by: Max Wedge on June 30, 2014, 09:41:08 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on June 30, 2014, 09:29:12 PM
I love it when Clay drunk-posts.

We all do.
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Post by: coho on June 30, 2014, 09:55:07 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on June 30, 2014, 09:41:08 PM
Quote from: viffergyrl on June 30, 2014, 09:29:12 PM
I love it when Clay drunk-posts.

We all do.
:withstupid:
Also :snork:

Tonight is 10barrel Apocalypse IPA.
I don't have a pool (or a styorm or even a stornm, it's freakin' gorgeous today), but the sittin' on the patio with a statistically significant BAC is well underway. :beerchug:
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 30, 2014, 10:06:40 PM: Hey Clay, look at the radar (if you can still see clearly) and see what's coming your way. It's been coming down hard for the last 1/2 hour around here. Driving wasn't any fun ether.
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Post by: doc4216 on June 30, 2014, 10:40:50 PM: Just had this! It was delicious and reminded me of Alagash!
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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 01, 2014, 06:41:24 AM: No drinking last night (or for the next 6 months or so for me) but fourstring was brewing up a brown ale last night. The house still smells like boiled grains.
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Post by: coho on July 01, 2014, 08:08:37 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on July 01, 2014, 06:41:24 AM
No drinking last night (or for the next 6 months or so for me) but fourstring was brewing up a brown ale last night. The house still smells like boiled grains.
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Post by: CLAY on July 01, 2014, 10:48:04 AM: Quote from: coho on June 30, 2014, 09:55:07 PM
Quote from: Max Wedge on June 30, 2014, 09:41:08 PM
Quote from: viffergyrl on June 30, 2014, 09:29:12 PM
I love it when Clay drunk-posts.

We all do.
:withstupid:
Also :snork:

Tonight is 10barrel Apocalypse IPA.
I don't have a pool (or a styorm or even a stornm, it's freakin' gorgeous today), but the sittin' on the patio with a statistically significant BAC is well underway. :beerchug:

I'm here to please! :bigok:
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Post by: fourstring on July 01, 2014, 10:52:24 AM: Quote from: coho on July 01, 2014, 08:08:37 AM

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WTF is stickerfart.com? :snork:

Two more weeks for fermentation, then bottling. Gotta honey lemon blonde planned next...
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Post by: viffergyrl on July 01, 2014, 11:10:46 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on July 01, 2014, 06:41:24 AM
No drinking last night (or for the next 6 months or so for me) but fourstring was brewing up a brown ale last night. The house still smells like boiled grains.

Congratulations on Sprout 2! :bigok:
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Post by: coho on July 01, 2014, 01:05:47 PM: Quote from: fourstring on July 01, 2014, 10:52:24 AM

WTF is stickerfart.com? :snork:

I didn't even notice that until I saw the picture on my laptop. I :lol: -ed and then I looked at their site. That's a sticker advertising a site that sells stickers - very meta. :snork:

Quote
Two more weeks for fermentation, then bottling. Gotta honey lemon blonde planned next...
:drif:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 01, 2014, 01:20:36 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on July 01, 2014, 11:10:46 AM
Quote from: jadziadax8 on July 01, 2014, 06:41:24 AM
No drinking last night (or for the next 6 months or so for me) but fourstring was brewing up a brown ale last night. The house still smells like boiled grains.

Congratulations on Sprout 2! :bigok:

:beerchug: (or not!)
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Post by: R Doug on July 03, 2014, 09:34:13 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on July 01, 2014, 01:20:36 PM

:beerchug: (or not!)

"or not," in case it was a misfire? :lol:

A few of us left work and headed to Single Brother's Bar where I enjoyed a Bulleit Frontier Whiskey (10 year) followed by an Eagle Rare 10 year old. Both neat with a side of water. It never ceases to amaze me how more vanilla tasting the Eagle Rare becomes the more you let it open up. (so good).

We left and went across the street to Finnegans Wake for some food. There I had a Midleton Very Rare (neat) followed by a Founders Centennial IPA. I've never had this wonderful IPA before. I've been missing something good. :in love:
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Post by: CLAY on July 03, 2014, 10:34:37 PM: Quote from: R Doug on July 03, 2014, 09:34:13 PM
A few of us left work and headed to Single Brother's Bar where I enjoyed a Bulleit Frontier Whiskey (10 year) followed by an Eagle Rare 10 year old. Both neat with a side of water. It never ceases to amaze me how more vanilla tasting the Eagle Rare becomes the more you let it open up. (so good).

We left and went across the street to Finnegans Wake for some food. There I had a Midleton Very Rare (neat) followed by a Founders Centennial IPA. I've never had this wonderful IPA before. I've missing missing something good. :in love:

My local brewery. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: R Doug on July 04, 2014, 07:07:45 AM: That's some good stuff!
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 04, 2014, 07:55:23 AM: Quote from: CLAY on July 03, 2014, 10:34:37 PM
Quote from: R Doug on July 03, 2014, 09:34:13 PM
A few of us left work and headed to Single Brother's Bar where I enjoyed a Bulleit Frontier Whiskey (10 year) followed by an Eagle Rare 10 year old. Both neat with a side of water. It never ceases to amaze me how more vanilla tasting the Eagle Rare becomes the more you let it open up. (so good).

We left and went across the street to Finnegans Wake for some food. There I had a Midleton Very Rare (neat) followed by a Founders Centennial IPA. I've never had this wonderful IPA before. I've missing missing something good. :in love:

My local brewery. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Off to Binny's Beverage mart today.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on July 04, 2014, 07:24:45 PM: We started with a melange...that's right, I said melange...of fruited beers - Shiner Ruby Red Bird (grapefruit), Leinenkugel Summer Shandy (lemonade), and Maui Brewing Co. Mana Wheat (pineapple). But now we're onto the American Honey. We're sleeping in tomorrow.
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 04, 2014, 08:11:56 PM: Leines summer shanty is one of my favorites.
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Post by: mr.awesome on July 04, 2014, 09:20:53 PM: 3 greatlakes rye of the tiger. 1 Saugatuck bonfire brown. both really tasty, really enjoyed the brown. tomorrow is party night! Will try some bonfire browns around the actual bonfire. :beerchug:
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still aliove, everhing is stnding. No major bruns. Good noght and God bless Amerca.
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 04, 2014, 11:17:33 PM: Was the torch to light the cigar? :lol:
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Post by: CLAY on July 05, 2014, 08:51:16 AM: It actually works well. :bigok:

A good night- and a slightly slower morning. My two buddies brought over their families and TONS of fireworks. We kind of had a contest with the neighbors, which was fun. For the record, they kicked our asses. :lol: I don't know how many fireworks they had, but it we had a good amount and it was WAY more than us, and boy was it fun to watch! :bigok:

For those of you that like Founder's IPA (which is one of my favorites for sure- possibly #1) you REALLY need to check out Founder's Red's Rye. I know they bottle it, but it might not be as widely distributed as Centennial IPA. It is basically a nice rye IPA. There was a growler of that involved in last night's festivities as well, and it could be my favorite beer of all. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: mastros2 on July 05, 2014, 09:41:46 AM: I agree, Clay. Founders is fantastic!
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Post by: mr.awesome on July 05, 2014, 01:43:26 PM: Quote from: CLAY on July 05, 2014, 08:51:16 AM
It actually works well. :bigok:

For those of you that like Founder's IPA (which is one of my favorites for sure- possibly #1) you REALLY need to check out Founder's Red's Rye. I know they bottle it, but it might not be as widely distributed as Centennial IPA. It is basically a nice rye IPA. There was a growler of that involved in last night's festivities as well, and it could be my favorite beer of all. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I love reds rye pa, has been a favorite for a few years. I stopped buying it when they switched it from $8.99 a six pack, to $13.99 a four pack. It finally dropped to $11.99 a four. As much as i love it, im not going to support their price gouging
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Post by: CLAY on July 05, 2014, 02:06:57 PM: Quote from: mr.awesome on July 05, 2014, 01:43:26 PM
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It actually works well. :bigok:

For those of you that like Founder's IPA (which is one of my favorites for sure- possibly #1) you REALLY need to check out Founder's Red's Rye. I know they bottle it, but it might not be as widely distributed as Centennial IPA. It is basically a nice rye IPA. There was a growler of that involved in last night's festivities as well, and it could be my favorite beer of all. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I love reds rye pa, has been a favorite for a few years. I stopped buying it when they switched it from $8.99 a six pack, to $13.99 a four pack. It finally dropped to $11.99 a four. As much as i love it, im not going to support their price gouging

TRUTH! It's still on the cheap side for growlers though. :bigok:
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Post by: kneescrubber on July 09, 2014, 08:10:43 PM: This is the beer that made me realize American beer sucked donkey balls. 1977 in Germany. I learned a lot about beer (and other addictions) there.

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Post by: CLAY on July 15, 2014, 12:07:55 PM: Interesting. I think American beer (modern microbrews) are now setting the standard. Compared to beers in the 70's? I have no doubt it was superior.

BTW- once more, it was great to meet you. That's my favorite part of the BBQ- new people.

Me? Jim Beam and Coke. June, July, and August rule for a teacher. I'm currently redoing parts of my baot and reding the trailer in preoparation for our vacation at a cottage next week. I'll even post pics in a bit for thoise who care. :bigok:
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Post by: kneescrubber on July 15, 2014, 12:36:13 PM: Quote from: CLAY on July 15, 2014, 12:07:55 PM
...

Me? Jim Beam and Coke. June, July, and August rule for a teacher. I'm currently redoing parts of my baot and reding the trailer in preoparation for our vacation at a cottage next week. I'll even post pics in a bit for thoise who care. :bigok:

You've either been communicating with Ed too much or started a little early today. ;D
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 15, 2014, 12:52:27 PM: Quote from: CLAY on July 15, 2014, 12:07:55 PM

Me? Jim Beam and Coke. June, July, and August rule for a teacher. I'm currently redoing parts of my baot and reding the trailer in preoparation for our vacation at a cottage next week. I'll even post pics in a bit for thoise who care. :bigok:

So your the one that bought Stripes boat.
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Post by: CLAY on July 15, 2014, 01:54:28 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on July 15, 2014, 12:36:13 PM
Quote from: CLAY on July 15, 2014, 12:07:55 PM
...

Me? Jim Beam and Coke. June, July, and August rule for a teacher. I'm currently redoing parts of my baot and reding the trailer in preoparation for our vacation at a cottage next week. I'll even post pics in a bit for thoise who care. :bigok:

You've either been communicating with Ed too much or started a little early today. ;D

Started a little early. :bigok:

I replaced all the boards in the back of the boat by the motor:
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I cleaned and repaiante the trailer, and put a new winch on:
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...and got her ready for going to the cottage and a week of fishing:
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(Yes, it's my duck/goose boat too. :thumbsup:)
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 15, 2014, 06:25:45 PM: I vote you name it "The Titanic"
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 25, 2014, 09:37:29 PM: Brickside Brewery Mosquito Lake.

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Post by: fourstring on July 27, 2014, 09:49:10 AM: The black IPA out of the fermenter was a hit at the party last night. Just bottled a citrus ginger blond that'll be ready in two weeks.

I've got a bunch of disparate leftover ingredients from the two recipes, so I might just pour all that crap into the fermenter and make a trashcan ale. How bad could it be? :shrug:
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Post by: kneescrubber on July 27, 2014, 03:03:06 PM: Quote from: fourstring on July 27, 2014, 09:49:10 AM
I've got a bunch of disparate leftover ingredients from the two recipes, so I might just pour all that crap into the fermenter and make a trashcan ale. How bad could it be? :shrug:

It's usually the best. ;)
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Post by: fourstring on July 27, 2014, 03:05:46 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on July 27, 2014, 03:03:06 PM

It's usually the best. ;)

Just finished the boil and am chilling the wort now- think you may be right. Added some maple syrup, because why not.
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Post by: kneescrubber on July 27, 2014, 03:08:00 PM: Quote from: fourstring on July 27, 2014, 03:05:46 PM
Quote from: kneescrubber on July 27, 2014, 03:03:06 PM

It's usually the best. ;)

Just finished the boil and am chilling the wort now- think you may be right. Added some maple syrup, because why not.

Sugar good.
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Post by: fourstring on July 27, 2014, 05:02:15 PM: I will say, the black IPA turned out pretty good. There's only 1 pint left after a 2 gallon recipe.
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Post by: kneescrubber on July 27, 2014, 07:26:41 PM: Quote from: fourstring on July 27, 2014, 05:02:47 PM
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Ummm...waterslides....good
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 27, 2014, 09:07:29 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on July 27, 2014, 07:26:41 PM
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Ummm...waterslides....good

Your to big for that thing.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 28, 2014, 11:35:29 AM: Quote from: kneescrubber on July 27, 2014, 07:26:41 PM
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Ummm...waterslides....good

Is a waterslide a mixed drink?
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Post by: fourstring on July 28, 2014, 03:43:24 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on July 28, 2014, 11:35:29 AM

Is a waterslide a mixed drink?

If by 'mixed drink' you mean the physical, tangible, green plastic slide in the background of the glass, then yes.
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Post by: Scratch on July 30, 2014, 02:25:32 PM: I
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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 30, 2014, 02:34:55 PM: Quote from: fourstring on July 28, 2014, 03:43:24 PM
Quote from: jadziadax8 on July 28, 2014, 11:35:29 AM

Is a waterslide a mixed drink?

If by 'mixed drink' you mean the physical, tangible, green plastic slide in the background of the glass, then yes.

I think I'm having premonitions of our next party.
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Yeti Imperial Stout. Not as good as Clay's but good nonetheless.
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Post by: CLAY on August 02, 2014, 09:26:38 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on August 02, 2014, 01:27:17 PM
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Yeti Imperial Stout. Not as good as Clay's but good nonetheless.

Thank you! I like to brew. :bigsmile:

This with supper:
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Post by: slayman on August 03, 2014, 05:05:44 PM: Daughter returns from West Virginia with this and an IPA. This is pretty good. Wow sorry about the jumbo blurry photo?
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 03, 2014, 05:25:09 PM: It is Sunday.

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Post by: mxvet57 on August 03, 2014, 05:40:22 PM: Quote from: slayman on August 03, 2014, 05:05:44 PM
Daughter returns from West Virginia with this and an IPA. This is pretty good. Wow sorry about the jumbo blurry photo?
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Is that your vision after drinking it?
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Post by: mikephelps71 on August 03, 2014, 05:42:19 PM: Last night the it was a 5th of Bacardi oak heart. Just a beer today.
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Post by: Scratch on August 04, 2014, 09:39:35 AM: Tonight, anything we want.

On our usual walk around the neighborhood this morning we met the new renters two doors up. Cute young girl had accidentally backed her car over a plastic recycling bin left by the trash men. Stuck tight underneath. I fetched my sawz-all and dispatched it. She was so appreciative that she.... :naughty: :augie:

Nah.

But in truth, it turned out that she & her roomies are bartenders/waitrons at one of our favorite brewpubs in town. Free beer!

:beerchug:
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Post by: fourstring on August 04, 2014, 05:42:27 PM: The citrus ginger blond turned out pretty good. Gonna wait for most of the batch to age a bit more before refrigeration.

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Post by: R Doug on August 07, 2014, 06:18:57 PM: Four Roses Bourbon (to go)

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Post by: kneescrubber on August 07, 2014, 07:11:32 PM: Quote from: R Doug on August 07, 2014, 06:18:57 PM
Four Roses Bourbon (to go)

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Wrong thread. (https://www.sport-touring.org/index.php?topic=1291.0)
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Post by: fourstring on August 11, 2014, 09:28:56 PM: Mixing this:
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Should have a red, white, and blue ale in a month. (Red ale, white candi sugar, blueberry purée). Awwww yeah
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Post by: R Doug on August 11, 2014, 09:33:54 PM: The bars were serving Bourbon today.

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Post by: bluepoof on August 11, 2014, 11:51:38 PM: Tonight's beer:

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Post by: coho on August 12, 2014, 12:01:32 AM: Quote from: fourstring on August 11, 2014, 09:28:56 PM
Mixing this:
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With this:
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Should have a red, white, and blue ale in a month. (Red ale, white candi sugar, blueberry purée). Awwww yeah

That will be a delicious hangover. :snork:

Like a muffin made of beer. :nonexistent swoon smiley: Mmm.
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Post by: fourstring on August 12, 2014, 07:26:05 AM: Hoping so- I had to add a lot more water to the fermenter than I usually do- lost a ton on the boil for some reason.

Might just toss some simple syrup into the fermenter in a few days.
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 12, 2014, 08:21:34 AM: Quote from: fourstring on August 12, 2014, 07:26:05 AM
Hoping so- I had to add a lot more water to the fermenter than I usually do- lost a ton on the boil for some reason.

Might just toss some simple syrup into the fermenter in a few days.

I must stop over sometime.
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Post by: fourstring on August 13, 2014, 01:20:41 PM: Hey, trashcan brown got bottled last Friday and should be ready next weekend. Got no idea if it'll be any good. Swing by when it's ready and we'll find out.

Two pumpkins in the backyard just went all the way orange. Gonna bake them in brown sugar and throw 'em in a dubbel mash next.
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 13, 2014, 01:25:29 PM: What are you trying to be, a micro brewer or a chemist?
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Post by: stew71 on August 13, 2014, 01:27:57 PM: I have a feeling I know where the next Region 4 ST.Oner meet will be.
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 13, 2014, 01:33:00 PM: Quote from: stew71 on August 13, 2014, 01:27:57 PM
I have a feeling I know where the next Region 4 ST.Oner meet will be.

And it's only 10 minutes away from me. :naughty:
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Post by: fourstring on August 13, 2014, 01:35:36 PM: Fine- I'll go grab some more bottles. :razz:
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Post by: stew71 on August 14, 2014, 10:28:53 AM: Some homemade hooch using white peaches from our trees in the front yard. Steep with a few slices of fresh peach to add a bit more flavor. Running around 70 proof. Mix with tonic over ice. 8)

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Post by: R Doug on August 15, 2014, 07:09:36 PM: My bartender, Sheri, poured me a blind taste test of three of her choice. It's good to know that the order I ranked them is how I would have guessed.

Order of preference from left to right.

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Post by: fourstring on August 15, 2014, 08:42:02 PM: For a beer whose grain bill consisted of 'whatever I had left', this one turned out strangely compelling. visitors can't see pics , please register or login
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Post by: CLAY on August 15, 2014, 09:08:06 PM: Me, Jim, and some sour. The day started well but then kind of went to shit. I don't have many days when I wind up in a foul mood, but this is one of them. :mad:
Of course by this point I've had a few brews too. It will all be shiny in the morning.
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Post by: viffergyrl on August 15, 2014, 09:49:12 PM: Will you be drunk-posting later? :naughty:
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 15, 2014, 09:59:32 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on August 15, 2014, 09:49:12 PM
Will you be drunk-posting later? :naughty:

:popcorn:
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 15, 2014, 10:14:32 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on August 15, 2014, 09:59:32 PM
Quote from: viffergyrl on August 15, 2014, 09:49:12 PM
Will you be drunk-posting later? :naughty:

:popcorn:

Give Clay some time.
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 15, 2014, 10:17:58 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on August 15, 2014, 10:14:32 PM
Quote from: kneescrubber on August 15, 2014, 09:59:32 PM
Quote from: viffergyrl on August 15, 2014, 09:49:12 PM
Will you be drunk-posting later? :naughty:

:popcorn:

Give Clay some time.

I understand. He's a big ~~guy~~ member.
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 15, 2014, 10:19:45 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on August 15, 2014, 10:17:58 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on August 15, 2014, 10:14:32 PM
Quote from: kneescrubber on August 15, 2014, 09:59:32 PM
Quote from: viffergyrl on August 15, 2014, 09:49:12 PM
Will you be drunk-posting later? :naughty:

:popcorn:

Give Clay some time.

I understand. He's a big ~~guy~~ member.

He has special powers.
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Post by: R Doug on August 16, 2014, 05:15:11 AM: Quote from: fourstring on August 15, 2014, 08:42:02 PM
For a beer whose grain bill consisted of 'whatever I had left', this one turned out strangely compelling.

If you like it, did you have the bill written down in order to recreate it? Looks good.
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Post by: fourstring on August 16, 2014, 07:19:42 AM: Quote from: R Doug on August 16, 2014, 05:15:11 AM
Quote from: fourstring on August 15, 2014, 08:42:02 PM
For a beer whose grain bill consisted of 'whatever I had left', this one turned out strangely compelling.

If you like it, did you have the bill written down in order to recreate it? Looks good.

Nah, it was like fifteen different kinds of grain. Two kinds of base malts, wheat, caramel 60, way too much chocolate, victory, etc. Next time I've got leftovers I'm planning on doing the same, because why not.

I'm not brewing to make anything consistent. I just like being surprised.
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Post by: fourstring on August 22, 2014, 09:25:48 AM: Packing these with spices and brown sugar before baking. These are going into a dubble today while I play hooky from my last day on the job. visitors can't see pics , please register or login
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Post by: jadziadax8 on August 22, 2014, 10:06:16 AM: Quote from: fourstring on August 22, 2014, 09:25:48 AM
Packing these with spices and brown sugar before baking. These are going into a dubble today while I play hooky from my last day on the job. visitors can't see pics , please register or login

The pumpkins are from our garden, BTW. The seeds will be pralined, N'Awlins style.
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Post by: CLAY on August 23, 2014, 05:11:50 PM: Well, the afternoon kind of got away from me. Thanks to the Home Distiller thread, I started off with this:
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Then this:
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Then this (Corona):
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Teh this:
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Fuianlly this:
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Now I'm heading our for dinner with my briede. I think I'll get a water,.
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Post by: viffergyrl on August 23, 2014, 05:28:23 PM: :rolf:

I hope she is driving.
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 23, 2014, 07:00:48 PM: I have hairy legs. Wanna see?
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Post by: CLAY on August 23, 2014, 09:18:03 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on August 23, 2014, 05:28:23 PM
:rolf:

I hope she is driving.

She did. All good now. :bigok:
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Post by: R Doug on August 23, 2014, 09:34:16 PM: Macallans 18 in celebration of the new Doctor.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on August 23, 2014, 10:27:06 PM: I had a 32 oz frozen margarita at Las Trancas here at ESTO. It was a 280-mile day in SE Ohio...I EARNED IT!!!
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Post by: coho on August 23, 2014, 10:51:12 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on August 23, 2014, 10:27:06 PM
I had a 32 oz frozen margarita at Las Trancas here at ESTO. It was a 280-mile day in SE Ohio...I EARNED IT!!!

Woo! Tequila Slurpee!
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Post by: Scratch on August 27, 2014, 05:15:36 PM: :D
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 27, 2014, 05:46:36 PM: They're all full. WTF?
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 27, 2014, 08:30:00 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on August 27, 2014, 05:46:36 PM
They're all full. WTF?

:lol:
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 27, 2014, 08:41:36 PM: Quote from: fourstring on August 22, 2014, 09:25:48 AM
Packing these with spices and brown sugar before baking. These are going into a dubble today while I play hooky from my last day on the job.

Whaaaa?
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Post by: fourstring on August 29, 2014, 04:13:59 PM: Yeah, it was a thing. Moved to a new gig closer to home.

The blueberry ale turned out pretty good- nice, tart, crisp, not too sweet. This one needed a little more carbonation so I'm probably going to let the rest of the batch sit in secondary for another week.

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Post by: Hodge Podge on August 29, 2014, 05:40:19 PM: DC Brau The Corruption IPA and Bulleit 10yr. Mmmmmm...visitors can't see pics , please register or login
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Post by: Flyer on August 29, 2014, 08:39:16 PM: Niagara College Teaching Winery Dean's List Cabernet Franc dessicato 2010.
90+
:hail:
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Post by: CLAY on August 30, 2014, 03:21:53 PM: Beam and Coke- but now the Beam is gone, so I'm working a PBR.
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Found a new one today. Pretty good. Probably goes well with bacon.

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Post by: Papa Lazarou on August 30, 2014, 05:03:12 PM: small shrimp piecese
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Post by: Flyer on August 31, 2014, 04:35:52 PM: Beyah!
("Bier de Saison" by Niagara College Teaching Brewery)
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 31, 2014, 05:08:01 PM: Quote from: Flyer on August 31, 2014, 04:35:52 PM
Beyah!
("Bier de Saison" by Niagara College Teaching Brewery)

Are you telling me there is a college degree in brewing? Do they have an age limit?!?!

Do they have scholarships?
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Post by: Flyer on August 31, 2014, 07:15:41 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on August 31, 2014, 05:08:01 PM
Quote from: Flyer on August 31, 2014, 04:35:52 PM
Beyah!
("Bier de Saison" by Niagara College Teaching Brewery)

Are you telling me there is a college degree in brewing? Do they have an age limit?!?!

Do they have scholarships?
No, but there's a serious waiting list for applicants.
:mad:
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Post by: fourstring on August 31, 2014, 07:24:55 PM: Amazing the difference a few days makes. This turned out great.

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Post by: fourstring on September 07, 2014, 04:08:50 PM: Well, pumpkin dubble came out of secondary faster than I expected, with a little maple syrup and brown sugar to help it along.

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Post by: mxvet57 on September 07, 2014, 07:45:19 PM: Just got back from the Fourstring Micro Brewery. Had a glass of the Blueberry Ale while putting brake pads on a Yamaha scooter. It was very good. Not real fruity but just sweet enough.

Also brought home a present. Two bottles of pumpkin beer.

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Fourstring is coming over to work on the computer Monday. Things could get interesting. :beerchug:
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on September 10, 2014, 05:50:26 PM: I'm flying solo tonight as CB is off teaching the wannabe motorcyclists of the Commonwealth, so it's a bottle of red wine for me!
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Post by: kneescrubber on September 10, 2014, 06:57:32 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on September 10, 2014, 05:50:26 PM
I'm flying solo tonight as CB is off teaching the wannabe motorcyclists of the Commonwealth, so it's a bottle of red wine for me!

A whole bottle?!?!?!?

I can be there in about 60 hours. Once I leave in the morning.
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Post by: fatiredflyer on September 18, 2014, 10:38:18 AM: Pistonhead Kustom Lager.
Hang on tight.
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Post by: fourstring on September 19, 2014, 06:33:42 PM: Smoked cherry is in bottling. Making a raspberry hot chocolate stout tonight while I decide between beer and scotch.

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Post by: CLAY on September 19, 2014, 09:31:21 PM: Johnnie Walker Double Black, one chip of ice.
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Post by: rgbeard on September 20, 2014, 08:02:26 PM: Sinatra Edition Jack
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Post by: kneescrubber on September 20, 2014, 08:39:46 PM: Quote from: rgbeard on September 20, 2014, 08:02:26 PM
Sinatra Edition Jack

My dad would be so over that. ;D
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Post by: fourstring on September 21, 2014, 06:57:05 PM: Smoked cherry ale. It's different for sure. I think it'll age nicely in a few months.

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Post by: kneescrubber on September 27, 2014, 01:12:37 PM: Yard work done. Grocery shopping done. Time to relax.

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Post by: R Doug on September 27, 2014, 05:16:10 PM: Eeny, meeny, miny, moe...

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Post by: CLAY on September 27, 2014, 10:32:59 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

POLLUTION! :bigsmile:
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 28, 2014, 06:12:27 PM: A little tidbit i found.

https://www.yahoo.com/travel/the-oldest-bar-in-every-state-in-america-98176755662.html (https://www.yahoo.com/travel/the-oldest-bar-in-every-state-in-america-98176755662.html)
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Post by: fourstring on September 28, 2014, 09:00:26 PM: On a dare, made up a gallon of hard cider. Should be ready in 4 weeks.

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Post by: stew71 on September 29, 2014, 12:50:38 PM: I cooked down about 15lbs of frozen plums and pluots along with a couple of lbs of granulated sugar last night for the next batch. It's going into the fermenter tonight.

:bigok:
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 29, 2014, 01:46:49 PM: Since i have to wait for parts for my transfer case on the explorer i guess it time for a beer.
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Post by: Max Wedge on September 29, 2014, 02:29:56 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on September 29, 2014, 01:46:49 PM
Since i have to wait for parts for my transfer case on the explorer i guess it time for a beer.

Borg-Warner case?
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 29, 2014, 03:17:27 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on September 29, 2014, 02:29:56 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on September 29, 2014, 01:46:49 PM
Since i have to wait for parts for my transfer case on the explorer i guess it time for a beer.

Borg-Warner case?

4405

Broke the pin on the shift shaft during reassembly. :bash:

Coming from this place,

http://www.riversidegear.com/transfer-cases-and-parts/ford-transfer-case-parts/4405-borg---warner-transfer-case-explorer---mountaineer/4405-bor---warner-shift-control-shaft--explorer---mountaineer-1995---2001.html (http://www.riversidegear.com/transfer-cases-and-parts/ford-transfer-case-parts/4405-borg---warner-transfer-case-explorer---mountaineer/4405-bor---warner-shift-control-shaft--explorer---mountaineer-1995---2001.html)

I was thinking about riding out to pick it up but it would of cost me twice the shipping in gas.
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 02, 2014, 09:26:58 PM: Found on page 2. Isn't any one drinking?
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Post by: CLAY on October 03, 2014, 03:34:22 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

:wave:

Watching "The Hornet's Nest".
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Post by: Black Hills on October 03, 2014, 03:50:29 PM: have to work late, but then it will be one of these:

http://www.haycampbrewing.com/HayCamp/Menu.html (http://www.haycampbrewing.com/HayCamp/Menu.html)
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Post by: fourstring on October 04, 2014, 02:56:45 PM: Well, apples at the farmers market can only mean one thing.

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Post by: fourstring on October 05, 2014, 01:26:10 PM: Pulled this out of bottling today- the chocolate raspberry stout needs a little more time to come together but it'll be pretty good.

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Post by: mxvet57 on October 05, 2014, 04:46:38 PM: Nice plate. Miles?
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Post by: fourstring on October 05, 2014, 06:26:48 PM: Actually, Maggie's from when she was a kid. :shrug:
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Post by: R Doug on October 05, 2014, 09:02:49 PM: Well, I am in Utah. This seems appropriate.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 06, 2014, 07:50:36 AM: Quote from: fourstring on October 05, 2014, 06:26:48 PM
Actually, Maggie's from when she was a kid. :shrug:

But Sprout uses it now. :augie:
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Post by: fourstring on October 07, 2014, 04:19:31 PM: Random Maris Otter malt base lager at the airport in Minneapolis. Times eleventy.

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(And here's the proof that leet-speak is pervasive. Autocorrect no longer blinks at "eleventy". And it's not a fucking word.)
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Post by: kneescrubber on October 07, 2014, 04:56:19 PM: Quote from: fourstring on October 07, 2014, 04:19:31 PM
Random Maris Otter malt base lager at the airport in Minneapolis. Times eleventy.

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(And here's the proof that leet-speak is pervasive. Autocorrect no longer blinks at "eleventy". And it's not a fucking word.)

Not your first one today, is it?
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 07, 2014, 05:00:27 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on October 07, 2014, 04:56:19 PM
Quote from: fourstring on October 07, 2014, 04:19:31 PM
Random Maris Otter malt base lager at the airport in Minneapolis. Times eleventy.

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(And here's the proof that leet-speak is pervasive. Autocorrect no longer blinks at "eleventy". And it's not a fucking word.)

Not your first one today, is it?

I would say it depends how long the layover is.
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Post by: fourstring on October 07, 2014, 07:43:40 PM: Hey, I'm not going to be asked to drive the plane or anything.
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Post by: fourstring on October 10, 2014, 08:27:38 PM: Brew night. I'm experimenting with a Pilsner, honey, candi sugar, and sage.

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This'll either be great or weird, so I'm only making a gallon.
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Post by: mr.awesome on October 10, 2014, 08:42:28 PM: New Holland Mad Hatter IPA Mmmmm Nice session IPA
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 10, 2014, 10:01:34 PM: Thursday night I started out with a Founders All Day IPA fallowed by a Leinenkugel Sumer Shanty then a Reds Apple Ale while watching the Blackhawks beat the Stars.
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Post by: motrhead on October 10, 2014, 11:22:12 PM: Mount Begbie Brewing Company Tall Timber Ales, then some less than stellar Steam Whistle Premium pilsners to get rid of them, to be followed by Crown Royal Maple. I'm going out in the shop to work with non-cutting type power tools and should have my swerve on by the time I get my signal lights mounted, but the whiskey is only for after I get done in the shop! LMAO
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Take your pick.
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Post by: R Doug on October 11, 2014, 05:26:44 PM: Nice selection. What time should I be over?
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 11, 2014, 06:04:59 PM: Quote from: R Doug on October 11, 2014, 05:26:44 PM
Nice selection. What time should I be over?

Not if I beat you there first.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on October 11, 2014, 07:28:06 PM: Bailey's on the rocks during the Penn State/Michigan game. It's 8:28 PM EDT and Michigan still sucks.

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Post by: BMW-K on October 11, 2014, 08:28:56 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on October 11, 2014, 06:04:59 PM
Quote from: R Doug on October 11, 2014, 05:26:44 PM
Nice selection. What time should I be over?

Not if I beat you there first.

The House of K is open at your discretion. :)

Just send me a note first...and, of course, your favorite libation and cigar choices. :beerchug: :smoking: :beerchug:
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Post by: CLAY on October 12, 2014, 11:15:36 AM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on October 11, 2014, 07:28:06 PM
Bailey's on the rocks during the Penn State/Michigan game. It's 8:28 PM EDT and Michigan still sucks.

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...and what does that say about PSU? :bigsmile:

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Watching from the other side of the fan base. :lol:

It was interesting- from Saugatuck Brewing Co (one of my favorites). You could really taste the strawberry and chocolate, the vanilla was much more subtle. A sipper to be sure.
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Post by: R Doug on October 12, 2014, 10:23:30 PM: Quote from: BMW-K on October 11, 2014, 08:28:56 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on October 11, 2014, 06:04:59 PM
Quote from: R Doug on October 11, 2014, 05:26:44 PM
Nice selection. What time should I be over?

Not if I beat you there first.

The House of K is open at your discretion. :)

Just send me a note first...and, of course, your favorite libation and cigar choices. :beerchug: :smoking: :beerchug:

:smiley_thumb: You sir, are a gentleman.
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Post by: Flyer on October 13, 2014, 03:47:18 PM: Leftover, favourite "house" red wine.
Vacuum sealed to preserve freshness. :bigsmile:

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Post by: Cookie on October 13, 2014, 03:53:25 PM: I believe we are having Polar Lemon Seltzer with supper followed by a lightly brewed (weak) AA decaf.
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Post by: R Doug on October 13, 2014, 06:12:53 PM: During our vacation, I was able to sample some wonderful new-to-me whiskies.

* High West Double Rye from Park City, Utah. It was surprisingly light and smooth for such a high rye mash bill. I can't think of a better rye for the money except for George Dickel Rye.

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* AH Hirsch Reserve. This is a very smooth and fairly complex bourbon. And, I can't believe how little I paid for such a generous pour in a brandy sniffer! While AH Hirsch doesn't go for as much as a Pappy's, it is around $300 per bottle.

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* Knob Creek Rye. I'm a fan of Knob Creek Bourbon. In fact, it's one of my readily available favorites. Compared to other Ryes I've had lately, this one was too powerful and bitter for my taste.

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* The Balvenie 21 (Port Wood). This is the smoothest oldest Scotch I've had. It was wonderful! It's a shame it costs so much. I like it much better than my Macallan 18 (Sherry Wood aged).

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Post by: kneescrubber on October 13, 2014, 06:17:21 PM: Quote from: R Doug on October 13, 2014, 06:12:53 PM
During our vacation, I was able to sample some wonderful new-to-me whiskies.

* High West Double Rye from Park City, Utah. It was surprisingly light and smooth for such a high rye mash bill. I can't think of a better rye for the money except for George Dickel Rye.

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* AH Hirsch Reserve. This is a very smooth and fairly complex bourbon. And, I can't believe how little I paid for such a generous pour in a brandy sniffer! While AH Hirsch doesn't go for as much as a Pappy's, it is around $300 per bottle.

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* Knob Creek Rye. I'm a fan of Knob Creek Bourbon. In fact, it's one of my readily available favorites. Compared to other Ryes I've had lately, this one was too powerful and bitter for my taste.

