jollymania 162 Report post Posted November 29, 2010 (edited) Unfortunately for me, the only "gas station" beers I've seen so far are Budweiser, Miller, ect. Nothing special. at every gas station within a 5 mile radius of my house you can buy some form of new glarus tonight i had sam adams triple bock, an infamous brew, i don't think it was that bad, but it isn't something i want to try again http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/35/111 Edited November 29, 2010 by jollymania Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Konnan511 1,736 Report post Posted November 29, 2010 Besides Sam Adams, what other Domestic brew would you all recommend that you could find at most gas stations/beer stores? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted November 29, 2010 Besides Sam Adams, what other Domestic brew would you all recommend that you could find at most gas stations/beer stores? hopefully Bell's, i can get new holland and bells at the local small town grocery stores here Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted November 30, 2010 Cork crumbling into the beer? Bet that was nice. How old was yours? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted November 30, 2010 Cork crumbling into the beer? Bet that was nice. How old was yours? 1997 vintage Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NGKEIB 32 Report post Posted November 30, 2010 (edited) I rather like Westvleteren. The fact that it is not commercially brewed and difficult to obtain only makes it better. Sometimes it's quite nice to live in Belgium... Edited November 30, 2010 by NGKEIB Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted November 30, 2010 I rather like Westvleteren. The fact that it is not commercially brewed and difficult to obtain only makes it better. Sometimes it's quite nice to live in Belgium... it is about to be commercialized, i don't have the article right in front of me but a limited number of bottles will go out next year to a special distributor (can't recall the name) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted December 1, 2010 I just found the big brother of Sam Adams Winter Lager: http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/741/3542 It totally blew SA out of the water, made SA taste like water in comparison, similar flavor profiles too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Konnan511 1,736 Report post Posted December 4, 2010 I just found the big brother of Sam Adams Winter Lager: http://beeradvocate.com/beer/profile/741/3542 It totally blew SA out of the water, made SA taste like water in comparison, similar flavor profiles too Why did you have to change your name again from Jolly to cross or was it cross to jolly? The way you describe this beer it sounds like orgasms of taste in your mouth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted December 5, 2010 Why did you have to change your name again from Jolly to cross or was it cross to jolly? The way you describe this beer it sounds like orgasms of taste in your mouth. if you love winter lager it would be, I liked it alot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Konnan511 1,736 Report post Posted December 5, 2010 if you love winter lager it would be, I liked it alot I did enjoy me some SA WL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted December 9, 2010 (edited) just had old fezziweg ale and all I can say is go for Bell's Christmas ale instead, i am not a fan of either but they seemed similar with the bell's packing more of a punch. So far the best winter beers I have had so far were Affligem Noel and Avery Old Jubilation here is what is upcoming though: Edited December 9, 2010 by jollymania Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedArmyBrat 0 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 I'm . . . not fond of beer to start with, so it takes me a while to find one I really like. That being said, I drink Molsons Canadian. it's not as watery or bitter as a lot of the American beers I've tried (maybe I'm drinking the wrong beers), and the one German beer I've had was far too malty for my tastes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlakChamber 8 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 How does that compare with something like Guinness? They're two different styles so you other than the fact they're both dark beers, it's tough to really compare them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlakChamber 8 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 Anyone beer watching Brew Masters on Discover Channel. Pretty entertaining show. As a homebrewer I wished they showed a little more on the brewing process. But I'm not surprised, Sam talking about mash temps and ph levels wouldn't be very interesting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 Picked up the Sam Adams Winter Variety pack, may break out a Chocolate Bock tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlakChamber 8 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 Picked up the Sam Adams Winter Variety pack, may break out a Chocolate Bock tonight. Just out of curiosity, what is keeping you from branching out to other brands? Sam Adams makes a good beer and is a good brand to use as an introduction to craft beer. But you live in Michigan, one of probably the top 5 states for craft beer in the country. There's so many good breweries in the mitten, what's stopping you from patronizing them? I'd love it if I could get Bell's, Founders and Short's (among others) at my grocery store. I've seen a couple of the MBC/Celis beers here in Texas, but that's it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingfan13 44 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 Just got back from the store with a nice haul. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 Anyone beer watching Brew Masters on Discover Channel. Pretty entertaining show. As a homebrewer I wished they showed a little more on the brewing process. But I'm not surprised, Sam talking about mash temps and ph levels wouldn't be very interesting. Ive watched them all so far Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedisappearer 291 Report post Posted December 11, 2010 Picked up the Sam Adams Winter Variety pack, may break out a Chocolate Bock tonight. The Choco Bock is AWESOME but... Just out of curiosity, what is keeping you from branching out to other brands? Sam Adams makes a good beer and is a good brand to use as an introduction to craft beer. But you live in Michigan, one of probably the top 5 states for craft beer in the country. There's so many good breweries in the mitten, what's stopping you from patronizing them? …this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 Just got back from the store with a nice haul. I tried the lukcy bastrd last ngith and though it wasn't as good as oaked or double, but it was pretty awesome Just out of curiosity, what is keeping you from branching out to other brands? Sam Adams makes a good beer and is a good brand to use as an introduction to craft beer. But you live in Michigan, one of probably the top 5 states for craft beer in the country. There's so many good breweries in the mitten, what's stopping you from patronizing them? I'd love it if I could get Bell's, Founders and Short's (among others) at my grocery store. I've seen a couple of the MBC/Celis beers here in Texas, but that's it. agreed, I had Bell's Batch 10000 last night, it has a ridiculous list of hops and fermentables, it wasn't a huge mess, but it wasn't anything amazing, just a solid beer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleepwalker 512 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 Taking a little break today, but yesterday between the Big Chill and the Devils game, I killed a 12 pack of Celebration. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
megaelixir 35 Report post Posted December 12, 2010 I can't believe my thread is still here after all this time (I used to be Hallelujahlogic)! Excellent job, beer aficionados! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted December 15, 2010 Review for Winter Lager - Poured into the Samuel Adams perfect pint glass.A - Pours a dark, deep ruby color. Thick head which dissipates after a while, and leaves behind plenty of lacing. S - Malty with subtle notes of hops and spices. This is gonna be a great one. T - Very robust flavor of malt with notes of spices and a bit of citrus. Subtle hop notes as well. M - Full bodied and bold, perfect for winter. Just the right amount of carbonation. D - A very nice session beer. Just out of curiosity, what is keeping you from branching out to other brands? Sam Adams makes a good beer and is a good brand to use as an introduction to craft beer. But you live in Michigan, one of probably the top 5 states for craft beer in the country. There's so many good breweries in the mitten, what's stopping you from patronizing them? I've had several local craft brews from around here and while they're pretty good, SA is usually what I fall back on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sleepwalker 512 Report post Posted December 15, 2010 Review for Winter Lager - You must be a member of BeerAdvocate. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites