LCBO Holiday/Gift Packs 2011

cannondale · Post by **cannondale** » Thu Oct 27, 2011 5:42 pm

The_Jester wrote:Starting to show up now. I saw Fullers, the Belgian mix pack, Sammy Smith, Jenlain, Bah Humbug, Christoffel, La Chouffe, and maybe a couple of others.

At my local booze bazaar they had all of the above, as well as all 3 Mill St. gift sets, St. Peter's gift, Bavarian Alps, Biere de Boucanier, Sam Smith Winter Welcome and Gift set, and a bunch of other shit.

Belgian · Post by **Belgian** » Thu Oct 27, 2011 10:17 pm

Enjoyed some La Chouffe I bought a year ago at SAQ, it ages well so grab a few if you want to keep some on hand.

spinrsx · Post by **spinrsx** » Fri Oct 28, 2011 11:58 am

I can't even find the bah humbug or the Biere de Boucanier on the lcbo website.. odd that it's in stores

cannondale wrote:
The_Jester wrote:Starting to show up now. I saw Fullers, the Belgian mix pack, Sammy Smith, Jenlain, Bah Humbug, Christoffel, La Chouffe, and maybe a couple of others.
At my local booze bazaar they had all of the above, as well as all 3 Mill St. gift sets, St. Peter's gift, Bavarian Alps, Biere de Boucanier, Sam Smith Winter Welcome and Gift set, and a bunch of other shit.

cannondale · Post by **cannondale** » Fri Oct 28, 2011 2:25 pm

spinrsx wrote:I can't even find the bah humbug or the Biere de Boucanier on the lcbo website.. odd that it's in stores

A little odd, but certainly not without precedent.

I tried the Augustijn Brune and the Grand Cru last night. Both were fairly enjoyable, but a little on the sweet side. I prefer the Bornem Dubbel to the Brune, but it's always nice to try something new.

robinvboyer · Post by **robinvboyer** » Sat Oct 29, 2011 2:26 pm

Where are these gift packs being spotted?

The_Jester · Post by **The_Jester** » Sat Oct 29, 2011 3:19 pm

Peterborough. They always seem to put 'em out as soon as they arrive.

Was in Whitby last night, and didn't see anything there. (Brock & Kingston).

nickelass · Post by **nickelass** » Sat Oct 29, 2011 7:18 pm

Nothing up here in the great white north yet, but they usually have a decent selection. If only they would participate in the seasonal beer releases, but I'm not that lucky.

uno99 · Post by **uno99** » Sun Oct 30, 2011 5:27 pm

anyone have item #'s for these? I cant find them on the LCBO site, and I'd like to know which store has the best selection before I make a trek out to one.

The Mick · Post by **The Mick** » Sun Oct 30, 2011 8:07 pm

Seen most, if not all of these in a Kingston LC as I was passing through. What's the consensus on the Christoffel Jug? Their Winterse is a Bok, and I really like it, but this has the description of pilsner syle lager. Anyone had it before?

phat matt · Post by **phat matt** » Sun Oct 30, 2011 8:24 pm

A buddy had the christoffel jug at a party last night. Was nothing great i thought. I enjoy there other beers for their unique flavour, but this tasted thin and boring. IMHO

The Mick · Post by **The Mick** » Mon Oct 31, 2011 12:25 am

That's disappointing to hear. I really like some of their beers as well. I guess I'll just put this down on my Christmas list for work ($25 and under) and if i don't get it, I don't need to worry about it. That 2L swing top looks like it could come in pretty handy though.

TheBeeraholic · Post by **TheBeeraholic** » Mon Oct 31, 2011 8:38 am

The Mick wrote:That's disappointing to hear. I really like some of their beers as well. I guess I'll just put this down on my Christmas list for work ($25 and under) and if i don't get it, I don't need to worry about it. That 2L swing top looks like it could come in pretty handy though.

I bought a bottle last year to bring for Christmas dinner. I don't remember the flavour profile but I know I enjoyed it. The 2L ceramic bottle is great to save up your spare change, or if your heading down to the states its a nice growler to fill up on whatever some of the beer stores have on tap. Cheers!

TheBeeraholic · Post by **TheBeeraholic** » Mon Oct 31, 2011 8:42 am

Seen the same as most have claimed to . I picked up a couple bottles of Fullers Vintage Ale. But has anyone seen any of the below?

Unibroue 17 Grand Reserve
Samuel Adams New World Triple
Chimay Grand Reserve Canister
St. Bernardus Gift Pack

Also noticed there was no mention to the Chimay gift pack with the glass. Recently broke one of my Chimay glasses. Anyone know if this is coming as well or is the canister replacing it?

Cheers!

kafercrazy · Post by **kafercrazy** » Mon Oct 31, 2011 10:10 am

any product numbers for the seasonal list yet?

Ukie · Post by **Ukie** » Mon Oct 31, 2011 1:21 pm

The Unibroue 17 Grand Reserve is #256297 $9.95, I know cause I just picked some up.

The St. Ambroisie has the Scotch, Apricot, Pale and a glass.

Saw what everyone else has seen, Erdinger 6 pk and Old Speckled Hen with glass, no SA yet.

And yes they are new batches of the 17, bottled May 26 2011.

Also, asked about the St. Bernardus Gift Pack and they werent sure about that one. Maybe a late arrival?