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by cfrancis
Sat May 01, 2010 12:26 am
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Ottawa
Replies: 53
Views: 23527

Just a heads up that the two main bottle shops in Ottawa/Gatineau are about to get better. Marche Jovi/Marche Omni, I was in there on Wednesday and speaking to the owner. He is adding an extra shelf the entire length of the existing shelving. Also adding shelving in between coolers where he had case...
by cfrancis
Thu Apr 29, 2010 9:36 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: LCBO Summer 2010 Release (Full list)
Replies: 190
Views: 54459

I was in the Rideau/King Edward store tonight after work. Some of these are already on the shelves. what ones?? Pumphouse Blueberry Sixers Christoffel Blonde I didn't really look closely, I was going in for something specific so I was in and out but I did notice the Pumphouse and the Christoffel.
by cfrancis
Wed Apr 28, 2010 11:33 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Mondial 2010
Replies: 69
Views: 20617

For anyone looking to do some purchases. Might I suggest Depanneur Peluso (Bonisoir). 2500 Rachael E. It's around the corner from my brother-in-laws and I've been there many times. They built an addition in the back for the sole purpose of craft beer. If they don't carry every beer available in Queb...
by cfrancis
Wed Apr 28, 2010 11:08 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: LCBO Summer 2010 Release (Full list)
Replies: 190
Views: 54459

I was in the Rideau/King Edward store tonight after work. Some of these are already on the shelves.
by cfrancis
Mon Apr 26, 2010 9:48 pm
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Quebec Beers
Replies: 13
Views: 6838

If you can get your hands on any of the Brasseurs Illimites, do it. Fantastic.

The Cascades IPA is a personal fav.
by cfrancis
Sun Apr 25, 2010 11:59 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Mondial 2010
Replies: 69
Views: 20617

I'm pretty sure that my wife is going to allow me to go. My first time. I'm pumped.
by cfrancis
Fri Apr 23, 2010 4:51 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: 10 Bitter Years Now Bottled
Replies: 101
Views: 24948

I'm looking for someone that has too much of this and wants to hook a brother up in Ottawa!
by cfrancis
Sun Apr 18, 2010 11:34 pm
Forum: Beer Events & Festivals
Topic: Brasseurs du Temps First Anniversary - Sat May 15
Replies: 5
Views: 2680

mmm. May need a babysitter and get to this.
by cfrancis
Wed Apr 14, 2010 10:50 pm
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Beau's new Stout and IPeh
Replies: 22
Views: 8947

I don't mind growlers. But it's a special day where I throw that in the fridge. With the playoffs on now, I can see myself ripping through a couple on Saturday nights.
by cfrancis
Wed Mar 24, 2010 9:19 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Anchor Liberty
Replies: 14
Views: 3622

Had one tonight. Forgot how great this beer is.
by cfrancis
Tue Mar 23, 2010 10:48 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Noble Pils
Replies: 11
Views: 3428

I had it the last time I was in New York. I found myself wanting more. Not that it was a bad beer, just I was expecting more. It wasn't all that hoppy. Although well balanced I just found the taste subdued and not as pronounced as I would have liked. Good beer, I'll have it again, but wouldn't be my...
by cfrancis
Sun Feb 07, 2010 12:24 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: OCB Discovery Pack #4
Replies: 14
Views: 7164

Pass on this one as well.
by cfrancis
Wed Jan 27, 2010 4:12 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Beau's Lug Tread
Replies: 7
Views: 2646

As I understand it, they were looking for a unique bottle for their beer in order for it to stand out. But I don't think that they knew exactly what they were getting into with the amount of labour involved in servicing those ceramic bottles. It's no doubt that they are cool but a more efficient pac...
by cfrancis
Wed Jan 27, 2010 4:00 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: LCBO Spring 2010 Release
Replies: 147
Views: 39553

There are a few on that list that I'll be trying. But overall it's a meh release.

If anyone needs Orval, you can still get it quite easily at SAQ's in Quebec. I'd be happy to trade some to anyone that is looking for it.
by cfrancis
Mon Jan 25, 2010 10:18 pm
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Las Vegas
Replies: 52
Views: 36375

Last time there I visited Pour 24 in New York, New York. Pretty crappy bar, located at the top of the escalators and is open concept over looking the casino floor. A couple of tv's and 24 taps of great craft beer. I wouldn't stay at the bar but I would definitely pick up a roadie if you are in the v...