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    EvenstevenEvensteven Posts: 868
    I was looking at that Ellies Brown in a can. How is it? What's it like?
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    Mitch8415Mitch8415 Posts: 227
    SolarWorld wrote:
    DFH is way over priced for beer that tastes like wine...

    uh, what?

    Which specific DFH beer are you talking about?
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    BeerBaronBeerBaron Toronto-ish Posts: 4,089
    Mitch8415 wrote:
    SolarWorld wrote:
    DFH is way over priced for beer that tastes like wine...

    uh, what?

    Which specific DFH beer are you talking about?
    Unless he is talking about someting like Fort, I have no clue what he is talking about.

    Although DFH is not in my top 5 or even top 10 breweries, they make some solid beer, including 60 minute, 90 minute, Punkin, Squall and Burton Baton - none of which taste like wine.
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    mcthudmcthud Posts: 366
    I'm a fan of just about any brown ale, but Ellies is more than solid in my book. Only had bottle/draught though. I work for a distributor in Ma and we carry Avery, but only in bottles and kegs. We also carry 21st Amendment which only comes in cans and kegs as far as I know, but I've been less than impressed by anything I've tried from them.

    In regards to the Dogfish tasting like wine, the only thing I can think he may be talking about is the Red & White, which has "red wine of beers" printed on the case.
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    EvenstevenEvensteven Posts: 868
    Anyone else up for emailing DFH.

    Not sure about tasting like wine... Just that red & white.
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    Jearlpam0925Jearlpam0925 Deep South Philly Posts: 16,811
    They're not a big company. I'm sure if you call them, you would be able to get in contact with someone who can make this happen.
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    BB48620BB48620 Posts: 3
    Red & White maybe.
    BeerBaron wrote:
    Mitch8415 wrote:
    SolarWorld wrote:
    DFH is way over priced for beer that tastes like wine...

    uh, what?

    Which specific DFH beer are you talking about?
    Unless he is talking about someting like Fort, I have no clue what he is talking about.

    Although DFH is not in my top 5 or even top 10 breweries, they make some solid beer, including 60 minute, 90 minute, Punkin, Squall and Burton Baton - none of which taste like wine.
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    jrnycjrnyc Posts: 537
    SolarWorld wrote:
    Stone Brewery...
    Stone makes some great stuff! Ruination, sublimely self righteous, Cali-Belgi.
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    BeerBaronBeerBaron Toronto-ish Posts: 4,089
    Jearlpam0925 wrote:
    They're not a big company. I'm sure if you call them, you would be able to get in contact with someone who can make this happen.
    They aren't just going to do this because people like us call or e-mail them. The way to get this done is what Guitarhero27 is doing - get in touch with the 10C first to see if they are interested in the idea.
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    Guitarhero27Guitarhero27 Posts: 2,146
    BeerBaron wrote:
    Jearlpam0925 wrote:
    They're not a big company. I'm sure if you call them, you would be able to get in contact with someone who can make this happen.
    They aren't just going to do this because people like us call or e-mail them. The way to get this done is what Guitarhero27 is doing - get in touch with the 10C first to see if they are interested in the idea.


    Thanks Marcus. Yes. Evensteven - I like your approach and desire, however it's just not as simple as emailing the brewery and telling them it's a good idea to do this.

    Many factors are involved.

    You'll need approval from PJ's camp first and foremost. I've sent them a letter and am awaiting a response.
    Location of the event is LEGALLY important as the brewery MUST be legal/registered/approved in the state that the event is in.

    Existing contracts within the venue site. If it's a Budweiser or Miller sponsored venue...good luck getting any OTHER beer in there.

    Not to mention the time/cost-analysis restraints and whatnot.

    I wish it was as easy as emailing a brewery....but that will do absolutely nothing, it's got to start at the top for so many reasons. I've started at the top - let's hope for the best.
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    EvenstevenEvensteven Posts: 868
    Trust me I know it's not that easy. Emailing or writing both 10C and DFH just plants idea seed. One camp may think it a good idea and contact the othter, both may like it, or neither may like it. That's all I can do and hope for the best...you know, throw the spaghetti against the wall and see what sticks.

    I just thought it would be a good collaboration that maybe neither camp had thought of. And because it's a PJ milestone (20) there may be more of a reason for a pj beer.
    "Mark it 20, Dude."
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    Guitarhero27Guitarhero27 Posts: 2,146
    Evensteven wrote:
    Trust me I know it's not that easy. Emailing or writing both 10C and DFH just plants idea seed. One camp may think it a good idea and contact the othter, both may like it, or neither may like it. That's all I can do and hope for the best...you know, throw the spaghetti against the wall and see what sticks.

    I just thought it would be a good collaboration that maybe neither camp had thought of. And because it's a PJ milestone (20) there may be more of a reason for a pj beer.


    There isn't a brewery out there that can even think about it until the location is announced.
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    EvenstevenEvensteven Posts: 868
    I got some good beer recommendations from this thread.
    "Mark it 20, Dude."
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    adam42381adam42381 Kernersville, NC Posts: 2,505
    Somewhat unrelated, but I'm getting ready to go pick up a 6 pack of Bell's Hopslam that Total Wine is holding for me. I've never had it before so I'm pretty pumped.
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    Guitarhero27Guitarhero27 Posts: 2,146
    adam42381 wrote:
    Somewhat unrelated, but I'm getting ready to go pick up a 6 pack of Bell's Hopslam that Total Wine is holding for me. I've never had it before so I'm pretty pumped.

