The Bar Towel

That's too bad about this one. Also too bad that none of the others from this brewery are available (not sure if they are any good though).

Al, your efforts in pursuing this are definitely commendable, and thanks for keeping us up to date.

Now that it's definitely here I'm looking forward to picking some up.

I was at the Summerhill LCBO yesterday and noticed something I hadn't seen before - La Messagère from les Bieres de la Nouvelle-France in Quebec. According to the expensive ($16.95) six-pack, the beer is a "rice and buckwheat beer" and gluten-free. Anyone tried this? See their site: http:/...

Cass, speaking strictly for myself, the only way I would stay longer (I left around 8:40) in the future is if it took place somewhere else. The place is very nice but ridiculously expensive. I don't think there is anywhere in all of Toronto that charges as much for beer as they do. Yeah, I know cos...

Thanks. I have been thinking about ways to increase the number of awards. This year's was rushed a little, so I'll take more time over the next year to think about new ideas. Joe - I left around 10:30 and I was the last one to leave (along with two of my friends). For some reason the GTAwards are no...

Last night at the Academy of Spherical Arts the winners of the 2nd annual Golden Tap Awards were announced. The winners were: Best Microbrewery: MILL STREET Best Bar (Draught selection): C'EST WHAT Best Bar (Bottled selection): SMOKELESS JOE Best locally-produced beer (tie): MILL STREET TANKHOUSE PA...

I went here on Saturday night and had a very good time.

Nice selection of beers on tap, incl. Blanche de Chambly, McAuslan Apricot, Black Oak Pale, Wellington and a few others.

Great patio - close enough to Yonge Street but not loud. Friendly staff.

Check it out.

I'm pretty sure what I posted is correct - perhaps the LCBO made a recent decision to change. In any case, it's nice that we're getting Orval!

Can't wait for winter? We'll get these from the LCBO on December 5th. Dogfish Head Raison d'Etre Chimay Blue Cap La Terrible Samuel Smith's Winter Welcome Delirium Tremens Mahr's Brau Christmas Bock Rogue Yellow Snow Ale X.O. Beer Kasteelbier Brown Orval Trappist Ale St. Peter's Winter Ale Samuel Sm...

I'll be heading there on Friday after work too. Too crazy on Saturday.

FYI, here's a bunch of stuff the Toronto beer fest sent me today. Media Release July 22, 2004 Calling All Beer Lovers Toronto's 9th annual Festival of Beer is back and it's bigger than ever TORONTO: July 22, 2004 ….Sip beer mimosas at the Unibroue Beer Lover's Brunch. Grill, thrill and chill at Ribs...

The first 5 cases of anything undoubtedly go to Joe's, or Beerbistro or others. Exceeding 5 and adding the $135 means the costs for the bars go up. I suspect Peter is only willing to add this extra cost if there is enough extra order to spread out the $135 to everyone.

Ok, I guess its time for the Bar Towel to move to an offshore haven. Matthew - welcome to the forum, and I hope you are not offended by what has been said. This forum enjoys the rare priviledge of bringing together beer connoisseurs and the brewing industry. I do what I can to ensure our discussions...

If anyone wanted to author this system I would happily host it on the bartowel.

OK, I've confirmed the Golden Tap Awards party.

It will once again be held at the Academy of Spherical Arts, on Tuesday, August 10th.

I'll post up more details closer to the date. So everyone please save that date!!! It's going to be a great party this year.