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* The Balvenie 21 (Port Wood). This is the smoothest oldest Scotch I've had. It was wonderful! It's a shame it costs so much. I like it much better than my Macallan 18 (Sherry Wood aged).

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If you're drinking all those tonight; I'm really looking forward to a killer drunk post later.
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 13, 2014, 06:38:57 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on October 13, 2014, 06:17:21 PM

If you're drinking all those tonight; I'm really looking forward to a killer drunk post later.

Clay's had some good ones in the past. :lol: :snork:
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Post by: R Doug on October 13, 2014, 08:46:07 PM: :lol: :snork:

No drunk posts from me tonight. But, had I posted up last Thursday night, you would have got just that.

I never had the opportunity to post a quick review of the different whiskies I was able to enjoy while out and about. I'd love to hear from others whom may have a like or dislike of these fine aged brown liquids of goodness.
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Post by: CLAY on October 13, 2014, 08:51:41 PM: I aim to please. :bigok:
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Post by: Hodge Podge on October 14, 2014, 01:08:32 PM: It's a theme week:

Last Friday (Orioles v Royals)--from Baltimore brewhouse The Brewer's Art:
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Last Saturday (Orioles v Royals)--from Flying Dog Brewery in Frederick, MD:
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Tonight (Orioles v Royals)--from Baltimore-based Union Brewery:
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...and in the beer fridge for Saturday's home finale for DC United (v Chicago Fire)--from DC Brau:
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Post by: fourstring on October 25, 2014, 06:10:56 PM: Bottled the honey sage and Belgian triple last night while drinking apple crisp ale.

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I liked the apple beer enough that I'm trying something similar tonight, only with roasted peaches, brown sugar, and biscuit. Should taste like peach cobbler when it's done.
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Post by: Jim on October 25, 2014, 07:48:09 PM: Done working on the jeep for today so I checked in here. I _thought_ I was in for the night, but no, I'm now looking to make a beer or liquor run. Who knows what'll happen `prolly some local brew.

A good and different taste...
http://www.fortcollinsbrewery.com/brews/major-toms-pomegranate-wheat/ (http://www.fortcollinsbrewery.com/brews/major-toms-pomegranate-wheat/)

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Post by: mxvet57 on October 25, 2014, 08:22:31 PM: Last night I had a screw driver with dinner.

Stayed at the Days Inn in Rhinelander WI. The motel had a bar and restaurant
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Post by: R Doug on October 25, 2014, 10:19:10 PM: I believe I may have found a bourbon under $30 that I like better than Four Roses

Impressive. We'll done Heaven Hill.

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Post by: CLAY on November 01, 2014, 10:22:53 PM: Here tonight http://saugatuckbrewing.com/. (http://saugatuckbrewing.com/.) Fish and chips, which was fantastic. Singapore IPA, "The HaiG" IPA, a neopolitan milk stout on Nitrogen tap (yes you can teste the three flavors), and another Singapore to bring it home. Their Singapore IPA is possibly my favorite IPA- for sure in the top three.
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Then this happened:
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I know someone that works there. Two cases of Singapore, a half a case of Neoplotin milk stout. Total investment? $5.40. :bigok:
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Post by: Dan K on November 01, 2014, 10:41:20 PM: Went and saw John Wick tonight. Had a bit of a rough day. Brought a flask of Makers 46 and poured most of it into a giant coke icee. Felt like I was in college. Best part? Wife liked the movie.
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Post by: fourstring on November 02, 2014, 06:39:06 PM: Got in from business travel late on Friday, so kind of a sluggish weekend. Having a Belgian trippel and some of the honey sage ale.

Made two gallons of maple chocolate porter this morning. :beerchug:
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on November 09, 2014, 07:34:31 PM: Bailey's Chocolate Cherry...it's new and AMAZING.

I also baked with it...an original creation - Bailey's Chocolate-Chocolate Chip Cherry Chunk Cookies. They garnered an immediate Cablebandit seal of approval.
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Post by: fourstring on November 09, 2014, 08:30:27 PM: The rye IPA turned out pretty good. Still lots of hops, but an earthier selection with malts that aren't so zingy. Better for drinking in fall.

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Post by: rgbeard on November 10, 2014, 07:17:32 PM: Sitting here in Mexico, on our Sun Deck sipping Champagne. Watched the sun set a while ago. It's getting dark. I have those too-much-champange-on-an-empty stomach wobbles. All is good.
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Post by: kneescrubber on November 10, 2014, 07:24:47 PM: Quote from: rgbeard on November 10, 2014, 07:17:32 PM
Sitting here in Mexico, on our Sun Deck sipping Champagne. Watched the sun set a while ago. It's getting dark. I have those too-much-champange-on-an-empty stomach wobbles. All is good.

You've already abandoned Phoenix. :smiley_thumb:
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Post by: R Doug on November 10, 2014, 07:32:45 PM: Quote from: rgbeard on November 10, 2014, 07:17:32 PM
Sitting here in Mexico, on our Sun Deck sipping Champagne. Watched the sun set a while ago. It's getting dark. I have those too-much-champange-on-an-empty stomach wobbles. All is good.

All good, indeed! :beerchug:
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Post by: rgbeard on November 10, 2014, 10:36:22 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on November 10, 2014, 07:24:47 PM
Quote from: rgbeard on November 10, 2014, 07:17:32 PM
Sitting here in Mexico, on our Sun Deck sipping Champagne. Watched the sun set a while ago. It's getting dark. I have those too-much-champange-on-an-empty stomach wobbles. All is good.

You've already abandoned Phoenix. :smiley_thumb:

'til mid-Dec., then it's back there for a few weeks... then... back here for a few.... then.... back here for a few....

Rinse and repeat.
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Post by: stew71 on November 11, 2014, 11:56:24 PM: Good plan, Beard. :thumbsup:

Having a glass of this while doing some after-hours network upgrades.

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Very doubleplusgood. :thumbsup:
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Post by: CLAY on November 14, 2014, 07:22:16 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

Hard cider- my own. Decent.
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Post by: chornbe on November 14, 2014, 07:35:29 PM: Headwaters IPA at the theater. Impromptu movie night. visitors can't see pics , please register or login
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Post by: coho on November 14, 2014, 08:38:22 PM: Started with a smoked wheat beer made by one of my cow-orkers. Now I'm into his pear/apple cider brewed with saison yeast.

He's got some great brewing chops. Good stuff.
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Post by: fourstring on November 15, 2014, 08:04:17 AM: The saison yeast is a great idea- I've been using Nottingham for my cider but I'm gonna try that next.
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Post by: radon222 on November 15, 2014, 03:20:09 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

This and some Young Veterans Brewing Company Semper FI PA
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Post by: R Doug on November 15, 2014, 04:30:15 PM: I love me some Devil's Backbone beers! I can't wait until I get their products in here in NC.

Speaking of being able to get stuff in NC, I found an online retailer which sells whiskeys not found in our so-so ABC stores.

So, today I ordered me a bottle of Whistlepig 10 year Rye distilled (and aged) in Vermont. I can't wait to try it!

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Post by: fourstring on November 15, 2014, 04:51:22 PM: Brother in law asked me to make him a 'real hoppy' beer and I'm trying it out tonight from bottling.

If hops is a preservative, I'm immortal now.

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Post by: R Doug on November 16, 2014, 08:33:36 AM: Quote from: fourstring on November 15, 2014, 04:51:22 PM
If hops is a preservative, I'm immortal now.

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Only if your liver can keep up. :lol:
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Post by: Stormcrow on November 17, 2014, 08:18:35 AM: Quote from: R Doug on November 15, 2014, 04:30:15 PM
I love me some Devil's Backbone beers! I can't wait until I get their products in here in NC.

Speaking of being able to get stuff in NC, I found an online retailer which sells whiskeys not found in our so-so ABC stores.

So, today I ordered me a bottle of Whistlepig 10 year Rye distilled (and aged) in Vermont. I can't wait to try it!

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I met the Whistlepig folks a few years back in Stowe. Outstanding whiskey. You will love this - worth every penny!
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Post by: fourstring on November 17, 2014, 06:58:53 PM: When making a beer for friends, I always make a seven pack with an extra for sampling prior to giving away.

Had a request for a peach cobbler beer- biscuit and caramel mixed with peaches baked in brown sugar. Turned out as intended- a bit of fruit but not sweet, a lot of baked cookie taste without the heaviness.

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Post by: R Doug on November 21, 2014, 07:55:53 PM: Quote from: Stormcrow on November 17, 2014, 08:18:35 AM

I met the Whistlepig folks a few years back in Stowe. Outstanding whiskey. You will love this - worth every penny!

It arrived today!

That does NOT taste like a 100 proof rye, which is good. There's no doubt it's a rye. But, it's not as hot and is more mellow than less aged ryes, especially this potent (50% alcohol). Its initial taste is crisp without a big punch of grain. The heat is manageable and the follow is pure rye.

You're right, I love it.
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Post by: fourstring on November 21, 2014, 08:28:58 PM: Brew night!

Drinking the chocolate maple porter from three weeks ago.
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Making a breakfast stout for Christmas morning.
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Post by: CLAY on November 21, 2014, 08:55:31 PM: A few IPA's, a PBR, and a strng margarita. I'm going to be in the woods to watch sunup. so I'm going to bed. :bigsmile:
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 21, 2014, 09:28:48 PM: You shouldn't have a problem falling asleep.
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Post by: R Doug on November 22, 2014, 06:05:05 PM: Willett

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Post by: mxvet57 on November 22, 2014, 06:42:30 PM: Quote from: R Doug on November 22, 2014, 06:05:05 PM
Willett

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I won't be drinking that good tonight but it will have alcohol in it.
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Post by: R Doug on November 23, 2014, 07:48:36 PM: Blind taste test. Sheri poured me three similarly priced bourbons from three different distilleries (Willett, Buffalo Trace, and Heaven Hill).

FWIW, my favorites are in the following order: Even Williams Single Barrel, Willett, and Eagle Rare.

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Post by: MrsCablebandit on November 23, 2014, 08:09:09 PM: NyQuil. FML. :cry:
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Post by: mastros2 on November 30, 2014, 07:33:40 PM: Neshaminy Creek County Line IPA. Wow! There is a decent beer brewed in PA!!! Ha!
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Post by: Stormcrow on November 30, 2014, 11:08:07 PM: Partaking of my everyday, go-to bourbon tonight....

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 03, 2014, 09:29:38 PM: A screw driver in a large glass. Two of them.
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Post by: R Doug on December 06, 2014, 11:58:35 AM: I woke up early, went to the office for a few hours, ran errands, and Sheri is away this weekend. I picked up a good cut of meat to grill out today and these two temping appetizers.

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It's cold and rainy out and time it find a decent movie or two to enjoy.
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Post by: Flyer on December 07, 2014, 05:20:52 PM: I really must sample me some fine burbon someday.
Until then, this serf is having Jetta's Beard, Irish stout.
Small batch, teaching brewery.
Sláinte! :beerchug:
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Post by: Stormcrow on December 08, 2014, 09:54:10 PM: Quote from: Flyer on December 07, 2014, 05:20:52 PM
I really must sample me some fine bourbon someday.

Yes. Yes you must.
Some birthday loot from this past weekend. I have some good friends. :smiley_thumb:

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Decisions, decisions....
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 11, 2014, 06:16:58 PM: Going down the street to a friends house to have a couple beers and watch the Blackhawks and bruins game.

No driving or riding will be involved. There may be a stumble in my walk though.
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Post by: Jet-A-Pumper on December 12, 2014, 10:21:08 AM: I just can't resist.....

Klingon Warnog Roggen Dunkel Ale

http://www.space.com/27978-star-trek-klingon-ale-beer.html (http://www.space.com/27978-star-trek-klingon-ale-beer.html)

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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 12, 2014, 10:47:00 AM: Quote from: Jet-A-Pumper on December 12, 2014, 10:21:08 AM
I just can't resist.....

Klingon Warnog Roggen Dunkel Ale

[url]http://www.space.com/27978-star-trek-klingon-ale-beer.html[/url] ([url]http://www.space.com/27978-star-trek-klingon-ale-beer.html[/url])

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Awesome! The official beer of GenCon this past summer was "The Froth of Khan" from Sun King Brewery in Indy.

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Post by: mr.awesome on December 12, 2014, 07:51:38 PM: Right after work relaxed with a dragonmead final absolution, after dinner the last couple of sierra nevada flip side. Ending with my new favorite scotch ale, Oskar Blues old chub nitro. Mmmmm :beerchug:
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 12, 2014, 07:56:21 PM: I cleaned out the refrigerator of beer last night and didn't restock. But all isn't lost, I have orange juice and a bottle of Vodka. Screwdrivers tonight.
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Post by: Black Hills on December 12, 2014, 08:14:15 PM: Gravy from Haycampbrewing. Good stuff. The ESB isn't bad either
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Post by: CLAY on December 12, 2014, 08:28:16 PM: Eggnog. The real stuff.
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 12, 2014, 08:40:03 PM: Quote from: CLAY on December 12, 2014, 08:28:16 PM
Eggnog. The real stuff.

Drunk post in 4.....3.....2.....1.............
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Post by: CLAY on December 12, 2014, 10:09:25 PM: Tonight I hit the rack early. Another morning of hunting with the smokepole tomorrow. Trying to see if I make it 4 this year. :bigsmile:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 13, 2014, 08:59:00 AM: Quote from: CLAY on December 12, 2014, 08:28:16 PM
Eggnog. The real stuff.

Recipe?

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
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Post by: CLAY on December 13, 2014, 12:42:45 PM: By "real stuff" I meant "with rum". I'm afraid the nog was from the store- but I should try making some...
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Post by: CLAY on December 13, 2014, 01:44:15 PM: Passed on a small doe and two small bucks this morning. Now I'm working in the barn- various brews (this is an Ommegang Brewery Hennipin) along with a nice Fuente. I whisky-soaked it myself, and I think I will do more.
I'm dissembling a grader blade I made for my garden tractor. It just didn't work very good at all- no down pressure on the deck hangers. I hate taking stuff apart I have built, but like Edison, I guess I learn every time...

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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 13, 2014, 08:02:27 PM: Quote from: CLAY on December 13, 2014, 12:42:45 PM
By "real stuff" I meant "with rum". I'm afraid the nog was from the store- but I should try making some...

:rolf:

Have always wanted to make it from scratch. I do love the store-bought stuff, though.
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Not mixed, alternately. Starve a cold, drown a fever, right?
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Post by: viffergyrl on December 13, 2014, 08:45:31 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on December 13, 2014, 08:02:27 PM
Quote from: CLAY on December 13, 2014, 12:42:45 PM
By "real stuff" I meant "with rum". I'm afraid the nog was from the store- but I should try making some...

:rolf:

Have always wanted to make it from scratch. I do love the store-bought stuff, though.

Alton Brown uses bourbon (http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/eggnog-recipe2.html)
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Post by: Hodge Podge on December 13, 2014, 09:17:09 PM: Redbreast single pot Irish whisky with Guinness draught on the side. The Chieftains' "Bells of Dublin" on the stereo.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 14, 2014, 07:37:55 AM: Quote from: viffergyrl on December 13, 2014, 08:45:31 PM
Alton Brown uses bourbon ([url]http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/alton-brown/eggnog-recipe2.html[/url])

Ooo! My aunt keeps chickens and gets fresh eggs. This has possibilities.

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
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Post by: R Doug on December 14, 2014, 10:21:46 AM: Quote from: Hodge Podge on December 13, 2014, 09:17:09 PM
Redbreast single pot Irish whisky with Guinness draught on the side. The Chieftains' "Bells of Dublin" on the stereo.

Nice theme. Slainte!

Last night, a co-worker and his girlfriend had us over for dinner. He's a whiskey drinker so we purchased him a tasty spirit made and aged in West Virginia.

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In addition, I got to try some some of the good stuff in his collection: Elijah Craig 18, Pappy 20, and JW Blue Label. Sheri drove home. :)

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Post by: doc4216 on December 14, 2014, 12:03:28 PM: We couldn't find the ingredients on Alameda for an old fashioned so the SO decided to make homemade eggnog from combining a couple recipes and they turned out delicious. Only bad part was running out of milk!

By request here is our Eggnog recipe...from scratch...

Almond coconut milk to taste
2.5 shots of Captain
one egg yolk
2 tsp of honey
1-2 Tbsp of brown sugar
ground nutmeg
ground cinnamon
stick of cinnamon

The recipe says to heat the milk and then add the egg and serve warm but we actually preferred to have it chilled so we strained it and added the cinnamon stick. They were delicious.
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Post by: Flyer on December 14, 2014, 03:55:08 PM: i'm with Curly.
http://youtu.be/MNNZGj4Dsfg (http://youtu.be/MNNZGj4Dsfg)
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Post by: Hodge Podge on December 19, 2014, 08:54:25 AM: A little warmth by the fireplace.

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Post by: fourstring on December 21, 2014, 05:58:34 PM: Found a beer recipe that lists molasses and two sprigs of a Christmas tree as ingredients. Giving it a whirl in three weeks.

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 21, 2014, 06:05:39 PM: I hope you filter the needles out when it's done.
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Post by: fourstring on December 21, 2014, 07:15:42 PM: Nah. What could go wrong?
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Post by: fourstring on December 21, 2014, 08:44:00 PM: It smells like a snowball fight in my house.

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Post by: garry on December 21, 2014, 09:37:44 PM: Four Roses Single Barrel (neat).
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Pickletini... Lovely
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Post by: R Doug on December 23, 2014, 05:25:37 PM: Big score from a WV liquor store. I can't wait to get home and open this up!

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Post by: MrsCablebandit on December 23, 2014, 05:36:54 PM: Yesterday, it was hot cocoa with Pinnacle Whipped and Bailey's Chocolate Cherry. I called it "the toothache killer."

Tonight, it's hot cocoa with Pinnacle Whipped and Patron Cafe Dark XO. I call it "the root canal recovery." I may have dribbled some of the first one on my shirt earlier while I was still kinda numb.

:drif:
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Post by: doc4216 on December 23, 2014, 06:57:18 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on December 23, 2014, 05:36:54 PM
Yesterday, it was hot cocoa with Pinnacle Whipped and Bailey's Chocolate Cherry. I called it "the toothache killer."

Tonight, it's hot cocoa with Pinnacle Whipped and Patron Cafe Dark XO. I call it "the root canal recovery." I may have dribbled some of the first one on my shirt earlier while I was still kinda numb.

:drif:

There's nothing wrong with that right there!
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Post by: bluepoof on December 23, 2014, 08:01:09 PM: I dunno what to have tonight. My choices are between two white IPAs and a fresh hop IPA. Votes please!

(The photo is kinda blurry; the beers are Deschutes Chainbreaker White IPA, New Belgium Accumulation White IPA, and Sierra Nevada Seasonal Celebration IPA)
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Post by: doc4216 on December 23, 2014, 08:07:15 PM: Chainbreaker!
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Post by: Cookie on December 23, 2014, 08:17:23 PM: Nice kitchen.
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Post by: fourstring on December 23, 2014, 08:20:06 PM: Celebration. As many as you can fit.
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Post by: viffergyrl on December 23, 2014, 08:33:55 PM: Quote from: fourstring on December 23, 2014, 08:20:06 PM
Celebration. As many as you can fit.
+1
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Post by: coho on December 23, 2014, 09:36:36 PM: Quote from: bluepoof on December 23, 2014, 08:01:09 PM
I dunno what to have tonight. My choices are between two white IPAs and a fresh hop IPA. Votes please!

(The photo is kinda blurry; the beers are Deschutes Chainbreaker White IPA, New Belgium Accumulation White IPA, and Sierra Nevada Seasonal Celebration IPA)

Drink the fresh hop ones while they're fresh. The others will keep better. :beerchug:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on December 23, 2014, 09:50:26 PM: Quote from: bluepoof on December 23, 2014, 08:01:09 PM
I dunno what to have tonight. My choices are between two white IPAs and a fresh hop IPA. Votes please!

(The photo is kinda blurry; the beers are Deschutes Chainbreaker White IPA, New Belgium Accumulation White IPA, and Sierra Nevada Seasonal Celebration IPA)

Duh. All of them.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: bluepoof on December 23, 2014, 10:32:58 PM: OK, three votes for Celebration!
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: Scratch on December 24, 2014, 10:30:05 AM: :drool: :beerchug:

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Post by: CLAY on December 24, 2014, 04:04:07 PM: Today while I worked on building a trailer:
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Whiskey, my own, and a cigar. It is good. Tonight wine with dinner.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: MrsCablebandit on December 24, 2014, 05:48:41 PM: Right now, it's Sly Fox Christmas Ale. Later, the night cap will either be Bailey's Chocolate Cherry or Buffalo Trace Bourbon Cream on the rocks.

Merry Christmas Eve, all! :beerchug:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: slayman on December 24, 2014, 05:51:42 PM: Lancaster Brewing Co.'s Winter Warmer. Not really too appropriate since it is 52*.
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Post by: fourstring on December 24, 2014, 06:02:00 PM: Glenlivet 15 and home brew boilermakers. Christmas without travel doesn't suck.

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Post by: viffergyrl on December 24, 2014, 06:16:39 PM: Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider

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Post by: doc4216 on December 24, 2014, 06:33:05 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on December 24, 2014, 06:16:39 PM
Angry Orchard Crisp Apple Hard Cider

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Love that cider. But I love mixing cider 50/50 with lager...snakebite ;D
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM: Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

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I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )
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Post by: CLAY on December 25, 2014, 09:03:20 PM: Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

I have an Olivia V I will be partaking of at some point soon. What are your thoughts?

As for me? Several IPA's, some very tasty hard cider I made (wild yeast seems the best), and few lagers. I used some yeast awhile back on about 4 gall09ons of cider- it's too tart. It is going to become shine. I'm having a bowl of Lucky Charms right now to cure the beast within.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: viffergyrl on December 25, 2014, 09:05:05 PM: Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

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I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

So how was the ride today?
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: viffergyrl on December 25, 2014, 09:07:14 PM: Domaine Confiserie (sparkling wine, demi-sec, Napa Valley 2009)
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 09:18:13 PM: Quote from: CLAY on December 25, 2014, 09:03:20 PM
Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

I have an Olivia V I will be partaking of at some point soon. What are your thoughts?

As for me? Several IPA's, some very tasty hard cider I made (wild yeast seems the best), and few lagers. I'm having a bowl of Lucky Charms right now to cure the beast within.

Dammmmmnnnn, that's LIVING right there I tell ya! :smiley_thumb:

On the Oliva front - I like them. I've have the following in my humidor: Oliva V, V Maduro, Malanio Robusto and Melanio Figurado.

On the whole I find the Oliva's smoke very well. Full bodied, they run heavy on the Ligero leaf so be prepared for the nicotine hit. The flavor profile to me is very, neutral. I don't quite know how to describe it other than to say that all the Oliva's seem to have the same general flavor profile. Nubs to the Melanio line they all hint at each other. I don't find them particularly spicy, plenty of leather in the flavor, a touch of hay but not in the Ashton or Davidoff levels. In general I describe them as creamy...rich...just a touch of vanilla. The flavor profile does not change much at all regardless of third. Either you like it or find it acceptable in the first 10 minutes...or you don't. It's not something that you need to hold out for.

Of the dozen or so I've smoked only one had a poor burn that require a few touchups. Generally they burn even, tending towards a longer burn time. The flavor is very consistent as is the design. They feel a touch firm to me in how they are rolled but they smoke fine and the draw is, I think, very medium and loosening up a bit in the second half.

Overall I like them quite a bit - and that they sell them in 10-packs makes it a very attainable cigar.

To be honest, I like the Fuente Anejo's and the Hemmingway Maduro's probably the best...but the Oliva is a darn fine smoke that I don't feel guilty spending $8 or so on. I snagged a deal online for about $5 per and from there they kind of became my go-to smoke when I want something but don't want to feel guilty burning $20.

A final note: I would never feel slighted or less than handing someone an Oliva...or handing an Oliva to someone. They are a fine high 80's smoke, maybe a 90.

Pairs well with a slightly sweeter scotch. Not as good with wine or beer.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 09:20:00 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on December 25, 2014, 09:05:05 PM
Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

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I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

So how was the ride today?

Ended up as a 20 minute ride to make sure the Ducati was in order. and then I got busy playing in the house and catching up on Hulu (Constantine...I dig that show.)

I'll make up for it this weekend. The Monster is chomping at the bit for a hard shakedown. Cerro Noreste on Saturday anyone?
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 09:21:37 PM: Quote from: CLAY on December 25, 2014, 09:03:20 PM
Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

I have an Olivia V I will be partaking of at some point soon. What are your thoughts?

As for me? Several IPA's, some very tasty hard cider I made (wild yeast seems the best), and few lagers. I used some yeast awhile back on about 4 gall09ons of cider- it's too tart. It is going to become shine. I'm having a bowl of Lucky Charms right now to cure the beast within.

Clay, speaking of which...do you brew any Stouts? I have a feeling I need a new hobby...and I do love me some stouts!
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: viffergyrl on December 25, 2014, 09:36:48 PM: Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 09:20:00 PM
Quote from: viffergyrl on December 25, 2014, 09:05:05 PM
Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

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I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

So how was the ride today?

Ended up as a 20 minute ride to make sure the Ducati was in order. and then I got busy playing in the house and catching up on Hulu (Constantine...I dig that show.)

I'll make up for it this weekend. The Monster is chomping at the bit for a hard shakedown. Cerro Noreste on Saturday anyone?

Ach... we're out. Visiting my mom this weekend.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on December 25, 2014, 09:39:36 PM: Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 09:21:37 PM
Quote from: CLAY on December 25, 2014, 09:03:20 PM
Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

I have an Olivia V I will be partaking of at some point soon. What are your thoughts?

As for me? Several IPA's, some very tasty hard cider I made (wild yeast seems the best), and few lagers. I used some yeast awhile back on about 4 gall09ons of cider- it's too tart. It is going to become shine. I'm having a bowl of Lucky Charms right now to cure the beast within.

Clay, speaking of which...do you brew any Stouts? I have a feeling I need a new hobby...and I do love me some stouts!

I do. I make a pretty simple breakfast stout that's pretty tasty. I have made others- an oatmeal stout- but the breakfast is my goto. Probably in my top 3 favorite beers of all time.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: kneescrubber on December 25, 2014, 09:42:23 PM: Quote from: CLAY on December 25, 2014, 09:39:36 PM
Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 09:21:37 PM
Quote from: CLAY on December 25, 2014, 09:03:20 PM
Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 08:58:21 PM
Balvenie 15 Special and an Oliva V Maduro Cigar.

I'm a bachelor tonight and whooping it up big time!

(*which means I'll be in bed by 10pm. :rolf: )

I have an Olivia V I will be partaking of at some point soon. What are your thoughts?

As for me? Several IPA's, some very tasty hard cider I made (wild yeast seems the best), and few lagers. I used some yeast awhile back on about 4 gall09ons of cider- it's too tart. It is going to become shine. I'm having a bowl of Lucky Charms right now to cure the beast within.

Clay, speaking of which...do you brew any Stouts? I have a feeling I need a new hobby...and I do love me some stouts!

I do. I make a pretty simple breakfast stout that's pretty tasty. I have made others- an oatmeal stout- but the breakfast is my goto. Probably in my top 3 favorite beers of all time.

I've scraped the bottom of that barrel. It's damn good.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: jadziadax8 on December 26, 2014, 09:18:15 AM: Quote from: BMW-K on December 25, 2014, 09:21:37 PM
Clay, speaking of which...do you brew any Stouts? I have a feeling I need a new hobby...and I do love me some stouts!

Paging Fourstring, Fourstring to the white courtesy phone, please.

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on December 26, 2014, 12:52:56 PM: The trick to brewing beer is that there is no trick and it's really damn easy.

You know how to make stovetop oatmeal? You pretty much already know how to brew beer. I use a fermenter I bought at a garage sale for a dollar.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on December 26, 2014, 07:42:52 PM: A selection from the Fourstring Brewing Co.

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This one looks good.

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Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on December 27, 2014, 12:46:20 AM: Crad night. Beere. liots. I'm going to bed now.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: Cookie on December 27, 2014, 04:51:34 AM: Quote from: CLAY on December 27, 2014, 12:46:20 AM
Crad night. Beere. liots. I'm going to bed now.
Quoted, because.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on December 27, 2014, 08:42:07 AM: I'm alive. I had the Olivia V last night- my review is not nearly as thorough as yours. I liked it. :bigsmile:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: kneescrubber on December 27, 2014, 08:43:31 AM: http://youtu.be/bPmVhyHBRAM (http://youtu.be/bPmVhyHBRAM)
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on December 27, 2014, 08:44:25 AM: I like Clays drunk posts better.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: jadziadax8 on December 27, 2014, 09:36:06 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 26, 2014, 07:42:52 PM
A selection from the Fourstring Brewing Co.

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I think that was the peach cobbler ale.
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Post by: BMW-K on December 27, 2014, 09:43:04 AM: Quote from: CLAY on December 27, 2014, 08:42:07 AM
I'm alive. I had the Olivia V last night- my review is not nearly as thorough as yours. I liked it. :bigsmile:

:smiley_thumb:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on December 27, 2014, 09:52:56 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on December 27, 2014, 09:36:06 AM
Quote from: mxvet57 on December 26, 2014, 07:42:52 PM
A selection from the Fourstring Brewing Co.

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I think that was the peach cobbler ale.

Ding Ding Ding
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Post by: fourstring on December 27, 2014, 03:08:14 PM: Parents are over and dad wanted to see how brewing worked. Winging it on a smoked rye pale ale.

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Post by: Cookie on December 27, 2014, 03:37:05 PM: Damned synthahol.

Sent from my XT1058
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: BMW-K on December 27, 2014, 09:09:24 PM: Glenrothes 1991 15 year.

Fuente Hemingway Best Seller Maduro.

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I'm going to be here a looooong time tonight!
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Post by: CLAY on December 27, 2014, 10:08:34 PM: A little Johnny Walked double black for some enjoyable relaxation before bed:
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Post by: CLAY on December 30, 2014, 08:09:38 AM: ^ That's a good one.

Had several Founder's and Saugatuck Brewing Co IPA's and an Alaskan Red last night- we had a meeting about where to go on our bike trip this year. Boy it's fun to plan!
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 30, 2014, 08:22:22 PM: Another selection from Fourstring.

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Apparently the fermentation proses was not complete.

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By the time it stopped foaming the bottom of the plate was covered.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: R Doug on December 30, 2014, 09:49:35 PM: That's great! :beerchug:
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Post by: giaka on December 30, 2014, 10:30:23 PM: The wife bought this for our party tomorrow night. Has anyone tried it?

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Title: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on December 31, 2014, 05:19:47 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 30, 2014, 08:22:22 PM
Another selection from Fourstring.

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Apparently the fermentation proses was not complete.

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By the time it stopped foaming the bottom of the plate was covered.

Yeah, may have over carbonated that one. I sprayed Jadzia with broken glass the other day from a bottle bomb growler. :face palm:

Having a couple of breakfast stouts tonight before grabbing dinner.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on January 02, 2015, 08:50:23 PM: When my hops get ripe in the fall I pick what I need then put an ad on Craigslist that says "My Hops for Your Beer". I have people come and pick my hops then give me a 6 pack of their beer. I never quite know what I am getting, but it's always interesting. This is a WAY overcarbonated very tasty IPA from some guy that came and picked:
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Post by: fourstring on January 03, 2015, 08:05:57 AM: That's a fantastic idea.

I was planting hops this spring anyway but I might throw some extra rhizomes up. What breed of hops do you have, and how do you prep it for storage?
Title: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on January 03, 2015, 08:08:15 AM: Double post- sorry, new tapatalk sux

Ed came over for dinner last night and polished off some eggnog stouts though. He brought us a bottle that's probably coming with us to the hospital this Friday.

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Post by: CLAY on January 03, 2015, 08:23:53 AM: It works well. I bought two rhizomes and have been splitting a little. I started with one Centennial and one Cascade. Honestly once you start them the toughest part is keeping them under control. In the spring I have to cut off shoots as they come up- you have seen my vines. After a couple years you will produce WAY more than you need. This year I wound up with probably 20-24 beers from guys before I ran out of hops- I just let them pick as much as they want. I put an ad on CL 2-3 weeks before they are ripe to line guys up since they are prime for picking for a week-10 days or so.

You have to dry them- the first year I put half on a screen and put half in the oven to dehydrate. DO NOT PUT THEM IN THE OVEN. The heat destroyed all the flavors- they were no good. The test brew I made with them tasted like wet leaves. :lol: At least I could run it through the 'still. Since then I have been pulling the screen door off the slider and letting them air dry in the garage- after that I freeze them- but lots of people vacuum seal them then freeze them. That works well.
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Post by: fourstring on January 03, 2015, 08:54:17 AM: That's a great idea. One plant is way too much for me, but if I can help out some other home brewers at the same time I think it might be worth it.
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Post by: CLAY on January 03, 2015, 08:56:37 AM: Quote from: fourstring on January 03, 2015, 08:54:17 AM
That's a great idea. One plant is way too much for me, but if I can help out some other home brewers at the same time I think it might be worth it.

Exactly my motivation. It's a shame to see them go to waste.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 03, 2015, 09:05:42 AM: Quote from: fourstring on January 03, 2015, 08:08:15 AM
Double post- sorry, new tapatalk sux

Ed came over for dinner last night and polished off some eggnog stouts though.

The Donut one was really good to.

Those two bottles you gave me last night keep looking at me in the refrigerator. They may disappear tonight.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on January 03, 2015, 07:37:19 PM: Just got a spruce ale out of the ferment or and into bottling. I'm drinking some of the warm, flat sample that didn't fit in the bottles.

It's resiny, odd, but pleasant.

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Post by: mxvet57 on January 03, 2015, 07:39:17 PM: Enjoying one of the eggnog stouts rite now. Pizza just came out of the oven. Time to eat and drink and think of marry.
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Post by: R Doug on January 03, 2015, 08:32:12 PM: I met a friend for dinner this evening at favorite local bar. We each did a whiskey flight. I enjoyed a Balvenie 14, Midleton Very a Rare, and an Oban 14.

My Birthday is in March, would someone start a collection to buy me a bottle of Midleton? :inlove:
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 05, 2015, 09:26:05 PM: Another Fourstring brew.

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Post by: fourstring on January 06, 2015, 07:15:32 AM: Dude, are you jumping rope with the bottles? I've never seen more than one or two do that...

Alright, point taken. Less priming sugar.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 06, 2015, 10:44:17 AM: All I'm doing is taking them out of the refrigerator and opening them.
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Post by: bluepoof on January 06, 2015, 11:27:03 AM: Board game night tonight, so I'll be drinking Chainbreaker.
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Post by: R Doug on January 06, 2015, 02:43:13 PM: Quote from: bluepoof on January 06, 2015, 11:27:03 AM
Board game night tonight, so I'll be drinking Chainbreaker.

You're planning early! If I'm reading the board correctly, you posted this at around 9:30 AM your time. I like how you think! :lol:
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Post by: chornbe on January 06, 2015, 02:53:14 PM: Tonight is Flight Night at Chelsea Tavern. $10 gets you a flight of a beer (usually with a theme) and a nice albeit light dinner. :bigok:
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 06, 2015, 03:51:43 PM: Heading over to a buddys house rite now for a couple (if not more) beers.
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Post by: bluepoof on January 06, 2015, 05:40:33 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 06, 2015, 02:43:13 PM
Quote from: bluepoof on January 06, 2015, 11:27:03 AM
Board game night tonight, so I'll be drinking Chainbreaker.

You're planning early! If I'm reading the board correctly, you posted this at around 9:30 AM your time. I like how you think! :lol:

Hahha, yup! Though to be fair, we go to the same bar for game night every other Tuesday and I get the same beer every time. :lol:
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 07, 2015, 09:00:09 PM: Drank the last bottle of Fourstrings brews.

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Post by: kneescrubber on January 07, 2015, 09:15:52 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 07, 2015, 09:00:09 PM
Drank the last bottle of Fourstrings brews.

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Time to head to the hospital.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 07, 2015, 11:04:04 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 07, 2015, 09:15:52 PM
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Drank the last bottle of Fourstrings brews.

