Goose Island 27th Anniversary Party

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  1. SeanBond

    SeanBond Pooh-Bah (2,904) Jul 30, 2013 Illinois
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    First off, who's going? Despite being pricey ($70), I will certainly be there if I can grab tickets, as it was one of my favorite beer fests last year.


    Secondly, are MBAs getting first shot at this, as usual?
     
    #1 SeanBond, Apr 30, 2015
  2. EROCK75

    EROCK75 Initiate (0) Aug 5, 2009 Illinois

    Wasn't the 25th anniversary party only $35? How do you justify a double price jump in 2 years?
     
    #2 EROCK75, Apr 30, 2015
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  3. SeanBond

    SeanBond Pooh-Bah (2,904) Jul 30, 2013 Illinois
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    I think it was actually $25, if my Googling skillz are correct. However, it looks like that didn't include food (I didn't go)?

    Last year was $65 and included all you could eat/drink, so technically it's only a $5 raise from last year.
     
    #3 SeanBond, Apr 30, 2015
  4. awdturboiv

    awdturboiv Initiate (0) May 24, 2008 Indiana

    MBAs were able to buy tickets starting last Friday
     
    #4 awdturboiv, Apr 30, 2015
  5. Wowzors

    Wowzors Crusader (430) Feb 19, 2015 Illinois

    How was last years? I dont have MBA but if its worth checking out I might try to go.
     
    #5 Wowzors, Apr 30, 2015
  6. SeanBond

    SeanBond Pooh-Bah (2,904) Jul 30, 2013 Illinois
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    I had a great time. It was uncomfortably packed (I personally think they overbook slightly), but the beers on tap were great, and even the big stuff (Prop, Nutulhu, etc.) were tapped once every hour or two (so that when they kicked in 20-30 minutes, you simply had to wait a little while). If you're a fan of GI Clybourn's beers, I'd definitely consider it.
     
    #6 SeanBond, Apr 30, 2015
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  7. xsists

    xsists Crusader (429) Dec 31, 2007 Wisconsin

    I'd go if it was on a Fri/Sat.
     
    #7 xsists, Apr 30, 2015
  8. SeanBond

    SeanBond Pooh-Bah (2,904) Jul 30, 2013 Illinois
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    Honestly, I think the fact that it's a weekday is the only reason it's even somewhat manageable.
     
    #8 SeanBond, Apr 30, 2015
  9. xsists

    xsists Crusader (429) Dec 31, 2007 Wisconsin

    I'm not local so being on a weekday makes it nearly impossible.
     
    #9 xsists, Apr 30, 2015
  10. SeanBond

    SeanBond Pooh-Bah (2,904) Jul 30, 2013 Illinois
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    No, I get it, I'm just saying that's probably their rationale. The Sunday Funday event at their barrel warehouse might be more up your alley, though, and it's wayyyyy cheaper.
     
    #10 SeanBond, Apr 30, 2015
  11. lefty17

    lefty17 Initiate (0) Mar 26, 2015 Illinois
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    I got a pair of tickets...can't wait.
     
    #11 lefty17, May 1, 2015
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  12. lefty17

    lefty17 Initiate (0) Mar 26, 2015 Illinois
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    Any tap list updates for this?
     
    #12 lefty17, May 12, 2015
  13. JFresh21

    JFresh21 Savant (1,036) Mar 6, 2012 Illinois
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    Last year's event was so good I was let down this year. Less space, less beers and more money. However, the Flanders Red and Cran-Bruin were excellent. Next year they should close down the whole place, bring out the rare stuff and sell some bottles! I'd rather pay more and have the event kick ass.
     
    #13 JFresh21, May 14, 2015
  14. SeanBond

    SeanBond Pooh-Bah (2,904) Jul 30, 2013 Illinois
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    Yeah, most people seemed a little disappointed. I was really happy with a couple of the beers on tap, and with the much smaller crowd, but it definitely was a let down compared to the epicness of the 26th anny party.

    I thought Meridian was awesome.
     
    #14 SeanBond, May 14, 2015
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