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Comment on Grey Lady Down by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:39:37 +0000

Agreed, a great label and a very refreshing ale.

Cheers!

Comment on Grey Lady Down by theBEERSgoneBAD

theBEERSgoneBAD — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:11:51 +0000

This beer had one of the best labels ever. We talked about it for 5 of the 7 minutes on our video review. Check it out here.

http://thebeersgonebad.com/2012/02/01/grey-lady-ale-cisco-brewers-thebeersgonebad-107/

Comment on Chiefly Speaking: Cigar City Tocobaga by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:59:59 +0000

Travis,

Good question. I’m guessing the considerable malt base is what classifies it as a red ale, but as noted earlier Tocobaga is quite hoppy and has an IPA like character. Terrapin Big Hoppy Monster is another red ale that’s comparable.

Cheers!

Comment on Chiefly Speaking: Cigar City Tocobaga by Travis

Travis — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 17:46:09 +0000

One of my favorites, though, I thought the same thing. Seems to have more of an IPA characteristic. Would you happen to know why they call it a Red Ale opposed to, say, an American IPA?

Comment on The Ryes Have It: Hop Strike Black IPA by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:54:56 +0000

Travis,

I’m assuming that would be the Blackwater IPA. Look forward to trying it next time it’s on tap at TBBC.

Cheers!

Comment on The Ryes Have It: Hop Strike Black IPA by Travis S.

Travis S. — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 21:46:58 +0000

Honestly, I don’t know why Black IPA’s aren’t more popular. Tampa Bay Brewing Co. puts out a seasonal Black IPA as well. Highly recommended.

Comment on Rapp Party by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 03:39:41 +0000

Chester,

It was a fantastic party. Looking forward to the opening of Rapp Brewing Company and the next Rapp On Tap.

Cheers!

Comment on Rapp Party by chester neckburn

chester neckburn — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 23:02:02 +0000

The party was epic! The beers on there own were fantastic, but the food was amazing! Combine that with the great company and you have a great party. But then again, there hasn’t been a Rapp on Tap party that I haven’t thoroughly enjoyed! Thanks again Greg & Dawn for having me.

Comment on A Spicy Brew: Brewer’s Art Green Peppercorn Tripel by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 15:23:17 +0000

@Jim Definitely works in a beer! Cheers!

Comment on A Spicy Brew: Brewer’s Art Green Peppercorn Tripel by Jim

Jim — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 01:21:59 +0000

Never knew peppercorn was such an amazing asset… Makes me think twice about grinding them up into my dinner!

Comment on Remember The Titan: Great Divide Titan IPA by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 11:27:46 +0000

@Jim

Definitely worth a try…a very well balanced IPA.

Cheers!

Comment on Remember The Titan: Great Divide Titan IPA by Jim

Jim — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 06:32:54 +0000

I can’t wait to give this one a try… I keep hearing great things, but haven’t got my hands on a bottle of it yet…

Comment on FOX Business Network Live Feature on Craft Beer Icon Sam Adams by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 23:09:50 +0000

@Nor’easter Brewing

You’re in my old neck of the woods; grew up in the Tri-State area and lived in New Haven and Fairfield, CT in addition to NYC and NJ. Would definitely like to check out your brewery next time I’m in the area.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on FOX Business Network Live Feature on Craft Beer Icon Sam Adams by Nor'easter Brewing

Nor'easter Brewing — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:19:55 +0000

Enjoy reading about all the beers and beer stories this blog reports on. We are in the planning stages for a new brewery in Northeastern USA called Nor’easter Brewing Company LLC and our business plan is to grow to over 25,000BBL within 5 years.
The breweries and stories you report on, allow for much encouragement.

http://noreasterbrewing.com
About to take the craft beer industry by storm!

Comment on A Really Colossal Ale by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:23:37 +0000

@Jim
Jim,

Definitely one to share with a few friends!

Cheers!

Comment on A Really Colossal Ale by Jim

Jim — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:31:53 +0000

This sounds like quite the adventure, but a bit too scary for me.

Comment on A Really Colossal Ale by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:43:08 +0000

@Sean
Sean,

Agreed that it’s an amazing beer, no matter how they classify it. Going up to MD for Labor Day weekend, so I’m hoping to pick up a bottle or two.

