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by Liverdie
Tue Dec 18, 2012 5:38 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Bellwoods Brewery
Replies: 243
Views: 85658

Yes, the fridge is a popular gazing spot. And we do have Westy, we've actually had it' for a while now. We get it through an importer, so have the blank bottles with only an Avery label on them, to meet AGCO standards. There is never a line-up for Westy, its price keeps the throngs at bay..... Now ...
by Liverdie
Mon Dec 17, 2012 3:05 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Next Beer Frenzy?
Replies: 74
Views: 13132

There could be an element of batch variation at play here as well. I've only had the LCBO released batch, but the hype is based on how good peoples experiences with the brewery-only batches were. This might be it right here - I love the "LCBO batch", but but the "June" batch tha...
by Liverdie
Mon Dec 17, 2012 2:59 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Bellwoods Brewery
Replies: 243
Views: 85658

Ah yes the fog of my memory has cleared. I do remember Anthony. Names, names....always forget'em, faces never. Now about your Westy, and I was absolutely certain you had it, I'm guessing one of those um...membership benefits is not having to brave the line ups? Another nice thing about your fridge i...
by Liverdie
Mon Dec 17, 2012 9:10 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Next Beer Frenzy?
Replies: 74
Views: 13132

I was thinking it would be cool if Barrie-area towellers had a meet-up. Go out for couple pints at The Local and just chill and play cards or board games. I'm game if that happens. Also, if any Barrie BT folks want to join me for a brew day in my garage, you are more than welcome to. Note on PIE: S...
by Liverdie
Mon Dec 17, 2012 8:54 am
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Bellwoods Brewery
Replies: 243
Views: 85658

We had the Hellwoods aged on cherries on cask at Castro's and it was probably the best beer I had this year. Just intense and complex and everything you might want. Best part was they named it "3 Minutes to Midnight" as we were commemorating the Cuban Missile Crisis. I must confess to hav...
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 8:35 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Lake of Bays Old North Mocha Porter
Replies: 11
Views: 4359

Hi Belgian, I actually met the Lake of Bays rep in my local LCBO the other day. The day of all those lineups in Toronto for Westvleteren. I mentioned I liked the porter but thought it a bit light alcohol wise. Good flavour, yes a lot of mocha comes through. Best thing I've had from them so far. If I...
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 8:26 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Welly IRS in cans
Replies: 15
Views: 4894

Had one last night. Wasn't Hellwoods or Tempest, but didn't seem off in any nor was it sweet and cloying. Was decent. Yes cmadd I agree it's not Hellwoods or Tempest but like you I found it quite good and like the others said a bit flatter (no legs?) then some others I've had. I'd buy more. I can o...
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 8:19 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Bellwoods Brewery
Replies: 243
Views: 85658

Anyone try the Bellwoods Hellwoods at Sessions in June? Like Greg says, top notch. My friend lives near there, he raves about them. I'm going next weekend.

Cheers,
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 7:39 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Next Beer Frenzy?
Replies: 74
Views: 13132

Hi Mintjellie, Thanks so much for all the info. I actually live between Orillia and Midland, near Mt St Louis Moonstone but I'm in Barrie frequently. In our LCBO in Coldwater we get tons of Muskoka including the Mad Tom DIPA. I also got Winter Beard (Yummy) and St Peter's Winter Ale, Wellington and ...
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 3:08 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Next Beer Frenzy?
Replies: 74
Views: 13132

Where are the good beer bars in Barrie? Do tell, I've just moved up here. According to a review on beer advocate, you have one option: http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/24297/view=beerfly Thanks Malty Tasker (nice catchy name BTW) Alas, one beer bar is better than none. :D I know where that one ...
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 2:08 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Bar Volo - tap and food menu make-over.
Replies: 93
Views: 22015

Impressive stuff... http://blog.barvolo.com/post/37268211550/tap-list-for-friday-december-7th-2012 Tap List for Friday, December 7, 2012 House Ales Swag Out Stout (Imperial Stout Aged In Jack Daniel Barrels) House Ales Mutt’s Nuts (English Barley Wine) Oast! Barn Raiser (Country Ale) Great Lakes Ka...
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 1:34 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Next Beer Frenzy?
Replies: 74
Views: 13132

Not even remotely upset. More, you've piqued my interest. It would be fairly simple right now to put together a line-up of Tempest, Brooklyn Chocolate, Lava, SA Russian Imperial, ST Mokah and Sinha/Lion. Going to be in the Beach area of Toronto anytime soon? I could set it up at Castro's pretty eas...
by Liverdie
Sun Dec 16, 2012 1:23 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Next Beer Frenzy?
Replies: 74
Views: 13132

Weebay wrote:Enjoy your day pass!

Actually they've let me out for good or I escaped!

Cheers,
by Liverdie
Sat Dec 15, 2012 2:33 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1816539

Camerons Bourbon Barrel Deviator Camerons Cognac Barrel VSPA Nickelbrook Cuvee Hop City Big Mouth Pale Ale All coming to the LC Thank God, I can finally talk about the Cameron's Cognac Barrel RPA...Been waiting for months for this... Any mention of when? so they barrel aged the RPA? Excellent, have...
by Liverdie
Sat Dec 15, 2012 2:19 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Next Beer Frenzy?
Replies: 74
Views: 13132

Hello Folks, Yeah I gotta weigh in on the Westvleteren hype, With all the online peddlin’, Of that fine elixir, Westvleteren, You don’t always get what they say, On Craigslist, Kijiji, and eBay, Remember someone might, drink, refill, and recap, With any manner of cheap, Bud Lime crap, All that Spam,...