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by cfrancis
Wed Jun 09, 2010 11:55 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Beers of the World, Rochester, NY ** bought a Wegman
Replies: 6
Views: 2297

I just got back from doing an in person trade with a guy that works here. He said as well that they are going to be moving to a bigger location although he's not looking forward to actually "moving" all the beer.

Can't wait to go back, I bought too much beer when I was there.
by cfrancis
Wed Jun 09, 2010 12:18 am
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Ölvisholt Brugghús Skjalfti
Replies: 18
Views: 5072

Had this tonight. One of the better lagers I've ever had. I'll go back to the LCBO to purchase some more.
by cfrancis
Mon Jun 07, 2010 8:16 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: My Syracuse Beer Haul
Replies: 15
Views: 3856

Where did you go?

I really like the Galeville Grocery even though the prices might be a touch high.
by cfrancis
Thu Jun 03, 2010 11:05 am
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Central City Red Racer IPA Released
Replies: 14
Views: 5538

I have two cans sitting in my cellar. Can't wait to dig into them.
by cfrancis
Wed Jun 02, 2010 3:57 pm
Forum: Beer Events & Festivals
Topic: Ontario Craft Beer Week - June 20-26
Replies: 42
Views: 11713

Beau's on cask all week at the Arrow & Loon. I'm going to have to make it down there at least a couple of times.
by cfrancis
Wed Jun 02, 2010 3:50 pm
Forum: Beer Events & Festivals
Topic: Ontario Craft Beer Week Ottawa Tasting (June 23rd)
Replies: 5
Views: 1905

Price includes beer tasting, hors d’oeuvres & taxes

So you will get some finger foods as well. Too pricey for me for beer that I can spend $50 at the LCBO and get a crapload more beer than I would here.
by cfrancis
Wed Jun 02, 2010 3:05 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: ATTN : R&R Re: Samichlaus
Replies: 26
Views: 9532

I'm totally down with picking something in the LCBO that offends me and writing someone about it. Where do I send my grievances? LCBO infoline. Or contact the AGCO since they are the ones that made this particular decision. This is definitely an AGCO complaint as they were the ones that orchestrate...
by cfrancis
Wed Jun 02, 2010 2:35 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Project X bottles
Replies: 33
Views: 9257

Ahhh crap. I wish I didn't live in Ottawa...

Anyone want to trade for some tasty Quebec beers?
by cfrancis
Wed Jun 02, 2010 2:19 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: ATTN : R&R Re: Samichlaus
Replies: 26
Views: 9532

I'm totally down with picking something in the LCBO that offends me and writing someone about it. Where do I send my grievances?
by cfrancis
Mon May 31, 2010 10:04 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Beer Advocate vs. Rate Beer - Your Preference & Why
Replies: 62
Views: 10289

I started on BA and then moved over to RB and haven't looked back. I'll still use BA for trades but I've had such great luck on RB that I don't know if I'll use BA for very much.

I like everything about RB more than BA including I find the BA site at times very slow and times out.
by cfrancis
Mon May 31, 2010 12:34 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Beau's Vrienden
Replies: 6
Views: 1997

Had this last night. Bottle from the brewery. Although this isn't the best Witbier I've ever had, it could be the best that I've had from this side of the pond. I really liked how soft and balanced the taste was. Mild citrus and coriander with yeast/grass body. Really good beer. Hopefully this will ...
by cfrancis
Mon May 31, 2010 12:21 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Top 10 beers brewed in Ontario by ratebeer average
Replies: 82
Views: 22293

The other problem is it's all at Queen's Quay. I'd love to get a bottle of it. But there is nothing in the Ottawa area and never was. If LCBO actually "distributed" the beer that they have past the Toronto/Golden Horshoe. They might sell more.
by cfrancis
Mon May 31, 2010 12:55 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Just got back from the states
Replies: 2
Views: 1637

Just got back from the states

Just got back from the states this weekend and pulled home a pretty good haul. In person trade I did with a guy from Rochester http://img72.imageshack.us/img72/5481/img3003f.th.jpg Uploaded with ImageShack.us Green Flash - Hophead Red Ale He'brew - Bittersweet Lenny's RIPA Fort Collins - Rocky Mount...
by cfrancis
Fri May 28, 2010 10:55 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: What're you drinking right now?
Replies: 16950
Views: 3123055

Charlevoix Dominus Vobiscum Lupulus

Might be the best beer I've ever had.
by cfrancis
Fri May 28, 2010 10:38 am
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Dieu du Ciel Aphrodisiaque
Replies: 13
Views: 6381

I love this beer and living in Ottawa means I can get this cheap at all times in Quebec. Always have it in my basement.