Cheers!

Comment on A Really Colossal Ale by Sean

Sean — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 14:27:08 +0000

Good review! I also had this latest version of DuClaw Colossus. A friend, who lives in Baltimore, Maryland was able to taste it on draft at one of DuClaw’s release parties for Colossus and loved it so much, that he purchased a few bottles for friends and family to take back on his trip when he came to visit. Their brewery rep told my friend that the beer is technically “a Belgian Hybrid” because of the yeast that is used. Either way I was blown away. Amazing how these guys brewed a 21% abv beer, yet hide the alcohol so well. The beer was very complex and interesting, especially as it warmed a bit. I loved it and wish I could get more!

Comment on A Wine Bar With A Craft Beer Addiction by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 21:19:53 +0000

@Colin Estrem
Colin,

Thanks for the kind words. Looking forward to stopping by again in the very near future.

Cheers!

Comment on A Wine Bar With A Craft Beer Addiction by Colin Estrem

Colin Estrem — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 17:49:07 +0000

We at Avenue Wine Cafe thank you for your visit to our bar. We always enjoy spending time with people that share our passion for real beer. I enjoyed reading your blogs and look forward to hearing more about your future experiences. Cheers!!!

Comment on A Wine Bar With A Craft Beer Addiction by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 19:59:58 +0000

@Jim It's a great time indeed! Cheers!

Comment on A Wine Bar With A Craft Beer Addiction by Jim

Jim — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 17:15:11 +0000

It is a great time to be a beer lover in America… This shift is incredible!

Comment on Billy’s Brew by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 17:56:06 +0000

@Brian

Brian,

Thanks for the kinds words my friend..always appreciated!

Cheers!

Comment on A Firkin Great Sculpin by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 17:05:05 +0000

@Marsha

Marsha,

I hate it when a beer I enjoy is not available in my area too!

Fortunately, there are online stores where you can order beers not available for distribution in your neck of the woods. BevMo! out of California sells Sculpin and will ship to most states throughtout the country.

http://www.bevmo.com/Shop/ProductDetail.aspx?ProductID=25628

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on A Firkin Great Sculpin by Marsha

Marsha — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 14:14:47 +0000

I am from Michigan but recently had this beer while I was in Massachusetts and I cant believe how good it was, usually after one beer or two at the most I dont have a desire for more beer, but his beer makes you want to keep chugging it, it’s hard to put the glass down thats how good and thirst quenching it is!
When I got home I called the brewery in San Diego and unfortunately they told me the closest place it is sold to me is in Florida, boo-hoo

Comment on Billy’s Brew by Brian

Brian — Sun, 26 Jun 2011 21:40:44 +0000

Bill,

This is the best beer blog on the internet and the only one I read regularly. Keep up the great work!

Brian

Comment on A Firkin Great Sculpin by Top 10 Beers from Philly Beer Week 2011 | Whiskey Goldmine

Top 10 Beers from Philly Beer Week 2011 | Whiskey Goldmine — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 22:15:31 +0000

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Comment on A Firkin Great Sculpin by Top 10 Beers from Philly Beer Week 2011 | Whiskey Goldmine

Top 10 Beers from Philly Beer Week 2011 | Whiskey Goldmine — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 22:14:29 +0000

[...] Served at the Khyber Pass Pub. .10. Yards CB4 Belgian IPA.11. Ballast Point Sculpin on Cask.Check out this review of the Sculpin on Cask by Billy’s Beer Blog.12. Nebraska Black Betty Russian Imperial Stout……Technorati Tags: ABV, aged, Amarillo, ayinger, [...]

Comment on Prost! by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:57:41 +0000

@Jim Definitely worth the stop!

Comment on Prost! by Jim

Jim — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 03:02:27 +0000

I love the laid back atmosphere… I bet the beer was worth the stop.

Comment on Black Cannon by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Tue, 31 May 2011 01:19:53 +0000

@Dave
Dave,

Black Cannon is quite different from the original Loose Cannon, but still highly recommended. I hope you enjoy it.

Cheers!

Comment on Black Cannon by Dave

Dave — Mon, 30 May 2011 20:15:11 +0000

Awesome review. I cannot wait to try this beer I have tried loose cannon and hang ten from heavy seas lately and both were excellent.

