Craft Beer - Page 2

aulrich · #31 10-13-2017, 02:58 PM

Age is probably the best word to use, basically they are flavoring the beer with JD. it would be much easier if they just spiked it with JD but the tax rate is different and that is why they use old barrels.

Innis & Gunn has one that uses bourbon barrels it's very tasty, it's likely what I will try and clone for my next batch. Though I do have a bucket of sour cherries that is just screaming to be put to use in a wheat beer.

There is a place in Calgary called the "Beer Vault" it has lots of Alberta craft beer.

dodger · #32 10-13-2017, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by aulrich

Age is probably the best word to use, basically they are flavoring the beer with JD. it would be much easier if they just spiked it with JD but the tax rate is different and that is why they use old barrels.

Innis & Gunn has one that uses bourbon barrels it's very tasty, it's likely what I will try and clone for my next batch. Though I do have a bucket of sour cherries that is just screaming to be put to use in a wheat beer.

There is a place in Calgary called the "Beer Vault" it has lots of Alberta craft beer.

Thanks!
Dodger

aulrich · #33 10-13-2017, 03:34 PM

How many of you like sour beers.

I expect that will be the next big thing after the IPA thing goes away.

Jeron Kahyar · #34 10-13-2017, 03:34 PM

Some good beers to be had around Alberta these days.

Ribstone Creek - Old Man Winter
Bent Stick - 4:30pm
The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co. - Rundlestone Session Ale
The Dandy Brewing Co. - Golden Brown Dandy
Hell's Basement Brewing - Ryes Against the Machine
Troubled Monk - Open Road

Not really a beer but worth a try is Fallen Timber Meaderys Hopped Mead.

As well as a few of note that are not Alberta made but just darn good.

Brew Dog - Punk IPA
Deschutes - Jubleale & Obsidian Stout
Bow Valley - Brown Ale
Driftwood Brewery - Fat Tug IPA

CabinFever · #35 10-13-2017, 03:47 PM

Dragonstooth Stout from Elysian Brewery out of Seattle is one of the better beer's I've had. Have found it in Edmonton a few times.

ESOXangler · #36 10-13-2017, 04:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Badgerbadger

They're really good. You might like these guys, too. http://caravelbrewery.com/

I find a lot of "craft" beers are in competition to see who can put the most hops in their brews, and all one can taste is bitter, bitterer, bittererer. Like taking a swig of Corona then licking a truck tire.

Good beer shouldn't be hoppy at all, and should taste like the beer it is.

Thanks. I will try!

Weedy1 · #37 10-13-2017, 04:56 PM

Don't forget to get your Oktoberfest beer while it's still fresh!!!

dodger · #38 10-13-2017, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Weedy1

Don't forget to get your Oktoberfest beer while it's still fresh!!!

Going to search for a few tomorrow.

Dodger

Selkirk · #39 10-13-2017, 07:04 PM

I used to make a lot of my own beer, back in the day (and so did my father). Reading through this thread has got me thinking about starting it up again. I think I may still have some of my old equipment stored away somewhere.

Thanks for the prod

Selkirk

Gixxer007 · #40 10-13-2017, 07:04 PM

1.) Unibroue - La Fin Du Monde
2.) Unibroue - Maudite
3.) Delirium - Tremens
4.) Chimay - Grand Reserve
5.) La Chouffe
6.) Ommegang - Hennepin
7.) Dageraad - Belgian Blonde

Just to name a few off the top of my head, have the right glass and enjoy

JustBen · #41 10-13-2017, 07:35 PM

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Originally Posted by aulrich

How many of you like sour beers.

I expect that will be the next big thing after the IPA thing goes away.

Haven't found one I like yet. Had a sour Belgian raspberry thing that was close last winter.

But I can pound IPAs like they are going out of style!

Jeron Kahyar · #42 10-13-2017, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by aulrich

How many of you like sour beers.

I expect that will be the next big thing after the IPA thing goes away.

They seem to be hit or miss usually I find. I do think you are right with Sours gaining popularity. Lots of small breweries are experimenting with Kettle Sours already. I doubt the IPA will go anywhere either. They are easy to brew and can have a host of different flavors. A beautiful style for a craft brewery.

roger · #43 10-14-2017, 09:29 AM

im no authourity on beers but
me and lady friend try to promote local microbrewerys for a sampler.
this usually one or two that are better than the other but overall I am usually disapointed as a rule.
im always dissapointed with the IPA's, who can drink that...?

The Cook · #44 10-14-2017, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by dodger

Oh Weedy - You need to have a cold one. I use to think like this until I lost all of my hair. If only I had enough hair for a man bun

. Nothing like a fat old man with a bun.

Dodger.

You can buy fake man buns online, just google it.

