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by JaseWescott
Sat Nov 14, 2020 12:45 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1847281

Re: Steam Whistle / New Belgium

I didnt realize that Steam Whistle has been producing Fat Tire in Canada for New Belgium. Now they are adding New Belgium Voodoo Ranger IPA 7% to their roster, available now at the LCBO. https://lfpress.com/life/food/brews-news-steam-whistle-hopes-to-build-on-fat-tire-success-with-new-ipa https://i...
by JaseWescott
Tue Nov 10, 2020 6:40 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Shelton Brothers cease operations
Replies: 3
Views: 1765

Re:

https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/sightlines/2020/11/5/shelton-brothers-ceases-operations?s=03&fbclid=IwAR2_rYIFYQh2L-_kv2McguRPN6aMFs8886_ZZOYTl5HLlFEX35F5iYQ6EeE That website pop-up of BLM.... ? sorry, I use an adblocker. I got that article from a Craft Beer group on FB. I hope the website didn...
by JaseWescott
Tue Nov 10, 2020 6:36 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: General LCBO Debate & Discussion Thread
Replies: 856
Views: 334371

TBS

The Beer Store website received some much needed changes. The inventory now works like it should.

https://www.thebeerstore.ca/

also LCBO website now lets you give a 5 star rating on products.
by JaseWescott
Sun Nov 08, 2020 7:51 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2020 Holiday Gift Packs at the LCBO
Replies: 21
Views: 11060

Re: 2020 Holiday Gift Packs at the LCBO

Fuller's Vintage Ale 2020 reads For the Vintage Ale 2020, we've stayed true to our roots - sourcing all our ingredients here in the UK. The story starts with DRC®, a Double Roasted Crystal malt from East Anglia that promises malty sweetness rich in caramel and raisin. Then there's the Herefordshire...
by JaseWescott
Sun Nov 08, 2020 3:38 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2020 Holiday Gift Packs at the LCBO
Replies: 21
Views: 11060

Re: 2020 Holiday Gift Packs at the LCBO

Fuller's Vintage Ale 2020 reads For the Vintage Ale 2020, we've stayed true to our roots - sourcing all our ingredients here in the UK. The story starts with DRC®, a Double Roasted Crystal malt from East Anglia that promises malty sweetness rich in caramel and raisin. Then there's the Herefordshire ...
by JaseWescott
Wed Nov 04, 2020 10:45 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1847281

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

Schneider Aventinus Tap 9 Eisbock listed at LCBO https://www.lcbo.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/lcbo/lager-16023/aventinus-eisbock-17767 Harviestoun Old Engine Oil drinking very nicely . Dry and bitter like St. Ambroise, with a softer mouthfeel and bit more heft. I do wish the cans were bigger. I...
by JaseWescott
Wed Oct 21, 2020 10:30 am
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1847281

Re: FD Gonzo Porter & Harviestoun Old Engine Oil

Flying Dog-Gonzo porter is absolutely fantastic. Like Hunter S. Thompson...Gonzo Imperial Porter is deep and complex. This turbo charged version of the Road Dog Porter is mysteriously dark with a rich malty body, intense roasted flavors, and a surprisingly unique hop kick. With Gonzo weighing in at...
by JaseWescott
Mon Oct 19, 2020 1:08 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2020 Holiday Gift Packs at the LCBO
Replies: 21
Views: 11060

Re: 2020 Holiday Gift Packs at the LCBO

Holiday Gift packs are available online and ready to ship to the store :)

looks like Chocolate Manifesto is in 473 ml cans this year for $5.25
by JaseWescott
Fri Sep 11, 2020 5:28 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS
Replies: 5283
Views: 1847281

Re: New Arrivals at LCBO & TBS

I enjoyed Marshal Zhukov RIS (first time trying it). West Avenue Heritage Dry is a really good local cider 8) second place goes to Two Blokes - Hex Press Dry Cider (Bellwoodsish label)
by JaseWescott
Wed Sep 09, 2020 2:16 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Spending/Drinking More or Less on Beer during Pandemic?
Replies: 19
Views: 7709

Re: Spending/Drinking More or Less on Beer during Pandemic?

my alcohol intake has increased since the pandemic started. who are we trying to kid here? there is a can shortage :roll: “We are now consuming about 90 to 95 per cent by tin cans and only four to five per cent by tap or in the bar and that has put a significant pressure on the aluminum can manufact...
by JaseWescott
Wed Sep 09, 2020 2:02 pm
Forum: Breweries, Tied Houses & Taprooms
Topic: Wellington
Replies: 17
Views: 5522

Re: Wellington

that's great! thanks for posting. 8 one-off beers to review is even better :wink:
by JaseWescott
Sun Sep 06, 2020 5:01 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2020 Autumn Ontario Craft Beers, Imports & Pumpkin Beers at the LCBO
Replies: 25
Views: 12042

Re: 2020 Autumn Ontario Craft Beers, Imports & Pumpkin Beers at the LCBO

I enjoyed the Welly Rising Tide Collaboration Mix Pack and would recommend picking it up 8)

canned Aug 07th, 2020.
by JaseWescott
Wed Aug 19, 2020 12:40 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: 2020 Autumn Ontario Craft Beers, Imports & Pumpkin Beers at the LCBO
Replies: 25
Views: 12042

Re: 2020 Autumn Ontario Craft Beers, Imports & Pumpkin Beers at the LCBO

Wellington Collaboration Mix Pack listed https://www.lcbo.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/en/lcbo/taster-pack-16118296124-1/wellington-brewery-collaboration-mixed-pack-16892#.Xz1V6kBFxzk beers inside Wellington x Great Lakes West Coast Pale Ale (5.8% abv) Wellington x Muskoka Coffee Cream Ale (5.0% ab...