What to get besides Heady Topper?

Discussion in 'New England' started by jimmyfishkin, Aug 20, 2015.

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  1. MA_hops

    MA_hops Initiate (0) May 18, 2015 Vermont

    THIS^^^ look for their Maple Stout or Tribute Double IPA….it's virtually in any store in VT (general stores, gas stations etc) and both are fantastic options (Tribute is amazing btw).
     
    #21 MA_hops, Aug 23, 2015
  2. Flashy

    Flashy Pooh-Bah (1,767) Oct 22, 2003 Vermont
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    Rock Art? Agree with the others though.
     
    #22 Flashy, Aug 24, 2015
  3. AshlandNacho

    AshlandNacho Initiate (0) Apr 14, 2013 Massachusetts

    Many many moons ago I asked my in-laws to get me some Heady on a trip to Vermont, admittedly not knowing much about it myself. They waited in line at the brewery for me EARLY in their trip only to realize it was meant to be kept cold. My father-in-law bought a Styrofoam cooler and kept replenishing ice for 10 days for me. . . .needless to say, he's still collecting favors from me to this day.

    Also for Rhode Island: Grey Sail and Proclimation
     
    #23 AshlandNacho, Aug 24, 2015
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  4. SmittyinUpstate

    SmittyinUpstate Devotee (395) Aug 27, 2015 Arizona

    A little late to the party but for VT-Rock Art and FiddleHead for sure.
     
    #24 SmittyinUpstate, Aug 27, 2015
  5. jimmyfishkin

    jimmyfishkin Initiate (0) Nov 17, 2008 Wisconsin

    Thanks for the feedback everyone! I know I didn't give a whole lot to go on, but you guys offered up some solid suggestions anyway. Now if you're so inclined, I'm looking for Barley Wine suggestions from that region.
     
    #25 jimmyfishkin, Sep 24, 2015
  6. woodfinish

    woodfinish Initiate (0) Aug 24, 2005 Massachusetts

    Hermit Thrush is doing some solid high ABV styles. The Jolly Abbot ("Belgian Barley Wine") can I picked up from Hunger Mountain was a highlight from my last trip.
     
    #26 woodfinish, Sep 24, 2015
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  7. Givemebeer

    Givemebeer Savant (1,219) Apr 6, 2013 Vermont

    Otter Creek / Lawson's Double Dose - for sure. As far as barleywines go... I can't think of any local ones available right now
     
    #27 Givemebeer, Sep 24, 2015
  8. nolanz14

    nolanz14 Pundit (827) Aug 31, 2009 Massachusetts
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    Fiddlehead, Trillium and Treehouse would be the three I would go to. Also look for various bottles and cans like SoS.
     
    #28 nolanz14, Sep 24, 2015
  9. darkandhoppy

    darkandhoppy Savant (1,099) Dec 26, 2008 Connecticut

    I was in Montpelier in June, On a Thursday. Heady required some poking around but Sip was EVERYWHERE. I think Fiddlehead was harder to find than Sip.

    All the recommendations are good. Im heading up next weekend and will be following these suggestions myself
     
    #29 darkandhoppy, Sep 24, 2015
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  10. Sheppard

    Sheppard Grand Pooh-Bah (3,516) Mar 16, 2013 Massachusetts
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    By the way, don't have your in laws just looking for Sip of Sunshine. As far as sessions go, Super Session #2 is as good as they come.

    I can't say there are a lot of New England brewers that have barleywines readily available for purchase. Sorry to say.
     
    #30 Sheppard, Sep 25, 2015
  11. Jmr85

    Jmr85 Pundit (814) Nov 25, 2013 Connecticut
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    Have them look for Crop Bistros idletyme and doubletyme. Both are very good dipas (up there with the top vt beers) very underrated imo, not getting enough attention
     
    #31 Jmr85, Sep 25, 2015
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  12. davemike2112

    davemike2112 Initiate (0) Feb 24, 2010 Massachusetts

    Rock Art Vermonter is always available and easy to find.
     
    #32 davemike2112, Sep 25, 2015
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