DC/MD/NoVA Beer Updates (2022)

Discussion in 'Mid-Atlantic' started by Slack, Jan 3, 2022.

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  1. TomCat11

    TomCat11 Pooh-Bah (2,062) Jul 21, 2012 Virginia
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    Don't know much about them or if they are having a silent soft open this week but Lost Generation Brewing holds their Grand Opening on Saturday. Not too far from Bruery and seem to be getting good reviews on Untappd so far.
     
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  2. coquet

    coquet Zealot (618) Aug 31, 2014 Virginia
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    I haven't seen a crowd at Bruery DC since their opening weekend, and they only got that from the common folk showing up in response to press coverage. It's not a particularly convenient spot, it doesn't have a taproom, and a lot of their product is overpriced and underwhelming. I wouldn't expect any issues.
     
  3. hoppytobehere

    hoppytobehere Pooh-Bah (1,982) Aug 10, 2012 District of Columbia
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    I sort of forgot about The Bruery and i live a few blocks away lol.
     
  4. beerman2017

    beerman2017 Crusader (482) Aug 18, 2017 Virginia
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    And I'm assuming the Other Half Ivy City location is walkable from there?
    I'd probably recommend that. The only issue with OH (IMO) is the food or lack thereof onsite.
    I did like the BBQ joint a couple of blocks away though.
     
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  5. RKP1967

    RKP1967 Savant (1,126) Sep 26, 2010 Virginia

    In theory it's walkable, but I wouldn't. And I even enjoy walking.
     
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  6. mrmsmith

    mrmsmith Zealot (662) Apr 22, 2007 District of Columbia

    Bruery is just a store, so to go only.

    And agreed, I've never done that walk, and I walk a lot. Unfortunately the "walk" from Bruery to Other Half would be like walking next to a highway or through a construction zone, not even sure there's sidewalks whichever way you go. But you don't want to be carrying your Bruery haul on that walk.

    Stick to Churchkey and Shelter. That's all you really need. Shelter would be a short bus or metro ride from Penn Quarter.
     
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  7. bruindre

    bruindre Maven (1,283) Jun 20, 2009 Massachusetts
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    Thanks all! I was able to hit up ChurchKey Tuesday nite (nice!). I pulled the trigger on some Black Tuesday before realizing that the DC store only opens Thursday (???), so I was able to sneak out at lunch yesterday and grab my loot there.

    Appreciate all the input!
     
  8. RKP1967

    RKP1967 Savant (1,126) Sep 26, 2010 Virginia

    Does anyone have any info on BCBS DRAFT events on Black Friday in the DMV? Or are those a thing of the past?
     
  9. Slack

    Slack Pooh-Bah (1,974) Feb 14, 2012 Virginia
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    Dominion posted on insta
    Regular
    Coffee
    Sir Isaac
    30th

    Harry's getting the same plus biscotti

    I would assume TW is the same as previous years, you never really know until you show up but I would put money on TW Alex having more than others.
     
  10. RKP1967

    RKP1967 Savant (1,126) Sep 26, 2010 Virginia

    So a 16 ounce bottle of Coffee is 28 bucks or do? I remember not that long ago when a four pack of thr stuff was less than that. Why the price increase?
     
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  11. coquet

    coquet Zealot (618) Aug 31, 2014 Virginia
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    Because people will buy it and Goose Island likes money?
     
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  12. DavidHume

    DavidHume Maven (1,347) Mar 25, 2013 Virginia
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    Back when a 4 pack of BCBCS cost $18, it sold out in minutes and was commonly traded/resold on the secondary market for a much higher price. That’s a clear sign that it was underpriced. Now, if we still see $28 bottles of BCBCS sitting on shelves in April, then it’s probably overpriced at the new price point. If it’s all sold, though, it’s probably priced correctly.
     
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  13. Slack

    Slack Pooh-Bah (1,974) Feb 14, 2012 Virginia
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    I completely agree with your assessment and at the same time, $40 for 30th anniversary or $28 for coffee is an easy pass for me.
     
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  14. Auburn_tigers

    Auburn_tigers Aspirant (228) Feb 28, 2015 Virginia

    Earlier today at TW Fairfax. Lots of BCBS coffee Biscotti. Isaac and 4 packs. This eve at Dominion BCBS. Coffee and 30th
     
  15. milkshakebeersucks

    milkshakebeersucks Pooh-Bah (1,998) Feb 10, 2020 Maryland
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    Saw basically the same thing at the TW Laurel. They also had a mix 6 for $115. Me? Picked up a 6pk of Celebration for under $10, a Devils Backbone Naughty 6pk for around $10 and the Sam Adams 12pk Cheers for $18. I'm cheap and $27 richer.
     
  16. milkshakebeersucks

    milkshakebeersucks Pooh-Bah (1,998) Feb 10, 2020 Maryland
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    or $77, if you're picky about the math
     
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  17. Griffin2

    Griffin2 Pooh-Bah (2,003) Aug 22, 2014 Virginia
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    I found stovepipe cans of Hardywood Gingerbread Stout at Giant Food today. I think they were on sale 2 for $ 4.25.
     
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  18. RKP1967

    RKP1967 Savant (1,126) Sep 26, 2010 Virginia

    I'm pretty certain the sale is 2 for $8.50, thus $4.25 each.
     
  19. Griffin2

    Griffin2 Pooh-Bah (2,003) Aug 22, 2014 Virginia
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    Sorry, you are correct. I only picked up 1 can. I hadn’t seen this size GBS can before.
     
  20. RKP1967

    RKP1967 Savant (1,126) Sep 26, 2010 Virginia

    I picked up one at that price too. I didn't want a full four pack of pints, so this was the perfect purchase for me.
     
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