Best regards,

Dave (www.howmanybeerscandavedrink.com)

Comment on The Angel’s Share by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Sun, 22 May 2011 11:36:09 +0000

@Jim I'll drink to that!

Comment on The Angel’s Share by Jim

Jim — Sat, 21 May 2011 15:55:02 +0000

Here’s to hoping that we will be able to enjoy these fine brews for much longer than just one day.

Comment on What Brews Naturally by Rob K.

Rob K. — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 16:38:44 +0000

It’s only about ten minutes from Universal/Islands of Adventure/CityWalk. About 15 minutes from SeaWorld Orlando. And 20 minutes from Walt Disney World. Of course, since most of the travel is along Interstate 4, and this city is a tourism magnet, travel times around rush hours frequently slow to a crawl. (Rush hours 7 to 9 AM and 3 to 6 PM.)

If you don’t have a GPS in your car (and why not? It’s 2011!), just take I-4 EAST (compass will read North bound) to the Kaley exit. From there you’re in an industrial area just off the interstate. Take a left on Atlanta Avenue and bypass the metal recycling place, the meat warehouse, and other industrial businesses (watch out for large trucks). Look for a warehouse with a chain link fence and an American flag. Parking is sometimes a problem, so ask the friendly volunteer bartender if where you’ve parked is okay.

Come on in an enjoy a pint. Happy hour all day Monday, and 3 to 6 PM everyday.

Comment on What Brews Naturally by Jim

Jim — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 15:49:58 +0000

I’m flying to Orlando this afternoon! Looks like I have one stop figured out. How far is this place from the Universal Studios area?

Comment on Crystal Bell’s by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 02:47:02 +0000

@Jim It is incredible!

Comment on Crystal Bell’s by Jim

Jim — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 19:18:53 +0000

Now I must try this! You make it sound so incredible!

Comment on Spellbound by Anne Zavorskas

Anne Zavorskas — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 01:38:10 +0000

Great post! Also LOVE your latest beer video! http://www.youtube.com/user/BillysBeerBlog#p/a/u/2/ivPyvSxjlic

Comment on Making My Case Again by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 03:35:12 +0000

@Joe

Joe,

Thanks for the kind words…they’re very much appreciated.

Also, have you ever been to a brewpub in Coral Gables called the Yard House? They have 100+ beers on tap, including a decent selection of microbrews. Here’s the latest beer menu from their website:

http://www.yardhouse.com/files/beer_menu_36.pdf

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Making My Case Again by Joe

Joe — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 01:56:49 +0000

Tremendous list! This one to bookmark for sure, and take my time searching these out. I I live in Miami and we don’t have as much beer selection as the beer hotspots (which, ironically, makes me want to try more of the beers out there). Thinks for the exhaustive list and helpful reviews.

Comment on A Little Slice Of Heaven by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 00:10:15 +0000

@Jim
Jim,

It’s definitely worth the trip!

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on A Little Slice Of Heaven by Jim

Jim — Tue, 22 Feb 2011 19:21:16 +0000

This sounds like the kind of place I will need to check out next time I am down in Tampa.

Comment on Beer Quest by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 02:20:43 +0000

@Kat Murphy
Kat,

Thanks for giving me the heads up. I had just added Peg’s to the Beer Map, and plan to pay a visit in the very near future.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Beer Quest by Kat Murphy

Kat Murphy — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 18:45:26 +0000

Peg’s in Gulfport, FL needs to be added to the map as it was just listed as the 5th best microbrewery in America by a national publication. My son called my in St. Pete from NYC to see if I knew about it. Word is spreading on this great little brewery and restaurant. I know the fish tacos are amazing. Thanks and love your blog.

Kathy Murphy

Comment on The Sludge Report by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 23:34:06 +0000

@Jim
Jim,

Definitely an easy drinking beer.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on The Sludge Report by Jim

Jim — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 17:52:16 +0000

I’m glad you recommended this. I would shy away from it on make alone.