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Time to head to the hospital.

I'm sure he has a few with him for the celebration.
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Post by: Jim on January 08, 2015, 12:21:39 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 07, 2015, 09:00:09 PM
Drank the last bottle of Fourstrings brews.

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Nicely labeled!

The craftsman's mark...
Title: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: jadziadax8 on January 08, 2015, 07:23:36 AM: Why thank you! Full page labels are awesome.

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Post by: CLAY on January 09, 2015, 01:29:51 PM: Saugatuck Brewing Singapore IPA- named for a town that rivaled Chicago back in the days of the lumber boom: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore,_Michigan (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Singapore,_Michigan) The old foundations show once in awhile when the dunes shift.
That and a Tatuaje Reserva. Snow day!
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Singapore:
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Second post for more reading:
http://www.coinpeople.com/index.php/topic/22692-bank-of-singapore-michigan-note-collectors/ (http://www.coinpeople.com/index.php/topic/22692-bank-of-singapore-michigan-note-collectors/)
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Post by: Black Hills on January 09, 2015, 01:45:15 PM: not sure yet, but most likely one of these: http://haycampbrewing.com/HayCamp/Menu.html (http://haycampbrewing.com/HayCamp/Menu.html)
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Post by: fourstring on January 09, 2015, 03:53:10 PM: Still in the hospital. Miss beer. Drinking nursing station coffee.
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Post by: CLAY on January 09, 2015, 04:03:10 PM: Switched to PBR for the oil change on the XR650. Seems like a good fit for the "tractor" of motorcycles.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 09, 2015, 04:57:40 PM: Quote from: CLAY on January 09, 2015, 04:03:10 PM
Switched to PBR for the oil change on the XR650. Seems like a good fit for the "tractor" of motorcycles.
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Clay you have some real class.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 09, 2015, 06:02:58 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 09, 2015, 04:57:40 PM
Quote from: CLAY on January 09, 2015, 04:03:10 PM
Switched to PBR for the oil change on the XR650. Seems like a good fit for the "tractor" of motorcycles.
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Clay you have some real class.

And some really dirty oil.
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Post by: bluepoof on January 09, 2015, 06:10:57 PM: I think I'm going to have my last bottle of Sierra Nevada Celebration Ale tonight after Alex's birthday party. Can't believe he's one tomorrow!
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Post by: fourstring on January 09, 2015, 06:32:27 PM: My mother in law smuggled me a care package. Thanks Ed!

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Post by: kneescrubber on January 09, 2015, 06:58:25 PM: Quote from: fourstring on January 09, 2015, 06:32:27 PM
My mother in law smuggled me a care package. Thanks Ed!

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Ed is your mother in law? :headscratch:
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Post by: R Doug on January 09, 2015, 07:54:44 PM: Decisions

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Post by: CLAY on January 09, 2015, 08:03:18 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 09, 2015, 06:02:58 PM
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Switched to PBR for the oil change on the XR650. Seems like a good fit for the "tractor" of motorcycles.
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Clay you have some real class.

And some really dirty oil.

Yes on both counts. :bigsmile: I didn't realize the recommended change on the XR is only 1500 miles. I had probably closer to 2K on it. :crazy: Now I know.

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I envy your collection. :thumbsup: Johnny Walker Double black for me now. 1/4 an ice cube.
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Post by: R Doug on January 09, 2015, 08:34:28 PM: I've got Johnny Black in There somewhere. Come down for a visit sometime and drink what you want. We can drunk post on STO afterwards.
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Post by: R Doug on January 09, 2015, 09:15:07 PM: Drink up my friends and live longer.

http://www.businessinsider.com/abstaining-from-alcohol-significantly-shortens-life-2013-12 (http://www.businessinsider.com/abstaining-from-alcohol-significantly-shortens-life-2013-12)
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on January 09, 2015, 10:11:26 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 09, 2015, 08:34:28 PM
I've got Johnny Black in There somewhere. Come down for a visit sometime and drink what you want. We can drunk post on STO afterwards.

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: I'm good at that. :bigsmile:
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 10, 2015, 12:11:50 AM: Met some friends at the corner gin mill and consumed 5 Blue moons. Or was it 6. Might of been 7. F#@k who's keeping count.

Off to la la land.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on January 10, 2015, 12:13:47 AM: Quote from: fourstring on January 09, 2015, 06:32:27 PM
My mother in law smuggled me a care package. Thanks Ed!

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I drove by tonight. Did you see me wave? :wave:
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Post by: mastros2 on January 10, 2015, 03:49:11 AM: Quote from: R Doug on January 09, 2015, 07:54:44 PM
Decisions

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:drool: Yuuum!
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Post by: fourstring on January 10, 2015, 08:00:03 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 10, 2015, 12:13:47 AM
Quote from: fourstring on January 09, 2015, 06:32:27 PM
My mother in law smuggled me a care package. Thanks Ed!

I drove by tonight. Did you see me wave? :wave:

Still at the hospital. Might go home today.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on January 10, 2015, 08:35:17 PM: After a long day* of this:
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and this:
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and this:
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Some of this- my own:
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*For the record, on a 1980 Yamaha Enticer a "long day" does not necessarily have to be an actual long day. Light snow cover and rough fields turn 4 hours on a sled into a day's worth of soreness. :bigsmile:
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Post by: fourstring on January 11, 2015, 03:53:54 PM: Spruce ale is up- very strong spruce nose, but surprisingly light despite all the molasses.

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Post by: CLAY on January 11, 2015, 04:33:22 PM: Quote from: Cookie on January 11, 2015, 04:30:56 PM
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I LOVE some good ginger beer.
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I LOVE some good ginger beer.

This burns!
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I LOVE some good ginger beer.

This burns!

Going in or coming out?
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Post by: Cookie on January 11, 2015, 06:26:27 PM: In.

Sent from my XT1058
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Post by: coho on January 11, 2015, 06:34:31 PM: Quote from: Cookie on January 11, 2015, 06:26:27 PM
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I LOVE some good ginger beer.

This burns!

Going in or coming out?

In.

Sent from my XT1058

Good G-Beer should burn. :firedevil:

Goya is a strong number two, but C&B rules the roost.
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Post by: CLAY on January 12, 2015, 04:29:30 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

Not just cause I'm a teacher. I had to pick up some rootbeer brewing supplies, and while at the brewing store I have a 20 minute chat with the guy there about whiskies and distilling. The place I go has experts on staff on nearly every aspect, and I happened to catch the whiskey guy. Turns out he's a huge whiskey fan and wanted to get into home distilling. In fact there's a new distillery opening in town here soon, and this guy is becoming an apprentice to the head distiller there. He has read a bunch about it (quite knowledgeable) but hasn't tried it (home distilling) yet.

Anyway we got to talking about whisky brands- I told him I like a good whiskey, and chatted about brands- but I wasn't going to drop good coin on a bottle right now. He recommended this one- 45% Ardmore along with a few others- it has some smoky/peaty flavors, which I love. The kicker? I think it was $16. Sure, it's no Ardbeg, but at $16 it's pretty good.

Plus I had some shitty family stuff go down, so I'm good for a glass after work today. I'm not usually a M-Th drinker, but the excitement of trying something decent and new along with the mellowing aspect was good. :bigok:
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Post by: R Doug on January 13, 2015, 06:04:26 AM: I've tried that at my neighbor's. It has to be the best blended Scotch for less than $30-40.

I hope you have a better day today.
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Post by: R Doug on January 17, 2015, 01:01:20 PM: :redface:

It looks like I've put a bit of dent in the Willett Pot Still Reserve over the last week. It's so so good. :drool:

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Decisions

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Post by: Black Hills on January 17, 2015, 03:27:37 PM: Weather is good so I think a quick ride is in order, followed by a nice IPA of some sort at the ale house
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Post by: fourstring on January 17, 2015, 06:00:07 PM: Showed my Dad how to brew last time he visited, so I pulled a recepie out of my ass for speeds sake.

The smoked honey rye ale just came out of secondary- this one needs a little more carbonation but it turned out pretty ok.

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Post by: Cablebandit on January 17, 2015, 06:12:57 PM: Cool glass. I'd probably spill it though.
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Post by: bluepoof on January 17, 2015, 06:22:05 PM: Party at my house tonight!

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Post by: jadziadax8 on January 17, 2015, 06:36:04 PM: ^ Oh no!

I hear beer's good for nursing. Trying out that hypothesis tonight.

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Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: BMW-K on January 17, 2015, 08:12:29 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on January 17, 2015, 06:36:04 PM
^ Oh no!

I hear beer's good for nursing. Trying out that hypothesis tonight.

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Baby will sleep quieter? ;D
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 17, 2015, 09:31:47 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on January 17, 2015, 06:36:04 PM
^ Oh no!

I hear beer's good for nursing. Trying out that hypothesis tonight.

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.

Wait! I thought you said you were going to open that at the hospital.

And your welcome.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on January 17, 2015, 11:02:28 PM: Alcohol + Norco = :nono:

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Post by: mxvet57 on January 18, 2015, 12:00:11 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on January 17, 2015, 11:02:28 PM
Alcohol + Norco = :nono:

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O.K. I thought Nate would of.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on January 18, 2015, 08:23:01 AM: Yes, let me drink good booze in front of my recently post-gravia spouse while she's hopped up on painkillers. This will end well.

Thanks Ed
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Post by: R Doug on January 18, 2015, 04:56:01 PM: I opened a Christmas gift tonight from West Virginia.

I purchased this for someone here in NC and my family got it for me for Christmas. It's a good tasting 6 yr old. I recommend it.

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Post by: R Doug on January 18, 2015, 06:12:40 PM: Yikes. I had two 3 oz pours of Old Forester before dinner, a Left-Hand Milk Stout with dinner, and a 3 oz of this Smooth Ambler for after-dinner. I'm feeling good. 8)
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Post by: Cablebandit on January 18, 2015, 06:15:34 PM: Let the R Doug drunk posting begin. ;D
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Post by: R Doug on January 18, 2015, 06:16:36 PM: I'm in the feel-good stage now.

I love you, Chris. Give me a hug.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 18, 2015, 06:24:26 PM: Quote from: Cablebandit on January 18, 2015, 06:15:34 PM
Let the R Doug drunk posting begin. ;D

Clay is sure slaking.
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Post by: R Doug on January 18, 2015, 06:27:43 PM: I love you too, Ed. Happy Birthday!
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Post by: R Doug on January 18, 2015, 06:31:13 PM: I'm starting to sober up. Should I...

a) continue with another tasty beverage and keep it going?

b) start drinking water and enjoy the movie Sheri rented?

c) both a and b above because I have one heck of a toothache and bourbon is SO much better than ibuprofen?
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Post by: viffergyrl on January 18, 2015, 06:34:23 PM: Power through! Bourbon and water and watch the movie!
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 18, 2015, 06:38:22 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on January 18, 2015, 06:34:23 PM
Power through! Bourbon and water and watch the movie!

+1

I'm bored.
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Post by: Cablebandit on January 18, 2015, 06:51:13 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 18, 2015, 06:31:13 PM
I'm starting to sober up. Should I...

a) continue with another tasty beverage and keep it going?

b) start drinking water and enjoy the movie Sheri rented?

c) both a and b above because I have one heck of a toothache and bourbon is SO much better than ibuprofen?

Martin Luther King would want you to choose A. Just be sure to pour some on the ground for your homies.
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Post by: CLAY on January 18, 2015, 07:58:00 PM: Pour on! :bigok:
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Post by: R Doug on January 18, 2015, 08:14:54 PM: d) Oragel, water, and ibuprofen.

Anything with Oragel is a waste of money and the toothache is a biggie tonight. I can't wait for my Thursday appointment.

I am sorry to disappoint.

FWIW, The Hundred Foot Journey is an excellent film. Helen Mirren is wonderful, as ever.
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Post by: CLAY on January 18, 2015, 09:35:27 PM: Ran the 'still tonight. I had some hard cider I made that was just OK. Pulled about about a quart of goodness. Had some of that- you have to sample to know how the run is progressing!
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 18, 2015, 09:43:11 PM: Quote from: CLAY on January 18, 2015, 09:35:27 PM
Ran the 'still tonight. I had some hard cider I made that was just OK. Pulled about about a quart of goodness. Had some of that- you have to sample to know how the run is progressing!

We'll be waiting for the report. Just hope we can understand you. :bigsmile:
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Post by: CLAY on January 23, 2015, 03:54:20 PM: Two slasses of glorious whiskey- different typoe. Teachers and Johnny Wlaker Doubke black. Exams this week and some other stuff. :facepalm: Wife wants to go to the local baball game, so I'd better stop now.

I'm going to do out and fix the electris start on one of my 1980 enticers- and maybe have a beer. :bigsmile:
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Post by: viffergyrl on January 23, 2015, 04:08:43 PM: Yay! Clay's drunk posting again!
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 23, 2015, 05:04:21 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on January 23, 2015, 04:08:43 PM
Yay! Clay's drunk posting again!

:lol:

It is Friday.
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Post by: CLAY on January 23, 2015, 05:52:05 PM: The beer sobered mo up a bit. No bablle game, so wer'e good there. I might just pour another two-finger...
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 23, 2015, 06:35:27 PM: Quote from: CLAY on January 23, 2015, 05:52:05 PM
The beer sobered mo up a bit. No bablle game, so wer'e good there. I might just pour another two-finger...

A post only Ed would understand.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 23, 2015, 08:53:39 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 23, 2015, 06:35:27 PM
Quote from: CLAY on January 23, 2015, 05:52:05 PM
The beer sobered mo up a bit. No bablle game, so wer'e good there. I might just pour another two-finger...

A post only Ed would understand.

Just go back froom thwe local waterin hwole,. how my doing?
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Post by: Skee on January 23, 2015, 10:00:51 PM: Shades of Region 6 Camp Out - saw these at Wegman's tonitgh - couple 2 three more and I'll be speaching just like Ed.

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Post by: CLAY on January 23, 2015, 10:16:20 PM: LOL- I have slowed down and switched to this:
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Post by: Jim on January 24, 2015, 12:02:24 AM: Idaho Huckleberry Mead
from the Camas Prairie winery in Idaho (a nice gift from a gracious client)

http://camasprairiewinery.com/ (http://camasprairiewinery.com/)
http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2014/11/03/camas-prairie-winery-nv-huckleberry-mead-idaho-15/ (http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2014/11/03/camas-prairie-winery-nv-huckleberry-mead-idaho-15/)

A first experience with mead - I'd go for more...
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Post by: CLAY on January 24, 2015, 07:10:47 AM: Mead can be very complex! The last I had (several years ago) was homemade and possibly the most complex drink flavor I have had. :thumbsup:
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Post by: Cookie on January 24, 2015, 11:04:55 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 23, 2015, 08:53:39 PM
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Quote from: CLAY on January 23, 2015, 05:52:05 PM
The beer sobered mo up a bit. No bablle game, so wer'e good there. I might just pour another two-finger...

A post only Ed would understand.

Just go back froom thwe local waterin hwole,. how my doing?

About normal?
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Post by: Black Hills on January 24, 2015, 01:53:21 PM: Meeting some guys at Sanfords grub and pub for supper and the to the endurocross.. Sanfords has a pretty good beer selection so some nice IPA there. Unfortunately the civic center only has sex on the beach. So??
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Post by: Blunder on January 25, 2015, 01:11:55 PM: The beer can turns 80 years old this weekend. I'm gonna find a young tinnie and crack it.
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Post by: slayman on January 25, 2015, 05:18:17 PM: A Founders Black Rye. At first I didn't really care for it but I think I could acquire a taste for this style.
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Post by: CLAY on January 25, 2015, 08:24:30 PM: Quote from: slayman on January 25, 2015, 05:18:17 PM
A Founders Black Rye. At first I didn't really care for it but I think I could acquire a taste for this style.

Ah my local brewery. I think their Red's Rye is my favorite beer period.
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Post by: CLAY on January 29, 2015, 01:49:50 PM: Snow (actually ice) day:
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Post by: fourstring on January 31, 2015, 05:20:40 PM: Got a mild English bitter out of secondary. Turned out pretty OK.

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Post by: mxvet57 on February 01, 2015, 08:42:45 PM: Only 2 screwdrivers. Ran out of orange juice. :bash:
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Post by: R Doug on February 01, 2015, 08:44:59 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 01, 2015, 08:42:45 PM
Only 2 screwdrivers. Ran out of orange juice. :bash:

Who needs a mixer? Just drink it neat. ;)
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 04, 2015, 01:21:51 PM: Fourstring stopped over with a care package.

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Post by: Cookie on February 04, 2015, 02:59:14 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 04, 2015, 01:21:51 PM
Fourstring stopped over with a care package.

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Post by: viffergyrl on February 04, 2015, 06:03:33 PM: You guys are simply hilarious.

Carry on.
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Post by: R Doug on February 04, 2015, 06:05:22 PM: Man, I wish I had foursting as my neighbor. :( :-\
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Post by: fourstring on February 04, 2015, 06:40:30 PM: Hey, it was a birthday present. 'Long as he keeps bringing back the empties, I'll keep swapping it out.

Having an ESB with a mix I more or less made up. This one is a little young but it's mild for how hoppy it is.

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Post by: slayman on February 04, 2015, 09:03:22 PM: Nothing so fancy as most of you are enjoying. Just a glass of Lancaster Brewing Co. Milk Stout from the growler that daughter so kindly got filled for me.
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Post by: R Doug on February 12, 2015, 08:13:56 PM: Happy Friday-eve everyone!

I went out with co-workers to our local brewery and enjoyed one of its well known seasonal brews.

Sexual Chocolate Stout (http://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/11036/35284/)

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A sipper full of Herradura, and dreams of warm, white-sand beaches.
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Post by: CLAY on February 12, 2015, 09:30:16 PM: Up to the cabin a day early with the fam- they leave tomorrow, and the guys come up to snowmobile on our Enticers for the wekend.

A few PBR's (It's northern lower MI!), and now a few crooked Tree IPA's. Tasty. and Lit. The cabin was 24 inside when we got here. It's now toasty, but the floors are still cold. Lucky bastards coming up tomorrow will find a warm cabin. Good timnes.
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Post by: Black Hills on February 12, 2015, 09:39:45 PM: Big wave from Kona brewing co.
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Post by: CLAY on February 13, 2015, 06:41:10 PM: About 6-8 Miller High Lifes (the champagne of beers), now some dark horse IPA's, with my homemade whgiskey waiting in a sub-zero snow bank. Pizza up to bat...
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Post by: kneescrubber on February 13, 2015, 06:53:07 PM: You get 1 attaboy. ;D
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Post by: CLAY on February 13, 2015, 07:29:16 PM: Happy Vday a day early you sons of bitches. :bigok:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on February 13, 2015, 07:42:20 PM: Mmmmm...G&T with Bombay Saffire. Fourstring mixed it tall.

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Post by: fourstring on February 13, 2015, 08:02:44 PM: Sam smith oatmeal stout and a Ken Burns documentary. Hubba hubba
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Post by: redbandit14 on February 13, 2015, 09:28:03 PM: Hacker-Pschorr Munich Gold :drool:
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Post by: kneescrubber on February 13, 2015, 10:00:02 PM: Avery Reverend, Santa Fe Chicken Killer and 2 episodes of Downton Abby.

Night all.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 13, 2015, 10:00:46 PM: 3 Blue Moons and a diet coke chaser at the local gin mill.

Also a turkey and Bacon club sandwich but that is for another thread.
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Post by: coho on February 13, 2015, 11:34:43 PM: Quote from: CLAY on February 13, 2015, 06:41:10 PM
About 6-8 Miller High Lifes (the champagne of beers), now some dark horse IPA's, with my homemade whgiskey waiting in a sub-zero snow bank. Pizza up to bat...

I love whgiskey! :snork:
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Post by: fourstring on February 14, 2015, 01:58:19 PM: Brew day. Trying my hand at a Pilsner for the first time.

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Post by: kneescrubber on February 14, 2015, 03:47:06 PM: Quote from: fourstring on February 14, 2015, 01:58:19 PM

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I don't have a clue; but it looks ready to me. I'll be right over.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 14, 2015, 04:08:05 PM: Quote from: fourstring on February 14, 2015, 01:58:19 PM
Brew day. Trying my hand at a Pilsner for the first time.

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Are they in the sink in case they explode. :bigsmile: :beerchug: :snork:
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Post by: Stormcrow on February 14, 2015, 07:26:15 PM: Tonight a very nice New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc to go with a Valentine's Day dinner that can't be beat!

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Post by: fourstring on February 15, 2015, 08:31:37 AM: Quote from: kneescrubber on February 14, 2015, 03:47:06 PM
Quote from: fourstring on February 14, 2015, 01:58:19 PM

I don't have a clue; but it looks ready to me. I'll be right over.

Not sure I'm going to do lagers again. They're actually kind of tough to make, have extra steps, take three times as long. The end result is something that's readily available for not a lot of dough.

I'll find out if it's any good in about two months. This is more an experiment to see if my technique is up to par.
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Post by: fourstring on February 15, 2015, 12:27:45 PM: Also, last night's cider was OK, but a bit too dry even for me. Making a sweet cider to compensate.

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Post by: R Doug on February 15, 2015, 02:50:11 PM: We're in VA celebrating a day late Valentines Day. I stopped by the local store and scored the following:

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NC ABC stores don't sell anything from Kentcky Bourbon Distillets. So, the 1/5 of Michter's will be a rare treat.
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Post by: R Doug on February 15, 2015, 02:54:20 PM: Cheers from the Craddock Terry Hotel in Lynchburg from us.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on February 20, 2015, 07:36:26 PM: Water. F$&@ being sick.

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Post by: Flyer on February 20, 2015, 08:05:04 PM: Irish Red ale.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on February 20, 2015, 08:32:34 PM: Just hot chocolate. I did a double red blood donation today and have been chilled ever since (they put the plasma and platelets back in at room temperature and it was about 65 in the room). Brrrrrr!!!
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Post by: Black Hills on February 20, 2015, 09:52:01 PM: Had a ESB and a cascading black ale from Haycampmbrewing followed by a mirror pond and some wings on the way home.. Oh, and my bride kicked my ass at pool...
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Post by: coho on February 21, 2015, 12:21:35 AM: Super busy at the taproom tonight, looking forward to a Hop Surge triple IPA (11.2% 105 IBU) in about an hour.
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Post by: R Doug on February 25, 2015, 09:03:54 PM: Tonight, Sheri gave me a blind taste test of the following:

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My order of preference ended up being the most to least expensive. Go figure. Anyhow, I've deiced to write my first bourbon review and subject you as my guinea pigs.

1. Old Forester Birthday Bourbon. 12 year old small batch bourbon. 97 proof. $80

Nose is vanilla with toasted oak or campfire smoke. The sip is sweet with some caramel, vanilla, and spices. The finish lingers for a while with spices and and woodsy taste.

2. Noah's Mill. 15 year average age blended bourbon. 118 proof. $55-60.

Nose has notes of toffee, coffee, and caramel. It's a little smoky with a whiff of sweetness.

The taste hits you with the crispness of the rye in the mash bill followed by with vanilla and cream flavors. The 118 proof shows up with some heat with a spicy hit to the back of the tongue. A hearty oak rounds out the experience.

The finish is long and satisfying. The higher proof doesn't really show, it's a smooth drinkable bourbon.

3. Michter's US1 Bourbon. No age statement. 91 Proof. $35-40

The nose is sweet. You can tell the mash bill has a high corn content. The taste is very smooth. This is very drinkable with minor oak, figs, and a touch of cinnamon. The little bit of heat doesn’t last long. The finish is not long but has a hint of brown sugar sweetness. For the money, it's an excellent buy.

There aren't any losers in these three. I tend to prefer more complex tastes and when you take something like an older aged Old Forester and compare it to a younger Michter's, the outcome should be no surprise. Compared to other bourbons in the same price range, the Mitchter's stacks up VERY well and is worth the buy.

The question I ask myself is whether or not the Old Forester is worth the extra $20 to $25 over the Noah's Mill. At the end of the day, I prefer the taste of the O.F. Birthday Bourbon. Because $20 does't break the bank, it's worth the extra cost for me. And, the bottle is a keeper.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 25, 2015, 09:37:37 PM: Quote from: R Doug on February 25, 2015, 09:03:54 PM
Tonight, Sheri gave me a blind taste test of the following:

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If it's a blind taste test why can we see them?
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Post by: R Doug on February 25, 2015, 09:47:26 PM: You're not visually impaired.
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Post by: kneescrubber on February 26, 2015, 06:31:38 AM: Ummm.....have you seen his plates?
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 27, 2015, 10:39:54 PM: had six of these tonight. Or was it seven? :headscratch:

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Post by: R Doug on February 28, 2015, 06:15:37 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 27, 2015, 10:39:54 PM
had six of these tonight. Or was it seven? :headscratch:

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Plates or not, I'll bet you're a bit visually impaired now.
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Post by: fourstring on February 28, 2015, 01:23:59 PM: Brew day. Making a rye but hopping it like an IPA, only using low acid, earthy hops. Putting in brown sugar just because.

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Post by: Max Wedge on February 28, 2015, 11:24:21 PM: Home made wine from my friend, the wine connoisseur. Holy crap this batch is pretty good.
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Post by: R Doug on March 01, 2015, 07:23:14 AM: Last night, Sheri and I went to a friend's place to drink, have dinner, and play games. I consumed the best kind of bourbon last night... someone else's.

In all seriousness, I did have some mighty fine bourbons. I was able to enjoy fine pours of Col. EH Taylor, Pappy 20 year old, Black Maple Hill, and Elijah Craig 18. And, Clay, that is a bottle of Johnny Walker Blue in the back. :)

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My friend's girlfriend is a true southern bell (and a mighty fine catch). She's a hoot and a big college football fan. Her mark was on the menu choices and these napkins.

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Has anyone played this card game? It's a riot and should only be played with folks which are NOT easily offended.

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Post by: viffergyrl on March 01, 2015, 07:31:12 AM: :wave: Cards Against Humanity [emoji106] It's pretty hilarious.

They also do an Annual Gift for their fans... see 'cards against humanity private island' for last year's
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Post by: R Doug on March 01, 2015, 07:41:44 AM: :bigok:

I need to purchase this game set with some expansion packs and bring with me to the next STO meet I attend.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 01, 2015, 07:58:24 AM: Ahhhhh, CAH - the game that proves I'm a terrible person. [emoji48]

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Post by: mastros2 on March 01, 2015, 08:44:21 PM: Weyerbacher Tiny Belgian Style Imperial Stout. I was jonesin for good stout and it was!
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 01, 2015, 08:48:05 PM: Red's Apple Ale while working on the Speed Triple.

Fourstring I'm just about ready for a refill.
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Post by: fourstring on March 02, 2015, 06:10:47 PM: Bring it. Got some rye PA in the fermenter and the pils should be ready in probably another month. Cider in maybe two weeks.
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Post by: fourstring on March 02, 2015, 06:18:34 PM: Double post. Hell with tapatalk.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 02, 2015, 08:06:24 PM: Drinking my last bottle of fourstrings Ivy Ale while watching the Blackhawks.
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Post by: R Doug on March 03, 2015, 08:19:50 PM: Wild Turkey Rare Breed. What a mighty fine kick in the pants. I love this stuff.
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Taking mom out to the local sushi place.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 06, 2015, 07:30:49 PM: I didn't know we had a local sushi place.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 06, 2015, 08:16:12 PM: In Des Plaines. Yum!

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Post by: CLAY on March 06, 2015, 08:37:31 PM: A couple beers after work- but every time I pull a 750ml bottle off of this I sample it to make sure I'm not into the tails. I should learn to spit it.
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Post by: kneescrubber on March 06, 2015, 08:44:01 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 06, 2015, 08:37:31 PM
......I should learn to spit it.

My second wife was an expert. Wanna hook up?
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Post by: CLAY on March 06, 2015, 08:45:26 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on March 06, 2015, 08:44:01 PM
Quote from: CLAY on March 06, 2015, 08:37:31 PM
......I should learn to spit it.

My second wife was an expert. Wanna hook up?

:lol:

:bluduh: No.
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Post by: R Doug on March 07, 2015, 09:38:25 PM: I'm at a whiskey tasting. It's going to be a long night.
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Post by: CLAY on March 07, 2015, 10:21:11 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 07, 2015, 09:38:25 PM
At whiskey tasting. Fuck you you f'n fuckers.

:lol: Someone's having fun!

After a big day on the sled and getting pretty beat up on some rough trails, not to mention being quite warm, it's water for me tonight!
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 07, 2015, 10:23:17 PM: And what else are you putting in the water?
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Post by: R Doug on March 07, 2015, 11:36:06 PM: thanks to a friend, i made it home. thank you for your support.

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Post by: R Doug on March 07, 2015, 11:39:52 PM: BTW, the Pappy was 15 year old (my favorite of the PVW bourbons). great night..

I had one ounce of each of every bottle present. i'm so screwed. g'night.

(that's ~22 oz of whiskey for me tonight)

Pappy, Noah's Mill, Old Forester Birthday Bourbon, and Evan Williams SB were my favorites for the night.
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Post by: R Doug on March 07, 2015, 11:44:03 PM: PS... save for Evan Williams Single Barrel, my other favorites are around $100+ per bottle... The EVSB is ~ $30. Go buy it, you can thank me later.
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Post by: viffergyrl on March 08, 2015, 02:29:12 PM: Hey Doug :wave: how ya feeling?
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The lineup today. Wuddya think Blunder?

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Post by: R Doug on March 08, 2015, 04:55:31 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 07, 2015, 10:21:11 PM
:lol: Someone's having fun!

Quote from: viffergyrl on March 08, 2015, 02:29:12 PM
Hey Doug :wave: how ya feeling?

There IS such a thing of having too much fun. I was a bit slow today (more than normal, anyhow).

;)
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Post by: Black Hills on March 08, 2015, 10:09:28 PM: Went for a ride, stopped at Johnson siding and had a O'dells IPA.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 09, 2015, 08:22:36 PM: Went up to Escanaba MI for a friends mothers funeral. After the funeral we were treated to dinner at the local casino with an open bar. Needless to say the bar tender was making my screwdrivers with all vodka and a splash of orange juice for coloring. :snork:
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Post by: R Doug on March 13, 2015, 07:12:40 PM: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?

Bourbon, of course.

My latest find at the local store...

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That's a dark amber, especially for a 9 year old. Of course, it's barrel proof and hasn't been cut.

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This bourbon pulls no punches. Wowser.
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Post by: CLAY on March 14, 2015, 07:51:11 AM: Played cards with the boys last night- it was a blast. Had a Corona, a Saugatuck Brewing Serrano Pepper beer, a Saugatuck BC IPA, and a growler of Founder's Red's Rye.

This morning isn't such a blast.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 14, 2015, 08:39:35 AM: I had (gasp) no beer in the house. It was Pepsi on the rocks last night. Today however will be different. Blackhawks and Sharks game at 3:00 this afternoon.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 14, 2015, 03:39:28 PM: http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2015/03/14/when-it-comes-to-beer-americans-prefer-this-brand.aspx (http://www.fool.com/investing/general/2015/03/14/when-it-comes-to-beer-americans-prefer-this-brand.aspx)
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Post by: R Doug on March 15, 2015, 04:44:21 PM: This was a great call to go with baking pizza out on the grill today.

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Post by: stew71 on March 15, 2015, 05:52:13 PM: Yard work is done. FJR has been sold. Lazy Sunday afternoon.

Calls for some fresh Hoppy Palm Ale from Track 7 Brewing.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 15, 2015, 08:12:49 PM: Fourstring's cider. Yum!

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Post by: mxvet57 on March 15, 2015, 08:36:39 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on March 15, 2015, 08:12:49 PM
Fourstring's cider. Yum!

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.

Are you still up?
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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 16, 2015, 07:52:11 AM: Sleep? What's that?

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Post by: CLAY on March 19, 2015, 03:47:47 PM: In Detroit for a conference. Founders IPA from home right now. The GM towers and Canada on the other side of the river. Heading out to explore now:
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 19, 2015, 04:30:57 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 19, 2015, 03:47:47 PM
In Detroit for a conference. Founders IPA from home right now. The GM towers and Canada on the other side of the river. Heading out to explore now:

Got your gun?
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Post by: Skee on March 19, 2015, 06:48:07 PM: Alas - the last of one of my favorites - goes well with beef.

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Post by: fourstring on March 19, 2015, 07:31:57 PM: Brew night. Son asked what kind of beer to make and he said 'strawberries'.

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Add a little vanilla, brown sugar, and blackberries for color:
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Putting all of it into a pale ale, should be ready by his birthday in May.
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Post by: viffergyrl on March 19, 2015, 07:42:01 PM: Like Clay... start 'em young.... [emoji1]
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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 20, 2015, 04:07:12 AM: Had a sampler bottle of coconut vodka. Added pineapple juice. It was like a piña colada, but way less suck.

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Post by: Oddball on March 20, 2015, 04:28:49 AM: Water, H2O, plan and simple.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on March 20, 2015, 11:53:29 AM: I'm in Rhode Island for a board of directors meeting. Wednesday night it was pear martinis.

Last night it was pear vodka tonics...LOTS of them. 8)

Not sure what tonight will bring, but I think I know the flavor!
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 20, 2015, 01:05:42 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on March 20, 2015, 11:53:29 AM
I'm in Rhode Island for a board of directors meeting. Wednesday night it was pear martinis.

Last night it was pear vodka tonics...LOTS of them. 8)

Not sure what tonight will bring, but I think I know the flavor!

Pineapple?
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Post by: fourstring on March 20, 2015, 07:34:55 PM: Rye IPA is out of bottling.
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Post by: Flyer on March 20, 2015, 07:47:08 PM: Niagara College Teaching Brewery
Butler's Bitter
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Charge your glasses with the drink that fuelled the British armies in 1812. This traditional recipe, light bodied, smooth drinking, English style Bitter has a copper brown colouring, a floral/roasted malt scent and a taste of rye bread and black coffee. Raise a glass to 200 years of peace.

650ml 4.4% alc./vol.

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Post by: kneescrubber on March 20, 2015, 07:49:14 PM: Quote from: fourstring on March 20, 2015, 07:34:55 PM
Rye IPA is out of bottling.
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:drool:

How soon can you be in Amarillo?

:rolf:
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Post by: slayman on March 20, 2015, 08:18:14 PM: Spring House Brewing, Blood Lust, a bold Russian Imperial Stout. It's pretty good but I probably wouldn't get another growler fill.
For those interested:
http://www.springhousebeer.com/pages/beer/blood-lust (http://www.springhousebeer.com/pages/beer/blood-lust)
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Post by: fourstring on March 20, 2015, 08:46:44 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on March 20, 2015, 07:49:14 PM
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Rye IPA is out of bottling.
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:drool:

How soon can you be in Amarillo?

:rolf:

Got a bunch of Amarillo hops. It can be in the beer, I guess. :shrug:
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Post by: kneescrubber on March 20, 2015, 09:11:46 PM: Quote from: fourstring on March 20, 2015, 08:46:44 PM

Quote from: kneescrubber on March 20, 2015, 07:49:14 PM
Quote from: fourstring on March 20, 2015, 07:34:55 PM
Rye IPA is out of bottling.
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:drool:

How soon can you be in Amarillo?

:rolf:

Got a bunch of Amarillo hops. It can be in the beer, I guess. :shrug:

Sadly, Amarillo hops are grown further away from me than your beer is. :'(
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Post by: mr.awesome on March 20, 2015, 09:59:48 PM: MI beeer flight tonight.
Bells, Smitten rye pale, 2- Shorts, good humans, New Holland, cabin fever. Good night :beerchug:
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 20, 2015, 10:19:25 PM: Met a friend at the local watering hole tonight. Lost count on how many brews I had. I've got a Clay kind of buzzzz to.

Riding the bike home was fun to. Broke the rear tire loose a few times and had trouble keeping the front wheel on the ground.

Hey look at that. I spelled all the words rite.
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Post by: Bounce on March 20, 2015, 10:52:58 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 20, 2015, 01:05:42 PM
Quote from: MrsCablebandit on March 20, 2015, 11:53:29 AM
I'm in Rhode Island for a board of directors meeting. Wednesday night it was pear martinis.

Last night it was pear vodka tonics...LOTS of them. 8)

Not sure what tonight will bring, but I think I know the flavor!

