Yankee Swap

Discussion in 'New England' started by mrmattosgood, Dec 6, 2015.

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  1. mrmattosgood

    mrmattosgood Maven (1,301) Nov 6, 2010 Canada (BC)

    i was a huge fan of last year's edition, to the tune of a couple extra bottle purchased. I have one left from last year and just bought two of this year's version.

    Anyone with me here?
     
    #1 mrmattosgood, Dec 6, 2015
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  2. Newport_beerguy

    Newport_beerguy Pooh-Bah (1,860) Feb 24, 2011 Rhode Island
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    I have a bottle of each of the past 2 years, haven't seen this year's version but will gladly pick it up when I do...
     
    #2 Newport_beerguy, Dec 6, 2015
  3. RichD

    RichD Pooh-Bah (2,318) Mar 18, 2012 Rhode Island
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    I think I bought 2 last year. I drank all and thoroughly enjoyed it. Might grab one if I see it kicking around.
     
    #3 RichD, Dec 6, 2015
  4. Mikecap

    Mikecap Pooh-Bah (2,098) May 18, 2012 Massachusetts
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    Haven't had it since '13 but dug that blend
     
    #4 Mikecap, Dec 6, 2015
  5. brblanch

    brblanch Devotee (367) Jun 19, 2013 Rhode Island

    Not familiar with this beer but it looks like they had a bottle release party in early November. This year's version is a Belgian Quad.
     
    #5 brblanch, Dec 6, 2015
  6. brblanch

    brblanch Devotee (367) Jun 19, 2013 Rhode Island

    Sorry, didn't realize the OP already tracked it down and bought some.
     
    #6 brblanch, Dec 6, 2015
  7. mrmattosgood

    mrmattosgood Maven (1,301) Nov 6, 2010 Canada (BC)

    I'm looking forward to drinking it at a Christmas party and reporting out.
     
    #7 mrmattosgood, Dec 6, 2015
  8. jamis

    jamis Initiate (0) Nov 30, 2008 Massachusetts

    I have a bottle from last year, but have yet to try it.
     
    #8 jamis, Dec 7, 2015
  9. DeanGeorge

    DeanGeorge Initiate (0) Mar 11, 2013 Massachusetts

    I'm not even going to give out the secret of where I saw 13 and 14 still kicking around. I'm also looking for the VT thread for Budweiser County Brand Stout here as well.
     
    #9 DeanGeorge, Dec 7, 2015
  10. Capt_Quint

    Capt_Quint Pundit (762) May 29, 2015 Massachusetts
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    Brother in law hooked me up with the 2013 Maple and 2014 Stout and both are in the cellar now. Planning to break out the maple in the spring and the stout at some point next year.
     
    #10 Capt_Quint, Dec 7, 2015
  11. jlordi12

    jlordi12 Pooh-Bah (1,856) Jun 8, 2011 Massachusetts
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    Never tried this beer, but it's on my radar now. Will pick it up if I see it around
     
    #11 jlordi12, Dec 7, 2015
  12. mrmattosgood

    mrmattosgood Maven (1,301) Nov 6, 2010 Canada (BC)

    Aw, man. It was really good fresh. I'm crossing my fingers it held up.
     
    #12 mrmattosgood, Dec 7, 2015
  13. mrmattosgood

    mrmattosgood Maven (1,301) Nov 6, 2010 Canada (BC)

    Hmm .. any hints on that 13? I was late to the party and joined in during their second release.
     
    #13 mrmattosgood, Dec 7, 2015
  14. DeanGeorge

    DeanGeorge Initiate (0) Mar 11, 2013 Massachusetts

    In a small corner in Somerville, can't guarantee it is is there now though!
     
    #14 DeanGeorge, Dec 7, 2015
  15. mrmattosgood

    mrmattosgood Maven (1,301) Nov 6, 2010 Canada (BC)

    Wanted to revive this for the sole purpose of trying to find a '13 ... anyone?
     
    #15 mrmattosgood, Dec 17, 2015
  16. jlordi12

    jlordi12 Pooh-Bah (1,856) Jun 8, 2011 Massachusetts
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    anyone have any thoughts on the 15 edition? Initial reviews were lukewarm
     
    #16 jlordi12, Dec 17, 2015
  17. mrmattosgood

    mrmattosgood Maven (1,301) Nov 6, 2010 Canada (BC)

    I saw a good review online, but not on here. I tend to stay away from reviews, though. It sounds like an arrogant statement (and it's mighty reductive), but I'd rather just decide for myself. If I relied on reviews, I wouldn't have bought a 2014, a Mayflower Winter Stout, and the list goes on ...
     
    #17 mrmattosgood, Dec 17, 2015
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  18. jlordi12

    jlordi12 Pooh-Bah (1,856) Jun 8, 2011 Massachusetts
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    There is probably some truth to that but I tend to think BAs as a whole have pretty good taste buds ( or at least ones that align with mine)
     
    #18 jlordi12, Dec 17, 2015
  19. kinopio

    kinopio Savant (1,037) Apr 30, 2009 Massachusetts

    I had a pour at their Assembly Square location and liked it. Was quite drinkable for a barrel aged 12% beer and the price per bottle was reasonable for the style(I think it was $12). Might pick up a bottle as a gift for someone who lives outside of their distro.
     
    #19 kinopio, Dec 18, 2015
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  20. mrmattosgood

    mrmattosgood Maven (1,301) Nov 6, 2010 Canada (BC)

    And as far as gimmicks go, this is top notch.

    Buy two of these every year, drink one fresh at Christmas and cellar on for next year! And buy two more then!

    I'm all in.
     
    #20 mrmattosgood, Dec 18, 2015
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