Hedonmonkey Report post Posted February 10, 2016 Damn, you two make a girl thirsty. Mmm. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted February 11, 2016 Dale's Pale Ale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Tessier Report post Posted February 12, 2016 Jade V.S. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted February 13, 2016 Deviant Dale's IPA. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 13, 2016 Barrel Aged Narwhal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pt447 Report post Posted February 13, 2016 Finally got my gifted bottle of Pacifique back from my buddy who just moved. Haven't had Pacifique since I gave it to him right when the stuff first came out. Thing is, I have a bottle in "deep storage" that I never opened, so I still get to keep that in reserve! I'm also going to do a bit of the rounds tonight, see what some of my old absinthes are up to, particularly Essai 4, and one of the earliest bottles of Lucid from when it came out! Should Be a fun evening! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hedonmonkey Report post Posted February 13, 2016 I can jump on the 'fun evening' wagon. Upon perusal of a certain cupboard, found the bottom of a bottle of Pacifique quietly waiting to be noticed. Therefore, thusly noticed and to be plundered at will. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 13, 2016 Fremont Coffee Cinnamon Bourbon Abominable 2015. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pt447 Report post Posted February 13, 2016 I can jump on the 'fun evening' wagon. Upon perusal of a certain cupboard, found the bottom of a bottle of Pacifique quietly waiting to be noticed. Therefore, thusly noticed and to be plundered at will. Cheers! I'm louching my first glass right now. Had no recollection of its profile. Instantly surprised at its intense nose after pouring! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hedonmonkey Report post Posted February 14, 2016 Not sure, but I think this glass just might have it going on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pt447 Report post Posted February 14, 2016 The Pacifique was good. Much more mellow than its aroma leads on. Would have benefited from sugar, but I think it'd make a great introductory absinthe! Next up, Doubs Mystique. Going with an "ique" theme I guess... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hedonmonkey Report post Posted February 14, 2016 I'm one of those who just can't do sugar in my absinthe, but those who do are certainly in luck as sugar is in no short supply. I'm just stickin' with the good booze theme. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pt447 Report post Posted February 14, 2016 I'm one of those who just can't do sugar in my absinthe, but those who do are certainly in luck as sugar is in no short supply. I'm just stickin' with the good booze theme. I usually don't use sugar. Although I've always loved trying new absinthe's with and without just to see what happens. Some--at least for me--come alive with sugar. But for the most part I find my favorites, and the best brands, need nothing but a slow, ice-cold drip! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 15, 2016 Barrel Aged Narwhal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Tessier Report post Posted February 16, 2016 Armagnac de Montal 1990, the bottle I opened for our guests in August, on the occasion of our 25th anniversary. Oh well... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 16, 2016 Sounds like a fine vintage, Bob. Glad you're not letting it go to waste. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Songcatcher Report post Posted February 16, 2016 Last evenings Valentine beverage Founders Dark Penance Imperial Black IPA Followed tonight by Old Rasputin, and The Walking Dead. The photo on the Penance makes me wonder, Is that Rasputin's mother? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fingerpickinblue Report post Posted February 16, 2016 Founder's is from my hometown. I understand they sold a major stake in the bidness to some big outfit this past year. So by the rules they are no longer technically considered a craft brewery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Songcatcher Report post Posted February 16, 2016 Funny, I just had finished reading this right before reading your post. Stone Brewing just says no to 'Big Beer' http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/2016/feb/13/craft-beer-stone/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hedonmonkey Report post Posted February 16, 2016 It's a pleasure to see someone not selling out. I'll be keeping the name in mind when I'm stocking the fridge for others. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 16, 2016 Although, perhaps technically, it can still be called a craft brewery, as the fourteenth largest U.S. brewery in the U.S. (out of a record nearly 4200), I think it's a bit bloated to claim that classification. Still, Stone's firm resistance to being acquired by an international behemoth like Inbev is certainly admirable. Courage Imperial Russian Stout today. It was the first, and, while certainly not the best, it's still damn good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfred Jarry Report post Posted February 17, 2016 Meadow of Love. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Tessier Report post Posted February 18, 2016 Verte Suisse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hedonmonkey Report post Posted February 18, 2016 Shot of Solerno. Happy Hump Day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Songcatcher Report post Posted February 18, 2016 Absolutely! Dark Penance...cause I been bad. But I'm not sorry...really. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hedonmonkey Report post Posted February 18, 2016 Well, there's bad and then there's bad. I kinda certain kinds of bad. It's looking like the storm is on for the rest of the afternoon and evening, so I think I'll throw some booze together and watch it blow while getting somewhat 'faced. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fingerpickinblue Report post Posted February 19, 2016 Sometimes simple and classic are just what the doctor ordered. Classic Dry Martini: Broker's gin, Boissiere dry vermouth, Angostura orange bitters, twist. I have no words. It speaks for itself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Alfred Jarry Report post Posted February 19, 2016 Some nitro beers on the night. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Absomphe Report post Posted February 19, 2016 Fremont Coffee Cinnamon Bourbon Abominable 2015. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cajun Magic Report post Posted February 20, 2016 Belhaven Scottish Ale. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