Comment on Epic Beer Night by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:12:08 +0000

@Gemma

Gemma, it was delicious! Thanks for brewing such an excellent blonde ale.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Bright Lights Brew City: Take Flight by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:07:43 +0000

@Jim

Jim,

I’m a fan of Black Bavarian too. Magic Hat Howl is one of the better schwarzbiers as well.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Christmas Bels by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:05:24 +0000

@Tami

Thanks Tami. Moon River Brewing is one of my favorite brewpubs.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Christmas Bels by Tami

Tami — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 16:07:45 +0000

Just discovered your blog and enjoyed your post about the Moon River Beers. Love the Balls of Gold too!

Comment on Bright Lights Brew City: Take Flight by Jim

Jim — Fri, 17 Dec 2010 14:43:50 +0000

Thanks for tipping me off to this one. I am a huge fan of Sprecher Black Bavarian and have had a hard time finding something similar.

Comment on Epic Beer Night by Gemma

Gemma — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 17:04:24 +0000

I actually brewed the 5th beer mentioned. I used the Northern Brewer Twisted Enkle Blonde kit which is an extract kit with specialty grains, so it should have been close to a Belgian Blonde with trappist influence but I agree that it is similar to a Saison as well. I’m glad you liked it!

Comment on Getting Tanked by Jim

Jim — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 15:15:32 +0000

Every time I make it back to the Midwest around this time of year, I try to track down a Tank 7… Always so good!

Comment on Now Datz A Deli! by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:37:16 +0000

@Best Beer

Aaron.

It’s definitely a cool place to visit. Nice big city style deli with a great selection of beers both on tap and in bottles.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Now Datz A Deli! by Best Beer

Best Beer — Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:35:58 +0000

Hmmm Thanks for this, I’m planning to visit this place one these days.

Comment on An Oatmeal Raisin In The Sun by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 12:46:44 +0000

Ilya,

I tend to agree with you, although Cigar City actually pulled this one off. The aroma is definitely worth the experience, and the notes blend in nicely in the taste.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on An Oatmeal Raisin In The Sun by Ilya Feynberg

Ilya Feynberg — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 05:50:43 +0000

I’m not sure about this one…

I haven’t tried it yet so my thoughts on it should be taken with a grain of salt, but I’m just not liking the direction of making beers taste like cookies. At what point does it stop being a beer with beery (not a real word) flavor and character?

The aroma I’m willing to be is rather intoxicating though

Ilya

Comment on Brewfari by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:50:59 +0000

Hey Brewmeister,

Thanks for the feedback. Looking forward to grabbing a beer in Tampa.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Brewfari by brewmeister

brewmeister — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 17:41:57 +0000

Hey, Bill,
great write-up on Wazoo. Sorry I missed this one b/c that beer lineup was awesome! We’ll have to hook up for a beer sometime here in Tampa. Salud!

Comment on A Dunkel For The Dog Days by Glass Bottles

Glass Bottles — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:46:11 +0000

MMMMMMM…. I want a HB Dunkel like now! Looks so good!

Comment on Brewfari by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 23:56:51 +0000

Ilya,

I agree that the brew zoo events are becoming popular. And the fact that some breweries like Sam Adams were offering new beers in samplings only added to the fun.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Brewfari by Ilya Feynberg

Ilya Feynberg — Sat, 14 Aug 2010 06:14:32 +0000

This whole beer in a Zoo setting seems to be getting pretty popular as of late it seems! I’m seeing it often on many blogs recently. Ranging from zoo’s in California to zoo’s in Michigan and NY. I think it’s actually pretty damn cool!

Those are some fantastic beers on tap! I’ll take everything from Southern Tier please and some Sam Adams samples

Ilya

Comment on High Flying Dutchman by Glass Bottles

Glass Bottles — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:13:36 +0000

Whiskey beer?!?! Sounds intriguing, but not delicious!

Comment on No (Green) Flash In The Pan by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 21:13:24 +0000

@D.Lux

I definitely want to check out Green Flash the next time I get to SoCal, as well as Alesmith and Stone.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on No (Green) Flash In The Pan by D.Lux

D.Lux — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:01:32 +0000

Totally! (I had one just last night to reconfirm the fact)

If you ever make it out to SoCal you should definitely arrange a visit to the Brewery–the tasting room is great! Very basic/understated (they had a cheese plate set out on an ironing board), and the staff was fantastic–friendly, knowledgeable, and welcoming!!

