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by Craig
Thu May 04, 2023 3:13 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Why don't brewery taprooms stay open late?
Replies: 15
Views: 6668

Re: Why don't brewery taprooms stay open late?

Are taprooms not open late? For example, Bellwoods is open until 1, Amsterdam Brewhouse until 12 or 2 depending on the day, Northern Maverick until 2. I'm sure there are some that don't say open too, I just checked a few randomly that I thought probably had later hours. I think you'll definitely fin...
by Craig
Wed May 03, 2023 11:05 am
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: Detroit
Replies: 94
Views: 59456

Re: Detroit

I was just in Detroit for an extended weekend, figured this thread could use dusting off. Breweries: Detroit have a few, but honestly they're not as saturated as most places are these days. I gather that's changing in time. Faisan was the standout place for me. They're pretty new and still finding t...
by Craig
Mon Apr 24, 2023 4:30 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Pine
Replies: 21
Views: 8994

Re: Pine

I noticed Karma Simcoe on LCBO shelves. I haven't tried it myself, but you'd think that would be kinda piney?
by Craig
Mon Apr 24, 2023 2:24 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Pine
Replies: 21
Views: 8994

Re: Pine

Pine seems like a flavour profile that has fallen out of favour a bit over the years. I haven't had a Lone Pine in ages, I should pick a few up.
by Craig
Fri Mar 31, 2023 4:24 pm
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn
Replies: 46
Views: 34613

Re: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn

Thanks!

I had As Is on the list already, but the other two are new to me. City Swiggers could definitely be on the agenda since it's by the museums.
by Craig
Tue Mar 28, 2023 11:24 am
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn
Replies: 46
Views: 34613

Re: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn

Grimm was on my list, but KCBC wasn't, thanks!
by Craig
Mon Mar 27, 2023 10:42 pm
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn
Replies: 46
Views: 34613

Re: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn

I'll go where the beer is.
by Craig
Mon Mar 27, 2023 9:23 am
Forum: Outside of Ontario Beer Travel, Local Beer/Brewery Guides and Talk
Topic: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn
Replies: 46
Views: 34613

Re: New York/Manhattan/Brooklyn

I've got a weekend in NY on the horizon. Any updated advice?
by Craig
Fri Mar 24, 2023 10:24 am
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Badlands Brewing Caledon
Replies: 32
Views: 14665

Re: Badlands Brewing Caledon

I checked out a Badlands tap takeover at the Wooly in Guelph last night. Badlands tap takeovers are ridiculous. They're just like "Here's 18 hazy IPAs, a festbier, a stout and a porter."

The porter was incredible.
by Craig
Mon Mar 20, 2023 10:49 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1822304

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

I had a Bellwoods A Stout with Coffee (https://www.lcbo.com/en/bellwoods-brewery-a-stout-with-coffee-30366) the other day and thought it strongly resembled my memory of Peche. Possibly a little stronger on the coffee and a little more approachable at 5%. Reminded me why I grew to love that brewery b...
by Craig
Fri Mar 17, 2023 11:20 am
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: The Granite
Replies: 8
Views: 4084

Re: The Granite

They're also a great, affordable, venue for events. I got married there!
by Craig
Wed Mar 15, 2023 10:58 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2023 LCBO Spring Release
Replies: 5
Views: 6304

Re: 2023 LCBO Spring Release

Some interesting stuff on there. A few Euro offerings I've never tried and a couple of big US IPAs that are always fun.
by Craig
Tue Mar 14, 2023 9:48 am
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Elora Brewing Company (n. of Guelph)
Replies: 16
Views: 10592

Re: Elora Brewing Company (n. of Guelph)

A shoutout to Elora for making Queen of the Quarry, a German style altbier. It's tasting mighty good right now. Yes. It’s absolutely fantastic, I need to grab more before it’s gone. The Keller Pils is really good as well. Wasn’t as impressed by the black Pilsner, unfortunately. Drag, I have 6 of th...
by Craig
Tue Mar 14, 2023 9:48 am
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Elora Brewing Company (n. of Guelph)
Replies: 16
Views: 10592

Re: Elora Brewing Company (n. of Guelph)

Tapsucker wrote: Mon Mar 13, 2023 8:26 pm As a kellerbier geek, I am interested, but I don't think I have seen their offerings at the Elsi Lickbow Any suggestions where to find this in the GTA (core)?
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