The Beer Thread

McCheese · Jan 10, 2020

I'm hosting an event with an international theme. I'm looking for beers that represent specific countries. For example, I've got Baltika to represent Russia. What would be a stereotypical Scottish beer? It doesn't have to be a great beer, but one that just screams Scotland. Although I'd obviously prefer one that is also tasty.

ToeMissile · Jan 11, 2020

I've been to Green Cheek a couple times, they never disappoint. Stoked they're getting this level of publicity/notice/coverage.

Evan Price Of Green Cheek Beer Co. Turns His Attention To Food

From the House of Blues in Anaheim to one of California's best brewers, Evan Price is always up for a challenge.

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Alex · Jan 11, 2020

McCheese said:
I'm hosting an event with an international theme. I'm looking for beers that represent specific countries. For example, I've got Baltika to represent Russia. What would be a stereotypical Scottish beer? It doesn't have to be a great beer, but one that just screams Scotland. Although I'd obviously prefer one that is also tasty.

BrewDog is rather famous and delicious. Should be easy-ish to find. I'm sure they make a Scotch Ale.

yimmien · Jan 26, 2020

Alex · Jan 26, 2020

Bourbon barrel-aged and only 6%? How?

mkopec · Jan 26, 2020

what does ABV have to do with oak barrel aging? You think some alc seeps out of bourbon barrel?

But you are right, in one way the high ABV beers really profit from aging. It mellows out the harsh alc flavor, of say an abbey tripel or some shit like that. But I guess they 'age" this beer for a few weeks or a month or so just to get that bourbon barrel flavor and tannins.

McCheese · Jan 26, 2020

I found a place that has Delerium Tremens on tap. One of the first beers I ever had and still one of my favorites. I've never seen it on tap around here before.

3301 · Jan 26, 2020

McCheese said:
I found a place that has Delerium Tremens on tap. One of the first beers I ever had and still one of my favorites. I've never seen it on tap around here before.

Where go?

Ameraves · Jan 30, 2020

I've been on Keto for a while now, and seriously miss beer. I've been drinking both of these when I have a serious desire for a beer, but it's just not the same. As far as low carb though, they aren't bad. Kinda bullshit they are labeled IPA, but whatever.

I'm planning on getting back into brewing sometime in the next few months though. I just can't Keto forever

mkopec · Jan 30, 2020

Ameraves said:
I've been on Keto for a while now, and seriously miss beer. I've been drinking both of these when I have a serious desire for a beer, but it's just not the same. As far as low carb though, they aren't bad. Kinda bullshit they are labeled IPA, but whatever.

I'm planning on getting back into brewing sometime in the next few months though. I just can't Keto forever

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You can make some low carb shit, there is recipes out there. One way is to add some amalayse enzyme into your secondary. Another is mashing in the low side temps to make dryer beer. Use more adjuncts like raw sugar which pretty much 100% ferments, plus ups the ABV. Then use this base to make some really nice hoppy beers if youre into the whole IPA shit. It might take you a few try to make something balanced and good, but once you nail it down, you can rebrew this shit over and over.

Ameraves · Jan 30, 2020

mkopec said:
You can make some low carb shit, there is recipes out there. One way is to add some amalayse enzyme into your secondary. Another is mashing in the low side temps to make dryer beer. Use more adjuncts like raw sugar which pretty much 100% ferments, plus ups the ABV. Then use this base to make some really nice hoppy beers if youre into the whole IPA shit. It might take you a few try to make something balanced and good, but once you nail it down, you can rebrew this shit over and over.

Thanks for the info. Honestly though I knew going into it I wouldn't be able to stay on Keto forever. I'm down 45 pounds and want to drop maybe 10-15 more. After that I will just figure out how to maintain.

I just don't enjoy those low carb beers enough to want to brew them I don't think. However, it is nice to know there are options out there!

mkopec · Jan 30, 2020

Whatever you brew will still be 200% better than any light beer on the market guaranteed.

Khane · Jan 30, 2020

Corona Premier is actually pretty good for a low cal, low carb lager.

Oblio · Feb 13, 2020

Does Home Brewing get discussed much if at all in this thread?

Alex · Feb 13, 2020

SF Beer Week going on right now and I'm really enjoying the sour explosion. Some very high quality ones out there. If only they weren't so damn expensive.

Also Russian River production has increased dramatically with the new facility they built. They're bottling everything and it's all readily available all over town. Bought a bottle of Shadow of a Doubt this past weekend. Love that imperial stout.

ToeMissile · May 9, 2020

I haven't read much about breweries closing, but also haven't been looking for news. I've heard of a few places around here that have been able to adjust and hold on by doing local delivery or pivoting an in house restaurant to a grocery of sorts.

I opened up my can of Atta Boysenberry | The Bruery that I'd been holding onto for a while. Real smooth, not too much fruit/sweetness. Dangerousness all around at just under 14%

Alex · May 9, 2020

Breweries seem to be doing fine. They're all offering home delivery and I know plenty of people who have been participating. I've been going directly to the breweries for pickup. I went to the new Russian River facility a couple weeks ago. It's fucking massive. No wonder it's easy to find now. But I was the only car in the entire parking lot which is something you'd never expect to see for Russian River.

ToeMissile · May 27, 2020

Alex said:
... Russian River...

I read that they had expanded, still haven't had any of their beers except Elder.

I've been working on the 'back catalog':

Icky Thump | The Bruery

Icky Thump is a American Imperial Stout style beer brewed by The Bruery in Placentia, CA. Score: n/a with 8 ratings and reviews. Last update: 03-09-2022.

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So Happens It's Tuesday - S'mores | The Bruery

So Happens It's Tuesday - S'mores is a American Imperial Stout style beer brewed by The Bruery in Placentia, CA. Score: 92 with 22 ratings and reviews. Last update: 11-04-2023.

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Oude Tart | Bruery Terreux

Oude Tart is a Flanders Red Ale style beer brewed by Bruery Terreux in Anaheim, CA. Score: 95 with 2,537 ratings and reviews. Last update: 09-03-2023.

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Foster Happiness | The Bruery

Foster Happiness is a Weizenbock style beer brewed by The Bruery in Placentia, CA. Score: 93 with 22 ratings and reviews. Last update: 05-14-2022.

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Apfelsap | The Bruery

Apfelsap is a Wheatwine style beer brewed by The Bruery in Placentia, CA. Score: 92 with 24 ratings and reviews. Last update: 12-19-2023.

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Alex · May 27, 2020

I love Bruery. I've only had Oude Tart out of those. They make so many beers it's impossible to keep up.

Has anyone jumped aboard the Alvarado St bandwagon yet? They're quickly becoming my new fave and auto-buy when I see them. I think the difficulty of finding them helps fuel that. Why are they located in fucking Salinas? Such a shit town. I only know it because it has an In N Out I usually stop by on my drive to the Central Coast.

Ao- · May 27, 2020

Man I really only get Sierra Nevada because of distribution out in the Midwest. I can occasionally see some Bruery but not often enough to make it worthwhile (also none of the real specialties).

I was pissed when I missed the Bottle Logic anniversary party a few years ago...

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