Swish question

So I've been to Bissell a few times but never a Swish release day. Are there typically any shares in line if we get there early? I want to make sure I come prepared

 

There were lots of shares on Swish Day, the first time it dropped this season (October 2015). For every release since, I haven't seen really anyone sharing or drinking in line except me (sssh).

 

what's the limit on Swish? Three 4-packs?

 

Do you guys think Bissell is going to be an absolute madhouse Saturday?

 

Typically, correct

 

With the nice weather, most likely very busy in a rush to get the last bits. I imagine it will sell out quicker also.

 

How is uber in Portland? Ill be staying in West End and was thinking of Ubering it over so I can enjoy a few pints while there.

 

3pp, this weekend might be 4pp or close to a case!

 

They already confirmed limits are the same 3x4pp, just double people will get some

 

How is it there on a Wednesday?

 

It's not bad on a Wednesday, 30 min ahead of opening should do the trick... but Swish is only on Saturday...

 

So what's happening with Bissell after May 7, the last day on their release schedule? Are they temporarily closing down operation for the move?

 

They are potentially keeping BOTH locations open temporarily to prevent confusion. The Industrial Ave location will kindly inform you after your pours to go to Thompson's Point. This is what I heard last week, someone more in the know feel free to correct.

...Or Foundation simply moves over to their space. I'm hearing mixed things.

 

I assumed Austin St. was moving into Bissell's spot???.......

 

This seems to indicate that Foundation will be taking over the Bissell space: http://maine.eater.com/2016/1/5/10708644/bissell-brothers-expansion-foundation-brewing-portland

But I've heard Austin St. was also. Guess we'll just have to wait until the breweries announce their plans moving forward.

 

In a casual conversation with the foundation guys at EBF, they said they were expanding into the BB space .

 

What? Swish is seasonal? I was very excited to have Swish in my summer beer-cation.. damn I'm sad now

 

Will be fun to watch all of this evolve.

 

Baby G is a delicious alternative, and I'm sure Reciprocal is going to pop up every now and then.

 

Foundation is doubling their size (taking over Bissell's bays), and New England Distilleries will be taking over a new bay in the park. Sadly, Austin St. will remain where they have been.