Chicago Flash Drops

Discussion in 'Great Lakes' started by Nbrock24, Feb 20, 2022.

  1. ShawnoftheD3ad

    ShawnoftheD3ad Savant (1,078) Mar 20, 2016 Illinois
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    From my understanding Fat Heads are waiting on how well received this drop is.
     
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  2. Raj

    Raj Maven (1,272) Jun 25, 2014 Illinois
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    beer temple posted a couple of days ago that their drop was 12 days old.
    https://www.instagram.com/p/C1ppVTAv44_/?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

    I had my first can of head hunter yesterday and I agree with your assessment. Even with how crowded the IPA market is locally, I hope Fatheads distro becomes a regular thing.
     
  3. Juicer

    Juicer Zealot (506) Apr 1, 2013 Illinois
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    Mine say 12/22/23 10:32. Posted on the bottom edge. Can't wait to revisit. This was my first introduction to IPA style a few years back.
     
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  4. Jaycase

    Jaycase Grand Pooh-Bah (3,858) Jan 13, 2007 Illinois
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    Seeing some social media posts which seem to indicate a recent Beechwood Brewing drop. Have seen Amalgamator, Citraholic, Hop Jitsu & Hayabusa. Also, Beer Temple at least posted some wild ales as well from Beechwood Blendery for those interested.
     
  5. dbelford

    dbelford Devotee (351) Nov 7, 2017 Illinois

    the beachwood wilds are excellent
     
  6. Jaycase

    Jaycase Grand Pooh-Bah (3,858) Jan 13, 2007 Illinois
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    A few Forest & Main Brewing Company beers popping up this week (perhaps coinciding with The Beer Temple's Mild Madness event over the weekend). I'll be looking out for the Bitter.
     
  7. FBarber

    FBarber Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,325) Mar 5, 2016 Illinois
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    where at?
     
  8. Jaycase

    Jaycase Grand Pooh-Bah (3,858) Jan 13, 2007 Illinois
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    Beer on the Wall AH & PR, at least. I do see entries on the Binny's site as well but no idea if anything is hitting Binny's.
     
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  9. GuyFawkes

    GuyFawkes Grand Pooh-Bah (5,630) Apr 7, 2011 Illinois
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    ...also plenty at the Beer Temple, unsurprisingly.
     
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  10. bradner

    bradner Pundit (751) Dec 26, 2007 Illinois

    Forest and Main is excellent. That would be great if they sent some to Binny’s (I see the entries).
     
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  11. keilerdunkel

    keilerdunkel Savant (1,014) Apr 8, 2004 Illinois
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    A quick heads up- if you’re still interested in trying the Forest & Main Bitter, the Booze Caboose in Ogilvie (by the French Market) still has singles as of yesterday.

    If this was available locally, it would be part of my regular rotation.
     
  12. CityManOli

    CityManOli Crusader (422) Oct 16, 2019 Illinois
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    Sorry, if I’m just having a moment. Is it at the French Market?
     
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  13. cryptichead

    cryptichead Grand Pooh-Bah (4,857) Jul 3, 2014 Illinois
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  14. CityManOli

    CityManOli Crusader (422) Oct 16, 2019 Illinois
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  15. REVZEB

    REVZEB Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,686) Mar 28, 2013 Illinois
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    So I fully admit I am probably late to the party on this one, but all of these Xyauyu variants on the shelves in the city are unique and fantastic! I tried some in Italy last year and didn't realize we got them here, give them a try!
     
  16. cryptichead

    cryptichead Grand Pooh-Bah (4,857) Jul 3, 2014 Illinois
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    Are these the $50 fancy looking bottles I see at Binny's Lincoln Park sometimes? Are they worth it?
     
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  17. REVZEB

    REVZEB Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,686) Mar 28, 2013 Illinois
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    It depends, my argument for why they are
    1. Among the thousands of beers out there, they are truly unique. They are "still barleywine" which is a twist on the norm but the results are complex.
    2. They age wonderfully, so can be saved for special occasions
    3. Some come with a stopper so you can save the bottle for longer after opening

    I will note I love most barleywine, old ale, strong ale, etc that I have so perhaps I am biased. I am also the weirdo who runs down to beer temple often when they get new scratch brewing stuff in, just love the out there and unique craftsmanship
     
  18. DeadWax

    DeadWax Pundit (803) Dec 29, 2016 Illinois

    Weldwerks Vanilla Medianoche hitting locals shops fyi…
     
  19. FBarber

    FBarber Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,325) Mar 5, 2016 Illinois
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    What are they getting for that?
     
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  20. flat_lander

    flat_lander Pooh-Bah (2,490) May 11, 2016 Illinois
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    Does it come with a complimentary strainer?