Help from you guys! New IPA's to purchase??

Discussion in 'Great Lakes' started by BMarie88, Apr 6, 2012.

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  1. BMarie88

    BMarie88 Initiate (0) Apr 6, 2012

    I stumbled across this website while I was researching beer of the month clubs that send only IPA's that I can give as a gift. The person I'm buying for is a huge fan of Arctic Panzer Wolf from 3 Floyds, and beers similar to that. His birthday is coming up soon, and I thought this might be a nice gift! I can't find anything that sends ONLY IPA's though -- do any of you have suggestions for beers similar to Arctic Panzer Wolf? I could have my local liquor store order them in, and then just package them as a gift rather than the beer of the month thing....

    I'd be most appreciative of any advice!
     
    #1 BMarie88, Apr 6, 2012
  2. Hanzo

    Hanzo Initiate (0) Feb 27, 2012 Virginia

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  3. stupac2

    stupac2 Pooh-Bah (2,031) Feb 22, 2011 California
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    In my experience BotM clubs are a complete waste of money. You're much better off buying local beer. I'm not sure what's similar to Arctic Panzer Wolf in the great lakes area, but I'm sure someone around here does.
     
    #3 stupac2, Apr 6, 2012
  4. adamdd

    adamdd Initiate (0) May 9, 2011 Michigan

    Not sure where you are located, but you probably have access to several great IPAs and DIPAs if you are in the Great Lakes region. Dark Horse Double Crooked Tree and Founder's Double Trouble are solid DIPAs. Short's makes some good IPAs also if you are in Michigan (ControversALE, Prolonged Enjoyment are out now). Bell's Two Hearted is regarded as one of the best IPAs around. Good luck!
     
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  5. MaxSpang

    MaxSpang Initiate (0) Jan 28, 2011 Ohio
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    What state are you located in? That would help us give you more specific answers.

    Whatever state you live in, you should be able to find a variety of great IPAs from a local beer shop.
     
    #5 MaxSpang, Apr 6, 2012
  6. BMarie88

    BMarie88 Initiate (0) Apr 6, 2012

    I'm in IL, close to Chicago.
     
    #6 BMarie88, Apr 6, 2012
  7. gonuts31

    gonuts31 Initiate (0) Aug 5, 2010 Illinois

    Find a place on beermenus.com near you
     
    #7 gonuts31, Apr 7, 2012
  8. fritts211

    fritts211 Initiate (0) Feb 19, 2011 Tennessee

    All the other recommendations are good ones. If he likes Arctic Panzer Wolf, he will probably love Dreadnaught also by Three Floyds, and Double Trouble by Founders. Both are great Imperial IPA's near the area, fairly common.
     
    #8 fritts211, Apr 7, 2012
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  9. goodstrongbeer

    goodstrongbeer Initiate (0) Mar 29, 2009 Illinois

    If you are looking to seal the deal, order him some Pliny the Elder from a California wine/beer retailer that ships their products. Here are a few off the web, maybe someone has a recommendation for a good shop? Also make sure what you are ordering is fresh, and give it to him right away.


    Russian River Brewing Company "Pliny the Elder" Double IPA
    Double IPA from Sonoma County, California

    More info: Russian River Brewing Company "Pliny the Elder" Double IPA [​IMG] Artisan Wine Depot
    Mountain View, CA - 877-946-3730
    Shipping: Starts at $16.61 for one bottle. $5.49
    Half Liter
    (500 mL)
    Russian River Pliny the Elder

    More info: Russian River Pliny the Elder [​IMG] Holiday Wine Cellar
    Escondido, CA - 888-492-1965
    Shipping: Calculated at Checkout. $6.99
     
    #9 goodstrongbeer, Apr 8, 2012
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