Heady Topper Beer Run; other suggestions?

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  1. serjyserj

    serjyserj Initiate (0) Aug 9, 2010 Pennsylvania

    I plan to make a run to get some HT in a week and a half and was wondering what other good hard to find beers would be worth it for me to stop and grab during the trip. I'm coming up from south eastern PA.

    Hills farmstead is on the list, also Lawson. But I'm sure I'm missing some other options. Any suggestions would be appreciated.

    Thanks!
     
    #1 serjyserj, Jun 7, 2013
  2. Jwale73

    Jwale73 Grand Pooh-Bah (3,966) Aug 15, 2007 Rhode Island
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    Vermont has insane distribution. Hit Hunger Mountain Co-op in Montpelier.
     
    #2 Jwale73, Jun 7, 2013
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  3. Brad007

    Brad007 Pooh-Bah (2,821) Mar 28, 2007 Vermont
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    VT has more than just 3 breweries ya know.

    Beerfly's your friend.
     
    #3 Brad007, Jun 7, 2013
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  4. sdaly3

    sdaly3 Initiate (0) Jul 29, 2009 New Hampshire

    Stop at New England Brewing Co on your way through CT.
     
    #4 sdaly3, Jun 7, 2013
  5. SpeedwayJim

    SpeedwayJim Pooh-Bah (2,877) Jun 19, 2009 New York
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    Make sure to constantly check The Alchemist's blog before you go. HT sells out rather quickly.
     
    #5 SpeedwayJim, Jun 7, 2013
  6. Skwalk47

    Skwalk47 Initiate (0) Aug 31, 2010 Massachusetts

    Hunger Mountain Co-op is awesome, but dont count on them having any Heady Topper on a weekend. They usually run out by Friday... as does the Alchemist! Hope you aren't planning on a weekend!
     
    #6 Skwalk47, Jun 7, 2013
  7. Skwalk47

    Skwalk47 Initiate (0) Aug 31, 2010 Massachusetts


    Agreed, definitely check his twitter https://twitter.com/alchemistbeer

    PS check this place out http://themadtaco.com/ in Montpelier and Waitsfield... sooo good, and they usually have Heady to enjoy with your tacos

    Also my favorite brunch in the world (great burgers too): http://www.kismetkitchens.com/ - fresh, local ingredients, perfect VT food.
     
    #7 Skwalk47, Jun 7, 2013
  8. benbking

    benbking Initiate (0) Dec 11, 2009 Rhode Island

    Have you considered diverting your route through Boston and dropping me off a few cases of Yuengling? It's an option, and I would pay you for your time and cost of beers.
     
    #8 benbking, Jun 7, 2013
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  9. Roguer

    Roguer Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,811) Mar 25, 2013 Connecticut
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    Recommendation? Bring me some on your way back. :slight_smile:
     
    #9 Roguer, Jun 8, 2013
  10. Roguer

    Roguer Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,811) Mar 25, 2013 Connecticut
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    I am also planning a HT run to the Alchemist on Wednesday, and figured I might as well drive by Hill Farmstead while I'm somewhat nearby. Any advice on what I should pick up at HF (should I make it that far)? I've had 0 HF brews here, so it's all new to me.
     
    #10 Roguer, Jun 10, 2013
  11. jomobono

    jomobono Savant (1,148) Mar 12, 2012 Massachusetts


    For $5 you can get 4 tastings so I highly recommend that to help you decide on growler fills.
    Cash only.
    You can bring your own growlers as long as they are not clear.
    If they have any Prolegomena or Elaborative in bottles get them.
    What is Enlightenment and SS3 are must fills for me personally, but get some samples and decide.
     
    #11 jomobono, Jun 10, 2013
  12. bigedct

    bigedct Initiate (0) Jun 23, 2011 Connecticut

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  13. howopeeps

    howopeeps Initiate (0) Mar 7, 2011 Ohio
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    Was thinking about hitting up lost nation in two weeks. Is it worth the stop
     
    #13 howopeeps, Jun 10, 2013
  14. otispdriftwood

    otispdriftwood Initiate (0) Dec 9, 2011 Colorado

    Pick up whatever is available at HF. You won't be disappoionted. If you don't like the style, trade or give it to someone.
     
    #14 otispdriftwood, Jun 10, 2013
  15. jomobono

    jomobono Savant (1,148) Mar 12, 2012 Massachusetts


    I second that, if you aren't going to make many trips get as much as you can.
     
    #15 jomobono, Jun 10, 2013
  16. xanok

    xanok Savant (1,085) Aug 13, 2009 Connecticut

    Any stores that are a must in the Waterbury area? Omw to Alchemist now.
     
    #16 xanok, Jun 10, 2013
  17. HawkIPA

    HawkIPA Initiate (0) May 2, 2013 Massachusetts

    I'm planning day trip to Vermont in the near future to get groomsmen gifts for my wedding. I figure some HT, Hill Farmstead, and Lawson's selections with accompanying glassware will be right up their alley--especially since most live in Chicago or NY and don't have easy access to these great beers.

    I can't take off work to head up to VT. I was thinking of heading up Friday, July 5. I know Heady is canned Monday through Wednesday--any chance it survives July 4 to make it to the 5th? Or am I better off trying my luck on the previous Saturday?
     
    #17 HawkIPA, Jun 10, 2013
  18. LarryAppleton

    LarryAppleton Initiate (0) Dec 1, 2012 Canada (QC)

    It looks like HT cans now on Mon-Tues-Wed. So If I go on a weekend, can I get a couple cans anywhere in the state? I'm not looking for a case, just a few cans
     
    #18 LarryAppleton, Jun 11, 2013
  19. youbrewidrink

    youbrewidrink Initiate (0) Apr 9, 2009 Vermont

    Only if you like top notch beer.
     
    #19 youbrewidrink, Jun 11, 2013
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  20. howopeeps

    howopeeps Initiate (0) Mar 7, 2011 Ohio
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    Thanks for the info was going to stop there after hill farm. Is there any good restaurants in hardwick or morrisville for lunch
     
    #20 howopeeps, Jun 11, 2013
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