Pineapple?

Morgan's Rum with pear schnapps... it's called a Pears Morgan. [note: trademark me!]
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Post by: viffergyrl on March 21, 2015, 12:26:42 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 20, 2015, 10:19:25 PM
Met a friend at the local watering hole tonight. Lost count on how many brews I had. I've got a Clay kind of buzzzz to.

Riding the bike home was fun to. Broke the rear tire loose a few times and had trouble keeping the front wheel on the ground.

Hey look at that. I spelled all the words rite.
Saved.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 21, 2015, 02:55:52 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 20, 2015, 10:19:25 PM
Met a friend at the local watering hole tonight. Lost count on how many brews I had. I've got a Clay kind of buzzzz to.

Riding the bike home was fun to. Broke the rear tire loose a few times and had trouble keeping the front wheel on the ground.

Hey look at that. I spelled all the words rite.

Next time that happens, give us a ring. We'll get you and the moto home.

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Post by: Flyer on March 21, 2015, 05:53:21 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 20, 2015, 10:19:25 PM
Met a friend at the local watering hole tonight. Lost count on how many brews I had. I've got a Clay kind of buzzzz to.

Riding the bike home was fun to. Broke the rear tire loose a few times and had trouble keeping the front wheel on the ground.
Please tell me you're kidding.
:facepalm:
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Post by: fourstring on March 21, 2015, 07:24:39 AM: Dude. Seriously call us next time.
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Post by: kneescrubber on March 21, 2015, 08:05:05 AM: Quote from: fourstring on March 21, 2015, 07:24:39 AM
Dude. Seriously call us next time.

+1 Hell, I'll come get you.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 21, 2015, 08:34:09 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on March 21, 2015, 02:55:52 AM

Next time that happens, give us a ring. We'll get you and the moto home.

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Quote from: fourstring on March 21, 2015, 07:24:39 AM
Dude. Seriously call us next time.

+1 Hell, I'll come get you.

I wasn't that bad.

Do you believe everything you read on the internet.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on March 21, 2015, 04:44:18 PM: Got yard work done early, so making a lazy brew.

English mild ale- low abv, low hops (just a single addition at the start of the boil). Almost no work involved and should make a beer suited for jogging.
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Post by: CLAY on March 21, 2015, 09:16:24 PM: This afternoon after the boy and I built another fire:
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Post by: kneescrubber on March 21, 2015, 09:19:42 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 21, 2015, 09:16:24 PM
This afternoon after the boy and I built another fire

Fire good. :thumbsup:
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Post by: viffergyrl on March 21, 2015, 09:32:33 PM: So I made another shrub a couple of weeks ago. I had bought a bunch of heirloom navel oranges - oranges the way they're supposed to taste. Sliced them up and layered them with sugar in a quart jar. Added a stick of cinnamon and a few cloves. Poured apple cider vinegar to the top, capped it loosely, and put it in the refrigerator for a week. Stained it a week ago and squeezed those oranges. Capped and returned to the refrigerator.

Tried it with some tonic and a sprig of rosemary last night. Oh my. It be good. Going to mix it with a little bourbon tonight.

Tomorrow I'll try it with some sparkling water.

The vinegar mellows over time and the shrub makes a pretty good mixer. Plus it makes water taste more interesting.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 21, 2015, 09:40:28 PM: So-De-Pop

No beer for me after yesterday.
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Post by: stromgal on March 22, 2015, 08:07:39 PM: Sazerac. World's most pleasantly fragrant cocktail.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 22, 2015, 11:11:49 PM: https://www.yahoo.com/food/the-16-best-breweries-in-the-midwest-113960887371.html (https://www.yahoo.com/food/the-16-best-breweries-in-the-midwest-113960887371.html)
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Post by: fourstring on March 28, 2015, 01:59:52 PM: Because why not. A little heavier than I usually go for but not bad.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 28, 2015, 02:22:05 PM: I just liked the bottle when I picked it out. That's the trouble when you send a wine fan out for beer. [emoji1]

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Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: stevent on March 28, 2015, 08:46:15 PM: a couple of bottles of Alaskan Amber, some leftover pizza and the Sounders playing on the tube...
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Post by: Flyer on March 28, 2015, 08:59:30 PM: http://youtu.be/tM7eaX5U8dw (http://youtu.be/tM7eaX5U8dw)
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Post by: R Doug on March 28, 2015, 09:04:23 PM: It's my birthday, so I'll give you one guess on what the bar is serving tonight. :)

I had some friends over and we did an Elite Eight blind taste test of the following:

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Post by: fourstring on March 29, 2015, 01:04:12 PM: Brew day before hanging out with friends. Making a chocolate maple porter, subbing out the usual caramel malts for oatmeal.

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Post by: kneescrubber on March 29, 2015, 02:08:14 PM: Quote from: fourstring on March 29, 2015, 01:04:12 PM
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Throw some shrimp/crawfish/crab/oysters and okra in that and you'd have a good looking gumbo.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 29, 2015, 02:22:42 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on March 29, 2015, 02:08:14 PM
Quote from: fourstring on March 29, 2015, 01:04:12 PM
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Throw some shrimp/crawfish/crab/oysters and okra in that and you'd have a good looking gumbo.

Chocolate gumbo? Don't know what to say.
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Post by: kneescrubber on March 29, 2015, 02:46:35 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on March 29, 2015, 02:22:42 PM
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Throw some shrimp/crawfish/crab/oysters and okra in that and you'd have a good looking gumbo.

Chocolate gumbo? Don't know what to say.

Good looking gumbo Ed. Might want to practice your reading comprehension. :twofinger:
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on March 30, 2015, 06:33:19 PM: New one out of bottling- British mild. Don't let the dark color fool you- this is probably the lightest beer I've ever had. Few hops, low ABV, and light body. Very drinkable.

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Post by: CLAY on April 02, 2015, 03:36:16 PM: Spring Break has begun. A couple of these after arriving home. Now to get a haircut before THE CRUISE!:
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Post by: fourstring on April 02, 2015, 03:41:35 PM: Digging on the British mild. Will make this again.
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Just bottled the Pilsner two days ago, the hard cider yesterday, and the strawberry pale ale got bottled today. I'm totally tapped out on fridge space and bottles.
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Post by: CLAY on April 02, 2015, 03:47:05 PM: How big of a batch are you doing at a time? You have fully embraced the brewing! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: fourstring on April 02, 2015, 04:04:25 PM: Two gallons max, it's one of the reasons I can do so many kinds in a short amount of time.

No special equipment except the fermenters- I'm using Mr. Beer lauter tuns and regular cooking pots.
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Post by: viffergyrl on April 02, 2015, 04:08:16 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 02, 2015, 03:36:16 PM
Spring Break has begun. A couple of these after arriving home. Now to get a haircut before THE CRUISE!:
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We want a full report when you get back. [emoji106]
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Post by: Head on April 02, 2015, 04:10:01 PM: Did someone say brewing! ;D

The bar tonight is serving up a Pale, IPA, Saison, Rye Amber, Porter, Chili Chocolate Stout, and my signature Stout.

I have a line on some KBS, that I'll be having at home, and some Hopslam.

Tomorrow my friends' bar opens and its Backwoods Bastard on tap! :wings: Along with other crazy stuff he manages to get a hold on.
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Post by: CLAY on April 02, 2015, 05:28:05 PM: I need to get up to see you again...
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Post by: R Doug on April 02, 2015, 06:38:13 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 02, 2015, 03:36:16 PM
Spring Break has begun. A couple of these after arriving home. Now to get a haircut before THE CRUISE!:

Enjoy your cruise. Save some money for Iceland! :)
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Post by: stromgal on April 02, 2015, 08:30:06 PM: Quote from: R Doug on March 28, 2015, 09:04:23 PM
It's my birthday, so I'll give you one guess on what the bar is serving tonight. :)

I had some friends over and we did an Elite Eight blind taste test of the following:

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Can I be your friend? :inlove:
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Post by: CLAY on April 02, 2015, 09:58:23 PM: Quote from: R Doug on April 02, 2015, 06:38:13 PM
Quote from: CLAY on April 02, 2015, 03:36:16 PM
Spring Break has begun. A couple of these after arriving home. Now to get a haircut before THE CRUISE!:

Enjoy your cruise. Save some money for Iceland! :)

:bigok:
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Post by: CLAY on April 03, 2015, 01:37:34 PM: A day of setting up the van, loading it, and doing a little spring cleaning on the barn before we leave bright and early tomorrow.
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Post by: Skee on April 04, 2015, 02:44:58 PM: That cigar looks good. So does the beer.

Made me a Pisco Sour. Seemed fitting for Easter. Now if I could only figure out what to do with the left-over egg yolk.

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Post by: R Doug on April 04, 2015, 02:54:20 PM: Classy.
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Post by: viffergyrl on April 04, 2015, 03:58:15 PM: Grilled rack of lamb and accompaniments served with these:
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Post by: CLAY on April 05, 2015, 09:35:55 AM: Quote from: Skee on April 04, 2015, 02:44:58 PM
That cigar looks good. So does the beer.

Made me a Pisco Sour. Seemed fitting for Easter. Now if I could only figure out what to do with the left-over egg yolk.

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They were tasty. Recipe? If it has liquid chicken in it, I'll need to try it...
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Post by: Skee on April 05, 2015, 02:38:47 PM: Pisco Sour recipe

2 oz Pisco
1 oz lime juice (zest optional)
1 oz simple syrup (or less to taste)
1 egg white
half-dozen ice cubes
shake well & then some
pour into a large tumbler
2-5 drops Angostura bitters

(Failure to handle liquid chicken properly can be hazardous to your health; I've never had a bad experience. Yet!)
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Post by: CLAY on April 05, 2015, 03:30:34 PM: Just purchased the all you can drink package on the ship. 7 per day puts me ahead. Now I have a goal.
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Post by: viffergyrl on April 05, 2015, 03:48:08 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 05, 2015, 03:30:34 PM
Just purchased the all you can drink package on the ship. 7 per day puts me ahead. Now I have a goal.
A Pisco Sour is so 'cruise ship' but I think you are better off with your Dad's chickens' eggs.....

Have fun!
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Post by: jadziadax8 on April 05, 2015, 05:22:59 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 05, 2015, 03:30:34 PM
Just purchased the all you can drink package on the ship. 7 per day puts me ahead. Now I have a goal.

Easy-peasy! Anticipating drunk post awesomeness in 3-2-1...

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
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Post by: Cookie on April 05, 2015, 05:28:43 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on April 05, 2015, 05:22:59 PM

Quote from: CLAY on April 05, 2015, 03:30:34 PM
Just purchased the all you can drink package on the ship. 7 per day puts me ahead. Now I have a goal.

Easy-peasy! Anticipating drunk post awesomeness in 3-2-1...

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.

:popcorn:
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Post by: viffergyrl on April 05, 2015, 05:50:29 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on April 05, 2015, 05:22:59 PM

Quote from: CLAY on April 05, 2015, 03:30:34 PM
Just purchased the all you can drink package on the ship. 7 per day puts me ahead. Now I have a goal.

Easy-peasy! Anticipating drunk post awesomeness in 3-2-1...

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
+1
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Post by: coho on April 05, 2015, 05:54:22 PM: I didn't even know (land)Lubbers were allowed at sea.
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Post by: R Doug on April 05, 2015, 05:59:00 PM: :popcorn:
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Post by: R Doug on April 05, 2015, 06:03:25 PM: ** oops... duplicate post **
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Post by: CLAY on April 05, 2015, 06:26:07 PM: Break even MGD in hand. I switched to beer for #7- they are on a limited bar menu while in Texas waters. The drinks are small and weak, and I am not. :bigok:

Next up, "Texas Tea".
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Post by: viffergyrl on April 05, 2015, 06:52:11 PM: They are going to lose money on you. [emoji38]
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Post by: Cookie on April 05, 2015, 06:53:40 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on April 05, 2015, 06:52:11 PM
They are going to lose money on you. [emoji38]

That was my thought.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on April 05, 2015, 07:14:51 PM: Quote from: coho on April 05, 2015, 05:54:22 PM
I didn't even know (land)Lubbers were allowed at sea.

Padumpumching!

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Post by: mxvet57 on April 06, 2015, 08:44:37 AM: Clay, are you awake yet? How's the head? :snork:

I only had 2 beers last night watching "The Royals" on the telly.
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Post by: R Doug on April 10, 2015, 06:53:00 PM: Based on the results of the blind taste test a few weeks back, I liked the following second to Pappy 15. So, I had to purchase it (it's only $29.95)

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Then, I saw one of these left on the shelf and have read a lot about it. I hope it's not a gimmick and is worth the cost of admission.

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I'll be sampling both tonight. ;) 8)
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Post by: fourstring on April 11, 2015, 01:14:34 PM: Strawberry pale ale out of bottling. Needs more carbonation, but not bad as a summer beer.

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Post by: fourstring on April 11, 2015, 05:44:03 PM: After two months, my experiment with lagering is done and the Pilsner is ready. It's excellent, which is good, because I'm never, ever, doing this again.

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Post by: CLAY on April 12, 2015, 09:57:34 AM: Quote from: viffergyrl on April 05, 2015, 06:52:11 PM
They are going to lose money on you. [emoji38]
Oh, they did. :bigok: I never had enough to have a hangover (I'm Responsible! :bigsmile:), but always slept well. Usually a whisky or scotch before bed.

We are back driving through Texas right now. Once we left US waters they opened up the full bar, and things changed. Good drinks, good whiskies, (of which I had nearly every one), sushi every day with wine. Even on shore excursion days I managed to stay well ahead. My liver needs a break now, and I need to lose some weight. Wow did I feed.
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Post by: mxvet57 on April 12, 2015, 06:06:02 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 12, 2015, 09:57:34 AM

My liver needs a break now, and I need to lose some weight. Wow did I feed.

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Post by: Flyer on April 13, 2015, 07:35:43 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 12, 2015, 09:57:34 AM
Wow did I feed.
NP.
Each lap of the buffet runway is 38 calories.
:smiley_thumb:

2009 Kasaba Pinot Noir.
:drool:
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Post by: CLAY on April 13, 2015, 09:33:29 PM: Whiskey menu:
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I had all of them but the Jacks, Jims, and Johnnies. I have those fairly regularly.

I had notes on my phone (that was stolen), but my favorites (I think) were the Talisker and the Cragganmore. Smoky/peaty- and the Cragganmore was smooth. By the end of the week those were my go-to afternoon snack and nightcap.

The wine menu at "Vines", the wine/tapa bar:
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My favorite was the Ancient Peaks Merlot. I tied all the reds. I'm not a big fan of the whites, although I had a couple.

I went there twice a day usually with my daughter and had this as a tapa:
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By the third day I realized I could just order the yellow tail and the tuna sushi and get two on each plate. It was tasty.

Each day I started with a Bloody Mary along with my coffee with breakfast- virgin, if we had an excursion- the had a regular and "The Ultimate"- that one was my favorite. The bartender added a bit of horseradish and some hot sauce to it along with Grey Goose. The Bloody Mary continues to be my favorite mixed drink of all time- especially the way they made them.

Also had the regulars throughout the day- mostly Pina Coladas, with an occasional Margarita or Daiquiri. I also usually had a mint julep each day. Refreshing. Of course I also tried new things and simply and some old favorites, like the whiskey sour.

Oh- they also had a "SeaWitch" IPA created by "Strike Brewing Co in San Jose for Princess's 50th anniversary. It was actually really tasty.

My liver probably needs a break.
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Post by: doc4216 on April 13, 2015, 11:39:39 PM: Pickletini night
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Post by: Flyer on April 15, 2015, 06:20:30 PM: Nothin'.
My liver is quivering in anticipation though...
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Post by: R Doug on April 15, 2015, 06:39:52 PM: Quote from: CLAY on April 13, 2015, 09:33:29 PM

I had notes on my phone (that was stolen), but my favorites (I think) were the Talisker and the Cragganmore. Smoky/peaty- and the Cragganmore was smooth. By the end of the week those were my go-to afternoon snack and nightcap.

If you like those, you should like Ardbeg and Laphroaig
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Post by: CLAY on April 15, 2015, 07:29:18 PM: I have had a bottle of Ardbeg- loved it! I might have to try the Laphroaig then...
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Post by: fourstring on April 18, 2015, 06:33:26 PM: Finally getting around to celebrating the new kiddo, limping in with the first really nice weekend this year.

Been sitting on a couple bottles of this for years:

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Post by: fourstring on April 19, 2015, 01:33:06 PM: Brew day. Grated ginger, grapefruit, honey, and some centennial hops going into a pale ale base. Should be a good beer for mowing the lawn.

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Post by: mxvet57 on April 19, 2015, 05:07:53 PM: Quote from: fourstring on April 19, 2015, 01:33:06 PM
Should be a good beer for mowing the lawn.

Where were you yesterday.
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Post by: R Doug on April 26, 2015, 03:53:55 PM: Preparing my palate for our upcoming trip to Germany. This is a local Hefeweizen.

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After that, I poured a pre-dinner drink

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I've recently discovered that I have more and more empty or near empty bottles in my inventory. Apparently, as follows is what I really enjoyed over the past year.

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Those were all fifths. I also downed a Willett half gallon and refilled it with tea to keep in the living room as a decoration. It's such a beautiful decanter.

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Post by: R Doug on April 27, 2015, 06:22:05 PM: A co-worker called me today as he was passing though South Carolina headed back to the office. He told me the store he stopped at had two Bourbons on my "wanna have list" and asked me if I wanted him to get them for me.

It looks like a blind taste test is in order tonight.

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Old Weller Antique is from BT's wheated mash bill and Elmer T Less is from its #2 mash bill, which is the same Blanton's is made. These two should have completely different tastes. TBD...

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Post by: CLAY on April 29, 2015, 05:37:24 PM: So what does it mean when the ice cube SINKS in your homemade whiskey?
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Post by: R Doug on April 29, 2015, 06:34:36 PM: You're the damn science teacher. You tell us! :lol:

(or is this a test for us?)

I'm assuming the whiskey is high in proof therefore the ice is more dense than the alcohol. :)
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Post by: kneescrubber on April 29, 2015, 07:54:21 PM: check your plumbing for lead pipes
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Post by: jadziadax8 on April 29, 2015, 08:18:31 PM: That reminds me, I keep forgetting to take your hooch to get tested by the chemists.

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Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on April 29, 2015, 08:21:08 PM: Quote from: R Doug on April 29, 2015, 06:34:36 PM
You're the damn science teacher. You tell us! :lol:

(or is this a test for us?)

I'm assuming the whiskey is high in proof therefore the ice is more dense than the alcohol. :)

Ding ding ding!

Maggie- I should send you a bit of this stuff from the barrel. It's WAY strong I think. I've never had ice sink.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on April 29, 2015, 08:28:19 PM: Pure ethanol is 789 kg/m^3 and ice is ~918 kg/m^3. Back of the envelope calculation says you need 70% ABV to 30% water to equal ice's density. I smell a final exam question for my physical science students.

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Post by: mr.awesome on May 02, 2015, 10:23:45 PM: Atwater brewing co - Mai Bock. Spring is here! :beerchug:
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Post by: mxvet57 on May 02, 2015, 11:07:53 PM: At Fourstrings today for Miles fifth birthday. Had numerous brews and brought home a care package to.
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Post by: fourstring on May 03, 2015, 07:59:41 PM: Party depleted the stores in a big way. Brewed some more English mild today to make up the shortfall.

Lotsa drinking going on for, ya know, a five year olds birthday. On the plus side, drunken bouncy house.
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Saturday's beer list:
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Post by: Wesley on May 04, 2015, 09:47:44 AM: Drunken bouncy house = kid #3 in 9 months, right? :thumbsup:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on May 04, 2015, 12:56:17 PM: Definitely not. The surgeon assured me of this. :augie:

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Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: Head on May 04, 2015, 02:13:54 PM: Scored a case of FOunders KBS a week ago. Have proceeded to drink at least a third of it so far. Last night was Centennial IPAs while watching Stand up Comedy.
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Post by: R Doug on May 04, 2015, 07:03:49 PM: I love the color / pattern coded beer listing! :beer chug:

While I was at the Reg. 6 Spring Meet, I got a text from a buddy attending the Derby to let me know he picked me up a bottle of this.

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The significance? Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is from beverage giant Diageo (that isn't what makes this special). What does is the fact this new Bourbon brand is from the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery. This is the site of where the legendary Julian (Pappy) Van Winkle made his mark in the Bourbon history books.

The Blade and Bow project started three years ago with intentions of honoring the heritage of the Stitzel-Weller Distillery site. The name, Blade and Bow, comes from the anatomy of a key (the blade is the long section and the bow is the end or ornamental part) and the Five Key symbol that has always had a strong presence at Stitzel-Weller. The Five Key symbol stands for the five steps of making Bourbon (grains, yeast, fermentaion, distillation and aging) and was later used as a symbol of southern hospitality.

I've purchased some newer and gimmicky bourbons lately. Some of them were not worth the money spent (i.e. Jefferson's Ocean Bourbon). But this one is fantastic and well worth its $50 all-in price.

Cheers!
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Post by: kneescrubber on May 04, 2015, 07:15:57 PM: Quote from: R Doug on May 04, 2015, 07:03:49 PM
...Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is from beverage giant Diageo (that isn't what makes this special). What does is the fact this new Bourbon brand is from the historic Stitzel-Weller Distillery. This is the site of where the legendary Julian (Pappy) Van Winkle made his mark in the Bourbon history books.

The Blade and Bow project started three years ago with intentions of honoring the heritage of the Stitzel-Weller Distillery site. The name, Blade and Bow, comes from the anatomy of a key (the blade is the long section and the bow is the end or ornamental part) and the Five Key symbol that has always had a strong presence at Stitzel-Weller. The Five Key symbol stands for the five steps of making Bourbon (grains, yeast, fermentaion, distillation and aging) and was later used as a symbol of southern hospitality...

You're beginning to sound like Not Carl. :beerchug:
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Post by: R Doug on May 04, 2015, 07:31:24 PM: I'm a bit of a geek. I'll admit.

Given the history of Stitzel-Weller Distillery, this one had me giddy with anticipation.
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Post by: Stormcrow on May 09, 2015, 09:46:34 PM: Found something on the doorstep yesterday, and I'm going to give it a try tonight....

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It's Falconati's winning submission to Mob Craft. In the glass it almost has a tequila sunrise look. It's nice - not too much coriander, just a hint of blood orange, a very pleasant tartness to the finish. 5.4% abv. It's going down quite nicely after putting a 300 mile loop on the bike today.
Well done, sir! :beerchug:
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Post by: R Doug on May 10, 2015, 05:32:25 AM: Well done!
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Post by: miles on May 11, 2015, 10:07:57 PM: Quote from: Stormcrow on May 09, 2015, 09:46:34 PM
Found something on the doorstep yesterday, and I'm going to give it a try tonight....

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It's Falconati's winning submission to Mob Craft. In the glass it almost has a tequila sunrise look. It's nice - not too much coriander, just a hint of blood orange, a very pleasant tartness to the finish. 5.4% abv. It's going down quite nicely after putting a 300 mile loop on the bike today.
Well done, sir! :beerchug:

Mine arrived this afternoon. After a few hours in the fridge, it's ready to drink.
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Post by: fourstring on May 16, 2015, 01:14:28 PM: Ginger grapefruit pale ale is ready and perfect after yard work. Needs a little more time to carb but ahhhh yeah.

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Post by: mxvet57 on May 17, 2015, 03:13:35 PM: New Glarus Spotted Cows all weekend at the MSTA Twistar rally in Wisconsin. Sorry no picks because there all gone.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on May 17, 2015, 05:08:30 PM: When I ordered the G&T, I have to admit I wasn't expecting this.

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Post by: Blunder on May 17, 2015, 07:47:04 PM: From the 21st Amendment brewery in SF. Not a bad black IPA.

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Post by: mr.awesome on May 19, 2015, 09:06:15 PM: Very pleasant surprise tonight. Picked up a 20oz bottle from the clearance section at the local Meijer store because of the label and type of beer. Brash Brewing co "The Bollocks" imperial IPA. Very yummy!!! 12% abv and could not taste the alcohol. Going to have to find more. MMMmmmm. :drool: :beerchug:
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Post by: CLAY on May 19, 2015, 10:32:27 PM: Post softball victory at our sponsor/ Lots of this:
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...amd I'm going to bed.
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Post by: fourstring on May 22, 2015, 06:20:17 PM: Brew day.

Sometimes it's about balance, grace and subtlety. Nah. This time it's about how much booze I can fit in a glass.

Making a huge Belgian triple with coriander, sea salt, juniper, orange, and wheat. Back of the envelope calculations are pushing this around 12 percent.

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Post by: Slides on May 23, 2015, 08:12:47 PM: Two thirds into todays 52 mike (bicycle) ride we stopped for lunch, including this Deschutes Brewery Fresh Squeezed IPA. A perfectly refreshing IPA for a sunny day.

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At this point though it's on to my Collingwood Whiskey!
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Post by: fourstring on May 24, 2015, 09:35:07 PM: Maggie has friends over tonight. Found Chimay Grande Reserve on clearance. Yay.

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Post by: R Doug on May 25, 2015, 12:56:46 PM: We're in Munich. What do you think it's serving!? ;D

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Post by: kneescrubber on May 25, 2015, 01:10:31 PM: Get a bottle of apfelkorn and stick it in the freezer over night.
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Post by: R Doug on May 25, 2015, 01:32:46 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on May 25, 2015, 01:10:31 PM
Get a bottle of apfelkorn and stick it in the freezer over night.

Thanks for the tip. We'll look for some to take with us to Switzerland tomorrow. Maybe Colleen and Dan will have some. ;)
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Post by: CLAY on May 25, 2015, 02:44:27 PM: Been raining on and off. I stopped some yard work to enjoy these (also threw in a couple Saugatuck Brewing Co brerws- Serrano pepper and IPA), then started the '75.

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Post by: mxvet57 on May 26, 2015, 10:29:40 PM: Brickside brewery Copper Harbor Michigan

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I had the Walter's Weissen. Which is a germen wheat beer which I think is his best.
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Jason, AKA Head.
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Post by: Head on May 27, 2015, 10:20:32 AM: Quote from: fourstring on May 22, 2015, 06:20:17 PM
Brew day.

Sometimes it's about balance, grace and subtlety. Nah. This time it's about how much booze I can fit in a glass.

Making a huge Belgian triple with coriander, sea salt, juniper, orange, and wheat. Back of the envelope calculations are pushing this around 12 percent.

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I'm brewing something similar today, minus the sea salt and juniper. I push mine to 7% with a light grain bill and a bunch of honey. Let me know how your's shakes out!
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Post by: Max Wedge on May 27, 2015, 10:48:08 AM: Quote from: Head on May 27, 2015, 10:20:32 AM
Quote from: fourstring on May 22, 2015, 06:20:17 PM
Brew day.

Sometimes it's about balance, grace and subtlety. Nah. This time it's about how much booze I can fit in a glass.

Making a huge Belgian triple with coriander, sea salt, juniper, orange, and wheat. Back of the envelope calculations are pushing this around 12 percent.

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I'm brewing something similar today, minus the sea salt and juniper. I push mine to 7% with a light grain bill and a bunch of honey. Let me know how your's shakes out!

The stuff on the green lids look like hamster food.
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Post by: Head on May 27, 2015, 11:47:31 AM: Pelletized hops, better alpha utilization, and better storage characteristics.
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Post by: R Doug on May 28, 2015, 01:54:54 PM: A Swiss single malt.

It was unique and quite tasty!

http://www.etter-distillerie.ch/docs/Produktebeschreibungen_EN/JOHNETT_Produktebeschreibung_2008_E.pdf (http://www.etter-distillerie.ch/docs/Produktebeschreibungen_EN/JOHNETT_Produktebeschreibung_2008_E.pdf)

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Post by: viffergyrl on May 28, 2015, 02:19:09 PM: Did you drink all that?! :eek:

No drunk posting?
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Post by: R Doug on May 28, 2015, 02:39:33 PM: :lol:

No, I didn't consume the entire fifth. They poured me a drink, I told them, "sehr gut," and they gave me the bottle to finish off. I got my 24,00 CHF worth, that's for sure!!!
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Post by: fourstring on May 28, 2015, 07:30:11 PM: Quote from: Head on May 27, 2015, 10:20:32 AM

I'm brewing something similar today, minus the sea salt and juniper. I push mine to 7% with a light grain bill and a bunch of honey. Let me know how your's shakes out!

I'm willing to bet yours turns out much better. Moved it to secondary just now. It's good, strong, and oddly compelling with the juniper, but it either needs something added or removed and I can't tell what.
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Post by: kneescrubber on May 28, 2015, 08:27:05 PM: Quote from: fourstring on May 28, 2015, 07:30:11 PM

Quote from: Head on May 27, 2015, 10:20:32 AM

I'm brewing something similar today, minus the sea salt and juniper. I push mine to 7% with a light grain bill and a bunch of honey. Let me know how your's shakes out!

I'm willing to bet yours turns out much better. Moved it to secondary just now. It's good, strong, and oddly compelling with the juniper, but it either needs something added or removed and I can't tell what.

You clearly need an unbiased taste tester. I'm willing to sacrifice provided you have a heated spare bedroom and I can turn the kids back over to you when I'm tired of spoiling them. ;)
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Post by: Head on May 28, 2015, 09:17:16 PM: Quote from: fourstring on May 28, 2015, 07:30:11 PM

I'm willing to bet yours turns out much better. Moved it to secondary just now. It's good, strong, and oddly compelling with the juniper, but it either needs something added or removed and I can't tell what.

Good yeast is key. I use Wyeast 3944, makes great belgians. Keep at it, try weird shit, but always keep good records. You never know what makes a great beer!
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Post by: Head on May 28, 2015, 09:20:48 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on May 28, 2015, 08:27:05 PM
Quote from: fourstring on May 28, 2015, 07:30:11 PM

Quote from: Head on May 27, 2015, 10:20:32 AM

I'm brewing something similar today, minus the sea salt and juniper. I push mine to 7% with a light grain bill and a bunch of honey. Let me know how your's shakes out!

I'm willing to bet yours turns out much better. Moved it to secondary just now. It's good, strong, and oddly compelling with the juniper, but it either needs something added or removed and I can't tell what.

You clearly need an unbiased taste tester. I'm willing to sacrifice provided you have a heated spare bedroom and I can turn the kids back over to you when I'm tired of spoiling them. ;)

I got a cot! And like 300 miles of great roads, and beer. God I need someone to BS with...
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Post by: mxvet57 on May 28, 2015, 09:22:45 PM: Speaking of Fourstring I just had one of his pilsners with dinner.
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Post by: fourstring on May 28, 2015, 10:01:26 PM: Quote from: Head on May 28, 2015, 09:17:16 PM

Good yeast is key. I use Wyeast 3944, makes great belgians. Keep at it, try weird shit, but always keep good records. You never know what makes a great beer!

I don't have any control group for this one (I usually don't do Belgians or wheat beers), but I think the yeast is where this fell down. I usually pitch dry yeast and wanted to give Safbrew's new Abbeye packets a try. Lot more off flavors than I'm used to getting from my go-to of Nottingham. I've got the carboys sitting in a 60 degree cellar for a couple of weeks to see if it'll clear itself up.

I'm definitely guilty for keeping crappy records. I made a honey rye with my Dad a few months ago, pulling a grain bill out of thin air. It was wonderful, and neither of us can remember what we put in it. Same for a Summit IPA I just finished carbing. :facepalm: I finally splurged on Beersmith's app and I'll give it a spin for the next few brew days.
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Post by: R Doug on May 30, 2015, 01:37:11 PM: The bar is serving another fine Swiss Whisky tonight. This one drinks more like a Scotch than the last one I had in Bern. It's distilled and aged just down the mountain from my current location in Interlaken. It's aged in Sherry Casks but not in a rickhouse. Rather, the barrels are stored in a stone cellar.

Their pours are quite generous here! 8)

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Post by: fourstring on May 30, 2015, 09:30:22 PM: Coffee tonight- working a sound gig at a wedding and haven't stayed up this late in a minute.
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Post by: mxvet57 on May 30, 2015, 10:19:32 PM: One of Fourstrings British mild while watching the Blackhawks kick the Ducks back into the water.

Bring on Tampa.
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Post by: coho on May 31, 2015, 12:00:28 AM: Hop Valley Alphadelic IPA tonight. Mmm...so many IBUs. 8)
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Post by: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 09:38:19 AM: Brew day!

Rice is often used as cheap filler in beer. Nobody ever said it had to be white rice.

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A pound of this should turn a pale ale purple. Some ginger and sorachi ace hops should make a nice summer beer.
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Post by: mxvet57 on May 31, 2015, 10:20:37 AM: Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 09:38:19 AM
A pound of this should turn a pale ale purple. Some ginger and sorachi ace hops should make a nice summer beer.

If it ever warms up this year. :lol:
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Post by: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 12:51:43 PM: Right?

A few weeks ago, a coworker came over to see how beer is made, with the only direction of "I like hops".

I'm not usually a fan of IPAs, but this turned out pretty balanced.

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Post by: kneescrubber on May 31, 2015, 03:15:34 PM: Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 09:38:19 AM
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A pound of this should turn a pale ale purple. Some ginger and sorachi ace hops should make a nice summer beer.

I grew up in SE Texas. Rice in beer = Budweiser.

Add some okra, celery, carrot, onion and shrimp/crawdaddies/crab and you could have a decent mirepoix
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Post by: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 03:20:01 PM: I grew up in St. Louis. Rice also equals Budweiser. Can't help but experiment with ingredients though.
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Post by: kneescrubber on May 31, 2015, 03:24:38 PM: Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 03:20:01 PM
I grew up in St. Louis. Rice also equals Budweiser. Can't help but experiment with ingredients though.

Ever consider sorghum?
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Post by: Cookie on May 31, 2015, 06:50:18 PM: I grew up in Ct. and moved to Cape Cod and then to Central Ma. Budweiser = PISS!!!!
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Post by: jadziadax8 on May 31, 2015, 07:32:31 PM: Quote from: Cookie on May 31, 2015, 06:50:18 PM
Budweiser = PISS!!!!

Well, yes. But somehow I don't think that fourstring's purple beer is gonna taste anything like Budweiser. Besides , if your piss is purple, you've got problems.

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Post by: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 08:03:58 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on May 31, 2015, 03:24:38 PM
Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 03:20:01 PM
I grew up in St. Louis. Rice also equals Budweiser. Can't help but experiment with ingredients though.

Ever consider sorghum?

Not opposed to it. Might be the next grain I try. Quinoa and millet beer?
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Post by: kneescrubber on May 31, 2015, 08:41:11 PM: Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 08:03:58 PM

Quote from: kneescrubber on May 31, 2015, 03:24:38 PM
Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 03:20:01 PM
I grew up in St. Louis. Rice also equals Budweiser. Can't help but experiment with ingredients though.

Ever consider sorghum?

Not opposed to it. Might be the next grain I try. Quinoa and millet beer?

You do realize that there is a market out there for gluten free beer.
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Post by: mxvet57 on May 31, 2015, 09:33:30 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on May 31, 2015, 08:41:11 PM
Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 08:03:58 PM

Quote from: kneescrubber on May 31, 2015, 03:24:38 PM
Quote from: fourstring on May 31, 2015, 03:20:01 PM
I grew up in St. Louis. Rice also equals Budweiser. Can't help but experiment with ingredients though.

Ever consider sorghum?

Not opposed to it. Might be the next grain I try. Quinoa and millet beer?

You do realize that there is a market out there for gluten free beer.

Well that will kill the taste.
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Post by: Flyer on June 01, 2015, 04:39:24 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on May 31, 2015, 09:33:30 PM
Well that will kill the taste.
Marketing can make it taste like Budwizzer.
:shrug:
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Post by: Head on June 01, 2015, 09:11:04 AM: The secret is not to make a malt forward style when going the gluten free route. Try a session type Pale or IPA, low abv and just enough hops to make it the dominant note.
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Post by: fourstring on June 06, 2015, 08:53:33 AM: Came home from work to a party already underway; a couple of them are still in the basement this morning.

Cider's all gone and I think I've got some empty bottles to fill.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on June 11, 2015, 07:46:22 PM: To celebrate 10 years of wedded bliss, I present:
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It's an '05.

