THE4RINGZ
Posts: 16,816
Jun 25, 2012 8:42pm
Finally found some Palate Wrecker. Need to put it in the fridge for a few long days before trying it.
gerb131
Posts: 9,932
Jun 25, 2012 10:03pm
Got some Front Porch Rocker from Sam Adams. It was pretty decent don't know why the lemon flavoring as lemon and beer for me dont harmonize well. I wouldnt drink it again.
Wright Pils is good stuff.
Wright Pils is good stuff.
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I Wear Pants
Posts: 16,223
Jun 25, 2012 11:52pm
Lemon has to be done right in a beer. Balanced with the spices and such. Most breweries are pretty shitty at doing that.gerb131;1211717 wrote:Got some Front Porch Rocker from Sam Adams. It was pretty decent don't know why the lemon flavoring as lemon and beer for me dont harmonize well. I wouldnt drink it again.
Wright Pils is good stuff.
Curly J
Posts: 7,282
Jun 26, 2012 11:59pm
No posts from me last night since I wasn't drinking. I had an early morning follow up doctors appointment for some tests I had a few months ago. Good news is my liver is still looking good and not a lump of coal, in spite what I throw at it.
Just had a Hoppus Maxumus to wake up the flavor buds. Now onto the Jolly Pumpkins. Currently having the Luciernaga. Loving this. Nice spices on the palate with that sour, bitterish finish. I keeps taking sips while typing this post.
I'm looking forward to having a couple more bottles of JP's tonight and giving sonofanump a few drunken posts to read...we'll see.
Just had a Hoppus Maxumus to wake up the flavor buds. Now onto the Jolly Pumpkins. Currently having the Luciernaga. Loving this. Nice spices on the palate with that sour, bitterish finish. I keeps taking sips while typing this post.
I'm looking forward to having a couple more bottles of JP's tonight and giving sonofanump a few drunken posts to read...we'll see.
Curly J
Posts: 7,282
Jun 27, 2012 1:37am
Just had the Maracaibo Especial from JP.Even better than the Luciernaga. More body on this one. Loving it.
I'll be switching off to some Hops since I could honestly drink my remaining JP's till it's time to wake in the morning/afternoon. Time for some beers that will put me nite nite. Got some Palate Wreckers and LE Monsters. Palate Wrecker is up first.
I'll be switching off to some Hops since I could honestly drink my remaining JP's till it's time to wake in the morning/afternoon. Time for some beers that will put me nite nite. Got some Palate Wreckers and LE Monsters. Palate Wrecker is up first.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jun 27, 2012 8:15am
Came across some JP the other day but I didn't buy it. Sounds like I'm blowing it.
I love the Palate Wecker, but I find the price varies pretty greatly. I can get a bomber for $10 at whole foods, or a 4 pack anywhere from $10 to $15 around me. Next time I see it in the $10 range I'll pick some up.
I love the Palate Wecker, but I find the price varies pretty greatly. I can get a bomber for $10 at whole foods, or a 4 pack anywhere from $10 to $15 around me. Next time I see it in the $10 range I'll pick some up.
BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Jun 27, 2012 10:47am
Will have to give it a try. Have you had any gushers yet? JP beers are know to start overflowing once you open it. I alway open mine over the sink because about half of them I get start gushing out once I crack it open.Curly J;1212682 wrote:Just had the Maracaibo Especial from JP.Even better than the Luciernaga. More body on this one. Loving it.
Curly J
Posts: 7,282
Jun 27, 2012 11:54am
BORIStheCrusher;1212805 wrote:Will have to give it a try. Have you had any gushers yet? JP beers are know to start overflowing once you open it. I alway open mine over the sink because about half of them I get start gushing out once I crack it open.
Not yet. I have noticed that there is quite a head when poured into my Sam Adams Glasses, especially if there are remnants from another beer.
THE4RINGZ
Posts: 16,816
Jun 27, 2012 7:50pm
Picked up some Harpoon IPA today
Curly J
Posts: 7,282
Jun 28, 2012 2:01am
I wouldn't say you are blowing it. It's just a different experience having sour beers. Brings out a whole new appreciation for a different beer style and the twist they put on that style. Very different.Commander of Awesome;1212747 wrote:Came across some JP the other day but I didn't buy it. Sounds like I'm blowing it.
Had the JP Fuego del Otono tonight. Good but not as good as the Brown Ale I had from them last night, the Maracaibo. I'm having the Madrugada Obscura right now. A freaking sour Stout!!! Mind=Blown.
The only thing I hate about JP is their names...having to have the empty bottles around me to type the names of their beers...lol But it's worth it as I will keep buying their beers. Especially for the Summer.
Raw Dawgin' it
Posts: 11,466
Jun 28, 2012 7:26am
Tried Southern Tier Barley Wine last night - that is good f'n beer! First time I had a barley wine, is it actually a beer? Anyways, 10% alcohol and drinking a bomber got me drunk. I love southern tier and recommend any of their brews to anyone.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jun 28, 2012 8:13am
That is a good f'in (lol) beer.