-D.Lux

Comment on No (Green) Flash In The Pan by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:46:41 +0000

D. Lux,

It just shows that great minds think alike! Green Flash West Coast IPA is one of the best IPAs out there!

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on No (Green) Flash In The Pan by D.Lux

D.Lux — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 17:39:51 +0000

How funny, I JUST review Green Flash’s West Coast IPA for my blog
(http://brewdorktimes.blogspot.com/2010/06/im-green-with-envy.html)
I also HIGHLY RECOMMENDED it.. and why wouldn’t I, it’s TERRIFIC!
-Prost!
D.Lux

Comment on 1 In A 100 by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 00:53:51 +0000

Thanks!

Comment on 1 In A 100 by Glass Bottles

Glass Bottles — Wed, 16 Jun 2010 03:30:25 +0000

Congrats on the Milestone. keep up the great work!

Comment on Solid Oak by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Wed, 26 May 2010 19:29:18 +0000

Thanks Mick!

Glad to see that you guys got it on tap. This is gonna be one of my all-time favorites!

Comment on Solid Oak by Mick

Mick — Wed, 26 May 2010 18:29:59 +0000

Southern Tier does it again! I love this beer!

Good work Billy!

Comment on Swashbuckling Brew by Glass Bottles

Glass Bottles — Mon, 17 May 2010 15:31:01 +0000

Looks like an incredible little brew. I hope I can find it here!

Comment on Love That Dirty Water by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Mon, 10 May 2010 11:09:50 +0000

@Blanche Jochnowitz Blanche, Thanks...it was a very enjoyable trip!

Comment on Love That Dirty Water by Blanche Jochnowitz

Blanche Jochnowitz — Mon, 10 May 2010 03:23:19 +0000

I didn’t realize you sampled so many beers in Boston. Good writeup–I enjoyed it.
Blanche

Comment on Collector’s Item by Bill Zavorskas

Bill Zavorskas — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 11:07:46 +0000

@Scott-TheBrewClub
Scott,

Ettaler Curator Doppelbock is now available in bottles here in the U.S. I’ve seen it at Total Wine & More here in Florida, so if you have a specialty beer store in your area, they should have it or be able to order it.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Collector’s Item by Scott-TheBrewClub

Scott-TheBrewClub — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 02:04:01 +0000

Is this one available in bottles? I’m just getting into some Dopplebocks and am currently enjoying Ayinger’s classic Celebrator. Great beer style and I’d love to try others!

Comment on A Festive Weekend by BillZav

BillZav — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:56:20 +0000

Russian River…damn!!!!!!!!!! Please keep me posted on his tweets.

Thanks,

Bill Z.

Comment on A Festive Weekend by Bret

Bret — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:55:21 +0000

Hey Bill-

Good seeing you Saturday – if only briefly.

I’m afraid I tried to personally kill the keg of the Cedar Aged CC Jai Alai to get to Honnapus and…well…the Jai Alai won.

I agree that it was a mess. It was inexcusable to have people working the booths for Southern Tier & Goose Island that had zero knowledge of the beer. Such a great opportunity to educate people on these new breweries to the area and they dropped the ball.

Kel and I actually checked out Mr. Beery’s last night after dinner at BrewCo. Mark was a very nice, personable guy and I made sure to tell him you referred us.

We had a few pints when he broke out Russian River’s Consecration! I couldn’t believe it. It was delicious beyond words. Later on he busted out some Troegs Nugget Nectar which was pretty incredible as well. We had a great time and the costs were far less than World of Beer. We look forward to going back soon!

I’m following them on Twitter now – he told me that whenever he changes out a keg or gets some rares in he’ll send a tweet out. They’re on there as mrbeerssrq.

Bret

Comment on Nuclear Fallout by Jennie

Jennie — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 02:59:19 +0000

awesome, thanks!

Comment on Top Tier by BillZav

BillZav — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:11:55 +0000

Sounds great..let’s touch base in the next day or so.

Comment on Top Tier by Rachael

Rachael — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 12:10:05 +0000

We are thinking the beer festival sounds like a good idea. Let’s coordinate this week.

