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by Droogy
Tue Apr 09, 2013 8:26 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Hamilton Peeps! Where should I go?
Replies: 9
Views: 4107

Ukie wrote:I guess you arent coming in early so you want to be parked and near Copps eating so you can book it to the show, which might limit your options.

In the mall are:

The Honest Lawyer
http://www.honestlawyer.com/
stay away from honest lawyer, please.
by Droogy
Tue Apr 09, 2013 8:25 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Hamilton Peeps! Where should I go?
Replies: 9
Views: 4107

for more food centric with some mill st. and I think one Grand River beer on draft... http://radius.ca/ was decent for lunch one day. I believe I had cobblestone stout. more on the pub side but they have really good burgers: http://www.slainteirishpub.ca/index2.html I think beer selection is blah he...
by Droogy
Tue Apr 02, 2013 10:40 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Spearhead
Replies: 21
Views: 4783

liamt07 wrote:Marketing brewery.
I've been hearing this term lately... Can you elaborate?

I would argue if a brewery isn't a good marketer they won't be around very long.
by Droogy
Tue Mar 26, 2013 10:15 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: new IPAs at LCBO
Replies: 195
Views: 45342

Bytowner wrote:I'm actually digging the Lattitude. Great balance.
I second the balance comment but do enjoy the founders more within the recent lot of IPA's
by Droogy
Tue Mar 26, 2013 6:38 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: beer at the ballpark
Replies: 58
Views: 18274

Kish84 wrote:
Droogy wrote:Agreed. Long overdue!

Now the question is how hard it will be to find...
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Damn my seats are in the 500s. Looks like I'll have to buy on the way in...
by Droogy
Sun Mar 24, 2013 2:05 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: beer at the ballpark
Replies: 58
Views: 18274

Nice to see about Steam Whistle, but let's remember that the brewery has been right across the road from the ballpark for over 10 years. I'm sure it's crossed the minds of the Steam Whistle guys many times before and were likely rebuffed. Having it in there just now is what I call "Ontario pro...
by Droogy
Sat Mar 16, 2013 8:09 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: new IPAs at LCBO
Replies: 195
Views: 45342

I think that Ontario brewers are going to have it tough with Founders Centennial on the shelf....I mean there is no way I'm picking up smashbomb, mad tom or boneshaker over this, I will take this over Red Racer as well hands down. I would love to support Ontario locals but this is just so much bett...
by Droogy
Fri Mar 15, 2013 8:46 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Casbah, Craft Beer Lounge & Live Music Venue in Hamilton
Replies: 21
Views: 10162

I agree with this assessment 100%. It's been a challenge to identify & operate our business with 2 separate models. 1 -- concert hall, live music with ticketed events/cover charges 2 -- pub, open without a fee to enter, quieter atmosphere What got us where we are is the live music model. It's w...
by Droogy
Sat Mar 09, 2013 1:09 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Lakefront Bridge Burner
Replies: 10
Views: 3414

American Strong Ale is the classification on untappd to my recollection. it is very nice
by Droogy
Thu Mar 07, 2013 6:38 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: LCBO 2013 Spring Craft Seasonal Release
Replies: 139
Views: 60982

Picked up a Bridge Burner in Milton today. Any comments on this one?
by Droogy
Mon Mar 04, 2013 9:51 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Nickel Brook Headstock 473ml can
Replies: 38
Views: 9522

somewhat off topic but the naughty neighbour I just got from the brewery was also very good. it will be a hit this summer I imagine.
by Droogy
Mon Mar 04, 2013 9:45 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Bellwoods Brewery
Replies: 243
Views: 86739

Belgian wrote:
Droogy wrote:Hellwoods is supposed to be back into the retail store by 6pm today... according to a tweet my brother sent me.
It sold out in a day and a half, so move quick if you want this next time.

Nice having the bottle-conditioned Saison available though.
i got two of them when my brother went on sat.
by Droogy
Sat Mar 02, 2013 6:48 am
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Bellwoods Brewery
Replies: 243
Views: 86739

Hellwoods is supposed to be back into the retail store by 6pm today... according to a tweet my brother sent me.
by Droogy
Sat Mar 02, 2013 6:47 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Stratford Brewing left Stratford?
Replies: 15
Views: 4325

i went looking for this place late last year when I happened to be driving though Stratford. Never found it!
by Droogy
Fri Feb 22, 2013 10:45 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Radical Road Brewing Co - Canny Man at the LCBO
Replies: 29
Views: 12837

It's a damn sexy beer. From the packaging, to the sweet and smoky taste. To be honest, I originally had no intention of purchasing this bottle as I have a hard time getting into the smoked beers. But when I saw that packaging yesterday it went right into the basket. I quite liked it. If you were ab...