The Cook · #45 10-14-2017, 10:40 AM

Canmore Brewing Company makes Georgetown Brown Ale @ 6.5 %, my new favorite.

omega50 · #46 04-05-2018, 03:32 PM

A relative of mine is currently building his new brewery in Okotoks, but has been producing his beers temporarily in Lethbridge at Coulee Brewing Company until he is open in Okotoks

Six Corners Brew Works

Tried a few beers over Easter and like what I am tasting.
Worked in Fort Mac a number of years to bankroll his dream-Trained in Scotland and now living his dream

http://www.sixcorners.ca/#triplesummit

Sleddawg · #47 04-05-2018, 03:51 PM

Born Colorado Brewing is opening soon in Calgary, I havent personally got to sample any yet, but the few that I know that have, say its amazing. Therefore I cant wait to give it a sample.

http://borncoloradobrewing.com

88thunderbird · #48 04-05-2018, 07:14 PM

Chilkoot lager is a great one

riden · #49 04-05-2018, 09:01 PM

I’ve been drinking a fair bit of Big Rocks Scotch Ale lately. It’s 7% but you would never believe it to taste it. It is very smooth with a fantastic flavour

dodger · #50 04-06-2018, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by omega50

A relative of mine is currently building his new brewery in Okotoks, but has been producing his beers temporarily in Lethbridge at Coulee Brewing Company until he is open in Okotoks

Six Corners Brew Works

Tried a few beers over Easter and like what I am tasting.
Worked in Fort Mac a number of years to bankroll his dream-Trained in Scotland and now living his dream

http://www.sixcorners.ca/#triplesummit

Okotoks is 10 minutes down the road from me. looks like I have more beer to try? Life is good

Tell your friend his website is super cool!

Dodger.

FCLightning · #51 04-06-2018, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by riden

I’ve been drinking a fair bit of Big Rocks Scotch Ale lately. It’s 7% but you would never believe it to taste it. It is very smooth with a fantastic flavour

x2 Good Stuff

FCLightning · #52 04-06-2018, 09:38 AM

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Originally Posted by aulrich

How many of you like sour beers.

I expect that will be the next big thing after the IPA thing goes away.

Tried this one last week - went well with pancakes and bacon.
http://www.liquorconnect.com/Product...spx?SKU=798291

omega50 · #53 04-06-2018, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by dodger

Okotoks is 10 minutes down the road from me. looks like I have more beer to try? Life is good

Tell your friend his website is super cool!

Dodger.

I will pass it on. Raised in a Ranch family West of Hartell halfway between Black Diamond and Longview

thing · #54 04-06-2018, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by CabinFever

Dragonstooth Stout from Elysian Brewery out of Seattle is one of the better beer's I've had. Have found it in Edmonton a few times.

I love Stouts..I'll have to try that one.

Anyone else a stout fan, any recommendations?

omega50 · #55 04-06-2018, 01:51 PM

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Originally Posted by riden

I’ve been drinking a fair bit of Big Rocks Scotch Ale lately. It’s 7% but you would never believe it to taste it. It is very smooth with a fantastic flavour

x3

nd4spd · #56 04-06-2018, 04:22 PM

for all you beer guys; I'm putting my Sabco system up for sale; this is an awesome professional system.. I'll have it up in the For Sale Section soon.. complete setup for you guys who want to go bigger than a home brew.

I've been really liking the raspberry beer from Brewsters and their peach is good too. People Skills from Tool Shed is a go to as well.

There is an App "untapped" that you can keep track of everything that you have drank and rate it as well.

abhunter8 · #57 04-09-2018, 08:25 AM

The fiancé and I travelled to Victoria and tried many craft breweries there on our trip, from Victoria to Tofino. This is our new thing. Really enjoyed almost all offerings from Vancouver Island Brewing, unfortunately can't find it for sale in any stores

JonnyBoy0919 · #58 04-10-2018, 05:58 AM

There's a brand new brewery in Sylvan Lake just off Hwy 20 across from Tim Hortons, called Snake Lake. Great bunch of guys that run and own it, awesome environment in the tasting room, and fantastic beers. I particularly like the saison and red ale.

dodger · #59 04-10-2018, 07:11 AM

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Originally Posted by JonnyBoy0919

There's a brand new brewery in Sylvan Lake just off Hwy 20 across from Tim Hortons, called Snake Lake. Great bunch of guys that run and own it, awesome environment in the tasting room, and fantastic beers. I particularly like the saison and red ale.

Boy times are a changing! Every little town and or neighborhood has a small brewery popping up.

I remember going into the liquor store and you had some Labatt's products and some Molson's products to chose from. Plus a couple from the old Calgary Brewery. But the selection was minimal. Now it's a wide open field of flavours from all the micro brewers.

Dodger.