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Post by: viffergyrl on June 11, 2015, 08:26:09 PM: Oh that's very good; I've been to that winery.
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 11, 2015, 09:40:19 PM: Saving it for this day?
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Post by: jadziadax8 on June 11, 2015, 10:24:45 PM: Yes, but not since '05. Bought it last year in anticipation of today.

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Post by: R Doug on June 12, 2015, 06:13:23 AM: Congrats on 10 years! I hope the wine was very good.
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Post by: Wesley on June 12, 2015, 07:34:43 AM: Yes, congrats on 10 years! Definitely something to celebrate! :wings:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on June 12, 2015, 07:54:09 AM: Thanks guys! The wine was excellent, but the company was even better. :inlove:

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Post by: CLAY on June 12, 2015, 09:04:31 AM: A little homemade spirit sampling with the neighbor last night. A little. :bigsmile:
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Post by: fourstring on June 12, 2015, 12:48:41 PM: Well, not every beer I've made is my favorite, but I finally made one I don't care for.

The juniper tripel is orangy, wheaty, and definitely strong enough. The sea salt adds a nice finish. However, it's got a sour nose I just don't like as you approach the glass, which ruins the rest of the experience.

I experimented with a new yeast on this one and I doubt I'll use it again.

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On the other hand, the black rice pale ale got bottled today and it's going to be great. Super odd color for a beer.

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Post by: Head on June 12, 2015, 10:26:48 PM: Give it some time. Is it a high acidity that's making it sour? Or a possible infection? ( specific flavor really, it can point to what happened) Or is it a tartness, you'd be surprised how many people confuse those two. Let it rest for a bit and see if it mellows. I did a thimbleberry beer that took over a year for it to calm down enough to be drinkable. Same with old styles of beer before hops became popular, such as Mumm.

Ps I been drinking Founders Dark Penance, a dark IPA clocking in at 8.9% and 100IBUs. Its a bit strong
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Post by: fourstring on June 14, 2015, 05:50:24 PM: Flavor is fine, really. It's just an overly-yeasty, sour nose to the glass. You may have a point about giving it some time. :thumbsup:

Black rice pale ale is done, and it's good. May delete the ginger for the next batch.

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Post by: Skee on June 20, 2015, 09:43:47 AM: Manhattans at a friends before going to hear Dave Roper at Miller Symphony Hall

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Post by: mxvet57 on June 20, 2015, 09:54:42 AM: http://finance.yahoo.com/news/horrible-tasting-mexican-beer-popular-105700662.html (http://finance.yahoo.com/news/horrible-tasting-mexican-beer-popular-105700662.html)
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Post by: Skee on June 20, 2015, 01:02:53 PM: Never drank the stuff myself. Always wondered why they jammed a lime wedge into the neck of the bottle. Now it makes perfect sense.
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Post by: kneescrubber on June 20, 2015, 03:33:09 PM: I have yet to drink a Mexican beer that's worth my time.

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faded aromas of sulfur, faint skunk, mild cooked veggies

Then again, I no longer drink beer that can be distributed beyond a 400-500 mile radius. Most of the beer I drink regularly are from Texas, New Mexico & Colorado.

However, all bets are off when I'm on the road. I love trying local brews.
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From Wednesday night. My own whiskey around the fire with a Rocky Patel.
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Post by: fourstring on June 21, 2015, 01:09:41 PM: Double brew day, happy Father's Day to me.

Making a blond ale for lawnmower purposes.
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Also went to the farmers market- the currants and tart cherries were looking good, so they're going into a cherry-currant smoked ale that will age for a few months.

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This'll be good.

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Post by: R Doug on June 21, 2015, 05:06:17 PM: twas perfect for cooking out in the hot start of summer today.

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Post by: Head on June 22, 2015, 08:05:56 AM: Quote from: kneescrubber on June 20, 2015, 03:33:09 PM
I have yet to drink a Mexican beer that's worth my time.

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faded aromas of sulfur, faint skunk, mild cooked veggies

Then again, I no longer drink beer that can be distributed beyond a 400-500 mile radius. Most of the beer I drink regularly are from Texas, New Mexico & Colorado.

However, all bets are off when I'm on the road. I love trying local brews.

I give you the only exception I've found -

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There is a reason beer is supposed to be in dark bottles. And using a lemon/lime to cover up the result is like throwing steak sauce on a crappy cut of meat that's well done. I could go into it, but the short version is light ( UV mostly) breaks down hop flavor chains into literal skunk juice ( mercaptan ).
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on June 22, 2015, 09:30:12 AM: Quote from: fourstring on June 21, 2015, 01:09:41 PM
Also went to the farmers market- the currants and tart cherries were looking good, so they're going into a cherry-currant smoked ale that will age for a few months.

Oh my stars! :drif:
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Post by: fourstring on June 23, 2015, 06:04:51 AM: Promise to save you a taste for next time I see you- last batch was just cherries but it turned out great.

Drank the last of the spruce ale I made with the Christmas tree. It ages well- I had to fight off interlopers.

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Post by: MrsCablebandit on June 23, 2015, 07:04:31 AM: Quote from: fourstring on June 23, 2015, 06:04:51 AM
Promise to save you a taste for next time I see you- last batch was just cherries but it turned out great.

Sometime between August 1-7?!? :naughty:

Meanwhile, I killed my bottle of Patron XO Cafe Dark. I need to restock.
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 24, 2015, 03:21:10 PM: https://www.yahoo.com/food/by-vinepair-com-back-in-december-we-brought-you-a-122293696861.html (https://www.yahoo.com/food/by-vinepair-com-back-in-december-we-brought-you-a-122293696861.html)
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Post by: CLAY on June 24, 2015, 04:12:34 PM: Some Jack and Coke this afternoon. Very nice.
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Post by: maddjack on June 24, 2015, 05:05:15 PM: Spiced rum and lemonade.
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Post by: Skee on June 24, 2015, 06:18:22 PM: Sounds refreshing
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Post by: fourstring on June 27, 2015, 05:13:56 PM: Saison is up:
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 27, 2015, 06:49:42 PM: Looks a little cloudy. Or is it supposed to look that way.
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Post by: fourstring on June 27, 2015, 06:51:38 PM: Dunno. I just drink em.
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Post by: viffergyrl on June 27, 2015, 07:00:30 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on June 27, 2015, 06:49:42 PM
Looks a little cloudy. Or is it supposed to look that way.

Yes.

Quote from: fourstring on June 27, 2015, 06:51:38 PM
Dunno. I just drink em.

Yes.
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Post by: fourstring on June 30, 2015, 09:40:50 PM: Brew night, since I'm gone this weekend and I had something to bottle. I figure if I'm whipping up a fermenter full of sanitizer, might as well fill it with beer.

Bottled the cascade blonde:
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Brewed a big 'ol ESB:
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Post by: coho on July 02, 2015, 10:13:46 PM: Elysian Superfuzz. It's hot today, these make me care a little less about that.

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Post by: falconati on July 02, 2015, 10:40:20 PM: Today I invented this new race where you get drunk at 10,000 ft (5 Woodford Reserves) and then run a 10k when you land. I currently hold the record. It was especially awesome running tonight with the smell of bonfires, cookouts, and freshly cut grass. Oh, and no fewer than 6 neighbors shooting off a ton of fireworks.
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Post by: coho on July 02, 2015, 10:43:22 PM: Quote from: falconati on July 02, 2015, 10:40:20 PM
Today I invented this new race where you get drunk at 10,000 ft (5 Woodford Reserves) and then run a 10k when you land. I currently hold the record. It was especially awesome running tonight with the smell of bonfires, cookouts, and freshly cut grass. Oh, and no fewer than 6 neighbors shooting off a ton of fireworks.

I'd watch that show.
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Post by: fourstring on July 06, 2015, 06:14:40 PM: Cascade blonde is out of bottling. A little young but it turned out ok. I think next time I might use a secondary fermentation to clarify the beer a bit but the taste is good.

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Post by: mxvet57 on July 06, 2015, 09:10:22 PM: Again it looks cloudy.

:couch:
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Post by: fourstring on July 07, 2015, 09:41:52 AM: It's a little cloudy because this batch didn't go through secondary fermentation, so there's a little yeast in the glass. Tastes the same
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Post by: fourstring on July 10, 2015, 09:43:23 PM: Ed's over bitching about my cloudy beer. Making a honey and oats IPA.

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Post by: mxvet57 on July 10, 2015, 11:15:49 PM: I wasn't bitching about it (this time) you brought it up.

But I did say it looked like red wine.

After I left guess who came up behind me at 83 and us14? C:-) I was a very good boy. No wheelies.
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Post by: R Doug on July 13, 2015, 05:25:16 PM: A co-worker just got back from visiting a few MLB parks, including PNC Park in Pittsburgh. During his tour of the 'Burgh, he visited Wigle Distilery in the Strip District.

He purchased me a bottle of one of their whiskies. This one is a wheated whiskey made by local grains.

It's not bad, in fact it's pretty good. My only beef is they use smaller barrels to expedite the aging process. Every whiskey I've tasted aged in smaller barrels, they come across as being a little too oaky for me.

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Do I have a great co-worker or what!?
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Post by: fourstring on July 13, 2015, 08:23:56 PM: Quote from: Head on June 12, 2015, 10:26:48 PM
Give it some time. Is it a high acidity that's making it sour? Or a possible infection? ( specific flavor really, it can point to what happened) Or is it a tartness, you'd be surprised how many people confuse those two. Let it rest for a bit and see if it mellows. I did a thimbleberry beer that took over a year for it to calm down enough to be drinkable. Same with old styles of beer before hops became popular, such as Mumm.

By the way, you were right about giving the Belgian some time. Another month of cold crashing and it seasoned right up. The odd nose went away and it retains all of the orange juniper wheat notes. I might try this again with a few tweaks.

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Post by: kneescrubber on July 13, 2015, 09:34:58 PM: Quote from: fourstring on July 13, 2015, 08:23:56 PM

Quote from: Head on June 12, 2015, 10:26:48 PM
Give it some time. Is it a high acidity that's making it sour? Or a possible infection? ( specific flavor really, it can point to what happened) Or is it a tartness, you'd be surprised how many people confuse those two. Let it rest for a bit and see if it mellows. I did a thimbleberry beer that took over a year for it to calm down enough to be drinkable. Same with old styles of beer before hops became popular, such as Mumm.

By the way, you were right about giving the Belgian some time. Another month of cold crashing and it seasoned right up. The odd nose went away and it retains all of the orange juniper wheat notes. I might try this again with a few tweaks.

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If the tweaks include play-doh, make mine blue. Just like m&m's blue is the tastiest color.
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Post by: Head on July 14, 2015, 01:05:10 PM: I had a minor issue making my wit when I realized the corriander didn't some on the last order! I substituted lemongrass and it came out great.

Usually spiced beers need a little time. Are you giving the beer time in the fermentors for the yeast to re-uptake some of the by products of fermentation? Give it 3 days at FG ( three measurements where the gravity reads the same over three days in primary) and that should help things.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on July 14, 2015, 02:08:38 PM: This! Saw it at Wegmans this afternoon at lunch. A co-worker and I have been on a grapefruit beer kick lately. I bought the 6-pack, he bought a 12-pack of Leinenkugel's Summer Sampler, and we split them. I've had Summer Shandy, but none of the others - orange, grapefruit, or ginger. But I'm starting with the Illusive Traveler(s) tonight. And then Friday when I make my way to Maryland, I'm going in search of Schofferhofer's Grapefruit Hefeweizen.

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Post by: viffergyrl on July 14, 2015, 02:10:58 PM: Ballast Point Grapefruit Sculpin IPA for the win. Expensive, but worth it.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on July 14, 2015, 02:32:26 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on July 14, 2015, 02:10:58 PM
Ballast Point Grapefruit Sculpin IPA for the win. Expensive, but worth it.

Had it at the Spring Meet in Staunton. LOVED IT! Hoping to snag a six-pack of it in MD, too. We don't get it up here, so my friend hasn't had it yet. I'm hoping to change that!
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Post by: CLAY on July 16, 2015, 10:00:02 PM: Whiskey, my own:
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Post by: fourstring on July 17, 2015, 08:45:01 PM: Brew night.

The black rice beer turned out pretty good. The saison turned out pretty good.

Tonight, I'm blending the two into a black rice saison. Heavily hopped, but with mild German lager and Pilsner hops instead of the ginger and high alpha stuff from last time. I'm mulling over entering this one in a brew competition in August.

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Post by: Max Wedge on July 17, 2015, 11:06:59 PM: Founders' Dirty Bastard

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Post by: Max Wedge on July 18, 2015, 11:30:35 PM: This, neat.

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What kind of climate do I need to grow my own agave?
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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 19, 2015, 09:22:46 AM: Not the Mitten's, that's for sure.

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Post by: fourstring on July 19, 2015, 01:18:21 PM: Bottled a gallon of cider and two gallons of smoked currant ale last night. The ale should be ready in a month.

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Post by: CLAY on July 22, 2015, 12:20:56 AM: OPberon, lots. Last ball game of the year- 7-4 record. We did good. Time for bed. Goodnbuight.
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Post by: fourstring on July 24, 2015, 07:07:48 AM: Brew night yesterday- had a buddy and our new tenant come over to hang, so might as well make beer as we lower the stocks.

A pound of raspberries from the farmers market and some dark brown sugar got mixed into a caramel Hefeweizen.

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Post by: Papa Lazarou on July 24, 2015, 01:31:29 PM: Good quality cheese. The bar is serving cheese.
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 24, 2015, 03:27:03 PM: He's making beer not wine.
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Post by: HipGnosis on July 25, 2015, 12:05:59 PM: Milk

Oh... sorry...

Thought it said what's the bra serving tonight
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Post by: fourstring on July 25, 2015, 01:00:35 PM: ESB finished conditioning. Super mild and malty, despite all the hops.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 25, 2015, 01:04:44 PM: Quote from: HipGnosis on July 25, 2015, 12:05:59 PM
Milk

Oh... sorry...

Thought it said what's the bra serving tonight

That too around here.

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Post by: CLAY on July 27, 2015, 05:16:47 PM: Balls deep intot he beer. Yes, it's early. I'l need to slow down.

Been busting my ass at the farm lately- the summer of lots of farm work. With mom out of the picture, I've been picking up lots of extra hours freeing up my brother and dad to do more of the farm stuff (I do some too). Today it was 90+, humid, and a big day (mom's first round of chemo)- I got behinf in fluids n the AM and finally caught up by late afternoon. My goals for the rest of the night are to not sweat.

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Post by: fourstring on July 27, 2015, 07:49:03 PM: I love Arcadia brewery. Stopped in there by accident looking for anywhere to eat lunch on the way home from a work trip, ended up with a trunk full of sixers.
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 27, 2015, 09:55:10 PM: Something from Ypsilanti Michigan.

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Post by: CLAY on July 27, 2015, 10:03:09 PM: Quote from: fourstring on July 27, 2015, 07:49:03 PM
I love Arcadia brewery. Stopped in there by accident looking for anywhere to eat lunch on the way home from a work trip, ended up with a trunk full of sixers.

I used to live in Battle Creek- I cut my microbrew teeth there when they opened in '96.
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Post by: Max Wedge on July 28, 2015, 10:40:29 AM: Quote from: CLAY on July 27, 2015, 05:16:47 PM
Balls deep intot he beer. Yes, it's early. I'l need to slow down.

Been busting my ass at the farm lately- the summer of lots of farm work. With mom out of the picture, I've been picking up lots of extra hours freeing up my brother and dad to do more of the farm stuff (I do some too). Today it was 90+, humid, and a big day (mom's first round of chemo)- I got behinf in fluids n the AM and finally caught up by late afternoon. My goals for the rest of the night are to not sweat.

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This is one of my favorite posts ever on this site. It is full of win on many levels. (Except for the chemo part, that is the extreme opposite.)
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Post by: fourstring on July 28, 2015, 07:06:14 PM: Smoked currant ale is out of conditioning. I'll let the rest of the batch age for another month or two.

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Post by: MrsCablebandit on July 29, 2015, 06:53:25 AM: Margaritas. ALL the margaritas! It's my birt-day!!! :banana:

Next door neighbor brought me to work; co-worker is driving me home. Working until 11:30 AM and then... :beerchug:
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Post by: Scratch on July 29, 2015, 08:16:29 AM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on July 29, 2015, 06:53:25 AM
Margaritas. ALL the margaritas! It's my birt-day!!! :banana:

Next door neighbor brought me to work; co-worker is driving me home. Working until 11:30 AM and then... :beerchug:

Well, happy 29th!!! :bigok:
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Post by: Max Wedge on July 29, 2015, 10:39:28 AM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on July 29, 2015, 06:53:25 AM
Margaritas. ALL the margaritas! It's my birt-day!!! :banana:

Next door neighbor brought me to work; co-worker is driving me home. Working until 11:30 AM and then... :beerchug:

Please use Milagro as MINIMUM quality. A birthday margarita needs to good! Felicitaciones!
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on July 29, 2015, 08:09:05 PM: I did the farmer's market challenge...had all the different fruit margaritas - peach, mango, strawberry (the best), black cherry, raspberry, and traditional lime.

I'm rather sleepy... :crazy:
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Post by: CLAY on July 30, 2015, 06:15:58 PM: ...and not because I'm a teacher:
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on July 30, 2015, 07:37:27 PM: This was DELICIOUS!!! Very low ABV, very light, very refreshing...like an alcoholic Fresca!

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Post by: mxvet57 on July 30, 2015, 09:35:01 PM: One of these while I waited for the grill to cook my steak.

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Post by: fourstring on July 31, 2015, 07:21:12 PM: Honey and oats IPA is done.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 31, 2015, 07:39:09 PM: Margarita tonight. Yummy! No pics; drank it.

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Post by: Flyer on July 31, 2015, 09:03:43 PM: Sharing a bottle of Cab/Sauv with my wife.
Safe @ home.
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Post by: mr.awesome on July 31, 2015, 09:11:35 PM: The Bollocks :drool: :beerchug:

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Post by: Max Wedge on July 31, 2015, 09:42:10 PM: Hans Golden Tripel 8.7% from the local brewery. visitors can't see pics , please register or login
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Post by: CLAY on July 31, 2015, 10:23:54 PM: Quote from: CLAY on July 30, 2015, 06:15:58 PM
...and not because I'm a teacher:
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Again.
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Post by: mr.awesome on July 31, 2015, 10:35:16 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on July 31, 2015, 09:42:10 PM
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How is FWB since they moved into their new location? I was only there once probably in their first year of operation at the original location. Owner seemed pretty cool at the time .
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Post by: Max Wedge on August 01, 2015, 08:04:29 AM: Food is a bit pricey for what it is, but otherwise it is pretty good. Helpful, pleasant staff, beer and wine are some of the best we have had. So much more could be done with the place.
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Post by: fourstring on August 01, 2015, 08:29:46 PM: Tenant bought house, went to housewarming party. Many brews consumed.
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Post by: CLAY on August 03, 2015, 07:43:55 PM: Old Fashioned on the deck here while I read. I used a twist of lime- we had it and I like it.
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Post by: R Doug on August 03, 2015, 07:51:51 PM: that looks relaxing!

I'm have a nice pour of Old Weller Antique. The best Bourbon I've had less than $25. Damn, this is good!
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Post by: fourstring on August 04, 2015, 05:52:05 PM: Black rice saison is out of bottling and is a keeper. Pilsner malt and hops with saison yeast and the black rice to add color, nutty flavor, and booze without adding body. I'm going to make this one again.

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Post by: kneescrubber on August 04, 2015, 05:56:23 PM: Is that the only glass you have?

Absolutely love the color.
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 04, 2015, 06:14:11 PM: Mmmmmmm I do have 6 empty bottles now.
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 04, 2015, 06:52:10 PM: I am interested in how you "containerize" your simply awesome concoctions.
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Post by: fourstring on August 04, 2015, 07:50:15 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on August 04, 2015, 05:56:23 PM
Is that the only glass you have?

It's an IPA glass; I got a set for Christmas. Anything that's got a hoppier profile gets the treatment for at least the first tasting. I thought they were just pretty, but it really does change how you taste the beer. Plus they're kind of cool looking.

Quote from: kneescrubber on August 04, 2015, 06:52:10 PM
I am interested in how you "containerize" your simply awesome concoctions.

Completely redneck. I use brown plastic soda bottles.

When the beer is done fermenting, I mix up some type of sugar and hot water into a solution (usually 3 tablespoons per gallon) and pour a little sugar water into the bottom of each bottle, eyeballing the amounts. Pour the raw, uncarbonated beer into the bottles and shake it up. What kind of sugar I use is informed by the style of beer: I've used orange blossom or buckwheat honey, molasses, maple syrup, agave nectar, brown sugar, or just table sugar. It doesn't affect the taste much but it'll give a little something.

Bottles sit in the basement out of the light for a few weeks to as much as a month. The yeast in the unfiltered beer will wake back up long enough to eat the sugar, which yields a little alcohol but a lot of CO2. Since there's nowhere for it to go, it dives back into the beer and carbonates. Since I use plastic and not glass, I can tell when the bottles are done by just squeezing them. Once the bottle is taut, I sit it in the fridge a few weeks so the cold beer can hold more CO2. Sits in the fridge for another week or two and enjoy. I rinse the bottles out, sanitize them, and the ciirrrcle of liiiiife...

It's called bottle conditioning; it's pretty standard affair among homebrewers, for all I know. I read it in a book somewhere.
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Post by: Flyer on August 04, 2015, 08:02:19 PM: 2008 San Cassiano Amarone della Valpolicella DOC.
Inna wicker chair, overlooking the marina, inna twilight.
Did you know red wine keeps mosquitos away?
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Post by: fourstring on August 04, 2015, 08:45:49 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on August 04, 2015, 06:14:11 PM
Mmmmmmm I do have 6 empty bottles now.

Bring 'em over for swapping. I literally have no room in the fridge.
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Post by: SuperHans on August 04, 2015, 10:00:13 PM: Old Rasputin Russian Imperial Stout

Has a hint of coffee and bourbon. This is some good stuff.

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Post by: mxvet57 on August 04, 2015, 10:38:48 PM: Quote from: fourstring on August 04, 2015, 08:45:49 PM
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Mmmmmmm I do have 6 empty bottles now.

Bring 'em over for swapping. I literally have no room in the fridge.

Tomorrow night?
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Post by: fourstring on August 05, 2015, 07:25:41 AM: Always welcome. :cheers:
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Post by: Head on August 05, 2015, 07:43:25 AM: Quote from: fourstring on August 04, 2015, 07:50:15 PM
Quote from: kneescrubber on August 04, 2015, 05:56:23 PM
Is that the only glass you have?

It's called bottle conditioning; it's pretty standard affair among homebrewers, for all I know. I read it in a book somewhere.

You sir are correct.

On a side note - Kinda pissed. 9 month bottle aged Belgian Golden Strong hop bombed with Mosiac. F*%#ing had a few bottles blow the bottoms out and now my distributor will not bring them to the joint I did the collaboration with...... It tastes amazing. Just don't chuck the cases around at room temp!!!!!!!

Drinking lately - too much :o Just have to get through the 100 days of August.
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Post by: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 07:59:36 AM: Bloody Mary for lunch:
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Another glass of Teacher's as the sun set:
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Post by: fourstring on August 05, 2015, 09:46:57 AM: Quote from: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 07:59:36 AM
Bloody Mary for lunch:

You're my hero.
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 05, 2015, 09:54:03 AM: Quote from: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 07:59:36 AM
Bloody Mary for lunch:

I don't like bloody mary's anymore. I had a bad bloody mary experience in my youth.
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Post by: Scratch on August 05, 2015, 09:58:58 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on August 05, 2015, 09:54:03 AM
Quote from: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 07:59:36 AM
Bloody Mary for lunch:

I don't like bloody mary's anymore. I had a bad bloody mary experience in my youth.

Now ain't that too damn bad.
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Post by: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 05:32:15 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on August 05, 2015, 09:54:03 AM
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Bloody Mary for lunch:

I don't like bloody mary's anymore. I had a bad bloody mary experience in my youth.

Was her name actually Mary? What did you do with the body?
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 05, 2015, 06:13:50 PM: Quote from: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 05:32:15 PM
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Quote from: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 07:59:36 AM
Bloody Mary for lunch:

I don't like bloody mary's anymore. I had a bad bloody mary experience in my youth.

Was her name actually Mary? What did you do with the body?

http://youtu.be/_bA6RmsV6R0 (http://youtu.be/_bA6RmsV6R0)
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Post by: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 08:39:01 PM: Pina Coladas after a double Old Fashoined. No pictures. I love vacation, but my liver will love a vacation from vacation.
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Post by: CLAY on August 05, 2015, 09:51:31 PM: Double Whiskey srous and "School or Rock".

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Post by: Cookie on August 06, 2015, 03:37:54 AM: Gsgyxhvdfwg?

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Post by: CLAY on August 06, 2015, 09:12:05 PM: ...and that's that. Down to Jim now.

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Pretty sober, enjoying an Old Fashioned right now.
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Post by: CLAY on August 07, 2015, 08:04:06 PM: This, around 10:45. Last full day, lake wake hours start at 11. Drug kids around behind that Jet Ski for 1.5 hours.
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Post by: fourstring on August 08, 2015, 09:04:50 AM: Coworkers last day yesterday, wanted to go out to some hipster bar.

Only two beers on tap, so I ordered the seasonal and got served this:

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Fucking hipsters.
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 08, 2015, 12:10:00 PM: Izat grapefruit juice?
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 08, 2015, 12:11:09 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on August 08, 2015, 12:10:00 PM
Izat grapefruit juice?

70 proof.
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Post by: Papa Lazarou on August 08, 2015, 01:59:50 PM: Not Chinese "wine"
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Post by: fourstring on August 08, 2015, 08:18:52 PM: Yarrr, Mateys.

Brew night. Making a pirate stout with blackstrap molasses, lime, coriander, black pepper, and hops from the garden.

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The extra limes aren't going to waste.
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Post by: Black Hills on August 08, 2015, 09:09:46 PM: Mirror pond at Minerva's (my hang out) after a day of dirt biking. Hitting trees hurts more than it used too. But I'm sure I'll be better in no time ;)
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 08, 2015, 10:16:26 PM: Had a couple of these

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before tearing into Fourstrings bike. Good thing I left the sparkplugs in.
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Post by: Black Hills on August 08, 2015, 10:52:07 PM: Those are great on a hot day Ed!
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Post by: jadziadax8 on August 09, 2015, 08:18:21 PM: A nice dry Spanish rosé along with Sherlock Holmes.

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Post by: fourstring on August 11, 2015, 02:01:57 PM: I'm off work this week, just got back from a morning bike ride, and the raspberry Hefeweizen is done.

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Post by: CLAY on August 12, 2015, 04:44:40 PM: So I was meeting some teac hing buddies for brews last night. Good dudes, but they are done after 1 beer. So I went here first:
http://longroaddistillers.com/?age-verified=f680270c8d (http://longroaddistillers.com/?age-verified=f680270c8d)

Our new local distillery. I had a white Whiskey (which is just in-aged whiskey- or watered-down grain moonshine), which was decent.
Drink menu:
http://longroaddistillers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/LRDMENU7AUG15.pdf (http://longroaddistillers.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/LRDMENU7AUG15.pdf)
I then had "The Cold Vein", which is their take on an Old Fashioned. It was really good. They make all their spirits from local sources and all their additives from scratch.

After visiting the brewery next door (The Mitten http://www.mittenbrewing.com/ (http://www.mittenbrewing.com/)) with the guys and having a flight and an appetizer there, I went back to Long Road (they are next door) and had the Gin A.B. Garden. It was amazing. One of the bartenders told me it was his fav, so I went for it. I can't say enough. A great place- they will do well. I'm a HUGE fan of these places that do stuff with local ingredients.

It's a fun time to be a dude that enjoys beer and spirits.
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Post by: fourstring on August 14, 2015, 12:27:12 PM: Last day of vacation, so I'm brewing a chocolate basil Porter. Basically, a chocolate milk Porter with some lemon basil at the end of the boil.

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Post by: fourstring on August 14, 2015, 12:57:52 PM: Also, the smoked currant ale is done aging. :)

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Post by: Black Hills on August 14, 2015, 01:09:25 PM: Not sure, going to the pre-show thing (hanger party?) at the base for http://www.ellsworthfss.com/base-info/air-show (http://www.ellsworthfss.com/base-info/air-show)
they said they have a bar, so we'll see what they have....
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 16, 2015, 09:13:36 PM: This stuff will kick your ass.
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Made with turbinado sugar.

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Post by: CLAY on August 17, 2015, 07:55:34 PM: My own whiskey aged only 5 months in cherry charred wood. I gotta say, it is pretty tasty. It's watered down a bit (probably in the 100-120 proof range), but actually pretty decent. This run was nearing the tails, so I didn't think it would be very good. I am happuily surprised. :thumbsup:

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Post by: mxvet57 on August 20, 2015, 09:12:52 PM: delivered the XV750 back to the owner and this landed in the passenger seat of the SUV.

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Post by: R Doug on August 22, 2015, 04:45:53 PM: A friend came over for dinner and brought gifts.

I've already had a pour of the Scotch. I'll try Sweet Baby Jesus next.

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Post by: CLAY on August 23, 2015, 11:35:34 AM: This:
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Local distillery.
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Pretty tasty. Different than my usuals. You can tell it's not aged long, but it's good in it's own right.
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Post by: CLAY on August 26, 2015, 09:30:39 PM: Old Fashoined. I reallylike whisky and this has been my go to lately.

I'm going to make a second right now. :bigok:
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Post by: fourstring on August 31, 2015, 09:20:46 PM: Ed's over - time to refill the six pack. To save time, we use the same container.

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Post by: mxvet57 on August 31, 2015, 10:36:07 PM: Just got back from Casa Da Fourstring/jadziadax8

BURP
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 02, 2015, 09:35:48 PM: I don't know where Foutstring comes up with these beers he makes so tonight's selection was "Smoked Carrot"

And it wasn't bad.
Title: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on September 03, 2015, 06:16:16 AM: *currant*

My handwriting sucks.
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Post by: kneescrubber on September 03, 2015, 06:47:12 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on September 02, 2015, 09:35:48 PM
I don't know where Foutstring comes up with these beers he makes so tonight's selection was "Smoked Carrot"

And it wasn't bad.

Quote from: fourstring on September 03, 2015, 06:16:16 AM
*currant*

My handwriting sucks.

:rolf:
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Post by: coho on September 03, 2015, 09:44:04 AM: Quote from: kneescrubber on September 03, 2015, 06:47:12 AM
Quote from: mxvet57 on September 02, 2015, 09:35:48 PM
I don't know where Foutstring comes up with these beers he makes so tonight's selection was "Smoked Carrot"

And it wasn't bad.

Quote from: fourstring on September 03, 2015, 06:16:16 AM
*currant*

My handwriting sucks.

:rolf:

So, Nate, I assume you'll be making the Smoked Carrot next?
Could be good.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 03, 2015, 09:48:52 AM: Quote from: coho on September 03, 2015, 09:44:04 AM
Quote from: kneescrubber on September 03, 2015, 06:47:12 AM
Quote from: mxvet57 on September 02, 2015, 09:35:48 PM
I don't know where Foutstring comes up with these beers he makes so tonight's selection was "Smoked Carrot"

And it wasn't bad.

Quote from: fourstring on September 03, 2015, 06:16:16 AM
*currant*

My handwriting sucks.

:rolf:

So, Nate, I assume you'll be making the Smoked Carrot next?
Could be good.

I'll think I'll leave the premises for that brew night. :hurl:
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Post by: CLAY on September 03, 2015, 09:33:47 PM: In the interest of saving space, I mixed up some old-fashioned before the boy and I left for the cabin. I am enjoying a few of those now while the boy sleeps. It was a good day:
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 03, 2015, 09:54:14 PM: Quote from: fourstring on September 03, 2015, 06:16:16 AM
*currant*

My handwriting sucks.

And some people around here give me shit.

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Post by: fourstring on September 06, 2015, 05:28:39 PM: Nah, that's half the fun.

Brew day, although not an inspired one as I clean out all of the extra grains in storage. Making a pretty straightforward APA.
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Post by: fourstring on September 07, 2015, 07:55:10 PM: Stuck in Minnesota for two days. Yet, they have a Granite City brewery. *

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I still laugh at the name. Granite City in metro east St. Louis is a blue collar steel town. It doesn't totally suck, but I've never met someone happy to go there.
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Post by: Stormcrow on September 08, 2015, 08:41:20 AM: Relaxing in the backyard on Labor Day with a Rye Pale Ale from my last batch. This came out really, really well. Great color with no cloudiness, nice head, and long lasting lace. And, most importantly, smooth and delicious!
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Brewed with Maris Otter, Rye, Caramel 60, and Caramel 20 malts. Northern brewer and Willamette hops. Bottled with honey to initiate carbonation.
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 08, 2015, 12:21:02 PM: Had a Fourstring's pirate ale last night while watching the short ribs cook on the grill.

Nate, this is my favorite next the the blond. I WANT MORE!
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Post by: fourstring on September 08, 2015, 09:32:56 PM: Done! My five year old made that one; I'll just ask him to whip up another batch.
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Post by: fourstring on September 11, 2015, 06:25:10 PM: What a surreal week. Grabbing sushi and an Asahi to decompress.

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Post by: kneescrubber on September 11, 2015, 06:41:16 PM: Unwinding from a long day of shoving appliances around.

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Fortunately there was peanut brittle.

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Post by: fourstring on September 17, 2015, 01:23:52 PM: Working from home, so I'm doing an experimental brew.

Maggie's making chili and asked if I had any beers in the fridge that would work as an addition. Somehow, I didn't have one beer out of the dozen varieties that would make a good stew base.

Now, I'm making a one gallon batch of beer designed to be used for chili, stew, braising, etc. Salt, pepper, rosemary, and sage, with some black patent, rye, and biscuit malts for spice, bread, and Maillard Reaction flavors. Just a little, little stout hops (Fuggle) for preservatives. Using baker's instead of brewer's yeast to accentuate the desired bread-y characteristics.

It's almost like a savory beer and probably won't be good drinking, but I'm hoping it'll make good eating.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 17, 2015, 02:49:50 PM: So you're saying the house is gonna smell amazing when I get home?

:drool:
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 17, 2015, 10:00:12 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on September 17, 2015, 02:49:50 PM
So you're saying the house is gonna smell amazing when I get home?

:drool:

Soooo Did it?
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 18, 2015, 07:15:11 AM: Yes.

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 18, 2015, 08:39:07 AM: I would of stopped by but I was riding in some thunder storms last night.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 18, 2015, 09:21:58 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on September 18, 2015, 08:39:07 AM
I would of stopped by but I was riding in some thunder storms last night.

You would have interrupted band practice, so it's probably best that you didn't. :-)
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 18, 2015, 12:10:02 PM: NFL Beer prices.

http://finance.yahoo.com/news/beer-cost-every-nfl-stadium-163325037.html (http://finance.yahoo.com/news/beer-cost-every-nfl-stadium-163325037.html)

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Post by: Papa Lazarou on September 19, 2015, 02:44:14 PM: Nothing, just a funny, funny sound.
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 19, 2015, 09:31:29 PM: Quote from: Papa Lazarou on September 19, 2015, 02:44:14 PM
Nothing, just a funny, funny sound.

Beer farts?
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Post by: fourstring on September 23, 2015, 07:08:18 AM: Finally went to the brewing supply store this weekend so I can get some brewing done.

The chocolate basil Porter turned out great. I even bought appropriate glassware.

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Post by: fourstring on September 25, 2015, 08:05:53 PM: APA is ready for some Kerbal Space Program with the kiddo tonight.

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Post by: kneescrubber on September 25, 2015, 08:18:45 PM: Quote from: fourstring on September 25, 2015, 08:05:53 PM

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Bad attitude on the airplane. ;)
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Post by: Cablebandit on September 26, 2015, 07:16:18 PM: Eagle Rare 10 year.
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Post by: CLAY on September 26, 2015, 10:16:26 PM: Old Fashioned by the fire:
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Post by: R Doug on October 01, 2015, 06:21:40 PM: Quote from: Cablebandit on September 26, 2015, 07:16:18 PM
Eagle Rare 10 year.