Comment on Nuclear Fallout by BillZav

BillZav — Sun, 24 Jan 2010 02:19:51 +0000

@Jennie
Jennie,

Can’t wait to hear back on your findings! Also, here’s a link to the RateBeer.com places site for Georgia. It has an extensive list of pubs, restaurants, etc. with their websites, and in most cases what’s on tap.

http://www.ratebeer.com/places/states/10/

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Nuclear Fallout by Jennie

Jennie — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 19:48:14 +0000

awesome, thanks! I’ll report back on my findings

Comment on Nuclear Fallout by BillZav

BillZav — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:03:44 +0000

@Jennie

Jennie,

The Mellow Mushroom, Brick Stock Pub, and Tap come to mind, as they tend to have large draft selections. This is a seasonal beer, so it tends to float around during this time of year. Please also keep an eye out for beer festivals in your area in which Anheuser-Busch beers are featured. They tend to push this ale as it’s one of their best offerings.

Cheers,

Bill Z.

Comment on Nuclear Fallout by Jennie

Jennie — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 04:40:24 +0000

You’re right about WINTERS BOURBON CASK ALE. do you know where I can find it on tap in Atlanta, GA? I tried this beer at a ski resort last weekend and haven’t stopped thinking about it since!

Comment on Arigato Godzilla by BillZav

BillZav — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:44:56 +0000

I picked up a can at Total Wine the other night along with several other beers. I’m looking forward to trying it.

Comment on Arigato Godzilla by Bret

Bret — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 03:42:01 +0000

World of Beer has “Ten FIDY” on draft – have to show them a text message from WOB to order it. I had some at The Shamrock last night…great stuff!

Comment on Nature of The Beast by Steve

Steve — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:58:30 +0000

I managed to save one of the two beers I brought down for you from the Kewanau Brewing Co in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. I think I remembered to bring a couple beer menus from our local brew pub for your perusal. See you soon, Steve.

Comment on Abracadabra by Shelly

Shelly — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 12:38:47 +0000

MMMMM… pumpkin ale. Yummy. One of my personal favorites this time of year.

Comment on Sober (Not) in Seattle by BillZav

BillZav — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 18:05:58 +0000

Mike,

I hear you! Newcastle has pulled John Courage from the US market for some reason. JC was one of the first imports that I drank, and is my favorite amber ale. I’ve noted in my blog in an earlier post that they should redistribute it in the US. There’s definitely a market for it.

Also, thanks for mentioning the Yard House. I checked out their website, and they definitely have an intense beer selection. There’s a couple of their restaurants in the Miami metro area; I’ll have to drop in next time I’m down there.

Cheers!

Comment on Sober (Not) in Seattle by Mike Cosgrove

Mike Cosgrove — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 01:22:21 +0000

Love the blog, have one question.. I’m a big fan of John Courage Amber however have been unable to find it in the past year. I live in Delaware(use to be able to buy it here) and all the beverage stores tell me they can not get it. Restaurants tell me the same as well. I have turn to the internet but haven’t found much and what I have found leads me to
believe that it is no longer in production on at the very least no longer imported to the U.S….. Do you have any info on John Courage Amber?

Also, check out the Yardhouse Restaurant for an intense selection of beers

Comment on Make Mine A Flash Gordon by BillZav

BillZav — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 17:21:39 +0000

Flash, thank god for designated drivers! It was great meeting you both.

Anne & I are in Seattle this week, and we also took a sidetrip to Portland. It’s beautiful up here in the Pacific Northwest, and it’s truly a brewtopia. Not only are there a lot of breweries & beer pubs, but most restaurants here have an excellent microbrew selection as well.

There’s a place here in town called the Tap House Grill that has 160 beers on tap. They started IPA Week on Thursday, with 40 from around the world on tap. I was finally able to try the Southern Tier Unearhtly once again, and think that this may be my new favorite IPA. They’re several contenders in this area as well. I also agree that the Pumpking Ale is the best pumpkin beer out there.

I’ll be updating the blog, in the next week or so, when we return home.

