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by Andicus
Thu Feb 15, 2024 5:25 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Upcoming Provincial Tax Increase on Beer Frozen for Two Years
Replies: 1
Views: 1057

Re: Upcoming Provincial Tax Increase on Beer Frozen for Two Years

Interesting... My day-to-day beer already went up by $2 a case, in the past month, or so. I suppose that could just be inflation, but the timing is suspect.
by Andicus
Sun Dec 10, 2023 12:59 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
Replies: 16
Views: 3080

Re: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale

This is going to give me a complex... I stopped buying Schneider Weisse original, for about 6 months, and it was delisted. Haven't bought SN PA for about 6 months, and it's delisted. Possibly a coincidence, or perhaps, if I don't buy something, it's getting delisted. :lol: Careful. Back in early 20...
by Andicus
Sat Dec 09, 2023 2:34 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Talk or Action?
Replies: 43
Views: 14571

Re: Talk or Action?

More on this in today's Globe (paywalled) - announcement coming next week. https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/article-ontario-to-announce-plan-to-allow-beer-in-corner-stores/ A government source has told The Globe and Mail that late next week, Premier Doug Ford’s government will unveil a plan t...
by Andicus
Sat Dec 09, 2023 2:31 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale
Replies: 16
Views: 3080

Re: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale

I've confirmed with the LCBO that SNPA is delisted. Which is a major bummer as that was a regular purchase and hard to find local comparisons. This is going to give me a complex... I stopped buying Schneider Weisse original, for about 6 months, and it was delisted. Haven't bought SN PA for about 6 ...
by Andicus
Tue Sep 26, 2023 10:31 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1822843

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Yeah, I've wanted a Westmalle glass, as well.

Definitely in for this gift pack!
by Andicus
Sun Sep 17, 2023 1:17 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2023 Fall Import LCBO Release (September 10 - October 7)
Replies: 6
Views: 2227

Re: 2023 Fall Import LCBO Release (September 10 - October 7)

Yeah, I'm looking forward to Aventinus Eisbock, as well. Can't remember the last time I had it.

Also, the Festweisse is a new Schneider for me. Really looking forward to giving that one a try, and possibly stocking up.
by Andicus
Sat Aug 12, 2023 12:50 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2023 LCBO Summer Release
Replies: 33
Views: 13679

Re: 2023 LCBO Summer Release

Craig wrote: Tue Aug 08, 2023 11:05 pm I had one of those strawberries last night. It was definitely sweet, but I still liked it well enough. Better than I was expecting!
Just having mine, now, and I completely agree. A very pleasant surprise. Sweet, yet still has that lambic tartness.

I'll probably pick up another one.
by Andicus
Tue Aug 08, 2023 10:21 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2023 LCBO Summer Release
Replies: 33
Views: 13679

Re: 2023 LCBO Summer Release

Found the Boon at my local LCBO, today (still not listed, online). I bought one bottle and just tried it. I agree that it's not as good as the last batch, but I'm not sure it's a fair comparison, as my last batch has been in my cellar for a year and a half, and was bottled in 2020. The new batch mos...
by Andicus
Sun Aug 06, 2023 1:52 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2023 LCBO Summer Release
Replies: 33
Views: 13679

Re: 2023 LCBO Summer Release

This could just be me or maybe something I was eating earlier, but the Kriek tasted different than the last time I had it. I understand it's 4th/5th tier kriek from Boon, but I would say get one to try before buying a few cases. That's a bit concerning. I'll do what I can to try it, first. Thanks a...
by Andicus
Sat Aug 05, 2023 2:01 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2023 LCBO Summer Release
Replies: 33
Views: 13679

Re: 2023 LCBO Summer Release

Still no sign of Boon. Should I be worried? I saw the Boon Kriek in the Yonge/ Wellesley (?) store two weeks ago. LCBO app/website leaves much to be desired. Brett-Elle (unfruited geuze from Lambiek Fabriek) seems to be in stores, too. Thanks, it's good to hear that it's actually here, but very dis...
by Andicus
Wed Aug 02, 2023 9:35 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2023 LCBO Summer Release
Replies: 33
Views: 13679

Re: 2023 LCBO Summer Release

Still no sign of Boon. Should I be worried?
by Andicus
Tue Jul 18, 2023 11:33 pm
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Anchor Brewing Ceases Operations
Replies: 11
Views: 3219

Re: Anchor Brewing Ceases Operations

I remember having Anchor Steam, while I was on business in California, probably sometime in the early 2000s. It was very fresh, and delicious.

I did enjoy it here, occasionally, but it was never as good.

Haven't seen it here in ages. Very sad that they're shutting down.
by Andicus
Wed Jun 14, 2023 3:37 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1822843

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Yes, that's what I took your reply to mean.

I completely missed the Armand and Gaston. I have to read more carefully. As it's not a brewery I'm familiar with, I totally missed that it was a gueuze.

I will definitely be giving that a try. Cheers!
by Andicus
Tue Jun 13, 2023 8:55 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1822843

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

I see the Jart-Elle Oude Kriek is available now, but at $11.95 for 375ml, it better be pretty damn good. Anyone had it, yet? Yes, I have had it. It was good, but if you want a strong cherry component, you will be disappointed. I think I could get into my displeasure for high prices, but it may be m...
by Andicus
Fri Jun 09, 2023 10:35 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1822843

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

I see the Jart-Elle Oude Kriek is available now, but at $11.95 for 375ml, it better be pretty damn good.

Anyone had it, yet?