My coworkers and I were discussing our favorite bourbons for ~$30 and this one came up. I've been craving it all day.

(in my Ron Burgundy voice)

I'll have two fingers of the Eagle Rare.

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Post by: CLAY on October 02, 2015, 09:55:56 PM: Apple cider + my own whiskey. Good.
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Post by: BMW-K on October 02, 2015, 11:55:02 PM: Old Rasputin...
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Post by: R Doug on October 03, 2015, 03:31:16 PM: Quote from: BMW-K on October 02, 2015, 11:55:02 PM
Old Rasputin...

Damn, people on STO have good taste. ;)

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Quote from: R Doug on October 01, 2015, 06:21:40 PM
Quote from: Cablebandit on September 26, 2015, 07:16:18 PM
Eagle Rare 10 year.

I'll have two fingers of the Eagle Rare.

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Post by: viffergyrl on October 03, 2015, 03:51:08 PM: If you like root beer, give this a try. Would make an excellent adult root beer float.
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Post by: CLAY on October 03, 2015, 04:18:22 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on October 03, 2015, 03:51:08 PM
If you like root beer, give this a try. Would make an excellent adult root beer float.

That stuff is CRAZY good. Hard to find around here now- it was around this summer though. I have one bottle left with which I might make a float.
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Post by: viffergyrl on October 03, 2015, 08:36:44 PM: It was hard not to suck that stuff down like the soda.
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Post by: Black Hills on October 04, 2015, 07:47:47 PM: The local biker bar is closing down, so stopped by and drank them out of this:

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Post by: kneescrubber on October 04, 2015, 07:52:34 PM: Quote from: Black Hills on October 04, 2015, 07:47:47 PM
The local biker bar is closing down, so stopped by and drank them out of this:

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Very cool name.
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Post by: Black Hills on October 05, 2015, 09:05:32 AM: Quote from: kneescrubber on October 04, 2015, 07:52:34 PM
Quote from: Black Hills on October 04, 2015, 07:47:47 PM
The local biker bar is closing down, so stopped by and drank them out of this:

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Very cool name.

taste good too :)
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 05, 2015, 09:22:27 AM: Started out Sunday with a foo foo mocha latte with some region 4 F.U.C.K.E.R.S. Then rode to a friends house and consumed Sam Adams October fest. When those ran out we worked on Coors light when those ran out the only thing left in the refrigerator was his wife's wine coolers. Good thing she wasn't home.

And the Chicago Bears even won. :eek:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 05, 2015, 10:15:51 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on October 05, 2015, 09:22:27 AM
And the Chicago Bears even won. :eek:

Even a blind squirrel finds a nut every now and again.
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Post by: CLAY on October 08, 2015, 05:28:04 PM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

Whiskey, my own, very green yet- bottled 3/15. Notes:
The left one is charred oak watered down. Middle is chared cherry watered down. The right one is charred oak, straight (excuse the Ed spelling on the bottle)

I need to water it down. HOLY CRAP the staright stuff is strong- I would guess 170 or so, maybe higher. The charred cherry is really pretty good- O need to do more like that. I have a student teacher at school and tomorrow is the supervising teacher copnference thing. I show up and hear sopme people speak, and I'll probably cut out shortly after lunch. Good thing. I should not sample on school nights.
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Post by: viffergyrl on October 08, 2015, 05:32:06 PM: Quote from: CLAY on October 08, 2015, 05:28:04 PM
I should not sample on school nights.

QFT

....but it is hilarious.
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 08, 2015, 05:58:56 PM: Quote from: CLAY on October 08, 2015, 05:28:04 PM
I should not sample on school nights.

Where's your sense of adventure.

Quote from: CLAY on October 08, 2015, 05:28:04 PM

I show up and hear sopme people speak,

Don't be giving me any sh@# teach.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 08, 2015, 07:37:46 PM: Champagne. Celebrating Thursday.

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Post by: doc4216 on October 08, 2015, 10:47:07 PM: Dark and stormy tonight kids. Tore apart Vance....Thinking it's the stator[emoji22]
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 10, 2015, 10:17:12 AM: Hey Nate, the Cookie container needs refilling.

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Post by: fourstring on October 10, 2015, 11:39:16 AM: Guess I need to make more.

Peach saison this morning:
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Post by: fourstring on October 10, 2015, 11:39:33 AM: Huh, double post
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Post by: CLAY on October 10, 2015, 09:55:30 PM: Brew tour tingiht. 3 stops, 3 brewerys, one diustilern7y.:

Prettty much everyone know abot this place:
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This okace opened Tuesday. Thinbs up. :bigok:
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Wrapped u hte "The NMitten" breewery, or right next door, LongRoad Disiklers. Most exellent.:
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I'm gpoing to bed. Goo tnight.
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Post by: coho on October 10, 2015, 10:24:57 PM: :rolf:

G'night Clay.
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Post by: Cookie on October 11, 2015, 04:46:42 AM: Quote from: CLAY on October 10, 2015, 09:55:30 PM
Brew tour tingiht. 3 stops, 3 brewerys, one diustilern7y.:

Prettty much everyone know abot this place:
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This okace opened Tuesday. Thinbs up. :bigok:
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Wrapped u hte "The NMitten" breewery, or right next door, LongRoad Disiklers. Most exellent.:
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I'm gpoing to bed. Goo tnight.

Saved because.

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Post by: R Doug on October 11, 2015, 04:54:34 AM: :beerchug:
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Post by: JonS on October 11, 2015, 06:32:38 AM: From Boulder, CO-Avery Brewing

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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 11, 2015, 08:35:43 AM: Lol @ Clay.

Walked to Oktoberfest last night. Had a reisling. Tried to figure out why a band in lederhosen was playing John Denver. :headscratch:

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Post by: CLAY on October 11, 2015, 11:16:41 AM: I forgot I posted that last night. :redface:

It was a bit of a rough morning, but I perked up. :bigsmile: We took the Grand Rapids Trolley:
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It was pretty cool- friends of ours put this together three years ago, and it's been annual. Quite an eclectic group of people- lots of interesting conversation- and a fair amount of beverage. Snacks on the trolley and such. Lots of fun!
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Post by: viffergyrl on October 11, 2015, 03:25:53 PM: I just love it when Clay drunk posts. :inlove:

We're drinking this yesterday and today.
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Post by: fourstring on October 11, 2015, 05:46:16 PM: Got the cooking beer out of bottling- experiment was a success.

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Post by: fourstring on October 15, 2015, 06:07:23 PM: Had a coworker that wanted to get some home brew but doesn't like any of that fancy crap. Made an MGD clone for her.

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I might use a little less rice next time, but it's passable.
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Post by: expatbrit on October 15, 2015, 08:55:46 PM: Had to do a presentation in the 10 Barrel Brewery in Boise this afternoon.
Luckily, accompanied by beer.
No photos, but a happy expat. :)
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 15, 2015, 10:09:13 PM: Quote from: expatbrit on October 15, 2015, 08:55:46 PM
Had to do a presentation in the 10 Barrel Brewery in Boise this afternoon.
Luckily, accompanied by beer.
No photos, but a happy expat. :)

Apparently not happy enough. We could understand you and you spelled every word rite.
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 15, 2015, 10:23:05 PM: Well plans didn't work out today. I was in Ashland Wi. last night and my plan was to ride up to Brickside brewery in Copper Harbor Mi. to see Jason (head) and drink some brews and tell some lies. The weather on the other hand was not looking favorable for riding. They were talking rain tonight and the possibility of lake effect snow showers. That ended that plan and I came home.
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Post by: expatbrit on October 16, 2015, 09:05:59 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on October 15, 2015, 10:09:13 PM
Quote from: expatbrit on October 15, 2015, 08:55:46 PM
Had to do a presentation in the 10 Barrel Brewery in Boise this afternoon.
Luckily, accompanied by beer.
No photos, but a happy expat. :)

Apparently not happy enough. We could understand you and you spelled every word rite.

Sadly, I was working.

Happily, I was working while drinking good beer.

Sadly, I was still working and had to maintain at least a veneer of decorum.
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Post by: Max Wedge on October 16, 2015, 10:48:09 AM: Quote from: expatbrit on October 16, 2015, 09:05:59 AM
I was still working and had to maintain at least a veneer of decorum.

Veneers of decorum suck, bring out the foundations of debauchery.
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Post by: viffergyrl on October 16, 2015, 01:32:41 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on October 16, 2015, 10:48:09 AM
Quote from: expatbrit on October 16, 2015, 09:05:59 AM
I was still working and had to maintain at least a veneer of decorum.

Veneers of decorum suck, bring out the foundations of debauchery.

:lol: QFT
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on October 16, 2015, 02:02:56 PM: Day 13 of the flu...most symptoms (body aches, fever, chills, headache, dehydration) have dissipated leaving my throat and ears ON FIRE! :firedevil:

As such, tonight calls for frozen margaritas to assuage what I fear may have morphed into strep. Yay, me! :bigok: :facepalm:
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Post by: Black Hills on October 16, 2015, 02:17:42 PM: my bride feels a date is in order, so I imagine her favorite local beer will be the destination: http://www.haycampbrewing.com/ (http://www.haycampbrewing.com/)
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Post by: kneescrubber on October 16, 2015, 08:45:41 PM: Quote from: Black Hills on October 16, 2015, 02:17:42 PM
my bride feels a date is in order, so I imagine her favorite local beer will be the destination: [url]http://www.haycampbrewing.com/[/url] ([url]http://www.haycampbrewing.com/[/url])

The gravy stout sounds yummy. But, so does the mothers temptation.

Any chance of jumping bar ditches tonight?
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Post by: expatbrit on October 19, 2015, 08:38:29 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on October 16, 2015, 10:48:09 AM
Quote from: expatbrit on October 16, 2015, 09:05:59 AM
I was still working and had to maintain at least a veneer of decorum.

Veneers of decorum suck, bring out the foundations of debauchery.

Sadly, since work was paying I had to pay a modicum of attention to decorum.

But. Hey. Work was buying me beer and I was presenting in s brewery. Fair trade.
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Post by: expatbrit on October 19, 2015, 08:39:22 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on October 16, 2015, 02:02:56 PM
Day 13 of the flu...most symptoms (body aches, fever, chills, headache, dehydration) have dissipated leaving my throat and ears ON FIRE! :firedevil:

As such, tonight calls for frozen margaritas to assuage what I fear may have morphed into strep. Yay, me! :bigok: :facepalm:

I recommend green chile stew to accompany them. A sovereign combination to cure all manners of aches and pains.
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Post by: expatbrit on October 19, 2015, 08:45:28 PM: Also. Tonight is vino. A Marqués de Caceres Rioja to accompany pork chops cooked with Apples and Onions.

Tomorrow, hopefully a nice Bay Area local as I chill there.
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Post by: CLAY on October 20, 2015, 08:41:44 PM: The first of my two glasses of hard cider from The World's Smallest Batch.

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Post by: mxvet57 on October 20, 2015, 09:01:10 PM: A little to much carbonation.

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Post by: fourstring on October 20, 2015, 10:27:47 PM: Dammit. Alright, will dial back the honey.
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Post by: fourstring on October 23, 2015, 06:40:18 PM: Happy Friday

The smoked currant is aging beautifully:

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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 23, 2015, 07:00:07 PM: The $5 rosè was alright. But after my day today, alright is all I need.

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Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on October 23, 2015, 08:10:06 PM: Worked on Fourstrings bottle of cider.
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Post by: R Doug on October 23, 2015, 08:37:17 PM: 2 oz of high test goodness in a chilled glass.

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Post by: expatbrit on October 23, 2015, 09:39:26 PM: Springbank 10 year.
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Post by: fourstring on October 24, 2015, 02:47:16 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on October 23, 2015, 08:10:06 PM
Worked on Fourstrings bottle of cider.

Good. Just bottled more a minute ago. Even cut back on the carbonation.
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 24, 2015, 10:37:08 PM: Blackhawks win tonight.

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Post by: motrhead on October 25, 2015, 12:07:01 AM: Camarena tequila, Crown Royal Black, and Faxe strong beer...interesting combination...lol
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Post by: fourstring on October 25, 2015, 12:05:06 PM: Brew day. Making a robust vanilla Porter for winter and bottling the peach saison.

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Post by: R Doug on October 25, 2015, 01:57:46 PM: Yea! Devils Backbone is finally available in NC!

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Post by: fourstring on October 29, 2015, 06:06:10 PM: Peach saison is out of bottling, just in time for breakfast for dinner.

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Post by: fourstring on October 31, 2015, 01:47:24 PM: Brew day- sometimes it's fun to make a beer you'd never order or drink on your own. Today, I'm making a beer for a friend that is the stereotypical 'home brew equals hop bomb' guy. Well, OK:

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I'm not a hop guy, but holy crap that's a lot of hops.
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Post by: R Doug on October 31, 2015, 03:40:42 PM: My night after 14 miles of single track on my mountain bike.

Don't judge.

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Post by: viffergyrl on October 31, 2015, 04:41:28 PM: :rolf:
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Post by: fourstring on November 01, 2015, 01:02:10 PM: A little late to the party, but the OctoberFast is done.

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The irony is that it came from my father. It was also really good as a float. :bigok:
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Post by: viffergyrl on November 04, 2015, 09:07:45 PM: :drif:
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Post by: Head on November 06, 2015, 04:24:08 PM: I find heavy stouts make for great floats.

That Root Beer stuff is too sweet for me.
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Post by: Black Hills on November 06, 2015, 04:43:20 PM: My bride is working nights, so I am unsupervised. Probably stop here http://haycampbrewing.com/ (http://haycampbrewing.com/)
for their victory stout or the bitter (or one of each).
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Post by: expatbrit on November 06, 2015, 08:58:02 PM: Il Vicino Sasquatch Scotch Ale

It got me a maybe ride on Vincent. I'll take it!
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Post by: R Doug on November 06, 2015, 09:05:40 PM: And another one bites the dust.

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Post by: fourstring on November 08, 2015, 12:12:44 PM: Brew day. Christmas is just around the corner. :bluduh:

Making a brown sugar pumpkin holiday beer to compensate. The house smells like thanksgiving.

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Post by: Dan K on November 09, 2015, 12:16:06 PM: Bow and Blade Bourbon - wow, it's really good.

-DAn
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 09, 2015, 02:07:17 PM: Quote from: Dan K on November 09, 2015, 12:16:06 PM
Bow and Blade Bourbon - wow, it's really good.

-DAn

Liquid lunch?
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Post by: Black Hills on November 09, 2015, 02:36:09 PM: I think I have a "date" with my wife, so probably a wine of her choosing.. Not what I would typically prefer, but well worth the sacrifice ;)
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Post by: Dan K on November 09, 2015, 05:35:41 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on November 09, 2015, 02:07:17 PM
Quote from: Dan K on November 09, 2015, 12:16:06 PM
Bow and Blade Bourbon - wow, it's really good.

-DAn

Liquid lunch?

Never could handle liquor during the day, so I don't drink at lunch unless work is over for the day.

But it's good for Sunday and Monday Night Football!

- Dan

not my pic, but it's a good looking bottle.

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Post by: R Doug on November 09, 2015, 06:39:08 PM: Damn it, Dan. Now I'm craving a pour of Blade and Bow.

BRB.... :)
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Post by: R Doug on November 09, 2015, 06:45:57 PM: Cheers.

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Post by: Stormcrow on November 09, 2015, 08:03:13 PM: Tonights selection...
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Picked this up while I was in Boston this weekend. It is labeled as being hand selected by Blanchard's Wine and Spirits. Distilled by Buffalo Trace. 107 proof - hot. Short finish. Nice with just a chip of ice.
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Post by: R Doug on November 09, 2015, 08:56:49 PM: Best Bourbon which comes with a screw on cap. I'd put it up against some bourbons which cost twice as much any day of the week.
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 09, 2015, 11:13:14 PM: Quote from: Dan K on November 09, 2015, 05:35:41 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on November 09, 2015, 02:07:17 PM
Quote from: Dan K on November 09, 2015, 12:16:06 PM
Bow and Blade Bourbon - wow, it's really good.

-DAn

Liquid lunch?

Never could handle liquor during the day, so I don't drink at lunch unless work is over for the day.

But it's good for Sunday and Monday Night Football!

- Dan

not my pic, but it's a good looking bottle.

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Hope you didn't finish off the bottle after the Bears win.
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 09, 2015, 11:14:49 PM: Dropped off the Cookie care package to Fourstrings house today for a refill.
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Post by: Jim on November 10, 2015, 01:48:28 AM: `thought some of you might enjoy this review I stumbled across:

PicoBrew's Zymatic

PicoBrew’s dream of a homebrew appliance is not as stupid as it sounds
But “set it and forget it” homebrewing is still figuring itself out

http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2015/11/picobrews-dream-of-a-homebrew-appliance-is-not-as-stupid-as-it-sounds/ (http://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2015/11/picobrews-dream-of-a-homebrew-appliance-is-not-as-stupid-as-it-sounds/)
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Post by: R Doug on November 11, 2015, 04:53:36 PM: And another one's down...

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Post by: Stormcrow on November 11, 2015, 05:10:08 PM: I'm chasing you...

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Post by: Skee on November 12, 2015, 01:15:19 PM: Westmalle Trappist[

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Post by: CLAY on November 12, 2015, 10:17:57 PM: Finished conferences tonight. I love them- it's one of the best parts of teaching. That said, they are HUGE days, and I finished tonight. We (middle school staff) went out for a couple brews to recap and relax, then I came home to have this- my own whiskey.

It's a corn-based whiskey mash charred in cherry wood instead of oak. Smooth and tasty!

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Post by: Skee on November 13, 2015, 11:36:54 AM: I :inlove: cherries. I :inlove: whiskey. How do I get an invite?
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Post by: R Doug on November 13, 2015, 11:44:52 AM: Quote from: CLAY on November 12, 2015, 10:17:57 PM

It's a corn-based whiskey mash charred in cherry wood instead of oak. Smooth and tasty!

Interesting. I've had whiskey (corn-based and others) aged in oak casks previously used to age Sherry. But, I've not had a whiskey aged in cherry wood casks.

Sounds good!
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Post by: Skee on November 13, 2015, 11:46:12 AM: I'd be happy to sacrifice a couple of cats.
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Post by: R Doug on November 13, 2015, 05:12:27 PM: Wow, I'm filling up the recycling bin this week. I've killed off another bottle.

This one makes me a bit sad since the distillery isn't putting out a 12 year old anymore. This 1.75L was my last of the 12 YO. :(

The good news is, I've made room in the cabinet for some new inventory. ;)

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Post by: Skee on November 14, 2015, 02:37:26 PM: Westmalle Dubbel again tonight. I plan to finish off with one of my favorites, a kriek lambic made with sour Morello cherries. By now the barkeep at the Molenhaus knows to get a glass out when I walk in. I don’t care if it is a “girlie beer”!

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The best will come when I get home. Bought a bottle today – only one he had – in Liege. Single copper pot, single barley malt Irish Whiskey, “triple distilled” (because traditional Irish stills don’t fractionate). I was surprised to find it on the shelf because the guy at the Celtic Whiskey Shop told me they were the only authorized retail shop in the world.

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Post by: fourstring on November 19, 2015, 05:38:15 AM: Traveling for work and tried the local offering. It's a little surprising to realize how big of a difference water makes in a beer- this had an odd aftertaste that couldn't really be explained any other way.

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Post by: Skee on November 19, 2015, 12:48:20 PM: The local beers here taste just great! Just a hint of caramel.

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Post by: R Doug on November 19, 2015, 01:21:05 PM: Frank, are you in Amsterdam?
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Post by: CLAY on November 19, 2015, 08:30:08 PM: I've been on a wine kick the last few nights. Cheap wine. 3 buck Chuck- the cab. I'm easy. :bigok:
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 19, 2015, 09:31:59 PM: Quote from: CLAY on November 19, 2015, 08:30:08 PM
I've been on a wine kick the last few nights. Cheap wine. 3 buck Chuck- the cab. I'm easy. :bigok:

That should go well with your long solo rides.
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Post by: Skee on November 20, 2015, 01:10:51 PM: Quote from: R Doug on November 19, 2015, 01:21:05 PM
Frank, are you in Amsterdam?

The boss sent me to Brussels. Was staying in a little town called Achel; Brussels tonight.

High presence of military police armed with semi-automatic weapons and very serious looks on their faces. Promised the wife I would not wander downtown. Prolly the safest big city in the EU right now.

Still the food & beer are superb. (Rochefort 8 is my fave.) Far better than what you'll find in Amsterdam. Roast boar in brown sauce made with Westmalle Dubbel and Sirop de Liège tonight.

AND FRIES WITH MAYO!
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Post by: viffergyrl on November 20, 2015, 02:01:28 PM: Quote from: Skee on November 20, 2015, 01:10:51 PM
Quote from: R Doug on November 19, 2015, 01:21:05 PM
Frank, are you in Amsterdam?

The boss sent me to Brussels. Was staying in a little town called Achel; Brussels tonight.

High presence of military police armed with semi-automatic weapons and very serious looks on their faces. Promised the wife I would not wander downtown. Prolly the safest big city in the EU right now.

Still the food & beer are superb. (Rochefort 8 is my fave.) Far better than what you'll find in Amsterdam. Roast boar in brown sauce made with Westmalle Dubbel and Sirop de Liège tonight.

AND FRIES WITH MAYO!

^^This. My parents were planning a trip to Greece and right before that TWA airline was hijacked and the Navy SEAL killed and dumped on the tarmack. The tour leader asked everyone if they wanted to cancel and no one did. Had a great time and the tourist traffic was definitely light. Athens airport full of people carrying automatic rifles and wearing paramilitary garb.

Glad to see you are having a good time! Just stay away from large gatherings and outdoor cafes...
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Bought a case of this stuff at Costco - a little sweet, but pretty damn good!

- Dan
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Post by: Black Hills on November 20, 2015, 03:40:29 PM: my usual Friday hangout: http://haycampbrewing.com/ (http://haycampbrewing.com/)

either the Best Bitter or the S.M.A.S.H. or maybe both ;D
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Post by: Papa Lazarou on November 20, 2015, 05:22:52 PM: Thank the Lord you Mericuns have discovered proper beer.
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Post by: Flyer on November 20, 2015, 06:34:23 PM: Quote from: Papa Lazarou on November 20, 2015, 05:22:52 PM
Thank the Lord you Mericuns have discovered proper beer.

Canucks too, I reckon.
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"It'll sure smack you down..."
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Post by: CLAY on November 20, 2015, 08:15:27 PM: Quote from: Dan K on November 20, 2015, 03:36:11 PM
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Bought a case of this stuff at Costco - a little sweet, but pretty damn good!

- Dan

Try it in a float. :thumbsup:

For me- a little Ardbeg, a little Teacher's, a Founders Centennial IPA, and now a little more teachers. I LOVE that Ardbeg, but boy, it's pricey. I conserve and enjoy.
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Post by: mxvet57 on November 22, 2015, 12:32:48 AM: Found a bottle of White Zinfandel wine hidden in the back of the refrigerator. Drank it while watching the Blackhawks loose to the Canucks.
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Post by: sleazy rider on November 22, 2015, 05:33:40 AM: Coca-cola. Went for the hard stuff. ;D
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Post by: Cookie on November 22, 2015, 07:14:14 AM: Dude. Ease up.

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Post by: Papa Lazarou on November 22, 2015, 02:53:17 PM: Quote from: Flyer on November 20, 2015, 06:34:23 PM
Quote from: Papa Lazarou on November 20, 2015, 05:22:52 PM
Thank the Lord you Mericuns have discovered proper beer.

Canucks too, I reckon.
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"It'll sure smack you down..."

ugh.
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Post by: coho on November 22, 2015, 04:59:57 PM: The new Newkie isn't as good as the old Newkie.
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Post by: R Doug on November 24, 2015, 07:08:46 PM: OK, I bit.

Wow, that goes down so smooooooth.

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Post by: mxvet57 on November 24, 2015, 07:18:59 PM: Need to make a trip to Binnys beverage mart.
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Post by: fourstring on November 24, 2015, 10:00:21 PM: Double IPA is out of bottling. Carbed up pretty well.

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Post by: R Doug on November 25, 2015, 08:15:13 PM: Oh's no's

:(

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Post by: mxvet57 on November 25, 2015, 09:57:11 PM: My last Leinenkugels Octoberfest. No more till next year. :cry:

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Post by: fourstring on November 26, 2015, 08:15:43 AM: I got a couple left- I'll put 'em in the sixxer
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Post by: fourstring on December 03, 2015, 06:02:37 PM: Pumpkin ale is done and is fantastic.

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 03, 2015, 06:59:48 PM: That doesn't look like Pumpkin or beer.
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Post by: fourstring on December 04, 2015, 07:55:47 AM: You're looking at the pasta. The beer is on the right.
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Post by: Black Hills on December 04, 2015, 09:01:22 AM: it will be a surprise. Company Christmas party at the Lodge in Deadwood, I would imagine they have some decent beers on tap?
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Post by: R Doug on December 04, 2015, 10:11:43 AM: Quote from: Black Hills on December 04, 2015, 09:01:22 AM
it will be a surprise. Company Christmas party at the Lodge in Deadwood, I would imagine they have some decent beers on tap?

There are a couple of decent choices.

http://deadwoodlodge1-px.rtrk.com/up/Oggies%20DW%20Drink%206_10_14.pdf (http://deadwoodlodge1-px.rtrk.com/up/Oggies%20DW%20Drink%206_10_14.pdf)
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Post by: Black Hills on December 04, 2015, 10:30:32 AM: I should be able to find something that I like.
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Post by: fourstring on December 05, 2015, 01:19:32 PM: Brew day - NYE Belgian with orange, mandarin, coriander, anise, and wildflower honey over a Pilsner base. Should be about 8 percent.

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 05, 2015, 03:44:15 PM: Quote from: fourstring on December 05, 2015, 01:19:32 PM
Brew day - NYE Belgian with orange, mandarin, coriander, anise, and wildflower honey over a Pilsner base. Should be about 8 percent.

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Get that six pack ready. I'll be over in a little bit. (not that little bit)
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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 05, 2015, 04:22:01 PM: We're off for Nate's holiday party. Say hi to my mom.

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.
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Post by: R Doug on December 05, 2015, 04:36:48 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 05, 2015, 03:44:15 PM

Get that six pack ready. I'll be over in a little bit. (not that little bit)

So demanding.

I splurged a little this evening.

This is one smooth barrel proof 17 YO

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Post by: R Doug on December 05, 2015, 05:30:31 PM: Taste test time.

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Post by: kneescrubber on December 05, 2015, 05:35:08 PM: Quote from: R Doug on December 05, 2015, 05:30:31 PM
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 05, 2015, 06:32:39 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on December 05, 2015, 04:22:01 PM
We're off for Nate's holiday party. Say hi to my mom.

Sent through subspace from the U.S.S. Enterprise.

I did and to her (I think) sister. Miles was himself and Ivy was easily amused. The dog (forgot name) did not bite me even with all my gear on.
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 05, 2015, 06:40:11 PM: http://www.thestreet.com/story/13381661/1/10-beers-that-make-great-holiday-stocking-stuffers.html (http://www.thestreet.com/story/13381661/1/10-beers-that-make-great-holiday-stocking-stuffers.html)
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Post by: Max Wedge on December 05, 2015, 08:04:12 PM: Mrs. Wedge is having this with coke. This is the smoothest rum I have ever tasted. Regular rum drinkers are amazed at how nice it is.
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Post by: Max Wedge on December 05, 2015, 08:08:45 PM: Quote from: R Doug on December 05, 2015, 05:30:31 PM
Taste test time.

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Awaiting results, especially the B&B and WT17.
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Post by: R Doug on December 05, 2015, 08:15:51 PM: Thanks for the rum suggestion. Mount Gay is always my go to. So, if you like 10 Cane better, I'll need to try it.

The winning order of the Bourbon tasting is...

(from left to right)

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Noah's Mill is a full bodied complex tasting bourbon with a nice long follow. I really believe that I'm getting my money's worth with this Bourbon. And, its sweet flavor is more caramel than vanilla. It's hard to beat this Bourbon for my pallet.

The more expensive Wild Turkey Master's Keep is good. In fact, it's very good. The nose and taste are fantastic. The sweetness is more vanilla, which isn't my favorite sweet profile. But, it's mellow and not over the top sweet. The problem I have with the Master's Keep is the follow / finish. It's not very long in the mouth and its simply oaky and not very complex. So, Master's Keep is initially sweet followed by a burst of musty oak. I'm not sure it's worth its price. I'd purchase Wild Turkey's Rare Breed any day of the week over this limited edition.

The Blade and Bow has a very similar tasting profile to the Noah's Mill. But, it's less complex and the follow is a too bitter compared to the other two. It's a very drinkable Bourbon. But, in this group it was a clear dead last for me.
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Post by: Max Wedge on December 05, 2015, 08:22:26 PM: Thanks for the bourbon review. I wondered how the WT17 would stack up.

As far as the rum, I like the Mount Gay, but you can see which one has less. In the pic also: my winter standby, Bushmills 10 year. If you haven't tried that single malt, you owe it to yourself.
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Post by: R Doug on December 05, 2015, 08:41:16 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on December 05, 2015, 08:22:26 PM
...Bushmills 10 year. If you haven't tried that single malt, you owe it to yourself.

It's good stuff. I've visited the distillery in County Antrim, Northern Ireland, UK.

My two favorite Irish Whiskeys are Red Breast and Midleton Very Rare. They're distilled in County Cork, Ireland.
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Post by: CLAY on December 05, 2015, 10:57:05 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on December 05, 2015, 08:22:26 PM
I like the Mount Gay,

My inner Beavis ig giggling.

I had a couple string bloodu Marys while watching fiootball. TIme for bed.
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Post by: Max Wedge on December 05, 2015, 11:31:01 PM: *like*
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 08, 2015, 10:14:20 PM: Had a Fourstring pumpkin beer while watching the Blackhawks beat the Predators. It was actually pretty good. Even the pieces of pumpkin in it too.
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Post by: stew71 on December 09, 2015, 12:55:04 PM: Picked up a bottle of this on Black Friday while visiting the in-laws for Thanksgiving in Reno. Screw that shopping shit. We beat the crowds and went bar-hopping at some of the local craft breweries and distilleries.

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Smooth stuff. :thumbsup:
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Post by: Max Wedge on December 09, 2015, 01:13:54 PM: Quote from: stew71 on December 09, 2015, 12:55:04 PM
Picked up a bottle of this on Black Friday while visiting the in-laws for Thanksgiving in Reno. Screw that shopping shit. We beat the crowds and went bar-hopping at some of the local craft breweries and distilleries.

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Smooth stuff. :thumbsup:

:headscratch:

Side note: I did find a local source for Bushmills 10 year! So that is back in stock at the Two-Stroke Pub.
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Post by: R Doug on December 13, 2015, 06:09:09 PM: At a friends for dinner.

Yes please

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Post by: Head on December 13, 2015, 08:32:02 PM: My father in law owning a store with a liquor license is great. Around the holidays is about the only time i really partake of some decent stuff.

Partial to Glenfiddish ( might be spelled wrong) 18yr.

Also have a friend with a bar with easily top 10 beer and Whiskey/burbon selection in the state. I'm looking to learn from him nest year.
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Post by: Flyer on December 19, 2015, 05:01:58 PM: Quote from: Head on December 13, 2015, 08:32:02 PM
Also have a friend with a bar with easily top 10 beer and Whiskey/burbon selection in the state.
Road trip!
:banana:

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 19, 2015, 05:23:17 PM: Just got back from Fourstrings. Had the care package refilled.

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Now which one first.
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Post by: coho on December 19, 2015, 07:29:20 PM: Quote from: Flyer on December 19, 2015, 05:01:58 PM
Quote from: Head on December 13, 2015, 08:32:02 PM
Also have a friend with a bar with easily top 10 beer and Whiskey/burbon selection in the state.
Road trip!
:banana:

I'm trying to find the basement of my intoxicants cabinet, guided by naartjje liquor.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on December 19, 2015, 08:04:09 PM: Mulled some of Fourstring's cider at a party tonight. It was a hit!

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Post by: CLAY on December 19, 2015, 08:47:25 PM: A friend had a 10 year old full bottle or Ardbeg, he found out he and his wife were pregnant, so he opened it. We were chatting- he found out how much I loved it and gave me a bit.

I had a really good day today so I'm having the last little bit.
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 19, 2015, 08:50:43 PM: Drunk post in 3-----2-----1-----------------------------
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Post by: mr.awesome on December 19, 2015, 09:10:41 PM: Growler of Kuhnhenns Simcoe Silly 8.5% American style Belgian. (is that an oxymoron)
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Post by: CLAY on December 19, 2015, 09:29:33 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 19, 2015, 08:50:43 PM
Drunk post in 3-----2-----1-----------------------------

Not from me- it was a small amount and I'm fighting a cold- plus that stuff is just too good to waste getting lit on it. It is to be enjoyed and savored. I might have another sip of something else, then it's time for bed. I'm try to beat this thing. :bigsmile:
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 19, 2015, 09:47:38 PM: O.K. Who kidnaped Clay?
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Post by: garry on December 20, 2015, 10:58:37 AM: Elijah Craig small batch last night (12 yo). A friend of a co-worker says it's the best deal on bourbon in PA right now. I think I still prefer Evan Williams single barrel as my under $30 bourbon.
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Post by: R Doug on December 20, 2015, 01:17:39 PM: Quote from: garry on December 20, 2015, 10:58:37 AM
Elijah Craig small batch last night (12 yo). A friend of a co-worker says it's the best deal on bourbon in PA right now. I think I still prefer Evan Williams single barrel as my under $30 bourbon.

Agreed. But, if you have a 12 year old, it's a rare find these days. Heaven Hill no longer puts an ages statement on Elijah Craig.

For some reason, my favorite under $30 go-to has been Four Roses. But, I'd be just as happy to have EV SB or Knob Creek.
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Post by: garry on December 20, 2015, 04:48:27 PM: Quote from: R Doug on December 20, 2015, 01:17:39 PM
Quote from: garry on December 20, 2015, 10:58:37 AM
Elijah Craig small batch last night (12 yo). A friend of a co-worker says it's the best deal on bourbon in PA right now. I think I still prefer Evan Williams single barrel as my under $30 bourbon.

Agreed. But, if you have a 12 year old, it's a rare find these days. Heaven Hill no longer puts an ages statement on Elijah Craig.

For some reason, my favorite under $30 go-to has been Four Roses. But, I'd be just as happy to have EV SB or Knob Creek.

I like the Four Roses Single Barrel better as well, but it's hard to find and the price has jumped up to $42 around here.
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Post by: R Doug on December 20, 2015, 05:52:38 PM: I'm drinking small batch, not the single barrel. Have you tried it?
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 20, 2015, 11:56:15 PM: Stopped at a friends place tonight and he had made his yearly batch of Glogg so I had to have a cup. The aroma alone will open up the worst case of nasal congestion.

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Post by: CLAY on December 23, 2015, 10:05:25 AM: It's 11 AM and I'm listening to Diane Rheam on NPR working in the barn on a couple guns:
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Whiskey, my own with cherry wood in it. #ChristmasBreakBegins. :bigok:
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 23, 2015, 10:07:56 AM: Guns and booze. :bigok:
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Post by: R Doug on December 23, 2015, 07:25:21 PM: Work Santa was good to me this year.

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Post by: R Doug on December 23, 2015, 07:28:36 PM: I've not had Glenmorangie before. This one is the PX Finish 12 year old. Damn it's fine. It has a very sweet smell with a smokey full bodied flavor and a nice non-spicey follow.

It was time for a blind taste test. I love all three of these, but my preference tonight is in order of left (favorite) to right.

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 24, 2015, 10:50:52 AM: Merry Christmas to me.

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Post by: CLAY on December 24, 2015, 07:09:27 PM: I love some cream whiskey... :inlove:

I'm balls deep into the Johnny Walker.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on December 24, 2015, 07:24:50 PM: Quote from: Cablebandit on December 24, 2015, 06:59:05 PM
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I'm nursing my injured shoulder with a heating pad and a glass of ^.