Comment on Make Mine A Flash Gordon by John Gordon

John Gordon — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 18:26:36 +0000

Billy, The Flash Gordon, definitely an “R” rated beer. As far as a pirate would be concerned, RRRRR!! A special thanks to Dawn, my designated driver.
PS, hope you get up to Buffalo one day(Mr. Goodbar on Elmwood) to try a Southern Tier IPA, another favorite of mine, a reliable IPA. Southern Tier also has a Pumpking Ale to die for, I’m not sure how the brew master does it, you can actually taste the crust of the pie, as well as the pumpkin flavor, truly magic! Both rated by I as 5R.
Nice meeting you,
Flash.

Comment on Make Mine A Flash Gordon by Kyle J Gordon

Kyle J Gordon — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 03:22:06 +0000

Should’ve brought some back . dad. Ill have to try it when I go to Sarasota..Cheers

Comment on Draught Picks by BillZav

BillZav — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 22:57:14 +0000

Steve,

You’re the Beer Guru of the Wolverine State!

Comment on Draught Picks by Steve

Steve — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:39:29 +0000

Found some good beer up here from a micro-brewery in the Upper Penninsula and it is in cans! It’ s called Widowmakers Black Ale and brewed in Houghton, MI. Later, slw

Comment on Red White & Brew by Steve

Steve — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 00:53:20 +0000

From: Right Brain Brewery
Subject: Summer Beer Fest…and the Rest
To: slwzzz@yahoo.com
Date: Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 11:30 AM

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News & Notes from RBB

Summer Beer Fest: This Weekend!

Summertime, as Janis belted, and the livin’ is easy. At least, that’s what you’ll be thinking to yourself as you swill your third sample of malty, hoppy craft beer goodness at the 12th Annual Summer Beer Festival in Ypsilanti, July 24 and 25.

Gather your friends for a road trip to guzzle (or daintily sip) over 200 beers from more than 30 Michigander breweries. RBB will have seven brews on tap. Some of those nearest and dearest to your hearts. Check ‘em out here, as well as more details ’bout the fest.

Discount advance tickets ($5 off) are for sale at the Brain, so save yourself some cash and get thee to the pub!

Summer is halfway over, folks. Don’t let the liquid fun dry up before you get to drink it down…

Outside Seating Update

You’ve likely passed by the collection of colorful tables and amazing metalwork fencing in front of Salon Saloon. That’s our patio, lovely and brilliant thanks to our lovely bartender, Alison, and member Mary, the table artists, and to TJ and Alfred of TJC Design Studio, with the superbly designed fence.

So now that it’s there, sitting nice and pretty-like, what’s going on with outside seating? Patience, RBB lovahs, as we must be patient ourselves. Approvals are making their way through the system and we will open just as soon as we get the final thumbs up. Think good thoughts…think good thoughts.

(And when we do open, you *must* be served by a server outside–NO BEER is to be taken between the pub and patio by a guest. Members, please help us out with this requirement. Thanks for your understanding.)

And now, in beer news…

Nied Beer has produced a beer of highest quality. It is called The Exception, and it is indeed most excellent. Try this fully loaded (14% ABV) barleywine, named after our Controls Engineer Charlie, a man to whom rules seem not to apply. We’ve been getting good feedback, so give ‘er a whirl. But don’t let the picture fool you. This super premium brew is not part of the sampler tray.

And remember that 200/100 milestone we told you about a couple of weeks ago? Well, we now know that our 200th batch will be the Stuck Truck American Oatmeal Stout and our 100th recipe…the Old Ferret Legger, an American version of an English Strong Ale. We’ll be crafting something special to celebrate, so stay tuned in the coming weeks.

Comment on Dog(fish) Days of Summer by Steve

Steve — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:08:02 +0000

Good research! I am tasting numerous craft beers up here lately. Mostly from Short’s Brewery in Bellaire, Michigan and also from Right Brain Brewery here in Traverse City. Mackinaw Brewing is another craft brewery and restaurant in Traverse City, where I am also a member and I have been in there a couple times. I did also go out to a hop yard, where local agriculture is beginning to grow hops for craft breweries. They had a big pig roast, beer from Right Brain Brewery – an asparagus beer and a maple beer, both very good. We did learn a ton about hops as well – great day all around, although it was quite cool. Later, Steve

Comment on St. Paddy’s Is Approaching by Anne

Anne — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 19:04:31 +0000

Awesome post Bill!!