    I took a 2.5 hour trip the other day for a case and 5L mini-keg.

    Well worth it.
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    Mitch8415Mitch8415 Posts: 227
    As I said... Hopslam is Liquid Gold.

    My corner bar had it on tap for a while last year.
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    RFTCRFTC Posts: 723
    2011 hopslam is supposedly at pliny status from the early feedback, unfortunately i cannot purchase down here in texas. enjoy the brew!
    adam42381 wrote:
    Somewhat unrelated, but I'm getting ready to go pick up a 6 pack of Bell's Hopslam that Total Wine is holding for me. I've never had it before so I'm pretty pumped.
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    homeworkwithheatherhomeworkwithheather Posts: 196
    I would birth my baby in a tub full of Hopslam...only problem is it gives me the worst headache of my life. Worth the $18 fro a six-pack though...looks like I might have to head to Whole Foods soon...
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    poto101poto101 Posts: 392
    Inspired by Dogfish and a few other great microbrews, I started home brewing about a year ago.

    This thread gave me the idea of brewing up a batch for the anniversary festival and handing them out to fans in the parking lot to enjoy while tailgating. I have this vision of 22oz bottles with the PJ20 logo on the bottle. The big question now is what style should I brew?
    It's all happening....

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    BeerBaronBeerBaron Toronto-ish Posts: 4,089
    All this Hopslam talk is making me want to go to the fridge and crack one of mine.

    I would definitely say that fresh 2011 Hopslam compares to Pliny. I think it is better.
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    EvenstevenEvensteven Posts: 868
    After reading this thread I tried Ellies Brown Ale by Avery. It was ok. I prefer Sweet Georgia Brown by Sweetwater.

    Went to Hop City to find Hopslam and they were already out.

    Let's focus here...
    Dogfish Head PJ20 Summerfest Ale... I can already taste it.
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    capthowdy1027capthowdy1027 Posts: 3,270
    I grabbed a 6 pack of Hopslam last night, it was the first time I had it. Aaaaaamzing beer.
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    jrnycjrnyc Posts: 537
    Guitarhero27 wrote:
    adam42381 wrote:
    Somewhat unrelated, but I'm getting ready to go pick up a 6 pack of Bell's Hopslam that Total Wine is holding for me. I've never had it before so I'm pretty pumped.

    I took a 2.5 hour trip the other day for a case and 5L mini-keg.

    Well worth it.

    Nice, what an awesome road trip! That is a long way to go for beer though, especially since you have never had it. How was it ? I think I would go an hour for a beer.

    Will have to keep my eyes open for this one!
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    EvenstevenEvensteven Posts: 868
    Yes tell me why the Hopslam is so good.
    Is it hoppy? What is it similar to? Is it like a double IPA that is easy to drink?
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    Guitarhero27Guitarhero27 Posts: 2,146
    jrnyc wrote:
    Guitarhero27 wrote:
    adam42381 wrote:
    Somewhat unrelated, but I'm getting ready to go pick up a 6 pack of Bell's Hopslam that Total Wine is holding for me. I've never had it before so I'm pretty pumped.

    I took a 2.5 hour trip the other day for a case and 5L mini-keg.

    Well worth it.

    Nice, what an awesome road trip! That is a long way to go for beer though, especially since you have never had it. How was it ? I think I would go an hour for a beer.

    Will have to keep my eyes open for this one!


    Oh I have had it before. I have to go through great lengths each year to get Hopslam as Bells does not distribute to the state of New Jersey. I look forward to how I will be able to get it each year.
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    climb_high_nzclimb_high_nz Posts: 564
    Evensteven wrote:
    Yes tell me why the Hopslam is so good.
    Is it hoppy? What is it similar to? Is it like a double IPA that is easy to drink?

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    AB109209AB109209 Posts: 2
    Drinking Bridgeport Kingpin Red Ale today...

    I'd support their PJ20 ale.
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    afroannnieafroannnie Posts: 12,995
    I went to college not far from Rehobeth where they have a tavern, so I've been drinking dogfish head for years.

    I definitely support a pj/dfh beer...maybe they could call it "immort-ality ale"? :D
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    jrnycjrnyc Posts: 537
    When I went to the Robin Hood benefit show at The Beacon in 2008, I remember they had an eclectic selection of beer. Given the ticket prices the beer was free. Not sure if the band picked out the beer or not, but if they did it could be an indication that the band could be open to something like this.

    Great idea, A Pearl Jam inspired craft beer for 20th anniversary we be awesome!!
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    BentleyspopBentleyspop Craft Beer Brewery, Colorado Posts: 10,570
    jrnyc wrote:
    Guitarhero27 wrote:
    adam42381 wrote:
    Somewhat unrelated, but I'm getting ready to go pick up a 6 pack of Bell's Hopslam that Total Wine is holding for me. I've never had it before so I'm pretty pumped.

    I took a 2.5 hour trip the other day for a case and 5L mini-keg.

    Well worth it.

    Nice, what an awesome road trip! That is a long way to go for beer though, especially since you have never had it. How was it ? I think I would go an hour for a beer.

    Will have to keep my eyes open for this one!

    A 2.5 hour road trip is not very far.
    Especially when you consider I moved 1750 miles to be near all the beer that is brewed in Colorado
    (okay that's not the primary reason but it is in the top 10 reasons to move to Colorado)
    Where I live in Boulder County there are at least 14 breweries and/or brewpubs (including Avery, Twisted Pine, and Oskar Blues) and within an hour probably 25-30 more breweries and brewpubs not including Coors and Bud.
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