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  • bbiggsbbiggs Posts: 6,950
    ^ I had one of those last night as well. Still have a couple left luckily. One of the better IPAs I’ve had lately. Delicious. 
  • Glorified KCGlorified KC Posts: 2,669
    This was very good

    I wish I was a sacrifice, but somehow still lived on.
  • BentleyspopBentleyspop Posts: 10,753
    This afternoons  choice coming in at 11.7% ABV 
    Very tasty and not at all boozy.


  • bbiggsbbiggs Posts: 6,950
    ^ you’ll know it if you have a couple of those. 
  • BentleyspopBentleyspop Posts: 10,753
    bbiggs said:
    ^ you’ll know it if you have a couple of those. 
    I know better
    Followed it up with an easy 6.2%
  • lmckenney24lmckenney24 Posts: 1,990
    New hazy IPA from Creature Comforts. Very good.
  • BentleyspopBentleyspop Posts: 10,753
    Tonight's selection..  


  • GlowGirlGlowGirl Posts: 10,887
    I am not a beer drinker but I have been enjoying looking at the can designs. Some are really creative. Do you all have a favorite beer can in terms of the artwork or label?
  • bbiggsbbiggs Posts: 6,950
    MF117973 said:
    I am not a beer drinker but I have been enjoying looking at the can designs. Some are really creative. Do you all have a favorite beer can in terms of the artwork or label?
    A lot of craft breweries have artists that create different artwork for each unique beer. Some are really intricate and creative. I had a beer recently that I couldn’t help but think the artwork was awesome. This one here. It’s from Equilibrium in NY.  The beer is equally good.


  • bbiggsbbiggs Posts: 6,950
    New hazy IPA from Creature Comforts. Very good.
    That one looks really good bud. Does it say what kind of hops were used? Looks like a juice bomb. 
  • lmckenney24lmckenney24 Posts: 1,990
    bbiggs said:
    New hazy IPA from Creature Comforts. Very good.
    That one looks really good bud. Does it say what kind of hops were used? Looks like a juice bomb. 
    Def a juice bomb.
    Australian Galaxy hops. It was really good. Going to get another 4 pk today.
  • GlowGirlGlowGirl Posts: 10,887
    bbiggs said:
    MF117973 said:
    I am not a beer drinker but I have been enjoying looking at the can designs. Some are really creative. Do you all have a favorite beer can in terms of the artwork or label?
    A lot of craft breweries have artists that create different artwork for each unique beer. Some are really intricate and creative. I had a beer recently that I couldn’t help but think the artwork was awesome. This one here. It’s from Equilibrium in NY.  The beer is equally good.


    That is a nice one. So many of these cans are really like works of art. 
  • Jearlpam0925Jearlpam0925 Posts: 17,038
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
  • Weston1283Weston1283 Posts: 4,851
    edited June 2020
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Post edited by Weston1283 on
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  • Jearlpam0925Jearlpam0925 Posts: 17,038
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

  • Indifference71Indifference71 Posts: 14,843
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    I'm not an expert by any means but I have never been disappointed by a Tree House beer.  Mixed cases sounds like a perfect way to go.  Julius and King Julius have been a couple of my favorites from them.  And Haze in the purple can is pretty damn good from what I remember.  Just checked out their website and yeah I'd definitely spend several hundred dollars if I were near there.  But yeah you really can't go wrong with anything from Tree House.  Enjoy.
  • Weston1283Weston1283 Posts: 4,851
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

    Current state of my fridge, Between shipped beers and my last TreeHouse run a few days ago


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    2014: Cincinnati / St. Louis / Tulsa / Lincoln / Detroit / Denver
    2015: New York City
    2016: Ft. Lauderdale / Miami / Jacksonville / Greenville / Hampton / Columbia / Lexington / Philly II / New York City II / Toronto II / Bonnaroo / Telluride / Fenway I / Wrigley I / Wrigley - II / TOTD - Philadelphia, San Francisco
    2017: Ohana Fest (EV)
    2018: Amsterdam I / Amsterdam II / Seattle I / Seattle II / Boston I / Boston II
    2021: Asbury Park / Ohana Encore 1 / Ohana Encore 2
    2022: Phoenix / LA I / LA II / Quebec City / Ottawa / New York City / Camden / Nashville / St. Louis / Denver
    2023: St. Paul II
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  • Weston1283Weston1283 Posts: 4,851
    I would also add...
    I’m not one of these people who thinks any beer more than 2 weeks old is “bad” and “not fresh”

    but with TreeHouse I would say only get a quantity of cans that you can finish in about 3 months.  After that is when I notice they start to turn the corner and not be as good
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    2014: Cincinnati / St. Louis / Tulsa / Lincoln / Detroit / Denver
    2015: New York City
    2016: Ft. Lauderdale / Miami / Jacksonville / Greenville / Hampton / Columbia / Lexington / Philly II / New York City II / Toronto II / Bonnaroo / Telluride / Fenway I / Wrigley I / Wrigley - II / TOTD - Philadelphia, San Francisco
    2017: Ohana Fest (EV)
    2018: Amsterdam I / Amsterdam II / Seattle I / Seattle II / Boston I / Boston II
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  • Jearlpam0925Jearlpam0925 Posts: 17,038
    This has me all very excited.
  • Jearlpam0925Jearlpam0925 Posts: 17,038
    Oh don't worry, beer doesn't last long in my house. I don't have the discipline nor the restraint.
  • lmckenney24lmckenney24 Posts: 1,990
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