Merry Christmas, y'all!
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Post by: R Doug on December 24, 2015, 07:28:55 PM: Quote from: Cablebandit on December 24, 2015, 06:59:05 PM
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That stuff is the bomb diggity!
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On to the Nog. I love me some nog.
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Just enough Lauder's to make a good espresso lungo.
Some sippage prior to photograph, obviously.
Slàinte!
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on December 29, 2015, 06:18:18 PM: Champagne! To celebrate my dad's retirement today!!! 45 years of laboring for the man concluded today when he strolled into the office for the last time in his tuxedo!
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Post by: Flyer on December 29, 2015, 07:52:41 PM: I like his style.
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Post by: CLAY on December 29, 2015, 08:22:01 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on December 29, 2015, 06:18:18 PM
Champagne! To celebrate my dad's retirement today!!! 45 years of laboring for the man concluded today when he strolled into the office for the last time in his tuxedo!

Awesome. What did he do?

Me? Generally an Old Fashioned is a summer drink for me, but I'm on my second now. It sounded good after a few beers in the barn while I worled in there today.
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 29, 2015, 08:40:49 PM: On my second Sam Adams winter lager watching the Blackhawks and Coyotes. And it's only the first period.
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Post by: coho on December 29, 2015, 08:45:21 PM: Quote from: CLAY on December 29, 2015, 08:22:01 PM
Quote from: MrsCablebandit on December 29, 2015, 06:18:18 PM
Champagne! To celebrate my dad's retirement today!!! 45 years of laboring for the man concluded today when he strolled into the office for the last time in his tuxedo!

Awesome. What did he do?

Me? Generally an Old Fashioned is a summer drink for me, but I'm on my second now. It sounded good after a few beers in the barn while I worled in there today.

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Worled (http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Worled)

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Post by: mxvet57 on December 29, 2015, 08:55:26 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 29, 2015, 08:40:49 PM
On my second Sam Adams winter lager watching the Blackhawks and Coyotes. And it's only the first period.

Another dead solder. Need to pop open another one.
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Post by: CLAY on December 29, 2015, 09:04:18 PM: Quote from: coho on December 29, 2015, 08:45:21 PM
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Champagne! To celebrate my dad's retirement today!!! 45 years of laboring for the man concluded today when he strolled into the office for the last time in his tuxedo!

Awesome. What did he do?

Me? Generally an Old Fashioned is a summer drink for me, but I'm on my second now. It sounded good after a few beers in the barn while I worled in there today.

[url]http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Worled[/url] ([url]http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Worled[/url])

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:wave:

To clarify- not the urban dictionary meaning. Things have been much crazier at the compound. As for this?
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It's CHristmas break! You're dang right I did some of that! I had a Centennial at 11AM- that is worth worling!

I do enjoy the Old Fashinoned.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on December 29, 2015, 09:15:09 PM: Quote from: CLAY on December 29, 2015, 08:22:01 PM
Quote from: MrsCablebandit on December 29, 2015, 06:18:18 PM
Champagne! To celebrate my dad's retirement today!!! 45 years of laboring for the man concluded today when he strolled into the office for the last time in his tuxedo!

Awesome. What did he do?

Me? Generally an Old Fashioned is a summer drink for me, but I'm on my second now. It sounded good after a few beers in the barn while I worled in there today.
He worked for the state initially and then the agency went private - worker's compensation.

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Post by: CLAY on December 29, 2015, 09:57:00 PM: Very cool. COnbgrats to him!
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Post by: CLAY on December 30, 2015, 09:09:35 PM: Of all the days of Christimas break I ight have failed my liver the most today.

Th real problem is that I enjoy liquors in the world- ion theior various envorinments.

Like breakfast. I mean seriously- to see St Brenanmds in it's real encviroment one needs Irish Creeme with coffee. And may be a little reagular. I really do enjouy Irishi Creme.

Lunch? I live in Michigan- home to some of the best brewerires in the world. Founders, for example. Centennial IPA. Perfect with venison steak. No pictire of steak- maybe tomorrow (I have more).

Then I did some work. WOrked on one of my sleds- wouldn't figure out why it wouldn't wind out.

After an hour of troubleshooting it struck me- bad drive belt. Done.

For supper we wnt to my wing-man's house. I have lots of friends. I really love peopole- but I catagirize thenm into a few levels. There are those Whome I enjoy, but aren't close. I will help them out at anytiome with a call. I love them, but if I am in trouble, thy won't be my first call.

Next level: Those I would call when I am in trouble, like jail. These are friends whom are burdened with my friendship to a levell that I would call them if I gort in too deep and I am in jail and need to be bailed out. I love them.

Finaly level: Those who would be in jail with me. This is Ed my riding wiong man, with whoes family we had supper tonight. We brought pizza and a growler of delicsious love known as Founder's Redys Rye, but that only went so far. Foundr's IPA, his handmade (hand squeezed limes, eyc) margaritas, followed by siome Gentleman Jack. Sincere, great friends down to the basest of levels. We have been close to jail together

Now I am going to bed I think. Very lit, very tireed.
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 30, 2015, 09:21:49 PM: here we go again.
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Post by: viffergyrl on December 30, 2015, 10:09:57 PM: :lol:

G'night Clay
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Post by: R Doug on December 31, 2015, 06:10:21 AM: :clap:
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Post by: CLAY on December 31, 2015, 10:52:47 AM: Wow. That had some spelling errors and rambling thoughts.

Today I'm alive and well. Early breakfast with the boys even! :gdog:
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 31, 2015, 11:46:28 AM: Quote from: CLAY on December 31, 2015, 10:52:47 AM
Wow. That had some spelling errors and rambling thoughts.

Today I'm alive and well. Early breakfast with the boys even! :gdog:

But what will tonight bring.

We'll stay tuned.
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Post by: viffergyrl on December 31, 2015, 11:59:23 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on December 31, 2015, 11:46:28 AM
Quote from: CLAY on December 31, 2015, 10:52:47 AM
Wow. That had some spelling errors and rambling thoughts.

Today I'm alive and well. Early breakfast with the boys even! :gdog:

But what will tonight bring.

We'll stay tuned.

:withstupid:

Well it was heart-felt, that was clear. :thumbsup:
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Post by: mxvet57 on December 31, 2015, 02:03:22 PM: Just for the record I'm heading to the liquor store now. Maybe I'll see Clay.
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Post by: R Doug on December 31, 2015, 03:44:52 PM: :rolf:

If you see him, tell him I said, "hello." :wave:
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Post by: Flyer on December 31, 2015, 06:13:33 PM: 90% Rye Whisky.
Hard to come by, as it was rated "Whisky of the Year", but worth the search.
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Post by: CLAY on December 31, 2015, 11:33:59 PM: A good barrel-aged rum- my buddy had 12yo and 15yo. It was tasty, but we are home now- I'm sober and going to bed. Just tired. :redface:
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Post by: mr.awesome on January 01, 2016, 10:15:50 PM: 3 Dragon Mead sin eater dark Belgian Tripple. Followed by 3 new Holland mad hatter ipa. Time for bed.
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Post by: R Doug on January 04, 2016, 06:17:03 PM: I'm enjoying the initial TV coverage of the Dakar with a pour of one of my favorite Ryes.

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Post by: mxvet57 on January 05, 2016, 06:28:31 PM: I don't know where they come up with these beer names but here's tonight's selection.

Leinenkiugel's "Big Butt Doppelbock"

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Post by: fourstring on January 09, 2016, 07:32:03 PM: Much, much, much home brew with friends.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 09, 2016, 08:10:06 PM: Quote from: fourstring on January 09, 2016, 07:32:03 PM
Much, much, much home brew with friends.

And we also finished all the Glogg I brought over to. :snork:
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Post by: fourstring on January 09, 2016, 08:40:59 PM: That glogg was fantastic. It's bedtime, for unrelated reasons.
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Post by: R Doug on January 09, 2016, 10:25:30 PM: Blind test test this evening with friends.

My choices from #1 to last from the blind taste test...

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1. Pappy 15 (this is the 3rd time I've had Pappy 15 in a blind and chose it to be my favorite.

2. Black Maple Hill (good luck finding this anywhere)

3. High West Rye

4. Elijah Craig 18

5. Wild Turkey Master's Keep 17

6. Old Scout Rye

There really wasn't a bad one in the bunch but the top three stood out head and shoulders over the rest.

If I had to rank these based on value, the two Ryes would be on top.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 12, 2016, 04:36:41 PM: Working on a screw driver rite now. How about you Clay?
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Post by: Black Hills on January 12, 2016, 04:56:14 PM: it's our monthly "gator gathering", bunch of us that used to hang out at the old biker bar that closed down get together once a month. It's at a sports bar with a small selection of beer so probably a couple Rolling Rocks or maybe Sam adams.
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Post by: CLAY on January 12, 2016, 09:32:58 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 12, 2016, 04:36:41 PM
Working on a screw driver rite now. How about you Clay?

A little John Walker Black, but I have to teach tomorrow.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 12, 2016, 09:37:06 PM: Quote from: CLAY on January 12, 2016, 09:32:58 PM
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Working on a screw driver rite now. How about you Clay?

A little John Walker Black, but I have to teach tomorrow.

Had a second screwdriver and now I'm on my second beer. I don't have to teach tomorrow.
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Post by: Cookie on January 13, 2016, 04:21:54 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 12, 2016, 09:37:06 PM
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Quote from: mxvet57 on January 12, 2016, 04:36:41 PM
Working on a screw driver rite now. How about you Clay?

A little John Walker Black, but I have to teach tomorrow.

Had a second screwdriver and now I'm on my second beer. I don't have to teach tomorrow.
Are you a speeling teacher?

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Post by: mxvet57 on January 13, 2016, 08:03:40 AM: Quote from: Cookie on January 13, 2016, 04:21:54 AM
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Quote from: CLAY on January 12, 2016, 09:32:58 PM
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Working on a screw driver rite now. How about you Clay?

A little John Walker Black, but I have to teach tomorrow.

Had a second screwdriver and now I'm on my second beer. I don't have to teach tomorrow.
Are you a speeling teacher?

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No. What's your clue?
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 14, 2016, 09:17:40 PM: Had 3 of Fourstrings beers while watching the Blackhawks pound the Canadians. Don't know what the alcohol content is but if I had one more I could do some Clay quality drunk posts.

Now it's off to the boys room.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 14, 2016, 09:30:44 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 14, 2016, 09:17:40 PM

Now it's off to the boys room.

The back of your truck?
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 14, 2016, 09:43:08 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 14, 2016, 09:30:44 PM
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Now it's off to the boys room.

The back of your truck?

This is getting old.
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Post by: coho on January 14, 2016, 10:14:00 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 14, 2016, 09:17:40 PM
Had 3 of Fourstrings beers while watching the Blackhawks pound the Canadians. Don't know what the alcohol content is but if I had one more I could do some Clay quality drunk posts.

Now it's off to the boys room.

Save one apostrophe this post is perfect.

PS. The game was on in the taproom tonight and some good hocket was played.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 14, 2016, 10:25:35 PM: Quote from: coho on January 14, 2016, 10:14:00 PM

PS. The game was on in the taproom tonight and some good hocket was played.

Were you drinking too?
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Post by: coho on January 14, 2016, 10:50:26 PM: Yes. Yes I was.
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Post by: fourstring on January 15, 2016, 06:25:36 AM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 14, 2016, 09:17:40 PM
Had 3 of Fourstrings beers while watching the Blackhawks pound the Canadians. Don't know what the alcohol content is but if I had one more I could do some Clay quality drunk posts.

Now it's off to the boys room.

That depends a whole lot. The ones with the black and yellow caps are like 3 percent. The ones with the yellow caps are a little over 9. :lol:
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Post by: Max Wedge on January 15, 2016, 06:29:31 AM: visitors can't see pics , please register or login

It was served last night, anyway. Impressively smooth (as an anejo should be) and light (for an anejo) with a finish that just left happy memories in your mouth. Would drink again. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:
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Post by: R Doug on January 15, 2016, 06:23:40 PM: The next time I need Tequila, I now know what to get. Thanks.

For me tonight....

(I know, shocker)

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Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on January 15, 2016, 07:16:42 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 15, 2016, 06:23:40 PM
The next time I need Tequila, I now know what to get. Thanks.

Margaritas tonight?
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Post by: R Doug on January 15, 2016, 09:12:36 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 15, 2016, 07:16:42 PM
Quote from: R Doug on January 15, 2016, 06:23:40 PM
The next time I need Tequila, I now know what to get. Thanks.

Margaritas tonight?

Silly rabbit.

Whiskey!

I've had two generous pours of Four Roses Small Batch (finished off the bottle). And, Sheri had a pour of The Balvenie 12 Scotch.

Yep, Sheri is now hooked on the brown juice. She likes Scotch, not Bourbon. It's all good in the hood tonight.

Cheers!
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Post by: CLAY on January 15, 2016, 09:36:31 PM: A pour of JW Black after school followed by a pour of that good rum courtesy of Mrs. CB. For supper it was just a couple of PBR's with pizza. A pretty mellow night- we have my cousin's son out here from LA for a college visit overnight- he goes to the college tomorrow through Monday, here Monday night then home Tuesday AM.
Title: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: fourstring on January 17, 2016, 02:13:57 PM: Been a while since I posted a brew day.

Making the house saison, but at export strength by adding some Special B malt and wildflower honey. Coriander and blood orange peel should round out the Styrian Goldings hops.

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Also added a few cups of sugar to some apple juice, which will in no way whatsoever be used for ice distillation of applejack.

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Also drying out the spent grains, gonna experiment with some biscuits.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 17, 2016, 03:57:32 PM: Quote from: fourstring on January 17, 2016, 02:13:57 PM
Been a while since I posted a brew day.

I'm out. Just saying. Burp.
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Post by: Papa Lazarou on January 17, 2016, 04:08:57 PM: tonight-as much as it can.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 17, 2016, 04:09:21 PM: Quote from: fourstring on January 17, 2016, 02:13:57 PM

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Apple Korn (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apfelkorn)

I can't tell you how many bottles I drank. It was 30+ years ago. And often involved a breasty young lady named Jutta.
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Post by: fourstring on January 17, 2016, 04:15:39 PM: I'm married and drive a Jetta. Does that count?
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 17, 2016, 04:30:48 PM: Quote from: fourstring on January 17, 2016, 04:15:39 PM
I'm married and drive a Jetta. Does that count?

You forgot to mention it was a Jetta wagon. :bigsmile:
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 17, 2016, 04:47:23 PM: my third screwdriver. Number 4 coming soon.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 17, 2016, 04:49:33 PM: Y'all are not funny.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 17, 2016, 04:53:33 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 17, 2016, 04:49:33 PM
Y'all are not funny.

Have another drink.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 17, 2016, 05:05:26 PM: I will.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on January 20, 2016, 07:38:33 PM: Pimm's Cup...two of them. Good stuff!!!

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Post by: kneescrubber on January 20, 2016, 08:52:05 PM: Have you been to Pat O'brien's yet?
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on January 20, 2016, 09:10:59 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 20, 2016, 08:52:05 PM
Have you been to Pat O'brien's yet?

No. I did not care for Borboun Street.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 20, 2016, 09:12:45 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on January 20, 2016, 09:10:59 PM
Quote from: kneescrubber on January 20, 2016, 08:52:05 PM
Have you been to Pat O'brien's yet?

No. I did not care for Borboun Street.

Too many big ass beer booths? :lol:
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Post by: CLAY on January 20, 2016, 10:09:04 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 20, 2016, 09:12:45 PM
Quote from: MrsCablebandit on January 20, 2016, 09:10:59 PM
Quote from: kneescrubber on January 20, 2016, 08:52:05 PM
Have you been to Pat O'brien's yet?

No. I did not care for Borboun Street.

Too many big ass beer booths? :lol:

LOL- I rolled in to catch a couple of local bands in the morning when I was there 12 or so years ago. Buy one beer, get three free!
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Post by: Cablebandit on January 21, 2016, 09:03:25 AM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on January 20, 2016, 09:10:59 PM

No. I did not care for Borboun Street.

That's being diplomatic. :lol:
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 22, 2016, 04:58:56 AM: http://youtu.be/XOu_On_6vMY (http://youtu.be/XOu_On_6vMY)
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Post by: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 06:25:41 AM: Apparently, the bar is serving Mrs. Wedge and her sister pineapple upside-down shots :headscratch: which, apparently she loves. How do I know? While I was watching grandkids I got sent a random video of Mrs. Wedge, on stage, with a full band, playing the cowbell to the classic cowbell song, "Don't Fear the Reaper."

This is not unusual, as she somehow always end up on stage, either with a cowbell or a tambourine. She has her own at home and practices. This is my life.
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Post by: mr.awesome on January 22, 2016, 07:07:21 AM: Bells released their winter seasonal hop slam 10% double ipa. I was at trader joes picking up a few things and saw a guy with two six packs. I thought cool and checked the beer isle after I got my other stuff. No hop slam, what the hell. So I check the isle ends and see another guy carrying it. I ask him where he got it, he says they are unloading the truck now. Go to the back door and grab some. Sweet! Yes there are better beers but this stuff is very limited and is usually very hard to find, plus it is pretty tasty. Made a boring trip to TJ's much more pleasant.
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Post by: kneescrubber on January 22, 2016, 07:18:38 AM: Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 06:25:41 AM

This is not unusual, as she somehow always end up on stage, either with a cowbell or a tambourine. She has her own at home and practices. This is my life.

The pole dance comment is beginning to make sense now.
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Post by: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 07:41:21 AM: Quote from: kneescrubber on January 22, 2016, 07:18:38 AM
Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 06:25:41 AM

This is not unusual, as she somehow always end up on stage, either with a cowbell or a tambourine. She has her own at home and practices. This is my life.

The pole dance comment is beginning to make sense now.

:lol:

The road I travel in life is filled with interesting potholes, brambles and quagmires. 8)
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Post by: viffergyrl on January 22, 2016, 08:38:24 AM: Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 07:41:21 AM
Quote from: kneescrubber on January 22, 2016, 07:18:38 AM
Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 06:25:41 AM

This is not unusual, as she somehow always end up on stage, either with a cowbell or a tambourine. She has her own at home and practices. This is my life.

The pole dance comment is beginning to make sense now.

:lol:

The road I travel in life is filled with interesting potholes, brambles and quagmires. 8)

I believe you have mentioned that Mrs. Wedge is a redhead. 'Nough said.

Oh and a pineapple upside down cake shot recipe (http://www.drinksmixer.com/drinkn1m5204.html) Can also keep it simpler with vanilla- or cake-flavored vodka instead of the bourbon and peach schnapps...
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Post by: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 09:06:53 AM: Quote from: viffergyrl on January 22, 2016, 08:38:24 AM
Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 07:41:21 AM
Quote from: kneescrubber on January 22, 2016, 07:18:38 AM
Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 06:25:41 AM

This is not unusual, as she somehow always end up on stage, either with a cowbell or a tambourine. She has her own at home and practices. This is my life.

The pole dance comment is beginning to make sense now.

:lol:

The road I travel in life is filled with interesting potholes, brambles and quagmires. 8)

I believe you have mentioned that Mrs. Wedge is a redhead. 'Nough said.

Oh and a pineapple upside down cake shot recipe ([url]http://www.drinksmixer.com/drinkn1m5204.html[/url]) Can also keep it simpler with vanilla- or cake-flavored vodka instead of the bourbon and peach schnapps...

She is.

Thanks for the 'recipe' tips. I will have to try those in the Two-Stroke Pub!
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Post by: radon222 on January 22, 2016, 10:08:20 AM: Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 06:25:41 AM
Apparently, the bar is serving Mrs. Wedge and her sister pineapple upside-down shots :headscratch: which, apparently she loves. How do I know? While I was watching grandkids I got sent a random video of Mrs. Wedge, on stage, with a full band, playing the cowbell to the classic cowbell song, "Don't Fear the Reaper."

This is not unusual, as she somehow always end up on stage, either with a cowbell or a tambourine. She has her own at home and practices. This is my life.

Well? When will the Youtube upload be finished? ;D
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Post by: viffergyrl on January 22, 2016, 10:25:21 AM: She needs to take up the bagpipes so she can do that AC/DC song "It's a Long Way To The Top (If You Want To Rock 'n' Roll)". Can't have too much bagpipe.

Oooo... #4 could be bagpipe lessons...
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 11:29:44 AM: Quote from: radon222 on January 22, 2016, 10:08:20 AM
Quote from: Max Wedge on January 22, 2016, 06:25:41 AM
Apparently, the bar is serving Mrs. Wedge and her sister pineapple upside-down shots :headscratch: which, apparently she loves. How do I know? While I was watching grandkids I got sent a random video of Mrs. Wedge, on stage, with a full band, playing the cowbell to the classic cowbell song, "Don't Fear the Reaper."

This is not unusual, as she somehow always end up on stage, either with a cowbell or a tambourine. She has her own at home and practices. This is my life.

Well? When will the Youtube upload be finished? ;D

I have thought about it, and I might still do it. In the meantime, just imagine crazy redhead, front and center stage with a cowbell, backed up by two pianos. Yes, BOC with two pianos and a cowbell.

Quote from: viffergyrl on January 22, 2016, 10:25:21 AM
She needs to take up the bagpipes so she can do that AC/DC song "It's a Long Way To The Top (If You Want To Rock 'n' Roll)". Can't have too much bagpipe.

Oooo... #4 could be bagpipe lessons...

I like this idea. I may even just threaten her with that. No, I definitely will threaten her with that. I was thinking Spanish lessons in a total immersion school in Guatemala, but bagpipes might be fun too.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 23, 2016, 08:48:12 PM: I've got a cold but it's not bad enough for that.
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Post by: fourstring on January 24, 2016, 10:52:29 AM: Brew day - making an Indian ale. No, not an IPA.

Garam Masala, jaggery palm sugar, red millet, cardamom, and saffron into a light bodied, 'Jesus it's hot outside because India' ale base.

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The smell in my house doesn't suck.
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Post by: CLAY on January 30, 2016, 07:08:48 PM: Had a glass of hot spiced cider when I got home, then I remembered I had this:
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Mulled wine from one of the wineries up north. I LOVE mulled wine this time of year. I'm gonna heat glass number 2 in a minute...
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Post by: oilhed on January 31, 2016, 08:48:45 AM: A fine artisan hopped cider.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 31, 2016, 09:31:39 AM: Tried this last night.

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As a friend said it tasted somewhat like a wine cooker but carbonated.
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Post by: radon222 on January 31, 2016, 01:30:44 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on January 31, 2016, 09:31:39 AM
Tried this last night.

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As a friend said it tasted somewhat like a wine cooker but carbonated.
How was that? I saw it in the grocery store yesterday and almost picked up a six pack.

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Post by: R Doug on January 31, 2016, 01:46:17 PM: This is still my cocktail of choice for now.

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Post by: kneescrubber on January 31, 2016, 02:06:56 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 31, 2016, 01:46:17 PM
This is still my cocktail of choice for now.

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You could pay off your medical bills with that.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 31, 2016, 02:16:14 PM: Quote from: radon222 on January 31, 2016, 01:30:44 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on January 31, 2016, 09:31:39 AM
Tried this last night.

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As a friend said it tasted somewhat like a wine cooker but carbonated.
How was that? I saw it in the grocery store yesterday and almost picked up a six pack.

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Actually I liked it. You can defiantly taste the cranberries. I'd buy it again.
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: mxvet57 on January 31, 2016, 02:17:16 PM: Quote from: R Doug on January 31, 2016, 01:46:17 PM
This is still my cocktail of choice for now.

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Washing it down with some Whisky?
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Post by: R Doug on January 31, 2016, 03:12:28 PM: As a matter of fact, I am.
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Post by: thatguy on January 31, 2016, 04:29:43 PM: What's wrong with you? That's quite a mix ya got there.
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Post by: R Doug on January 31, 2016, 05:37:23 PM: Shingles.
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Post by: thatguy on January 31, 2016, 07:09:01 PM: Oh my. Sorry to hear that. Hope things clear up quickly.
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Post by: slayman on January 31, 2016, 07:17:33 PM: Lancaster Brewing Co.
UnderLord Acheron
Available in very limited supply, a special hybrid of our UnderLord Russian Imperial Stout and Winter Warmer Ales, makes for a truly one-of-a-kind beer experience. UnderLord Acheron is barrel aged in Kentucky bourbon and rye whiskey barrels for 12 months, producing intense notes of vanilla, coffee, oak and whiskey, tempered with a big malt backbone and warming finish.
ABV:10% IBU:50 OG:19 – Draft Only

If they say so...whatever it is, I like it.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 31, 2016, 07:26:13 PM: Drank my last Sam Adams so now it's screwdrivers. On my third.
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Post by: mxvet57 on January 31, 2016, 08:38:32 PM: Hockey all star game is over so I'm done drinking tonight.

Tally for the night is 1 Sam Adams and 4 large screwdrivers.
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Post by: Max Wedge on February 03, 2016, 09:19:37 PM: Black Russians Two-Stroke Pub style - with a dash of Cointreau to give it a little "WTF!?" factor.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 03, 2016, 09:24:56 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on February 03, 2016, 09:19:37 PM
Black Russians Two-Stroke Pub style - with a dash of Cointreau to give it a little "WTF!?" factor.

Were you washing down a Chicago style beef with that Russian.
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Post by: chornbe on February 04, 2016, 06:01:24 AM: Last night Liz and I washed down the day with a bottle of Black Ops we've been saving.

Damn good stuff.
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Post by: Stormcrow on February 04, 2016, 05:03:18 PM: Would that happen to be Brooklyn Brewery's Black Ops? If so, very nice - I have two bottles stashed in the wine cooler. [emoji106]

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Post by: viffergyrl on February 05, 2016, 08:00:07 PM: This while I prepare a 'grandma' pizza. More later.
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Post by: Max Wedge on February 05, 2016, 08:46:06 PM: Rum Chada and Fireball. Discreetly sipped from my coffee mug. You never ask what G-poppy has in his coffee mug.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 05, 2016, 10:31:25 PM: Met some friends at the local gin mill. Had 3 Sam Adams on tap and a club sandwich with fries and soup for dinner.
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Post by: Meemuh on February 06, 2016, 03:25:18 PM: Research for our summer trip to bourbon country.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 06, 2016, 09:02:41 PM: You might want to work on your picture posting skills first.

My neck hurts.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 07, 2016, 08:55:41 PM: Quote from: R Doug on February 07, 2016, 06:14:07 PM
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Pain killers?
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Post by: R Doug on February 07, 2016, 09:00:49 PM: Sleeping with shingles is tricky.

Need sleep.

This is a tasty way to get a head start.
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Post by: Meemuh on February 07, 2016, 09:02:59 PM: I'll have to try both of those...
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Post by: viffergyrl on February 08, 2016, 09:34:56 AM: Yesterday, after a day of riding and scoring a Jalama Beach burger, we came home and enjoyed this.
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Post by: Black Hills on February 13, 2016, 10:21:21 PM: My friend Jeff is out for the weekend and he brought a bottle of red breast 12. :)
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Post by: R Doug on February 14, 2016, 07:44:04 AM: That's one of my favorite Irish whiskies. :inlove:
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Post by: Stormcrow on February 16, 2016, 05:47:19 PM: Trying to catch a taste of summer with an elderberry saison by Nedloh Brewing, Bloomfield NY - in the beautiful Finger Lakes of NY.

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Post by: Stormcrow on February 21, 2016, 08:19:18 PM: Just arrived back from a long weekend in New York City with my teenage son and a buddy of his. Trying to settle the road buzz...
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I did get to the old neighborhood in Williamsburg Brooklyn and stopped into the Brooklyn Brewery. (I was living in Williamsburg when the brewery opened in 1996 and have been a fan ever since). While the boys happily conversed with the hipster computer developers testing some new video games, I tested some new products from the brewery and came home with a couple bottles of the first 2016 Brooklyn Quarterly Experiment - Improved Old Fashioned. It's a strong rye beer with spices and peels aged in WhistlePig Rye Whiskey barrels. For those unfamiliar, Whistlepig is an outstanding rye whiskey distilled in the Champlain Valley of Vermont. I cannot recommend it enough.

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Intensely flavored, strong spices, and a darn good ale-based interpretation of an old fashioned cocktail.
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Post by: R Doug on February 21, 2016, 08:31:05 PM: I'll need to see if I can find that beer here.
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Post by: Stormcrow on February 21, 2016, 08:43:46 PM: Quote from: R Doug on February 21, 2016, 08:31:05 PM
I'll need to see if I can find that beer here.

If, on occasion, you enjoy a well-made old fashioned and appreciate a finely crafted beer; you will enjoy this ale.
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Post by: Black Hills on February 22, 2016, 08:06:46 AM: a friend from the other side of the state was out for the weekend, he brought a bottle of Red Breast 12. tasty stuff!!
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Post by: CLAY on February 27, 2016, 05:59:30 PM: My whiskey with maple syrup that my dad made ont he farm:
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VERY tasty! I have to play with the ratio, then I'm gonna mix up a couple bottles.
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Post by: mxvet57 on February 27, 2016, 06:38:11 PM: what's that floating in the glass?
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Post by: R Doug on February 27, 2016, 06:50:17 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on February 27, 2016, 06:38:11 PM
what's that floating in the glass?

Looks like a sliver of ice ice baby.

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Post by: R Doug on February 27, 2016, 06:56:08 PM: As per the "pictures of food" thread, Sheri and I went to a local Irish bar for dinner this evening.

The bar served me...

Midleton Vary Rare (https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/midleton-very-rare-whiskey/)

Oban 14 Year Old (https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/oban-14-year-old-whisky/?srh=1)

Bulleit Rye (https://www.masterofmalt.com/whiskies/bulleit/bulleit-rye-whiskey/?srh=1)

and

Fullstream Brewery, "Coffee is For Closers." (http://www.beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/23145/169605/?ba=tdm168)
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on February 27, 2016, 09:08:38 PM: Quote from: R Doug on February 27, 2016, 06:50:17 PM
Quote from: mxvet57 on February 27, 2016, 06:38:11 PM
what's that floating in the glass?

Looks like a sliver of ice ice baby.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on March 05, 2016, 04:58:49 PM: I dunno, but it was orange and very tasty.
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Post by: radon222 on March 11, 2016, 03:44:31 PM: I've been treated to a nice home-brewed (by number1 son) chocolate stout.

But in other news: It was bound to happen sooner than later

http://wavy.com/2016/03/11/applebees-employee-accidentally-serves-alcoholic-root-beer-to-three-kids/ (http://wavy.com/2016/03/11/applebees-employee-accidentally-serves-alcoholic-root-beer-to-three-kids/)
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Post by: Black Hills on March 11, 2016, 04:03:51 PM: Quote from: radon222 on March 11, 2016, 03:44:31 PM
I've been treated to a nice home-brewed (by number1 son) chocolate stout.

But in other news: It was bound to happen sooner than later

[url]http://wavy.com/2016/03/11/applebees-employee-accidentally-serves-alcoholic-root-beer-to-three-kids/[/url] ([url]http://wavy.com/2016/03/11/applebees-employee-accidentally-serves-alcoholic-root-beer-to-three-kids/[/url])

A bit of an overreaction IMO?
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Post by: kneescrubber on March 11, 2016, 05:48:23 PM: Quote from: Black Hills on March 11, 2016, 04:03:51 PM
Quote from: radon222 on March 11, 2016, 03:44:31 PM
I've been treated to a nice home-brewed (by number1 son) chocolate stout.

But in other news: It was bound to happen sooner than later

[url]http://wavy.com/2016/03/11/applebees-employee-accidentally-serves-alcoholic-root-beer-to-three-kids/[/url] ([url]http://wavy.com/2016/03/11/applebees-employee-accidentally-serves-alcoholic-root-beer-to-three-kids/[/url])

A bit of an overreaction IMO?

Or a setup.

Plaintif
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“This is a 5.9 percent alcoholic drink,” he said. “They don’t even serve root beer here at this establishment.”

Then why was root beer requested?
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 11, 2016, 06:19:56 PM: Beer tonight. Don't know what kind of beer but beer will be had.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on March 12, 2016, 02:05:18 AM: Ginger ale with a two-percocet chaser. Bottoms up! Yay shoulder surgery!!!
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Post by: Head on March 12, 2016, 05:48:29 PM: Quote from: MrsCablebandit on March 12, 2016, 02:05:18 AM
Ginger ale with a two-percocet chaser. Bottoms up! Yay shoulder surgery!!!
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 12, 2016, 08:55:27 PM: Quote from: Head on March 12, 2016, 05:48:29 PM
Quote from: MrsCablebandit on March 12, 2016, 02:05:18 AM
Ginger ale with a two-percocet chaser. Bottoms up! Yay shoulder surgery!!!
Title: Re: What's the bar serving tonight?
Post by: CLAY on March 13, 2016, 07:37:46 PM: Friday night: Many Founders brews were had whilsy playing cards with the boys in the barn. The place still smells like a bar...

Saturday morning was slow.
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Post by: mxvet57 on March 13, 2016, 09:21:23 PM: Quote from: CLAY on March 13, 2016, 07:37:46 PM
Friday night: Many Founders brews were had whilsy playing cards with the boys in the barn. The place still smells like a bar...

Saturday morning was slow.

Clay today is Sunday.
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Post by: CLAY on March 13, 2016, 09:32:35 PM: :eek:
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Post by: Black Hills on March 13, 2016, 10:39:10 PM: Went for a quick rip on the KTM. Stopped at the local pub and had a Dale's pale ale and a mirror pond before coming home to make supper for the young one when she got off work.
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Post by: R Doug on March 16, 2016, 07:53:52 PM: The bar is serving he last of the BT

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Post by: R Doug on March 17, 2016, 07:13:41 PM: slainte!

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Post by: CLAY on March 18, 2016, 05:50:52 PM: Limited release, I have one bottle:
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#19 rated beer in the country currently. It has been higher. VERY hard to get!

Linky (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=Founders+Kentucky+Breakfast+Stout+rating)

Grand Rapids really is Beer City USA. Now I just need to find the right time to drink it.
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Post by: R Doug on March 26, 2016, 08:42:45 PM: I finished a bottle of Blanton's at the bar tonight and scored an "L" top.

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Post by: mxvet57 on March 26, 2016, 09:51:09 PM: Those eyes are looking a little dilated.
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Post by: R Doug on March 27, 2016, 05:53:04 AM: You may celebrate yours everyday, but I only celebrate mine once a year. ;)
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Post by: CLAY on April 01, 2016, 04:43:33 PM: Rum. My own. I really should water itr down, and gae some. This one could be trouble. I need bigger barrels and distillate containser.
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Post by: viffergyrl on April 01, 2016, 05:10:03 PM: Yup. It's trouble all right. :rolf:
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Post by: CLAY on April 01, 2016, 06:27:22 PM: The grain sweet whjsikey is good otoo! I'm dfone for the day. And it's 7:30./

Now I need some food.
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Post by: fourstring on April 01, 2016, 07:03:44 PM: Brewed an ESB and a brown pub ale a month or so ago. They're not my favorite, so I counter intuitively have to drink all of them soon to get them out of the house.
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Post by: R Doug on April 01, 2016, 09:08:15 PM: I'm out of town this weekend and was able to pick up something new-to-me at the local ABC store to keep me company in my hotel room.

All this image lacks is bacon to be more manly.

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Post by: mxvet57 on April 01, 2016, 11:15:34 PM: Quote from: fourstring on April 01, 2016, 07:03:44 PM
Brewed an ESB and a brown pub ale a month or so ago. They're not my favorite, so I counter intuitively have to drink all of them soon to get them out of the house.

I've got six empty bottles.
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Post by: CLAY on April 02, 2016, 09:09:57 PM: Some bar at a hotel with a guy named Mike who installs wraps on trucks. We came to Detroit, did the Henrey Ford Museum and Rouge factory tour (highly reconmend) and are T the hotel. My dear wife is watching the kids swim. Some cheap whiskey and tales being told with a new friend. This is my happy place.

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Post by: Max Wedge on April 02, 2016, 09:18:18 PM: Helped my son move some more stuff to his new domicile, now enjoying a Black Russian. Gonna miss seeing those grand kids every day, but it is for the best, and they are only 1.5 miles away.
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Post by: mr.awesome on April 02, 2016, 09:58:41 PM: Quote from: R Doug on April 01, 2016, 09:08:15 PM
I'm out of town this weekend and was able to pick up something new-to-me at the local ABC store to keep me company in my hotel room.

