What beer are you drinking now? #2817

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  1. Kb024

    Kb024 Initiate (0) Jun 11, 2015 California
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    AleSmith IPA 7.25%.
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  2. TheIPAHunter

    TheIPAHunter Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,026) Aug 12, 2007 California
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    Apparently Fiden's is up-and-coming in NY. Yeah, I'm not sure about that. I understand they're in the crowler phase, so I won't rush to pre-judgement. A lot of breweries dial it in as they go.

    That said: It looks like dirty dishwater. It tastes like banana bread. It's almost like they were like: "Yeah, bro this is different. We got it hazy, and we added a fruity element that isn't all too common."

    Please go drink a Tree House beer, then come back and tell me why they are the standard. This is a no-go for me. Nope.
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  3. VABA

    VABA Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,735) Aug 8, 2015 Virginia
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    Cheers!
     
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  4. TheIPAHunter

    TheIPAHunter Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,026) Aug 12, 2007 California
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    OK, as a Cali guy, have you had the OG version? I have to ask, because, as I understand it, this version is different. Thoughts?
     
    #64 TheIPAHunter, Jul 7, 2020
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  5. Justonemore91

    Justonemore91 Initiate (0) Nov 24, 2018 New York
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    How did oh fort point compare to trilliums?
     
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  6. TheIPAHunter

    TheIPAHunter Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,026) Aug 12, 2007 California
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    I think OH's base version was better. Not gonna bullshit. The only two breweries I ever got that bubble gum yeast from were Tree House, then EQ. Phenomenal. I think Trillium's DDH version is still the GOAT, if all things are right.
     
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  7. Brugesman

    Brugesman Devotee (380) Apr 22, 2020 Oregon
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    Mmmmmm, scharzbier. By all means, pair with grilled meat and behold the magic!

    Always such a pleasure to read your reviews. So thoughtful and descriptive, and devoid of BS. (Yeah, I am indeed dissing you folks who name 17 fruit varieties in your aroma and taste descriptions, lol. If I ever see that in a lager review, my eyes might just roll out of my head.) Your photos are always a treat too. Gorgeous pours, staged beautifully. Love the musical theme you sometimes use.

    Will check out this EJ album. I see it features George Coleman on sax. I love his My Horns of Plenty album.
     
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  8. Roguer

    Roguer Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,811) Mar 25, 2013 Connecticut
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    I agree! It's different; less bitter and roasty, a little smoother, and slightly lower ABV. But I can grab either FBS or Reve any time, any day, and be happy with the choice. :slight_smile:
     
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  9. Thankin_Hank

    Thankin_Hank Grand Pooh-Bah (4,024) Nov 18, 2013 Texas
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    I decided to get Modelo instead of Lone Star this time but I got PBR to swap out with. I got some Belgian beers. Rochefort 10's and Delirium Tremens for a change. I haven't been going inside the store so I can't verify dates on IPA's but I take chances on some mostly local to get fresh. Like they have Alpine Nelson but are notoriously outdated. COVID LIFE sucks DT.

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  10. SABERG

    SABERG Grand Pooh-Bah (5,001) Sep 16, 2007 Massachusetts
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    Enjoying time with Switchback Brewing
    Karsten
    Really nice Helles
    Do good
    Be well
     
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  11. TheIPAHunter

    TheIPAHunter Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,026) Aug 12, 2007 California
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    My gf can drink all the Fiden's she wants. I want some hops in my mouth. Like real hops. I want to be overwhelmed by the nuances, and texture. Cheers!
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  12. tasterschoice62

    tasterschoice62 Grand Pooh-Bah (3,949) May 14, 2014 Rhode Island
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  13. VoxRationis

    VoxRationis Initiate (0) Dec 11, 2016 New York
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    Cloud Sourced by Two Roads. Great name (although I suppose all water is thus) and great can art, thus the music:



    Stay Safe, Mind your Feet (should you find yourself "Lost in the Clouds"), and Sláinte!
     
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  14. VABA

    VABA Grand High Pooh-Bah (7,735) Aug 8, 2015 Virginia
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    Cheers!
     
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  15. AdmiralOzone

    AdmiralOzone Grand Pooh-Bah (4,352) Jun 26, 2014 Minnesota
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    Mixed IPA 12 pack from Goose Island. Bought it for the new Dank Detector. This ones just okay.
     
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  16. Snowcrash000

    Snowcrash000 Grand High Pooh-Bah (6,041) Oct 4, 2017 Germany
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    This is kind of a lighter version of their India Pale Ale, with a certain West Coast character, but a bit too malty for a Pale Ale in my opinion, with a very strong caramel malt presence.

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  17. Thankin_Hank

    Thankin_Hank Grand Pooh-Bah (4,024) Nov 18, 2013 Texas
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    I sure am sure missing my trips to Mexico this year.

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  18. scream

    scream Initiate (0) Dec 6, 2014 Wisconsin
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    SN Torpedo - Cheers !!
     
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  19. foundersasap

    foundersasap Maven (1,405) Feb 2, 2015 Michigan
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  20. JonB25

    JonB25 Pooh-Bah (1,966) Jun 2, 2013 Delaware
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