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by kwjd
Fri Dec 17, 2010 1:49 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Paste Mag's Top 25 New American Beers 2010
Replies: 16
Views: 4012

I've only had 4 of these: 21st Amendment Brewery Back in Black, Saison du Buff, Gubna and Little Sumpin’ Wild. Apparently my year wasn't very productive.
by kwjd
Thu Dec 16, 2010 11:34 am
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Triple Rappist
Replies: 18
Views: 4861

Anyone know if this is the same as the #10 Belgian Tripel and or the Trappist Ale that was decided it was an alias of the #10? or is this a new beast altogether? I was at Duggan's on Tuesday. They had it listed as "#10 Trappist Tripel" on the board I believe. They were out of it, so I did...
by kwjd
Thu Dec 02, 2010 10:26 am
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: The Ceili Cottage
Replies: 61
Views: 45001

Driving is more like ten minutes from Queen and Yonge. My estimate was based on how long our cab ride took from just west of The Eaton Centre. I noticed that our driver swung down a few side streets along the way, so perhaps he wasn't sure of the most efficient way of getting there, or was purposel...
by kwjd
Tue Nov 30, 2010 10:42 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Perfect Pint Law for Ontario?
Replies: 43
Views: 10650

Torontoblue wrote: Why not become and agent for a brewery that makes one of these 1000 AIPA's and get it listed at the LCBO; you'll be happy then.
That's a lot of work for a single product compared to someone living in Buffalo (or just about any US city) that just has to go out to the store and has a wide selection.
by kwjd
Tue Nov 30, 2010 10:17 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Perfect Pint Law for Ontario?
Replies: 43
Views: 10650

The general list selection is abysmal compared to most other Canadian provinces and hoppy beers of any sort continue to elude the shelves of the LCBO. In fact, a couple of the best beers available (DFH 60 Minute & Victory Prima Pils) just got de-listed. That leaves us with Southern Tier IPA and...
by kwjd
Tue Nov 09, 2010 6:50 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Ontario Liquor Laws suck.
Replies: 29
Views: 9671

I shouldn't have to go harass the people that what the LCBO when I want a bottle or two of a product that for some reason won't make its way out of Ottawa region or east of Burlington. I shouldn't have to be made to buy a case of it either, or travel to Ajax, Pickering, Port Hope or Queens Quay to ...
by kwjd
Tue Nov 09, 2010 6:12 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Nasty Habit IPA
Replies: 24
Views: 8209

hopdevil wrote:Discovered today, via LCBO Website, that this item has been discontinued.

Too bad. Too short a stay in our region.
It was only a seasonal, so it wasn't supposed to last long.
by kwjd
Tue Nov 09, 2010 2:05 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Ontario Liquor Laws suck.
Replies: 29
Views: 9671

It's the same as every Province in Canada. You apply, you either get accepted or declined. I deal with the AGLC & BCLDB at the moment, and the BCLDB make the LCBO look like absolute angels. Granted that Alberta is different being a private market, but the Government still have their fingers in ...
by kwjd
Tue Nov 09, 2010 1:41 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Pliny The Elder...
Replies: 16
Views: 4669

It is the best beer I've ever had and I can't wait until I'm in Oregeon/California starting Thursday so I can drink as much of this as possible!
by kwjd
Tue Nov 09, 2010 1:36 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Ontario Liquor Laws suck.
Replies: 29
Views: 9671

I agree the laws are stupid. Yes, it is possible to get beers into the LCBO, but it isn't easy or quick. There is no real reason I see for a law to prohibit you from purchasing what you want there, other than the Control Board needing to have their control. If they are allowed to sell you the beer t...
by kwjd
Fri Nov 05, 2010 11:21 am
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Montreal - Dieu du Ciel and surrounding area
Replies: 91
Views: 39298

I'm going to Montreal for a quick trip... I need a place to drink tonight and tomorrow afternoon. I'm thinking Dieu Du Ciel tonight and Saint Bock tomorrow. Should I do something different than this? I would do Vice et Versa over Saint Bock. Thanks for the suggestion, may try that out. It gets good...
by kwjd
Fri Nov 05, 2010 9:25 am
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Montreal - Dieu du Ciel and surrounding area
Replies: 91
Views: 39298

I'm going to Montreal for a quick trip... I need a place to drink tonight and tomorrow afternoon. I'm thinking Dieu Du Ciel tonight and Saint Bock tomorrow. Should I do something different than this?
by kwjd
Thu Nov 04, 2010 4:04 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Cheap Bills Tickets?
Replies: 1
Views: 1622

I have 2 extra tickets with face value of $65 for the game (we have 4 seats, only 2 of us going now). 500 level, 40 yard line, I think 20th row. PM me if interested.
by kwjd
Wed Nov 03, 2010 11:55 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Mill Street Barley Wine 2010
Replies: 29
Views: 10787

I enjoy the Mill Street Barleywine. I don't think I $12/500mL enjoy it though. Wish it came in normal bottles so the price could be reasonable. lets pretend that those bottle cost mill st $2 each (they dont) would you pay $10 for a 341ml twist of bottle? Probably not actually. I bought a ton of the...
by kwjd
Wed Nov 03, 2010 11:39 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Mill Street Barley Wine 2010
Replies: 29
Views: 10787

I enjoy the Mill Street Barleywine. I don't think I $12/500mL enjoy it though. Wish it came in normal bottles so the price could be reasonable.