    Current state of my fridge, Between shipped beers and my last TreeHouse run a few days ago


    Big fan of Night Shift. I used to go to the old shady warehouse location in Everett. Santilli and The 87 are great as well. 
  • Glorified KCGlorified KC Posts: 2,669
    I was drawn in by the artwork on Pipework's cans.  I haven't been disappointed by any of these.

    I wish I was a sacrifice, but somehow still lived on.
  • BentleyspopBentleyspop Posts: 10,753
    Here are 2 opposites. These breweries are about 8 miles apart in Boulder County. Both make great beer but take differing directions when it comes to label graphics. My friend at Upslope says their hardest decisions are color combos.....


  • Indifference71Indifference71 Posts: 14,843
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

    Current state of my fridge, Between shipped beers and my last TreeHouse run a few days ago


    Oh wow very nice haul you have there!  Very tempted to go on mybeercollectibles and make an order right now.....
  • bbiggsbbiggs Posts: 6,950
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

    Current state of my fridge, Between shipped beers and my last TreeHouse run a few days ago



    Awesome.  Hit me up if a trade for Chicago beer ever interests you. 
  • bbiggsbbiggs Posts: 6,950
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

    Current state of my fridge, Between shipped beers and my last TreeHouse run a few days ago


    Oh wow very nice haul you have there!  Very tempted to go on mybeercollectibles and make an order right now.....
    Seems like $32-$35 plus shipping is the going rate for a basic 4 pack.  I've never had Tree House.  Worth it in your opinion?

  • Indifference71Indifference71 Posts: 14,843
    bbiggs said:
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

    Current state of my fridge, Between shipped beers and my last TreeHouse run a few days ago


    Oh wow very nice haul you have there!  Very tempted to go on mybeercollectibles and make an order right now.....
    Seems like $32-$35 plus shipping is the going rate for a basic 4 pack.  I've never had Tree House.  Worth it in your opinion?

    Hard to say that it is "worth it" since we have so many great breweries in Chicago, but it is some pretty damn good beer.  I usually order at least 2 4 packs when I do it since shipping is so expensive.  It's nice to treat yourself every once in awhile.
  • bbiggsbbiggs Posts: 6,950
    bbiggs said:
    Who's an expert on Tree House? Going up to New Hampshire next weekend and realized it's on the way to where we're going, so it seems like a no-brainer to stop. What should I pick up? Looking at the online store I think I'm gonna go broke buying multiples of their mixed cases.
    Ive had about 150 different TreeHouse beers so I feel confident answering any questions lol

    Next week should be crazy... getting into their 8th anniversary season so be on the lookout for some limited releases

    They have alot of great choices right now for mixes.  Very Green is the all time GOAT for me.  Do whatever you can to get some.  Perfect storm is also available right now which is a top 10 for me.  Spring and all of the Bright/BBBrighttt/Baby Bright series are good but dont fret if you cant snag any.  

    In terms of their rotational beers, id rank them Julius>Alter Ego>Haze>Green>Sap.  

    Another thing is if you're ordering on a Friday or Saturday, the website usually sells out within 5 minutes of opening at 930 am.  They close the online store from 9-930, but sometime between 8-9am you should go on and scout out what you want so you're ready to roll right at 930.

    Well this is convenient and I'm glad you're here, haha...

    Sweet, thanks. Yeah, I was wrestling with leaving from Philly next Sunday at like 4/5am so the kids will still be sleeping for the drive. BUT, that would mean we're passing Charlton, MA at like 9 am and they don't open 'till noon. So F it we're gonna have to make stops anyway and I'm changing my schedule to make this work lol.

    I've been eyeing up these Chef's Choice mixes. Julius is about all I know. Thanks again, I'll make sure to keep an eye out.

    Current state of my fridge, Between shipped beers and my last TreeHouse run a few days ago


    Oh wow very nice haul you have there!  Very tempted to go on mybeercollectibles and make an order right now.....
    Seems like $32-$35 plus shipping is the going rate for a basic 4 pack.  I've never had Tree House.  Worth it in your opinion?

    Hard to say that it is "worth it" since we have so many great breweries in Chicago, but it is some pretty damn good beer.  I usually order at least 2 4 packs when I do it since shipping is so expensive.  It's nice to treat yourself every once in awhile.
    Makes sense.  Like you said, we have no shortage of top quality options here, but every now and then it's cool to try new stuff, especially from breweries that are considered to be the best. 

  • mcgruff10mcgruff10 Posts: 28,483
    edited June 2020
    Wonderful neipa from a local brewery.  I toast this to my bud tbergs!  I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.
    Post edited by mcgruff10 on
    I'll ride the wave where it takes me......
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