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by phat matt
Tue Sep 21, 2010 6:18 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Netherworld Cascadian Dark Ale
Replies: 127
Views: 31220

Any idea on an offical lcbo release date? I am still very excited to try something new from flying monkeys.
by phat matt
Sat Sep 18, 2010 9:34 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: What're you drinking right now?
Replies: 16950
Views: 3113142

Drinking a 6 pack of sn autumn tumbler. Its a very nice brown ale. Good amount of chocolate malt with a touch of roasted barley. Very balanced hoping. Has a nice little bite to it without being over powering. If anyone enjoys a nice brown ale I would suggest picking this up. Also have some pumpkin b...
by phat matt
Wed Sep 15, 2010 10:12 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Great Lakes Devils Pale - different hops
Replies: 42
Views: 11649

the new 666 is awesome! it will replace ST IPA as my regular hop fix until i find something better. great work great lakes! Is there a way of deciphering which cans contain the new recipe (and which ones don't)? I.E. cans produced after a certain date? I'm now intrigued after hearing so many good c...
by phat matt
Sat Sep 11, 2010 5:35 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Saranac Pale Ale
Replies: 5
Views: 1387

I agree with you pootz. It is a great beer for the price. Its too bad some people judge before tasting.
by phat matt
Mon Sep 06, 2010 7:39 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: What're you drinking right now?
Replies: 16950
Views: 3113142

Having 3 bottles of stone smoked porter tonight with lamb stew.
by phat matt
Sun Sep 05, 2010 3:42 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Something Brand New from Black Oak
Replies: 22
Views: 6305

Very true. I ment that it would be a regular offering though.
by phat matt
Sun Sep 05, 2010 10:20 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Something Brand New from Black Oak
Replies: 22
Views: 6305

maybe there racing to the punch to realease a well made local IPA.
by phat matt
Sat Sep 04, 2010 12:37 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: The Current State of Niagara's Best Brewpub
Replies: 21
Views: 6178

One of the first times I went there I had a very similar exerience. My brother and I went one night for some drinks and food. It really is a shame about the fries. Such an easy thing to do that makes a world of difference. I agree with most of it being pre made food or highly processed. There club s...
by phat matt
Sun Aug 29, 2010 1:57 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Brasserie Dieu Du Ciel! Microbrewery Feature
Replies: 137
Views: 59638

Stopped by the grimsby store this morning and grabbed a sixer of it. They had like 7 left when I was leaving. Cant wait to see which other one shows up there.
by phat matt
Fri Aug 27, 2010 10:58 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: What're you drinking right now?
Replies: 16950
Views: 3113142

drinking a st ambroise stout. anyone else find these way to bitter? I think it would be an astringent taste I am getting. Not sure if I love or hate this beer yet. Oh well one left to help me decide.
by phat matt
Mon Aug 23, 2010 6:09 pm
Forum: LCBO, Beer Stores, Grocery & Indie Stores
Topic: Saranac Pale Ale
Replies: 15
Views: 6515

I am a fan of saranacs beers. I have bought both of their mix packs, and a few 12's of the pale. Great beer for a low price.
by phat matt
Sun Aug 22, 2010 9:14 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: What're you drinking right now?
Replies: 16950
Views: 3113142

finished off last night with a long trail brewmasters double ipa. Very nice ipa. Hid the 8.6 percent well and had a nice balance between citrus and pine flavors. Also had a few st ambroise oatmeal stouts, and a true north ipa or 2. True north is an excellent pale ale. You cant get much better for th...
by phat matt
Sat Aug 21, 2010 5:26 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Great Lakes Peach Wheat coming to LCBO
Replies: 15
Views: 2969

I think almost all my beer money will be going to great lakes next year. I could drink miami weisse all day/night long.
by phat matt
Sat Aug 21, 2010 5:25 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: What're you drinking right now?
Replies: 16950
Views: 3113142

enjoying some dfh punkin right now. bought 8 last night in buffalo. bottled 3 weeks ago and tasting great.
by phat matt
Wed Aug 18, 2010 5:59 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: Taps Brewpub Niagara Falls
Replies: 24
Views: 8582

Went to taps the other night for some drinks with friends. First time having their food, but everyone raved about it. Good quality and portions. They are currently poruing there ipa which is very good. A little lacking in the aroma department for me, but everything else seemed right to me. Also thei...