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by Coronaeus
Mon Jun 15, 2020 9:03 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Pioneer Ontario Breweries
Replies: 36
Views: 17520

Re: Pioneer Ontario Breweries

Northern was founded in 1907. I think they would be more akin to Moosehead as a regional macro producer were they still around in their original incarnation today. Were Sleeman’s independent, I’d suggest them for that category too. Certainly nothing ‘micro’ or ‘craft’ about the former in the sense t...
by Coronaeus
Sun Jun 14, 2020 1:19 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: General LCBO Debate & Discussion Thread
Replies: 856
Views: 333470

Re: General LCBO Debate & Discussion Thread

I noticed today they have updated the Utopias price. Has this come and gone and I missed it? Or, is it coming? Anyone have an idea?
by Coronaeus
Mon May 25, 2020 3:33 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: red tape in New Brunswick
Replies: 21
Views: 9998

Re: red tape in New Brunswick

The best food item I’ve seen as the requirement for purchasing take away booze is at Thirsty and Miserable. The do it yourself potato chip. One raw potato for $0.25! Love it!
by Coronaeus
Wed May 20, 2020 1:54 pm
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Stack Brewing
Replies: 8
Views: 4907

Re: Stack Brewing

Does anyone know what happened to Puppers? I searched the LCBO website and it doesn’t look like it is currently listed. The brewery website doesn’t seem to have it either. Have they ceased brewing this? This stuff gets me such great hauls in trades with the States, I think I’ll cry if it is no longe...
by Coronaeus
Sun May 10, 2020 7:13 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Coronavirus
Replies: 54
Views: 21082

Re: Coronavirus

If buying power doesn’t factor in to some of the LCBO pricing, then how are beers like Rochefort 8 and 10, Sam Adams Utopias, etc. such bargains compared to so many other places? I was always under the impression that the complaint is that it factors in so inconsistently rather than that it plays no...
by Coronaeus
Fri May 01, 2020 3:20 pm
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Amsterdam Brewery
Replies: 50
Views: 27285

Re: Amsterdam Brewery

beerstodiscover wrote:Anyone try their new Pure Pilsner or AK English Bitter (Gary Gillman collab) currently available online?
Is the bitter the same recipe as last time? If so, I had the first batch and quite enjoyed it. I don’t have my notes handy at this time though, sorry.
by Coronaeus
Fri Apr 24, 2020 12:55 pm
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Breweries in Prince Edward County
Replies: 5
Views: 4208

Re: Breweries in Prince Edward County

My wife’s cousin asked if I wanted to jump in on a box from Parsons he was ordering. I’d had one of the BA stouts from them in the past that was pretty good so jumped in. On the plus side, our order was processed and delivered to Toronto in less than 24 hours. On the negative side were two cans cann...
by Coronaeus
Tue Apr 21, 2020 11:39 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Is trading beers via mail OK
Replies: 4
Views: 2084

Re: Is trading beers via mail OK

Short answer is no. You need cant send alcohol through the mail.

That said, it is a hobby practised by many without mush issue.

Send me a message and I will give you a more detailed response.
by Coronaeus
Sun Apr 19, 2020 2:35 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Strawberry Beers
Replies: 33
Views: 11547

Re: Strawberry Beers

They are very good with responses to questions and queries. They really are! I fired off an email and got a pretty quick reply out of them, informative too. They said the competition is fierce though and it's rare and expensive.. Damn! Check out Keep6 too. Same set up. The Importing wing of BarVolo...
by Coronaeus
Sun Apr 19, 2020 2:35 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Strawberry Beers
Replies: 33
Views: 11547

Re: Strawberry Beers

They are very good with responses to questions and queries. They really are! I fired off an email and got a pretty quick reply out of them, informative too. They said the competition is fierce though and it's rare and expensive.. Damn! Check out Keep6 too. Same set up. The Importing wing of BarVolo...
by Coronaeus
Sun Apr 19, 2020 2:04 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Strawberry Beers
Replies: 33
Views: 11547

Re: Strawberry Beers

If I were you I’d also keep an eye on the Gleemer import options. You never know when they might add some odd strawberry 3F case to their offerings. It would likely sell out in seconds though! I've never even heard of this, is it another website? Importers. They post in these forums. They being in ...
by Coronaeus
Sun Apr 19, 2020 10:03 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: What're you drinking right now?
Replies: 16950
Views: 3102024

Re: What're you drinking right now?

Hello there, Saturday Beer Drinkers... Having Godspeed Shizuoka West Coast IPA and a few Otsukaresama Dortmunder. This Dortmunder is obscenely tasty after some trail hikes out in the bluffs in glorious Southwest Scarborough. Luc Bim Lafontaine is a blessing to our humble Ville de Toronto. Wash your...
by Coronaeus
Sun Apr 19, 2020 9:58 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Strawberry Beers
Replies: 33
Views: 11547

Re: Strawberry Beers

It looks like Volo has Hansenns Oudbeitje right now. Hey! Thanks very much for the reply.. I’m not familiar with with Volo even though I’ve heard of them for years Will look into it now, thank you! If you spot any others please keep me in mind, cheers! Best beer bar(s) in the province IMHO. They ar...
by Coronaeus
Sat Apr 18, 2020 12:49 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Strawberry Beers
Replies: 33
Views: 11547

Re: Strawberry Beers

It looks like Volo has Hansenns Oudbeitje right now.
by Coronaeus
Sun Apr 12, 2020 12:33 pm
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Best Traditional ON Craft Brews
Replies: 21
Views: 6179

Re: Best Traditional ON Craft Brews

That Muddy York Grodziske was really nice. However, I don’t know if that is a traditional style like a Gose, or a trendy style like a Gose.