All this image lacks is bacon to be more manly.

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Something motorcycle related as well! Maybe key's to a Ford GT or Dodge hellcat instead of the toyota key's

:blbl: Oh and a garter belt. :leghump: (No disrespect to Sheri)
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Post by: mr.awesome on April 02, 2016, 10:03:16 PM: 2 new Belgium citridelic, 2 new holland mad hatter, 1- atwater black and cran, 1 new holland poet, 1 finger woodford reserve.
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Post by: coho on April 02, 2016, 10:07:04 PM: Quote from: mr.awesome on April 02, 2016, 09:58:41 PM
Quote from: R Doug on April 01, 2016, 09:08:15 PM
I'm out of town this weekend and was able to pick up something new-to-me at the local ABC store to keep me company in my hotel room.

All this image lacks is bacon to be more manly.

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Something motorcycle related as well! Maybe key's to a Ford GT or Dodge hellcat instead of the toyota key's

:blbl: Oh and a garter belt. :leghump: (No disrespect to Sheri)

Also a knife of some kind. Maybe a cleaver.

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And a sandwich. Men love sandwiches.

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Post by: coho on April 02, 2016, 10:10:39 PM: PS. Tonight is Fremont Brewing 77 Select which they call a Session IPA. It seems like a big malty Amber to me. Hoppy, but not in an IPA way. It's really good.

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Post by: mxvet57 on April 02, 2016, 11:25:56 PM: Neighbor dropped off a case of Linengogles Summer Shanty for helping him to sync the carbs on his KZ900.
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Post by: R Doug on April 03, 2016, 05:45:21 AM: Quote from: mr.awesome on April 02, 2016, 09:58:41 PM

Something motorcycle related as well! Maybe key's to a Ford GT or Dodge hellcat instead of the toyota key's

:blbl: Oh and a garter belt. :leghump: (No disrespect to Sheri)

Quote from: coho on April 02, 2016, 10:07:04 PM

Also a knife of some kind. Maybe a cleaver.

Points taken. :lol:
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Post by: chornbe on April 03, 2016, 05:51:45 AM: Quote from: R Doug on April 01, 2016, 09:08:15 PM

All this image lacks is bacon to be more manly.

uh... room service?
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Post by: Black Hills on April 06, 2016, 08:00:06 PM: Thanks to my bootlegger I will be enjoying spotted cow tonight.
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Post by: mxvet57 on April 06, 2016, 08:37:36 PM: Quote from: Black Hills on April 06, 2016, 08:00:06 PM
Thanks to my bootlegger I will be enjoying spotted cow tonight.
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YOU BASTAGE. :twofinger: :twofinger: :twofinger: :twofinger: :twofinger: :twofinger:

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Post by: Black Hills on April 06, 2016, 11:05:42 PM: I'm sure there is plenty left for the locals Ed.
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Post by: mxvet57 on April 07, 2016, 10:46:53 AM: Quote from: Black Hills on April 06, 2016, 11:05:42 PM
I'm sure there is plenty left for the locals Ed.

I guess I'll have to check today.
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Post by: kneescrubber on April 22, 2016, 07:59:46 PM: Had one of these tonight. It's kinda pricey at $13 for 750 ml. But the 13.2% alcohol content puts it into wine territory.

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Very tasty. Licorice, chocolate and burnt wood. Definitely not sweet.

It reminds me of a real Porter.
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Post by: chornbe on April 22, 2016, 08:20:07 PM: That bottle I just drank was, in fact, not my father's root beer.
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Post by: kneescrubber on April 22, 2016, 09:12:00 PM: Quote from: chornbe on April 22, 2016, 08:20:07 PM
That bottle I just drank was, in fact, not my father's root beer.

No. No it wasn't.
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Post by: Skee on April 24, 2016, 02:28:43 PM: Nice sunny afternoon. Walked around the neighborhood. Talked to the neighbors. Now to relax with a brisk Pisco Sour. First pic uploaded from my new Nikon D5300. Drunk post to follow.

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Post by: mxvet57 on April 24, 2016, 10:06:59 PM: Frank, your neighbors actually talk to you? :headscratch:
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Post by: Skee on April 25, 2016, 05:30:00 PM: They use a lot of words that aren't in the dictionary.
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Post by: kneescrubber on April 25, 2016, 06:02:20 PM: Especially after a few sours.
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Post by: Skee on April 25, 2016, 08:41:13 PM: Hey, my neighbors are pretty smart. They knew I wasn't riding a Harley.
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Post by: R Doug on April 26, 2016, 07:15:26 PM: The more I got into appreciating Bourbon, the less I enjoyed one of the most recognizable Bourbons on the market. As my pallet matured, I found Makers Mark to be bland of complex flavor and a little too sweet. Look, I have a sweet tooth and enjoy sweets with the best of you. But, too much is too much and that can be a problem with whetted Bourbons.

Now, enter the higher proof Barrel Proof Makers and I believe it darn near balances out flavor and heat near perfect levels. Is it as good as the top whetted Bourbons on the market like Pappy and William Larue Weller? No, but it does a mighty fine job for the money. And, best if luck finding the other two mentioned on the shelf at retail price. If you do, stock up on it (and call me because I'll buy it all from you).

I purchased this last Saturday and the bottle already has a dent in it.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on April 26, 2016, 07:21:51 PM: Picked up some Bailey's and Jameson when moving between the funeral mass for my uncle and the luncheon. Been sipping on that all day. Also had a Miller Lite in his honor. :hurl:
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Post by: R Doug on April 26, 2016, 07:50:48 PM: I am sorry for your loss.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on April 27, 2016, 07:54:23 AM: Quote from: R Doug on April 26, 2016, 07:50:48 PM
I am sorry for your loss.

Thanks, Doug.
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Post by: CLAY on April 28, 2016, 02:59:41 PM: Yes, sorry for your loss Maggie.

I had the day off today- I spent it working on the big tank. I'm currently sanding whilst pausing now and again to have some of Head's brews! I know someone that brought them down for me...

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Post by: Head on April 28, 2016, 03:12:14 PM: Cool beans CLAY.

Last night I had some New Glarus brought to me by another intern I somehow acquired. Moon Man Pale and Two Women Lager, both great easy drinkin beers.

I would have picks but I bricked my phone taking it for a dip in the Virgin Islands last week.
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Post by: CLAY on April 28, 2016, 04:01:21 PM: They were fantastic, by the way!
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Post by: mxvet57 on April 28, 2016, 09:18:29 PM: Quote from: Head on April 28, 2016, 03:12:14 PM
Cool beans CLAY.

Last night I had some New Glarus brought to me by another intern I somehow acquired. Moon Man Pale and Two Women Lager, both great easy drinkin beers.

Will you have any left? I'll be up that way around the end of May.
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Post by: R Doug on May 07, 2016, 07:24:57 AM: It's derby day which can mean only one thing.

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The mint simple syrup has been strained and is now in the fridge chilling for the derby party later this afternoon.
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Post by: Skee on May 07, 2016, 07:47:39 AM: You had me worried for a moment. I thought that looked like kale.
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Post by: R Doug on May 07, 2016, 08:43:24 PM: No kale drinks for me. It's mint from our garden.

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My boy said "Dad- what are these?" (by the checkout). I figured I'd try one.

It tasted like ass, but I understand the name.
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Post by: mxvet57 on May 08, 2016, 12:44:00 AM: Went to Fourstrings for a party. To say the least I was not walking a strait line sorta like Clay.
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Post by: R Doug on May 08, 2016, 06:00:26 AM: Quote from: CLAY on May 07, 2016, 09:42:50 PM

My boy said "Dad- what are these?" (by the checkout). I figured I'd try one.

It tasted like ass, but I understand the name.

:rolf:
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Post by: Skee on May 21, 2016, 12:46:44 PM: It may be a little late to post this...

Buffalo Brewery Hosts Budweiser Buyback To Make Streets “Safe” (http://www.communitybeerworks.com/2016/05/beer-buyback-saturday/)

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Most “buy backs” or anonymous drop-offs are related to a presumable scourge on the streets, where threats to civic welfare and matters of personal safety are at hand. Which is why you’ll often hear of communities hosting drop-offs of things like guns, knives, drug paraphernalia, and now, apparently, Budweiser.

This Saturday, May 21st, Buffalo’s Community Beer Works will be hosting an actual, honest-to-goodness Anheuser Busch Beer Buyback. From 12pm to 8pm, citizens of Buffalo can bring their unused Anheuser Busch products to 15 Lafayette Street, the site of the CBW brewery, no questions asked. In return for that unopened bottle of Bud Light or, god forbid, can of Bud Light Lime Raz-Ber-Rita, Buffalo citizens will receive $1 toward the price of a beer at Community Beer Works’ retail location.

Don’t expect to get rich, the cap is just $2 per person. But according to the CBW, Buffalo’s first nanobrewery, monetary gain isn’t really the spirit of the buyback. “We don’t care where the Anheuser Busch product came from or how you acquired it. You don’t even have to pretend someone left it in your fridge after a party,” CBW’s Chief Operating Officer Chris Smith says in the press release. “We just want it off our streets.”

When asked why Smith and the CBW are calling for such an urgent buyback of Budweiser, aka “America,” Smith insisted “it’s clear that Unintended Consumption of Anheuser Busch (UCAB) can have possible negative side effects. In our anecdotal experience, we’ve seen far too many friends suffer from loss of taste enjoyment and paroxysms of patriotism.” In fact, Smith is so concerned for his fellow Buffalonians (we know that’s probably wrong) he recommends they transport their Budweiser products in the trunk.

Considering the CBW’s opinions on the apparent and immediate danger of Budweiser products, the question remains: how to dispose of them? Should cans of “America” be given proper patriotic attention upon their destruction? “You know what’s American?,” says Smith. “Collecting all this beer and then blowing it up on the Fourth of July. While drinking good beer and making our streets beer safe for our kids.”

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Post by: mxvet57 on May 21, 2016, 03:36:56 PM: If I showed this to a guy down the street he would loose it. He thinks Budweiser is the only beer in the world. :lol:
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Post by: R Doug on May 21, 2016, 03:38:42 PM: That's funny, Frank.

I saw this at the store today and decided to give it a try.

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Post by: thatguy on May 21, 2016, 06:23:28 PM: Well what does 12 year old JD taste like?
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Post by: R Doug on May 21, 2016, 08:48:06 PM: It's rather bland. Drinkable, but not very memorable.
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Post by: thatguy on May 21, 2016, 10:49:34 PM: Like whiskey with character?

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Post by: R Doug on May 22, 2016, 06:18:03 AM: Well, darn. My local ABC had that one in stock and I passed because I didn't know anything about it.
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Post by: thatguy on May 22, 2016, 10:22:00 AM: It's Rye whiskey and very different from what you'd expect. It's a young whiskey only 6 years old. It's a love it or hate it whiskey but definitely worth a try. Not for everyday however a good strong cigar won't drown it out. If you smoke a good Cuban or Honduran smoke is a great pairing. Used to be made near my hometown but has been bought out and is now made in Kentucky. They've done a good job.

If you find you've a taste for rye whiskey Knob Creek makes one. So does Rittenhouse but it's a dear price to pay.
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Post by: Max Wedge on May 27, 2016, 04:24:13 PM: This:

edit: after multiple samples, I can attest that this is the proverbial "velvet hammer". Smooth, mild, flavorful and deceivingly potent. Has a clean finish with a clear agave nose. Evaporates off the tongue and leaves you wanting more. Hints of it's fruitiness, but not overbearing. Like an intoxicating woman, it leaves a little mystery. I wish I could buy you all a sipper of it.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on May 28, 2016, 02:16:17 PM: I love tequila. Now I know one to add to the bar.
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Post by: CLAY on May 28, 2016, 10:42:38 PM: Loys.
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Post by: Skee on June 04, 2016, 05:20:14 PM: Perhaps my favorite tempranillo - this one's been languishing in the cellar for some time. I even used the expensive glassware!

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Post by: radon222 on June 14, 2016, 11:06:00 AM: Happy National Bourbon Day!!

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http://www.nationalbourbonday.com/ (http://www.nationalbourbonday.com/)
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Post by: mr.awesome on June 25, 2016, 07:22:27 AM: Stone, Quadro Triticale (you trekkies will get the name) Belgian quad. Yummy stuff. :beerchug:
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Post by: jadziadax8 on June 25, 2016, 07:38:18 PM: Quote from: mr.awesome on June 25, 2016, 07:22:27 AM
Stone, Quadro Triticale (you trekkies will get the name) Belgian quad. Yummy stuff. :beerchug:

I hope you're not getting into too much tribble tonight.
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Post by: coho on June 25, 2016, 10:14:37 PM: I'm sure there'll be no tribble a'tall.
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Post by: mxvet57 on June 26, 2016, 06:55:49 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on June 25, 2016, 07:38:18 PM
Quote from: mr.awesome on June 25, 2016, 07:22:27 AM
Stone, Quadro Triticale (you trekkies will get the name) Belgian quad. Yummy stuff. :beerchug:

I hope you're not getting into too much tribble tonight.

One of the best Star Trek episodes.
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Post by: CLAY on July 12, 2016, 04:39:33 PM: My own homemade fireball. I put two atomic fireballs into a bottle of my whiskey. Pretty good!

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Post by: mxvet57 on July 13, 2016, 09:39:26 AM: Looks like your watering your lawn.
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Post by: Head on July 13, 2016, 05:31:04 PM: Drinking Oberon in a can. Its good.
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Post by: CLAY on July 13, 2016, 10:11:44 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on July 13, 2016, 09:39:26 AM
Looks like your watering your lawn.

Pop up thunderstorm. Rained like mad for 20 minutes.
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Post by: R Doug on July 15, 2016, 09:03:47 PM: After visiting the distillery on a motorcycle trip a few months back, I was finally able to score a bottle of their delicious single barrel (on the right below).

120 proof and very tasty!

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Post by: R Doug on July 15, 2016, 09:54:08 PM: By far, that's one of the best tasting whiskies I've had in a while. It's actually well worth the $60 cost.

I like finding reviews of stuff after I've had it and collected my thoughts.

Others agree. :)

http://mountainmessenger.com/worlds-best-single-barrel-bourbon-award-goes-smooth-ambler/ (http://mountainmessenger.com/worlds-best-single-barrel-bourbon-award-goes-smooth-ambler/)
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 16, 2016, 10:32:08 AM: Had some Polish beer (don't know the name) from a friend that tasted like it was brewed from the water that they clean fish with.
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Post by: R Doug on July 16, 2016, 02:08:54 PM: That doesn't read like a glowing review. ;D
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Post by: Skee on July 16, 2016, 05:36:28 PM: Was it Pilsudski Piwo? That stuff is downright p water. Lech pilsner is pretty good although it's brewed for a European palate.

After dinner drinks tonight. Chops on the grill with a balsamic demi glaze.
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Post by: Andrew on July 16, 2016, 10:00:19 PM: nothing special, but it is Saturday night

Enjoying a Cuba-Liebre (can't spell for sheet) but translated "Free Cuba" Rum and coke with a twist of lemon

Seems ironic now that the over-loards have allowed the serfs to travle to Cuba. Maybe a boat ride south of the Keys should be in the vacation planning.
Must be the Rum talking :snork:
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Post by: stew71 on July 22, 2016, 02:07:16 AM: Putting away the better part of a bottle of homemade Syrah wine....from Lodi grapes.

Not too bad....no drunk posting yet....but stay tuned....
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Post by: Skee on July 24, 2016, 11:49:50 AM: Watching the sunset

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Post by: Skee on July 25, 2016, 07:15:51 AM: Lunch today. I started early.

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Post by: mxvet57 on July 25, 2016, 10:46:11 AM: Quote from: Skee on July 24, 2016, 11:49:50 AM
Watching the sunset

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Are you in Africa?
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Post by: Skee on July 25, 2016, 12:24:08 PM: What clued you in? The plates I'll bet. Waiting for mo betta sunset tonight.

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Post by: R Doug on July 25, 2016, 06:34:02 PM: Nice plates! Can you pick up Ed a set?
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Post by: jadziadax8 on July 25, 2016, 07:07:53 PM: A chenin blanc. South Africa.
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Post by: Skee on July 26, 2016, 02:27:52 AM: Knowing Ed, he'd rather some grilled Kudu steaks to serve on his old plates. Tastier than Elk IMO.
Dont to think I'll get them through customs.
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Post by: Jim on July 26, 2016, 02:30:49 AM: Kona Brewing Company's Wailua Wheat
http://konabrewingco.com/blog/beers/wailua-wheat-ale/ (http://konabrewingco.com/blog/beers/wailua-wheat-ale/)

A curious thing for a local store to have in stock.

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Post by: Skee on July 26, 2016, 12:19:42 PM: Today's beer And a gorge of the same name

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Post by: mxvet57 on July 26, 2016, 04:20:32 PM: Nice photochop.
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Post by: coho on July 26, 2016, 04:34:43 PM: Balvenie 14year aged in a rum cask.
Did not take a picture.
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Post by: R Doug on July 26, 2016, 08:52:22 PM: Frank's product placement is winning.
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Post by: Max Wedge on July 29, 2016, 06:40:48 AM: Reservade De Don Julio Anejo. Light and complex as a good anejo should be. Agave flavors are subdued, and blend nicely with the overall richness. Dances on the tongue but does not overstay its welcome. The blending gives it a wonderfully mixed nose, and it has legs that have an amazing hang time. This one has now taken its place in my top 3 favorites.
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Post by: Papa Lazarou on July 29, 2016, 03:20:24 PM: cheese.
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Post by: mxvet57 on July 29, 2016, 04:29:24 PM: And wine.
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Post by: R Doug on July 29, 2016, 07:51:46 PM: The best brown juice in my cabinet right now. Strong but tastey without a burn.

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Post by: Skee on August 02, 2016, 11:15:44 AM: Quote from: coho on July 26, 2016, 04:34:43 PM
Balvenie 14year aged in a rum cask.
Did not take a picture.

Very tasty. I like.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on August 03, 2016, 07:44:59 PM: Last night was:

1. A whole bottle of rose

2. Two shots of jaegermeister

3. Some of Fourstring's homemade cider

Today was not fun.

Oh, did I mention I hosted a Scot last night?
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Post by: Max Wedge on August 04, 2016, 06:34:41 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on August 03, 2016, 07:44:59 PM
Last night was:

1. A whole bottle of rose

2. Two shots of jaegermeister

3. Some of Fourstring's homemade cider

Today was not fun.

Oh, did I mention I hosted a Scot last night?

:lol:
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Post by: mxvet57 on August 08, 2016, 07:54:36 PM: Only in Wisconsin.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on August 08, 2016, 08:37:42 PM: Oooo, Fourstring and Sprout are up at the Dells right now. Sending text for cherry beer now.

I've recovered from last Tuesday, if you couldn't guess.
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Post by: sleazy rider on August 10, 2016, 07:14:26 PM: One of those rare nights of indulgence. A Founders Dirty Bastard with dinner.

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Post by: Flyer on August 10, 2016, 08:33:25 PM: Duca Catemario Privata Collezione Pinot Grigio.
Gosh, I love Italian food.
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Post by: CLAY on August 14, 2016, 07:26:46 AM: Cheap Old Fashioned taste test.
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The agreed order of finish: Four Roses- first, Evan Williams, close second, Teachers, distant third. I don't think the Teacher's conducts itself well in an Old Fashioned. Maybe a bit too peaty? That said, I'd take it over nothing! :bigok:
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Post by: CLAY on August 19, 2016, 09:00:20 PM: Oh boy. Balls deep into the beers when my brtther in law shows up for a couopkle. I ttok his kids home (my nephews and nierce) to swim in the pool. I had had a few- which led to a few more. By then, I was reading, enjoiying a cigar.

Supper comes- with it, a steak and brwew:
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Sopme homebrew. Good.

I'm done eating andy my buddy (wingman) text me- asks uidf we are just hanging out. "Yes! Come on down!"

Next up- a couploe of me and Lord Business ghetting to business Old Fashioneds. I love me an old fashioned.
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Then he mixes up sope of his really quite locally famous (at least among our small circle of friensds) Margaritas.. At this point I'm preety much game over.

That saiod I m,ight mix up another Old Fashoined. I love whiskey and bitters. And in the pool. That is all.
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Post by: viffergyrl on August 19, 2016, 09:21:01 PM: Quote from: CLAY on August 19, 2016, 09:00:20 PM
Oh boy. Balls deep into the beers when my brtther in law shows up for a couopkle. I ttok his kids home (my nephews and nierce) to swim in the pool. I had had a few- which led to a few more. By then, I was reading, enjoiying a cigar.

Supper comes- with it, a steak and brwew:
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Sopme homebrew. Good.

I'm done eating andy my buddy (wingman) text me- asks uidf we are just hanging out. "Yes! Come on down!"

Next up- a couploe of me and Lord Business ghetting to business Old Fashioneds. I love me an old fashioned.
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Then he mixes up sope of his really quite locally famous (at least among our small circle of friensds) Margaritas.. At this point I'm preety much game over.

That saiod I m,ight mix up another Old Fashoined. I love whiskey and bitters. And in the pool. That is all.

:inlove:
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Post by: kneescrubber on August 19, 2016, 09:23:42 PM: Quote from: viffergyrl on August 19, 2016, 09:21:01 PM
Quote from: CLAY on August 19, 2016, 09:00:20 PM
Oh boy. Balls deep into the beers when my brtther in law shows up for a couopkle. I ttok his kids home (my nephews and nierce) to swim in the pool. I had had a few- which led to a few more. By then, I was reading, enjoiying a cigar.

Supper comes- with it, a steak and brwew:
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Sopme homebrew. Good.

I'm done eating andy my buddy (wingman) text me- asks uidf we are just hanging out. "Yes! Come on down!"

Next up- a couploe of me and Lord Business ghetting to business Old Fashioneds. I love me an old fashioned.
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Then he mixes up sope of his really quite locally famous (at least among our small circle of friensds) Margaritas.. At this point I'm preety much game over.

That saiod I m,ight mix up another Old Fashoined. I love whiskey and bitters. And in the pool. That is all.

:inlove:

+1

Especially the couopkle. I need one of those.
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Post by: coho on August 19, 2016, 10:11:38 PM: A whole bunch of these:
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I figure by 9:30 I'll catch up with Clay. :snork:
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Post by: CLAY on August 20, 2016, 02:10:40 PM: I'm alive. The morning was slow, but I'm back up to speed now. :bigok:
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Post by: CLAY on September 08, 2016, 08:37:42 PM: I got these for my birthday today:
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The homemade applejack came from our hot lunch lady at school (she's awesome), and the Laphroaig came from my wife. They know me well. :bigok: I've had her appljack before- it is fantastic!
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Post by: Skee on September 08, 2016, 08:47:32 PM: Rogue Dead Guy - I'm prepping my kidneys for ESTN.
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Post by: R Doug on September 17, 2016, 07:01:24 AM: Sheri and I are traveling out of state for a funeral this weekend. I will typically stop by a local ABC to see what i may be able to score in an other state (NC ABC is horrible). To my surprise, I spotted two bottles of Stagg, Jr behind the counter. I asked how much and he said $69.99@. I took both. The guy at the liquor store says he'd just opened a box and there were still 4 remaining. So, i purchased the entire box. Here is $420 with if highly sought out bourbon will now make its way to NC where it'll make the day of some of my bourbon drinking friends seeking this.

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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 17, 2016, 09:28:04 PM: Yellow Tail chardonnay. In a Princess cup.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 26, 2016, 03:29:02 PM: So. I just did an hour of sprints on the bicycle in a nasty headwind. This means I have earned myself booze tonight during the debates. What shall I drink?

Should I just maintain a slow steady drip of my favorite wine?

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Bourbon?

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Or go for broke with tequila shots?

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Post by: Black Hills on September 26, 2016, 03:38:21 PM: My Bride is working nights this week, so it dangerous to be slinking about the house while she is sleeking. Therefore I will hide out here: http://lostcabin.beer/site/# (http://lostcabin.beer/site/#)
for a Bruce Banner APA or 3 until she wakes up.
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Post by: kneescrubber on September 26, 2016, 04:35:45 PM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on September 26, 2016, 03:29:02 PM
So. I just did an hour of sprints on the bicycle in a nasty headwind. This means I have earned myself booze tonight during the debates. What shall I drink?

Should I just maintain a slow steady drip of my favorite wine?

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Bourbon?

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Or go for broke with tequila shots?

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Good chance of something being thrown at the tv with tequila shots. I vote tequila shots. :banana: :chili: :banana: :chili:
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Post by: Max Wedge on September 26, 2016, 08:45:22 PM: Quote from: kneescrubber on September 26, 2016, 04:35:45 PM
Quote from: jadziadax8 on September 26, 2016, 03:29:02 PM
So. I just did an hour of sprints on the bicycle in a nasty headwind. This means I have earned myself booze tonight during the debates. What shall I drink?

Should I just maintain a slow steady drip of my favorite wine?

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Bourbon?

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Or go for broke with tequila shots?

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Good chance of something being thrown at the tv with tequila shots. I vote tequila shots. :banana: :chili: :banana: :chili:

I say tequila, but not shots, sippers. Many sippers. Let me know how the tequila is, I am not familiar with that one.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 27, 2016, 07:05:43 AM: The wine won out.

The Espolon is quite yummy. I actually like the blanco better than the reposado, though (yes, I know that's unusual).
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Post by: Max Wedge on September 27, 2016, 11:26:37 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on September 27, 2016, 07:05:43 AM
The wine won out.

The Espolon is quite yummy. I actually like the blanco better than the reposado, though (yes, I know that's unusual).

Can you describe it a bit? :drool:
Is there an anejo? edit: yes there is, found it on www.tequila.net (http://www.tequila.net)* reviews

*I'm Max Wedge there too. 8)
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 27, 2016, 01:08:03 PM: Quote from: Max Wedge on September 27, 2016, 11:26:37 AM
Quote from: jadziadax8 on September 27, 2016, 07:05:43 AM
The wine won out.

The Espolon is quite yummy. I actually like the blanco better than the reposado, though (yes, I know that's unusual).

Can you describe it a bit? :drool:
Is there an anejo? edit: yes there is, found it on [url=http://www.tequila.net]www.tequila.net[/url] ([url]http://www.tequila.net[/url])* reviews

*I'm Max Wedge there too. 8)

That site is waaaaay deeper than I want to go into the land of tequila. However, I will have some this evening after my night class and write a review for you.
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Post by: chornbe on September 27, 2016, 02:44:37 PM: Tonight is Flight Club @ Chelsea Tavern...

Quote
Happy Tuesday everyone!
Here are your beers this week.:
Allagash 16 Counties
Port City Ways and Means
Fordham Spiced Harvest
Weyerbacher Imperial Pumpkin
Stone Farking Wheaton WOOtstout
Hope to see everyone there, and as always don't forget to stick around afterwards and do the Geeks Who Drink trivia at 8 o'clock!
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Post by: viffergyrl on September 27, 2016, 04:38:14 PM: Geeks who drink trivia night. That would be me.

Nice selection.
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 27, 2016, 07:10:28 PM: Killed another bottle.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on September 27, 2016, 09:40:43 PM: Espolon tequila reposado, since I promised Max Wedge a review.

It's a bit up front is my major impression. It creeps around the edge of my palate and heads straight up my sinuses. I still like the blanco better. I think the oak is turning me off.
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Post by: bedlamite on September 27, 2016, 11:30:34 PM: Popped the cork on a bottle of 2011 vintage blueberry mead from my basement.
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Post by: Max Wedge on September 28, 2016, 05:49:52 AM: Quote from: jadziadax8 on September 27, 2016, 09:40:43 PM
Espolon tequila reposado, since I promised Max Wedge a review.

It's a bit up front is my major impression. It creeps around the edge of my palate and heads straight up my sinuses. I still like the blanco better. I think the oak is turning me off.

You're awesome! Thanks for the review. I appreciate you taking one for the team and posting up your impressions. Like homework, but fun.
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Post by: chornbe on September 28, 2016, 07:15:55 AM: Quote from: viffergyrl on September 27, 2016, 04:38:14 PM
Geeks who drink trivia night. That would be me.

Nice selection.

Haven't stayed for that yet. Seems I've always got to get back to do some work, catch up on the poorly ignored DVR, get some work done, run to the grocery store, get some work done, pick up prescripts, get some work done, and when all else is done, I have to get some more work done. :\

I have come to more fully appreciate the spare hour here or there to take a breath. I love my new job (well, not so new now after ~2 years), but it keeps me hopping. Sakai is the bane of sane software developers everywhere.
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Post by: R Doug on September 30, 2016, 06:47:00 PM: It's been a long week. It's time to bring out the good stuff.

One needs to let this one sit and open a while before enjoying.

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Post by: Max Wedge on September 30, 2016, 06:49:04 PM: Bell's Octoberfest. Part of my training regimen.
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Post by: MrsCablebandit on September 30, 2016, 06:53:47 PM: Stiegel Radler Grapefruit
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 30, 2016, 07:10:18 PM: Drinking a Leinenkugels Octoberfest beer and eating Leinenkugels Octoberfest chili while watching the Blackhawks Penguins hockey game.
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Post by: R Doug on September 30, 2016, 07:40:46 PM: So, yiu had some left over from the chili?
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 30, 2016, 07:55:06 PM: There's a bottle In the chili.
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Post by: mxvet57 on September 30, 2016, 07:55:28 PM: There's a bottle In the chili.
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Post by: R Doug on September 30, 2016, 08:21:02 PM: Quote from: mxvet57 on September 30, 2016, 07:55:06 PM
There's a bottle In the chili.

Quote from: mxvet57 on September 30, 2016, 07:55:28 PM
There's a bottle In the chili.

So, there are two bottles in the chili?
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Post by: coho on September 30, 2016, 09:36:36 PM: Quote from: R Doug on September 30, 2016, 08:21:02 PM

Quote from: mxvet57 on September 30, 2016, 07:55:06 PM
There's a bottle In the chili.

Quote from: mxvet57 on September 30, 2016, 07:55:28 PM
There's a bottle In the chili.

So, there are two bottles in the chili?

And four in Ed.
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Post by: mr.awesome on September 30, 2016, 10:04:04 PM: Went to a new to us restaurant tonight not too far from home that had 100 taps. I was driving, so was only able to sample. Had a Green Flash "Road Warrior" imperial rye. Mighty tasty. Food was good as well. Will have to go back when the wife is driving to truely enjoy the variety.
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Post by: R Doug on October 01, 2016, 05:06:50 PM: 100 taps!? You should Uber there and back next time. :)
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Post by: R Doug on October 01, 2016, 05:09:05 PM: Zwei Bier, bitte

Prost!

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I'm watching WSBK race 1 from France. Here's Nickey in for new tires.

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Post by: CLAY on October 01, 2016, 08:04:45 PM: This was:
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Post by: CLAY on October 01, 2016, 08:14:43 PM: This is, and is OH so tasty.
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Post by: R Doug on October 03, 2016, 06:17:38 PM: Clay, I'm a glad someone enjoys those peat bombs. Someone needs to keep distilleries in the Islay region in business.

Tonight, I am craving coffee. It's time to put this rare find to good use.

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Post by: MrsCablebandit on October 04, 2016, 08:21:40 AM: Quote from: R Doug on October 03, 2016, 06:17:38 PM
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YES!!!

:hail: :hail: :hail: :hail: :hail:
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Post by: Black Hills on October 04, 2016, 08:27:43 AM: had a couple Sam Adams October fests with my schnitzel...it was great ;D
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 04, 2016, 08:31:40 AM: Quote from: Black Hills on October 04, 2016, 08:27:43 AM
with my schnitzel...it was great ;D

So many jokes so little time.
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Post by: Black Hills on October 04, 2016, 09:02:55 AM: ;)
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Post by: stew71 on October 07, 2016, 01:16:14 AM: Homemade 110 proof fruit brandy over ice with a dash of tonic water. Although, technically, it's not brandy but "Eau de vie". Telling someone it's brandy cuts down on the questions.
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Post by: R Doug on October 07, 2016, 03:58:04 PM: Hi, my name is Doug and I may have a problem.

(What I was able to score today)

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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 09, 2016, 05:39:33 PM: Debate prep. Killing the bottle of cheap wine used in the sauerbraten.
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Post by: Andrew on October 09, 2016, 09:39:17 PM: Quote from: R Doug on October 07, 2016, 03:58:04 PM
Hi, my name is Doug and I may have a problem.

(What I was able to score today)

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The only problem I see is I am not there to help
Willing to ruin my liver to help you through this troubled time Sir
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 10, 2016, 07:38:17 AM: Livers are overrated.
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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 10, 2016, 08:54:36 PM: Quote from: R Doug on October 07, 2016, 03:58:04 PM
Hi, my name is Doug and I may have a problem.

(What I was able to score today)

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Fourstring and I will be cruising around northeastern Kentucky in 2 weeks, and I assume we will be bringing back a collection like that. Doug, what is not to be missed while we're touring bourbon country?
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Post by: R Doug on October 10, 2016, 09:02:20 PM: Sheri and I will also be roaming the area in two weeks (week of Oct. 24) Louisville, Bardstown, and Lexington. We may need to coordinate a meet.

Things not to be missed for us include attending a race at Keenland and a hard hat tour of Buffalo Trace.

There are several excellent Bourbon bars in the area to do some flights, Proof on Main comes to mind.
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Post by: CLAY on October 14, 2016, 08:45:39 PM: Something new I heard on NPR on the way home:
2 oz gin
1 spoonful honey mixed with 1.5 oz hot water
1 oz apple cider

Shaken with ice. Interesting. I haven't had gin in a long time. It's pretty tasty.
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Post by: Cablebandit on October 14, 2016, 08:56:29 PM: Bourbon, then rum.
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Post by: Andrew on October 14, 2016, 09:12:42 PM: Bit of white rum, lemon juice, a splash of orange juice

No idea what its called but mighty tasty
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Post by: mr.awesome on October 15, 2016, 07:38:51 PM: Found this at the beer store today. Mmmmm

While enjoying this fine beer...... I got to enjoy this guy on pbs tonight. Jesse Cook. Fantastic musician. :hail:
Oh... they just came back from pledge break...I think i will have another. :beerchug:
https://youtu.be/F7xxBcTMNu0 (https://youtu.be/F7xxBcTMNu0)
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Post by: jadziadax8 on October 15, 2016, 07:57:43 PM: Sweet!
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Post by: miles on October 15, 2016, 11:35:23 PM: Quote from: CLAY on October 14, 2016, 08:45:39 PM
Something new I heard on NPR on the way home:
2 oz gin
1 spoonful honey mixed with 1.5 oz hot water
1 oz apple cider

Shaken with ice. Interesting. I haven't had gin in a long time. It's pretty tasty, if you like dirty bathwater.

FTFY
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Post by: R Doug on October 21, 2016, 06:08:57 AM: Sheri and I are headed out the door to mecca in about an hour. We'll be seeing horse jumping, dressage, steeple chase, Keeneland, and (oh yeah) Bourbon distilleries.

Plus, we're having brunch with jadziadax8 and fourstring this weekend!

:chili:
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Post by: Max Wedge on October 21, 2016, 06:11:42 AM: Last night was Bushmill's Ten Year. Neat.
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Post by: R Doug on October 21, 2016, 06:58:52 PM: Mecca

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Post by: R Doug on October 21, 2016, 07:51:17 PM: I am so drink

I have clearly given my liver a lot to think about tonight.
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Post by: Max Wedge on October 21, 2016, 08:17:41 PM: How was the Pappy V Winkel?
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Post by: mxvet57 on October 21, 2016, 09:13:51 PM: Had a Fourstring special. This must of been the high proof one.
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Post by: R Doug on October 22, 2016, 05:18:42 AM: Quote from: Max Wedge on October 21, 2016, 08:17:41 PM
How was the Pappy V Winkel?

I've had PVW 15 several times before. Every time we've placed the 15 year old in a line up for a blind flight, it has always come out on top for me. Last night was no different.

All of the bourbons in the flight pictured were all so different and yet all so good. I was like a kid at a candy store. "Oh my, you have???? and you have????" Just about any bourbon I wanted to taste, they had it. I limited