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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Apr 18, 2010 8:39pm
Is it a Harvard Proven Fact?

DeyDurkie5
Posts: 11,324
Apr 18, 2010 8:40pm
Their website says so, has to be factLJ wrote:I dunno how anyone can like capri-sun more than Sunny-D. It's impossible. Actually, I think it is a proven fact.I Wear Pants wrote: I'm the only one who's been right in this thread. Because seriously, if you don't like Capri-Sun you should probably play with the business end of a shotgun. Un-fucking-excusable to not like Capri-Sun.

stroups
Posts: 3,223
Apr 18, 2010 8:40pm
What the fuck is Sunny-D................ I want some purple drink

CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Apr 18, 2010 8:49pm
I'm not a beer snob. I generally go for Coors light.
I'm only a snob when it comes to wine. Now THERE are some rules that should not be broken.
Ever. For example:
Pink wine (white zin) = for people who don't know wine.
I'm only a snob when it comes to wine. Now THERE are some rules that should not be broken.
Ever. For example:
Pink wine (white zin) = for people who don't know wine.

CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Apr 18, 2010 8:50pm
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Apr 18, 2010 8:51pm
LOL @ White Zinfandel.
Wine should be quality unless it comes in a box. Then it just has to be fun.
Wine should be quality unless it comes in a box. Then it just has to be fun.

Glory Days
Posts: 7,809
Apr 18, 2010 8:51pm
agreed, purple stuff tops the beverage chain.stroups wrote: What the fuck is Sunny-D................ I want some purple drink

CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Apr 18, 2010 8:55pm
I Wear Pants wrote: LOL @ White Zinfandel.
Wine should be quality unless it comes in a box. Then it just has to be fun.
You've learned fast, Grasshopper!
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Timber
Posts: 935
Apr 18, 2010 10:37pm
I am one of those who are somewhat intimidated by wino's... lol .That is my affectionate term for wine snobs. I have never gotten into wine. I really do not like drinks that are not cold. I do not drink coffee, hot chocolate, hot tea, etc. So when I do drink wine, I like something cold and sweet, which as you know leads to wine snob's recognizing and laughing at my pathetic existence... LOLCenterBHSFan wrote: I'm not a beer snob. I generally go for Coors light.
I'm only a snob when it comes to wine. Now THERE are some rules that should not be broken.
Ever. For example:
Pink wine (white zin) = for people who don't know wine.
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I had some merlot with friends at dinner the other night... meh, I got rocked, but I would have preferred a cold beer (which I had as a chaser.) So what do you rec. a novice trying... to expand their wine taste and appreciation. I am willing to learn. I like all the berry wines, mixed fruits, etc.

CenterBHSFan
Posts: 6,115
Apr 18, 2010 10:56pm
No Snow,
If you prefer the sweeter wines but don't want the pink drink of shame, you can always try something like a moscato leggero (Gloria Ferrar) The trouble is, that most whites taste better when chilled.
Also I would recommend reislings and gewurztraminer (say gavertztrameener). The reisling I would chill but the gewurtztraminer can be drank at room temperature.
There are some sweeter reds out there, they need chilled also, however most reds are awful chilled. There are a variety of ports, shiraz and some chianti's out there that have a sweeter flavor that are best room temp.
The great thing about wines is that you don't have to spend alot of money (popular misconception) to enjoy them. Most varieties of wines, including the ones I listed above, can be found in the common grocery store. These are great for beginners. And if you find something that keeps you interested enough, then you can start experimenting with different labels.
For the record, some of the best wines I've ever had were under $10. In fact, most of the better wines you can get at under $40 (and that's for special occasions).
The people who have more money than brains are the ones that will spend over $40, unless they are label collectors or investing to make a profit later.
If you really want to try and expand on different flavors, there are many wine clubs that will send you a different wine(s) each month to try at a reasonable cost also. I actually belong to one and have never been disappointed, even when I didn't care for a particular taste. It also helps that I still have friends in Ca. who send me bottles from time to time.
If you prefer the sweeter wines but don't want the pink drink of shame, you can always try something like a moscato leggero (Gloria Ferrar) The trouble is, that most whites taste better when chilled.
Also I would recommend reislings and gewurztraminer (say gavertztrameener). The reisling I would chill but the gewurtztraminer can be drank at room temperature.
There are some sweeter reds out there, they need chilled also, however most reds are awful chilled. There are a variety of ports, shiraz and some chianti's out there that have a sweeter flavor that are best room temp.
The great thing about wines is that you don't have to spend alot of money (popular misconception) to enjoy them. Most varieties of wines, including the ones I listed above, can be found in the common grocery store. These are great for beginners. And if you find something that keeps you interested enough, then you can start experimenting with different labels.
For the record, some of the best wines I've ever had were under $10. In fact, most of the better wines you can get at under $40 (and that's for special occasions).
The people who have more money than brains are the ones that will spend over $40, unless they are label collectors or investing to make a profit later.
If you really want to try and expand on different flavors, there are many wine clubs that will send you a different wine(s) each month to try at a reasonable cost also. I actually belong to one and have never been disappointed, even when I didn't care for a particular taste. It also helps that I still have friends in Ca. who send me bottles from time to time.
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Timber
Posts: 935
Apr 18, 2010 11:05pm
^^^^ thanks... baby steps
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tuskytuffguy
Posts: 615
Apr 18, 2010 11:19pm
Kendall-Jackson Chardonnay with an italian meal is total bliss. Downside is, I've noticed quite a bit of taste difference since they switched from real cork to a rubber cork.
But, I am a huge fan of a mild Reisling. I'll drink it to death. I swear that stuff goes well with anything.
But, I am a huge fan of a mild Reisling. I'll drink it to death. I swear that stuff goes well with anything.
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Apr 18, 2010 11:22pm
There is a bottle of Kendall-Jackson in my cold room.

gerb131
Posts: 9,932
Apr 18, 2010 11:46pm
If its not at least 8$ a 6 pack it won't be in my fridge unless its Budweiser.

BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Apr 19, 2010 10:27am
That's because you (and the majority of the public) are ignorant when it comes to beer. The only beers you know are Bud, Miller/Coors, and the 'premium' beers like Blue Moon, Corona, Heineken etc. I would feel the same way as you if all I drank were shitty beers made with adjuncts like corn and rice and extracts as opposed to using roasted barley and real ingredients.SQ_Crazies wrote: I'll stand by what I said. If you're going to pick one drink for taste, you're lying if you pick any beer in the world. I don't believe anyone that tells me that any beer is their favorite taste unless maybe it's root beer.
Feel free to call me a liar, but beer is by far my favorite drink. I've invested a lot of money in the beers I drink because I enjoy trying new stuff, and some of the stuff I buy is pretty expensive. Two weeks ago I paid $22 for a 4 pack of beer, I would never do that for any other drink.

gerb131
Posts: 9,932
Apr 19, 2010 10:28am
What in the hell was 22 for a 4 pack? I hit the Andersons and Grapes of Mirth for specialty beers but I haven't seem something like that. Thanks your fellow beer snob.BORIStheCrusher wrote:That's because you (and the majority of the public) are ignorant when it comes to beer. The only beers you know are Bud, Miller/Coors, and the 'premium' beers like Blue Moon, Corona, Heineken etc. I would feel the same way as you if all I drank were shitty beers made with adjuncts like corn and rice and extracts as opposed to using roasted barley and real ingredients.SQ_Crazies wrote: I'll stand by what I said. If you're going to pick one drink for taste, you're lying if you pick any beer in the world. I don't believe anyone that tells me that any beer is their favorite taste unless maybe it's root beer.
Feel free to call me a liar, but beer is by far my favorite drink. I've invested a lot of money in the beers I drink because I enjoy trying new stuff, and some of the stuff I buy is pretty expensive. Two weeks ago I paid $22 for a 4 pack of beer, I would never do that for any other drink.

BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Apr 19, 2010 10:37am
Founders Kentucky Breakfast Stout. It was worth every penny.gerb131 wrote:
What in the hell was 22 for a 4 pack? I hit the Andersons and Grapes of Mirth for specialty beers but I haven't seem something like that. Thanks your fellow beer snob.

gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Apr 19, 2010 10:44am
Give me a strong IPA on a summer day, and I'm happy. Dogfish Head 120 minute, Harpoon Imperial IPA, Racer 5 ... all delicious. That's not to say I don't drink my fair share of "cheap" beer ... I downed a few 12-packs of Bud Light during the hockey games this weekend. But to dismiss the "better" beers is to miss out on a great joy in life

gerb131
Posts: 9,932
Apr 19, 2010 10:46am
MMM that sounds quite tasty. Did you find that in Central Ohio?BORIStheCrusher wrote:Founders Kentucky Breakfast Stout. It was worth every penny.gerb131 wrote:
What in the hell was 22 for a 4 pack? I hit the Andersons and Grapes of Mirth for specialty beers but I haven't seem something like that. Thanks your fellow beer snob.
I love the IPA's but Racer 5 is NASTYgorocks99 wrote: Give me a strong IPA on a summer day, and I'm happy. Dogfish Head 120 minute, Harpoon Imperial IPA, Racer 5 ... all delicious. That's not to say I don't drink my fair share of "cheap" beer ... I downed a few 12-packs of Bud Light during the hockey games this weekend. But to dismiss the "better" beers is to miss out on a great joy in life![]()

gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Apr 19, 2010 10:47am
Booooo ... Racer 5 is a mainstay in my fridge

gerb131
Posts: 9,932
Apr 19, 2010 11:01am
Think I drank the Hop Rod one and it wasn't for me. Next time I see some different types from Racer I may give them a chance.

gorocks99
Posts: 10,760
Apr 19, 2010 11:03am
Yeah, Hop Rod Rye is a different type of beer from that brewery (Bear Republic). Not my favorite of theirs. The only other one they distribute widely is the aforementioned Racer 5.
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cbus4life
Posts: 2,849
Apr 19, 2010 11:05am
Bells>all.

BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Apr 19, 2010 11:17am
Hop Rod is actually my favorite beer from BR. Racer 5 is good as well, but they distribute others, Racer X DIPA, Red Rocket Ale, and Big Bear Black Stout.gorocks99 wrote: Yeah, Hop Rod Rye is a different type of beer from that brewery (Bear Republic). Not my favorite of theirs. The only other one they distribute widely is the aforementioned Racer 5.
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MontyBrunswick
Apr 19, 2010 11:46am
I got moderhated apparently. My post disappeared