Anyone interested in a beer swap meet?

Discussion in 'Pacific' started by BlackElvis, Mar 30, 2012.

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  1. BlackElvis

    BlackElvis Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2011 California

    This is just to test the waters to see if there's any interest at all. I work at a brewery in boulder and i was thinking of putting together an event at the brewery where we can all bring a few beers or as many as u want and trade over a few pints or tasters. Maybe even(if there's enough interest) do a dollar off all pints or tasters for all traders. U can trade whatever u like sessions,rares , whales? $4$. I know from trading here in CO that there are a lot of great traders and cool people with awesome cellars. It would be great if we had an event every once in a while to meet new people make new friends and trade some awesome brews. I can't really see there being to many rules to the trade other than the main one Absolutely no Selling or cash exchange for bottles of any kind. And for now no tastings of traded brews, but I'm sure that can be changed if we do tastings in moderation. If any one has any ideas or comments feel free to post or message me. Thanks hope to hear from u guys
     
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  2. SalukiAlum

    SalukiAlum Initiate (0) Dec 19, 2010 Colorado

    I like the idea! Would consider it, but sure like to share and taste although I know that certainly isn't the best scenario for the brewery. But I would consider trying it maybe once a month or something!
     
  3. Oxymoron

    Oxymoron Pooh-Bah (1,993) Aug 14, 2005 Colorado
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    Doesn't Avery do this already?

    http://beeradvocate.com/events/info/41658

    I have never been to a meeting, but from my understanding that is something that you are talking about. Maybe someone here who has gone can give you more insight.
     
  4. BlackElvis

    BlackElvis Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2011 California

    This mostly a hombrew sharing club not a serious BA style traders place. From what I've seen. I'm been a couple times and haven't seen to many BA's there
     
  5. TenHornsProud

    TenHornsProud Initiate (0) Aug 13, 2010 Colorado

    Thanks for posting this up. I had no idea about it, but this looks like a good time for home brewers.
     
  6. Graviz

    Graviz Initiate (0) Feb 26, 2012 Colorado

    I'd be interested depending on when. Which brewery do you work at? Since Avery is doing their release next weekend at 5:00 probably want to get there around 3:00ish if you're going; what would you think about doing something around noon at your brewery?
     
  7. gklover1

    gklover1 Zealot (555) Oct 18, 2009 Colorado

    You know I would be interested. Have to see if I can swing it with the fam, depending on the date. Keep me in the loop!!
     
  8. boatshoes

    boatshoes Initiate (0) Jul 5, 2008 Massachusetts

    I'd be interested in something like this as well depending on the date. Keep us posted!
     
  9. tacosandbeer

    tacosandbeer Pooh-Bah (1,760) Sep 24, 2010 British Indian Ocean Territory
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    So what brewery ;-)
     
  10. FishPondManager

    FishPondManager Initiate (0) Feb 28, 2012 Colorado

    I'd get in on this. I'll be going to Avery next weekend.
     
  11. Graviz

    Graviz Initiate (0) Feb 26, 2012 Colorado

    If only Black Elvis would update his original post so we all can find out which brewery is his. :grinning:
     
  12. boatshoes

    boatshoes Initiate (0) Jul 5, 2008 Massachusetts

    Well, I'd be happy to organize a swap meet/get together in May if nothing happens before then too!
     
  13. BlackElvis

    BlackElvis Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2011 California

    Sorry I just assumed every one realized it was Avery I worked for. I couldn't do this on Saturday as I have to work that day and there's the uncle Jacobs release.
     
  14. boatshoes

    boatshoes Initiate (0) Jul 5, 2008 Massachusetts

    Any interest in the weekend of May 10th? I know it is about a month out, but it would give us time to plan and maybe post an event on BA. If you work the bar, I've probably run into you before, as I live just down the street from Avery. Cheers!
     
  15. tacosandbeer

    tacosandbeer Pooh-Bah (1,760) Sep 24, 2010 British Indian Ocean Territory
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    I'm interested and will keep up with the thread. I've also probably ran into BlackElvis. I've brought in a few bottles of Southern Tier's offerings for Matt who works there. The Avery Tap Room is a fun time.
     
  16. boatshoes

    boatshoes Initiate (0) Jul 5, 2008 Massachusetts

    Yeah, Matt's a solid dude. If a date doesn't get set before the weekend in May, I'll shoot BlackElvis a message and maybe we can get it squared away for that weekend.
     
  17. MileHighShooter

    MileHighShooter Initiate (0) Nov 23, 2010 Colorado

    I'm game for this! I was just thinking the other day my cellar could use a bit of trimming down
     
  18. coreymcafee

    coreymcafee Zealot (683) May 30, 2006 Colorado

    Count me in.
     
  19. kkrez

    kkrez Initiate (0) Dec 7, 2008 Colorado

    I, too, have interest in this
     
  20. BlackElvis

    BlackElvis Initiate (0) Dec 29, 2011 California

    Thanks guys . I got quite a but of interest. I'll talk to the big guys at Avery and see if we can set a date
     
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