KBS sightings around Pittsburgh 2014

Discussion in 'Mid-Atlantic' started by robgage, Mar 27, 2014.

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  1. robgage

    robgage Maven (1,318) Dec 19, 2013 Pennsylvania
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    Just looking for any sightings of KBS around Pittsburgh since it will be here next week.

    Any stores taking reservations? The only one I know of is Whole Foods in Wexford. They have a reserve list. 1 bottle limit.
     
  2. PA-Michigander

    PA-Michigander Grand Pooh-Bah (3,372) Nov 10, 2013 Pennsylvania
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    Didn't hey say when they're getting it in?
     
  3. robgage

    robgage Maven (1,318) Dec 19, 2013 Pennsylvania
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    They couldn't give me an exact date. They said probably the end of next week.
     
  4. HopFace

    HopFace Initiate (0) Feb 29, 2012 Colorado

    I have heard of zero. I'm sure it's going to be a cluster F as usual. Hopefully to at least get 1 bottle or so somewhere.
     
  5. TinCup69

    TinCup69 Initiate (0) Jun 26, 2012 West Virginia

    Not even going to try.
     
  6. Shmuffalo

    Shmuffalo Zealot (731) Feb 26, 2012 Pennsylvania

    Tracking down more than a bottle in Pittsburgh is just a hassle. Have you guys tried Full Pint Rye Rebellion? It's absolutely glorious. Pick up a couple 4 pack if you have a chance.
     
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  7. HumphreyLee

    HumphreyLee Initiate (0) Jan 15, 2011 Pennsylvania

    I've been so busy lately I didn't even get chances to put my name on lists. My plan of attack is this: Check two of the GE's nearby me on Tuesday and then rely on the kindness of people I've worked with before on here. Otherwise, just not worth it.
     
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  8. robgage

    robgage Maven (1,318) Dec 19, 2013 Pennsylvania
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    had my first Rye Rebellion yesterday. It was surprisingly good. I feel like Full Pint is hit or miss. But i liked it!
     
  9. robgage

    robgage Maven (1,318) Dec 19, 2013 Pennsylvania
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    Yeah! I drove all around Pittsburgh last year and scored 3 bottles. Not worth the hassle last year... or the gas money.
     
  10. Shmuffalo

    Shmuffalo Zealot (731) Feb 26, 2012 Pennsylvania

    I know this a long shot, but if anyone has the opportunity to purchase a case, I'd love to go in on it with you.
     
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  11. Iparedman

    Iparedman Initiate (0) Aug 9, 2012 Texas

    Called the whole foods Wexford earlier. Said their list is full. Does anyone know if it will actually be available on April 1st? Seems like other markets are having release parties tomorrow. Have the bottles already been shipped?
     
  12. KJ2013

    KJ2013 Initiate (0) Apr 14, 2013 Pennsylvania

    I second the case thing. I'd be happy to go in on one too or if I get one, i'd be more than happy to break it up and distribute at cost
     
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  13. 4ruedebuci

    4ruedebuci Zealot (514) Jan 22, 2004 Pennsylvania
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    I will be looking for cases to. Would be interested in splitting if any of us get lucky.
     
  14. HopFace

    HopFace Initiate (0) Feb 29, 2012 Colorado

    Of course the same. I'll be on the hunt.
     
  15. Iparedman

    Iparedman Initiate (0) Aug 9, 2012 Texas

    Goes without saying. Would love to split a case or take whatever you don't want. Will be searching hard. Willing to trade some BCBS for some if anyone is interested.
     
  16. 4ruedebuci

    4ruedebuci Zealot (514) Jan 22, 2004 Pennsylvania
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    And the person who scores the case to split should probably earn a few interesting extras to reward their luck.
     
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  17. HumphreyLee

    HumphreyLee Initiate (0) Jan 15, 2011 Pennsylvania

    I think that's the standard line in these threads for stuff like this now =) I'll look but I doubt I can get anywhere tomorrow that I know some you guys probably haven't already checked in on. I'll scout Bellevue Beer since it's just a mile away from me and they move a solid amount of Founders product. Meanwhile if anyone else finds one I'll gladly throw in on it as well. You can also use my wife for the night but good luck with that one.
     
  18. robgage

    robgage Maven (1,318) Dec 19, 2013 Pennsylvania
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    KBS will be in at Whole Foods on Friday. But all of their bottles are already claimed from a waiting list.

    I've got my name in for a case at a few places too. Someone has to get lucky...right? I talked to the Rep today and he said that a lot of places including distributers will only be getting two cases.
     
  19. jbwimer

    jbwimer Savant (1,103) Jun 13, 2013 Kansas

    Not much different than most on this thread... Have my name down at a few places, but not expecting much. Fortunately, I have a great trading relationship with a guy in Illinois who will be sending me at least one bottle. I honestly just want to try it fresh as I have already imbibed a 2012 bottle which I received in a trade a couple months ago. Thought it was delicious, but believe it has to be better fresh. I'm very hesitant to age bottles with coffee in them. I love that flavor too much to let it die!

    Re: Rye Rebellion- It seems to be off this year. I have to wonder if the barrels they used were actually wet, cause I'm not getting NEARLY as much barrel character as I did on the 2013 vintage I had a few months ago. I have two 2014 bottles stashed away. We'll see if that helps.

    Cheers!
     
  20. IMXELITE0

    IMXELITE0 Initiate (0) Jan 23, 2014 Pennsylvania
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    Which Whole foods location are you referring to? I thought they could have reserve list at Whole foods and Wegmans? If they do it would explain a lot of my disappointment lately in scoring limited releases.
     
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