I finally tried a St. bernardus last night. I tried the tripel (cheapest they had lol) and it was great. Did not disappoint.
I finally tried a St. bernardus last night. I tried the tripel (cheapest they had lol) and it was great. Did not disappoint.
BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Jun 28, 2012 9:05am
I guess I'll have to try the Brown Ale because I remember loving Fuego del Otono, thought it would be an awesome fall beer. And Madrugada Obscura blew my mind for sure. I waited so long to buy it, I thought there was no way in hell it could taste good. First couple sips were a little awkward but ended up loving it. The two contrasting flavors somehow worked great together, thats why I love JP.Curly J;1213646 wrote: Had the JP Fuego del Otono tonight. Good but not as good as the Brown Ale I had from them last night, the Maracaibo. I'm having the Madrugada Obscura right now. A freaking sour Stout!!! Mind=Blown.
vdubb96
Posts: 2,210
Jun 28, 2012 9:46am
Have any of you ever aged any of the St. Bernardus brews? I want to try the three I have but also think it would be cool to age them as well. If I could easily obtain them I'd just drink them this weekend!
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I Wear Pants
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Jun 28, 2012 1:51pm
Yes, they're delicious. I've had Pater 6, Prior 8, and ABT 12. Great stuff.vdubb96;1213788 wrote:Have any of you ever aged any of the St. Bernardus brews? I want to try the three I have but also think it would be cool to age them as well. If I could easily obtain them I'd just drink them this weekend!
Edit: I didn't read this correctly the first time and didn't see that you asked about aging. No, I haven't aged them.
BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Jun 28, 2012 2:09pm
Which ones do you have? I would image they would hold up well over time, belgians are pretty good at that. If you have more than one of the same just drink one now and save the others.vdubb96;1213788 wrote:Have any of you ever aged any of the St. Bernardus brews? I want to try the three I have but also think it would be cool to age them as well. If I could easily obtain them I'd just drink them this weekend!
vdubb96
Posts: 2,210
Jun 28, 2012 3:52pm
I have St. Bernardus ABT 12, Tripel, and Prior 8. They all can be aged up to 5 years and one of them maybe ABT 12 was like 15yrs. I want to drill them bastards now but also think it would be cool to age them for awhile.
BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Jun 28, 2012 4:54pm
Just curious what makes them hard to get for you? My suggestion would be to try them now and buy more of the ones you like and see how aging compares to a fresh beer. While some beers will age well, they can taste just as good if not better fresh and it would be good to have a starting point when drinking an aged beer.vdubb96;1214131 wrote:I have St. Bernardus ABT 12, Tripel, and Prior 8. They all can be aged up to 5 years and one of them maybe ABT 12 was like 15yrs. I want to drill them bastards now but also think it would be cool to age them for awhile.
Curly J
Posts: 7,282
Jun 29, 2012 2:28am
Palate Wrecker tonight...again after some unsuccessful mixed drinks that The Wife thought would work. Didn't work for me besides the buzz, but she enjoyed them. Well I'm into my second PW and maybe onto an LE Monster awaiting in the fridge here in a few. Actually it's on with the LE Monster as I've finished the PW as I'm typing...and you are welcome Sonofanump for another drunken post from me.
vdubb96
Posts: 2,210
Jun 29, 2012 7:42am
There aren't any stores near me that carry it.
vdubb96
Posts: 2,210
Jun 29, 2012 7:43am
There are no stores near me that carry it.BORIStheCrusher;1214201 wrote:Just curious what makes them hard to get for you? My suggestion would be to try them now and buy more of the ones you like and see how aging compares to a fresh beer. While some beers will age well, they can taste just as good if not better fresh and it would be good to have a starting point when drinking an aged beer.
BORIStheCrusher
Posts: 1,893
Jun 29, 2012 10:18am
Guess I figured that since it isn't very rare of a beer. I would still try them out now even if it's not all at once, and maybe next time you are in an area that has it pick some up. There might not be any near you, but you should see it again if you/friend/family member ever come across a decent beer store. They might taste great with some time on them, but you wouldn't really know how it's changed and what you're comparing it to.vdubb96;1214883 wrote:There are no stores near me that carry it.
Raw Dawgin' it
Posts: 11,466
Jun 29, 2012 10:31am
Picking up a 5L New Castle mini keg after work for the weekend - nothing like having draft beer while doing nothing all day ha
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Jun 29, 2012 10:37am
I plan on pounding beers by the pool on Saturday. Might try and find the Wright Pils for that.
Big_Mirg_ZHS
Posts: 2,079
Jun 29, 2012 10:45am
I know its not some micro brew or anything like that but ive been drinking alot of Summer Shandy lately.