SE Michigan Beer Tasting Group

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  1. shamrock071521

    shamrock071521 Initiate (0) Aug 23, 2012 Michigan

    Any interest from metro Detroit area BAs in getting some sort of tasting event together? Or does such a group already exist?

    Only a couple of my friends in the area regularly drink craft beer, so I'd definitely like to find some fellow BAs in the area to share some great beer with.

    Thoughts?
     
    #1 shamrock071521, Jan 12, 2013
  2. Andygirl

    Andygirl Initiate (0) Jan 3, 2013 Michigan

    I know some of the beer stores have them, but I do not know of any informal groups. There must be some in A2 though.
     
    #2 Andygirl, Jan 12, 2013
  3. kpar

    kpar Initiate (0) Dec 26, 2008 Michigan

    I would be interested!
     
    #3 kpar, Jan 13, 2013
  4. JohnB87

    JohnB87 Zealot (673) Mar 14, 2011 Michigan

    They used to have monthly threads on BA to get things going, but word is that they stopped that due to people being douchebags at the events. Now everything is on limited invite.

    If you're starting something separate, send me an invite.
     
    #4 JohnB87, Jan 13, 2013
  5. Andygirl

    Andygirl Initiate (0) Jan 3, 2013 Michigan

    I would like to find someone kinda local to trade with. Hanging out with a bunch of doucebag guys doesn't sound like my idea of fun.
     
    #5 Andygirl, Jan 13, 2013
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  6. FEUO

    FEUO Initiate (0) Jul 24, 2012 Canada (ON)

    I'd be interested but also not a big fan of DBs. :stuck_out_tongue:

    Maybe a good place to start.
    Perhaps some trading in a parking lot on neutral turf like Kuhnhenn.
     
    #6 FEUO, Jan 13, 2013
  7. detroiter

    detroiter Initiate (0) Aug 4, 2009 Michigan

    There are tasting groups in Metro detroit and even the occasional AA ones as well. And yes they did go "underground" because of losers showing up, bringing pretty easy to find beers and taking large pours.

    I live in Detroit and I am always looking for locals to drink with. Start a conversation with me and I will hit you up next time I have something.
     
    #7 detroiter, Jan 13, 2013
  8. mike409

    mike409 Initiate (0) Jan 25, 2012 Michigan

    the metro detroit tastings are done as stated above "under ground" I.E. we do private message for them and dont post on the forum any more. yes there were some incidents that happend and it was not just big pours it was new persons who completly disrespected the house of the host. we always are inviting new people also.
     
    #8 mike409, Jan 13, 2013
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  9. MarcatGSB

    MarcatGSB Initiate (0) Jan 8, 2011 Michigan

    Sorry bout that guys... That plant needed watering.
     
    #9 MarcatGSB, Jan 13, 2013
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  10. vivasbeer

    vivasbeer Zealot (519) Feb 3, 2012 Michigan
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    Shoot me a message or invite next time you guys plan one. Promise no douchebaggery from this guy.
     
    #10 vivasbeer, Jan 13, 2013
  11. tommyz

    tommyz Initiate (0) May 28, 2007 Michigan

    Id be interested..
     
    #11 tommyz, Jan 13, 2013
  12. mike409

    mike409 Initiate (0) Jan 25, 2012 Michigan

    another good way to get in on the tastings is meeting some of the guys at various events around town
     
    #12 mike409, Jan 13, 2013
  13. dblab33

    dblab33 Initiate (0) Dec 9, 2011 Michigan

    Another issue is with group size as well... it is tough to stretch a 22oz beer over 20+ pours.
     
    #13 dblab33, Jan 13, 2013
  14. mike409

    mike409 Initiate (0) Jan 25, 2012 Michigan

    I encourage more people to stage there own tastings!
     
    #14 mike409, Jan 13, 2013
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  15. steebo777

    steebo777 Initiate (0) Jun 30, 2009 Michigan

    Big pours!
     
    #15 steebo777, Jan 13, 2013
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  16. GrueLurks

    GrueLurks Initiate (0) Jul 21, 2008 Michigan

    This. We all enjoy hanging out with others, just have taken steps to know who we invite to the group to avoid incidents and big pours. :-)

    Here's the aftermath of the one I hosted last night.

     
    #16 GrueLurks, Jan 13, 2013
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  17. iceatalamo

    iceatalamo Initiate (0) Dec 13, 2011 Michigan

    Quote of the day: "I think the chili's ready"! Still laughing!
     
    #17 iceatalamo, Jan 13, 2013
  18. Andygirl

    Andygirl Initiate (0) Jan 3, 2013 Michigan

    Impressive!
     
    #18 Andygirl, Jan 13, 2013
  19. goast8127

    goast8127 Initiate (0) Oct 15, 2010 Michigan

    I think I'm hung over just looking at the Red Dog bottles. Nice work by the group.
     
    #19 goast8127, Jan 14, 2013
  20. GrueLurks

    GrueLurks Initiate (0) Jul 21, 2008 Michigan

    And if douchebags show up my buddy will set them on fire.

     
    #20 GrueLurks, Jan 30, 2013
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