Absomphe Report post Posted February 27, 2015 I don't know of any superlative brandy barrel aged beers that are available, unless you're willing to trade your soul (and it had better be barrel aged, as well) for them. The best seem to come from Cigar City Brewing, which is in Tampa... Hey, wait a minute, doesn't that put it in range for you? Perhaps a road trip is in order. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MASTERPC Report post Posted February 27, 2015 Tampa?? I'll be there for work the week after next. Thanks for the tip. ;^> Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 27, 2015 (edited) I'm truly envious, Cap'n. I just poured a mini snifter of A Deal With The Devil in your honor, although I wish it could have been the impossible to obtain Hunaphu's Double Barrel Aged Imperial Stout from Cigar City. And for me to wish for any beer in my glass over what I'm sipping now, says it all. Edited February 27, 2015 by Absomphe Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted February 27, 2015 Yeah I will have a look. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MASTERPC Report post Posted February 27, 2015 I'll have to see what they have. I'm assuming these are seasonal offerings so prolly won't have much (if anything) there, right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 27, 2015 Well, it is their winter season, too, so you never know. The Double Barrel Aged Hunaphu's Imperial Stout is listed as retired on Beer Advocate, but there are still ratings coming in, and it's currently at a ridiculous 4.76 out of 5. There are also other variants of Hunaphu's, so, who knows, you might just get lucky. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MASTERPC Report post Posted February 27, 2015 I was gonna change my flight from Friday to Saturday the14th but, looks like tickets are sold out for the 2015 release party. http://cigarcitybrewing.com/hunahpus-day/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 27, 2015 Still, even if you miss the party, it means that this year's basic Hunaphu's should definitely be available when you stop by. And, as far as variants go, it certainly wouldn't hurt to ask what might be hiding in a back room. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MASTERPC Report post Posted February 27, 2015 *nods* I like the way you think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted February 28, 2015 (edited) Call me crazy, But I dont taste much difference between the regular offered Old Stock Ale and this $25 a bottle cellar release. Maybe a bit more heat from the 14%abv. Edited February 28, 2015 by greytail Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 28, 2015 I'm sure you won't find that the case with 2011. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted February 28, 2015 I hope so. The 2013 is still good though. Enjoyed every drop. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted March 1, 2015 Tonight one of the few bottles I just scored of the 2011 Brandy barrel aged cellar reserve OLD stock ale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MASTERPC Report post Posted March 1, 2015 Impressive, gt. enjoy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted March 1, 2015 (edited) WOW! I did not believe you Abs. I thought i would be disappointed. The trip for these bottles was so worth it. Lots of brandy notes and awesome dark fruit. Just pure awesome. Is this really beer? Toffee and brandy continue to hit my nose with each sip. If I were blindfolded and were it not for the ever so slight carbonation, I would swear I am drinking a great tawny port. Edited March 1, 2015 by greytail Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted March 1, 2015 Terrapin Hopsecutioner. Gotta love the turtle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted March 1, 2015 WOW! I did not believe you Abs. When it comes to beer, I am (to quote Floki from History Channel's Vikings), I am a trustworthy person. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwun Report post Posted March 1, 2015 With all the buzz about the new L'Ancienne,I couldn't resist the temptation to pour a glass of 2011 L'Ancienne this afternoon. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted March 1, 2015 2014 Great Divide Barrel Aged Hibernation. Nice bourbon entry, followed by chocolate and dark fruity notes with a touch of earthy hoppiness in the finish. Unfortunately, it's on the thin side (probably due to the barrel aging) and not as complex as the non-barrel aged version. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sardonix Report post Posted March 1, 2015 I think Bills fans would like to have Joe Ferguson back, considering the last decade's dearth of quality QBs... Tonight it's Bell's Two-Hearted ale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted March 1, 2015 I think Joe might be a tad long in the tooth, Sardonix, but, what the hell, I'd watch him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted March 1, 2015 Vilya Blanche. Scrumptulescent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Songcatcher Report post Posted March 2, 2015 Lush Life and Texas Green. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sardonix Report post Posted March 2, 2015 Well, Fergy in his heyday, that is, Abs. (Not the Black-Eyed Peas chanteuse, haha) Moved on to a bit of Emperor Norton. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OMG_Bill Report post Posted March 3, 2015 Tonight finds me sipping a local Gin and questionable tonic water. It sort of works.....one poor balances out the other poor. I am living the dream! Cheers! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DanPatrick Report post Posted March 3, 2015 Nyquil. Sick as a dog! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted March 4, 2015 I think any of those charming gentlefolk connected to that brewery should attempt a human testicle beer next. Using their own, of course. Fremont Bourbon Abominable Coffee and Cinnamon Edition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted March 5, 2015 Brandy barrel aged old stock ale Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted March 6, 2015 Ardbeg Uigeadail. Polishing off the bottle. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greytail Report post Posted March 6, 2015 That sounds good Cajun. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
