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by JWalter
Wed May 03, 2006 12:29 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Ontario Craft Brewers mixed pack?
Replies: 18
Views: 8440

Okay; even then, which breweries get to have two beers represented while others only get 1? Easy.... Rock Paper Scissors... Ok, my OCB 6-Pack (for Market): Mill St. Tankhouse Ale Black Oak Nut Brown Steamwhistle (or if they've left the OCB, then King Pilsner) Magnotta Wonder Weisse Wellington Speci...
by JWalter
Wed May 03, 2006 12:21 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Where to find certain beers
Replies: 4
Views: 2845

Hey Sweet, welcome to the site... Keep in mind that many of us have been into craft beer for a long time, so from time to time you might see lots of excitement about a new, (or new to Ontario) beer that is a little different, and we perhaps have a tendency to not get quite as excited about all of th...
by JWalter
Wed May 03, 2006 12:16 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: LCBO Summer Release
Replies: 81
Views: 46205

I tried the St. Louis Kriek and the Ninkeberry at the TO Wine & Cheese show... The Ninkeberry was Ok, very sweet, very sort of alcopoppy, but not bad tasting... It's a fun one to pass around, it'll raise a few eyebrows and might be a 'gateway' beer that get some ladies into trying other fruit-fl...
by JWalter
Wed May 03, 2006 12:07 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Beer Styles
Replies: 6
Views: 4886

First off, great question. Personally, and I'm sure not everyone shares my opinion, I feel that generally speaking 'styles' are useful, they can be used to quickly convey lots of information. For instance, if I say, this beer is an IPA, you should be able to very quickly have an idea of the color, f...
by JWalter
Mon May 01, 2006 11:39 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: LCBO Spring release
Replies: 228
Views: 100592

JWalter wrote:Totals 1463 bottles, or 60.9 cases.
Grabbed 8 more today, getting nervous... LCBO website now has only 628 bottles left... Ouch! At this rate, they'll be sold out within a week...
by JWalter
Mon May 01, 2006 11:34 pm
Forum: Beer Events & Festivals
Topic: Mondial de la Biere - May 31st to June 4th - Montreal, QC
Replies: 40
Views: 17259

Mondial de la Biere - May 31st to June 4th - Montreal, QC

Ok, it's five weeks away, who's going? Steve-E and I are driving up to Montreal on Friday morning, planning to also hit Dieu de Ciel either Fri or Sat night, also a good deppaneur to bring back some goodies... Anyone else going for sure, want to meet up somewhere? Also, if anyone is planning to head...
by JWalter
Mon May 01, 2006 11:29 pm
Forum: Good Pubs, Brewpubs & Beer Bars
Topic: The Embassy
Replies: 8
Views: 3720

Thanks for the recommendation guys, picked up a copy at Chapters this weekend, and it's great, really enjoying it!
by JWalter
Sat Apr 29, 2006 11:23 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Types of Beer
Replies: 4
Views: 4143

:o Holy SH*T... That's hillarious! :roll:
by JWalter
Sat Apr 29, 2006 11:20 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Upper Canada Rebellion ALE
Replies: 8
Views: 6207

I was a HUGE fan of the Rebellion Ale and was also very BITTER when it went away, and then when Dragon's Breath Pale Ale also disappeared it was very, very depressing... I would love to see Sleeman's/Upper Canada start to release some good beer... It seems their 'Signature' series isn't too bad, not...
by JWalter
Sat Apr 29, 2006 10:30 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: LCBO Spring release
Replies: 228
Views: 100592

Just some info, perhaps I'll check this again in a week, I just searched on DFH60 Minute on the LCBO website, pasted the results table of stores w/ stock and SUMmed the Quantity on Hand column and it totals 1463 bottles, or 60.9 cases. I don't think this is a complete picture of their inventory, but...
by JWalter
Thu Apr 27, 2006 10:00 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: Session Beer?
Replies: 28
Views: 7934

Agreed. Filson got this one wrong, Session Ale definitely is something that you can drink in a Session, meaning I think at least 3 or 4... I wouldn't always expect it to be under 4%, personally I just want something that is flavorful, but not over the top, like a Fuller's London Pride, or certainly ...
by JWalter
Tue Apr 25, 2006 11:02 am
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: LCBO Spring release
Replies: 228
Views: 100592

A few points: 1) I've got my 1st case already! Had a few bottles this weekend, excellent stuff!! 2) Assuming this beer DOES go like Wildfire, selling out completely within a month, you have to think that's a good thing long term and that the LCBO will be more likely to continue including American Pa...
by JWalter
Fri Apr 21, 2006 1:33 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: LCBO Spring release
Replies: 228
Views: 100592

I am such a lucky man... My wonderful wife dropped by the Mavis/Dundas LCBO today and picked me up a case of Dogfish Head 60 minute! Drinking good beer this weekend! Whee!
by JWalter
Tue Apr 18, 2006 10:52 pm
Forum: Local and Imported Beer Reviews
Topic: Brahma
Replies: 32
Views: 16844

Reading your posts reminded me of the story of how you're supposed to make a 'REAL' Martini... That is, you pour your ounce or two of gin or vodka into the glass and then just show it the vermouth... I'm wondering if that'll be the way that new ultra-light beer will be made... They'll take a bottle ...
by JWalter
Tue Apr 18, 2006 1:46 pm
Forum: General Beer Discussion & Random Talk
Topic: LCBO Spring release
Replies: 228
Views: 100592

DOGFISH HEAD showing up on the LCBO web site... It's coming, it's coming!!

http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/ProductRes ... BER=613539