De Garde in LA?

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  1. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    Hi guys. Anyone knows if one is capable of getting any of De Garde's stuff in the LA area somehow. Had a couple bottles (beaucoup desay, vin bu...) and was absolutely blown away. They're probably too small and don't distribute this far, but thought I might as well ask.

    Best,
    Daniel
     
    #1 Dansac, Dec 13, 2014
  2. manny90

    manny90 Initiate (0) Feb 7, 2011 California

    No, they barely distribute to Portland. Need to trade, some folks are likely in their keepers society, I should've dumped my Bruery membership in favor of that one.
     
    #2 manny90, Dec 13, 2014
  3. IggyWH

    IggyWH Initiate (0) Aug 19, 2014 California

    Maybe an "illegal" bottle sale here and there, but even at that, you're paying out the butt for a "cheap" bottle. Your best bet is to try and trade for them.
     
    #3 IggyWH, Dec 13, 2014
  4. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    Alas. I think they are up there with Sante Adairius for best brewery in the West Coast.
     
    #4 Dansac, Dec 13, 2014
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  5. manny90

    manny90 Initiate (0) Feb 7, 2011 California

    They're in Oregon though.
     
    #5 manny90, Dec 13, 2014
  6. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    Doh!
     
    #6 Dansac, Dec 13, 2014
  7. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    I could have said in the US and I wouldn't feel too bad. :slight_smile:
     
    #7 Dansac, Dec 13, 2014
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  8. DCLAguy11

    DCLAguy11 Initiate (0) Feb 28, 2014 California

    I think Santa Cruz and Tillamook are on the west coast :astonished:
     
    #8 DCLAguy11, Dec 13, 2014
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  9. FrogOut69

    FrogOut69 Initiate (0) Sep 24, 2013 California
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    Did you bother researching before posting? Simple search would tell you they are Oregon only.
     
    #9 FrogOut69, Dec 13, 2014
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  10. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    I did, and search results were not entirely helpful. In any case, I was wondering if anyone knew about events or places where one could get it. I've had good tips and even people approaching me before.

    It's not necessary to be so hostile.
     
    #10 Dansac, Dec 13, 2014
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  11. grilledsquid

    grilledsquid Initiate (0) Jul 10, 2009 California
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    De Garde can't be obtained in LA, period. The only way for you to get their beers here is to know someone who has traded for them and is willing to share them with you, or for you to trade for them yourself. The only other way is if they become part of a brewery showcase or annual festival known for bringing in critically acclaimed breweries (FW Invitational). That's it, man. There's no other way.
     
    #11 grilledsquid, Dec 13, 2014
  12. manny90

    manny90 Initiate (0) Feb 7, 2011 California

    There was a ninja-edit in there...
     
    #12 manny90, Dec 13, 2014
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  13. DCLAguy11

    DCLAguy11 Initiate (0) Feb 28, 2014 California

    OP - Visit the brewery, take a trip to PDX, trade for them or meet non-hostile friendly LA people that are willing to share with you. I find the latter the cheapest and easiest route.
     
    #13 DCLAguy11, Dec 14, 2014
  14. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    Damn...

    I suppose I will have to find meself a nice buddy. :slight_smile:
     
    #14 Dansac, Dec 14, 2014
  15. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    That one baffled me.

    Anyone tried the Beaucoup Desay? I had it next to HF Arthur, Dulcis Succubus from la Trou du Diable, a couple Cantillons, and a 3 fonteinen Kriek, and it somehow managed to steal the show. The raspberry bu was also insanity.

    I am absolutely blown away by what they are putting out.
     
    #15 Dansac, Dec 14, 2014
  16. manny90

    manny90 Initiate (0) Feb 7, 2011 California

    They rule, and their beers are between 9 and 14 bucks normally, less for some.
     
    #16 manny90, Dec 14, 2014
  17. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    Anyone know what it takes to enter their society? I would gladly pay the penny for that stuff.

    The Bruery, on the other hand...
     
    #17 Dansac, Dec 14, 2014
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  18. manny90

    manny90 Initiate (0) Feb 7, 2011 California

    A time machine to start, then add money.
     
    #18 manny90, Dec 14, 2014
  19. ac24

    ac24 Zealot (696) Nov 17, 2014 California
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    I am not trying to be an ass like frogout (he really is an ass) but, these are the questions that should be asked in the appropriate regional forum.

    Or just for shits and giggles you can use Google and here is the first search result (I even clicked it for you to make it easier) http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/713950

    EDIT: I guess i really am an ass too.
     
    #19 ac24, Dec 14, 2014
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  20. Dansac

    Dansac Pundit (912) Dec 6, 2014 California
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    I had a bit of a regional mess up early on. Any idea when membership sales will go out / how much they will go for?
     
    #20 Dansac, Dec 14, 2014
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