Beer thread
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@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@nzzp said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@nzzp said in Beer thread:
@MN5 we've argued about panhead before ... they're fine, but I haven't been excited about their brews for a while.
BoneFace is one I"ve had the odd beer from, but hasn't rustled mah jimmies.
Really style dependent; a few years ago my partner and I spent a year drinking two new beers a week as a new years resolution. At the end we'd drunk a shedload of good beer, but figured out we liked a narrow-ish range of IPA/IIPA/hazy (which were only starting then), and good hoppy pilsners. Sours, darks, brown ales, super clean lagers - all nice, but didn't really float our boats.
I suspect our list above reflects that
Panhead does survive a bit based on the Supercharger and Rat Rod to be fair. The rest aren’t that amazing.
and distribution. I drink it at Eden Park when it's available -- so much of a step up on TUI IN A PLASTIC BOTTLE FOR NEARLY 10 BUCKS
yes, I'm shouting.
Westpac do Fortune Favours which is decent and a few options too.
I'm probably overdue a session at Garage Project as well although they are in my opinion the very definition of hit or miss cos of the huge number of beers they produce.
I've just moved to Wellington, and yeah - I definitely need to give the GP taproom a shot (living a 15 minute walk away).
I've already ticked off the Tasting Room, Malthouse, LittleBeerQuarter, Fortune Favors, ParrotDog, Whistling Sisters, Rogue&Vagabond, Fork&Brewer.
I've tended to avoid GP's more experimental shit recently, having fallen into the trap of knowing what is "tried and true", and not wanting to buy takeaways that might be shit when I get home, leaving me forced into drinking filth at best, semi-sober at worst. But sitting in a taproom, I'd probably be more willing to give anything (or rather, everything) a shot. -
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@nzzp said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@nzzp said in Beer thread:
@MN5 we've argued about panhead before ... they're fine, but I haven't been excited about their brews for a while.
BoneFace is one I"ve had the odd beer from, but hasn't rustled mah jimmies.
Really style dependent; a few years ago my partner and I spent a year drinking two new beers a week as a new years resolution. At the end we'd drunk a shedload of good beer, but figured out we liked a narrow-ish range of IPA/IIPA/hazy (which were only starting then), and good hoppy pilsners. Sours, darks, brown ales, super clean lagers - all nice, but didn't really float our boats.
I suspect our list above reflects that
Panhead does survive a bit based on the Supercharger and Rat Rod to be fair. The rest aren’t that amazing.
and distribution. I drink it at Eden Park when it's available -- so much of a step up on TUI IN A PLASTIC BOTTLE FOR NEARLY 10 BUCKS
yes, I'm shouting.
Westpac do Fortune Favours which is decent and a few options too.
I'm probably overdue a session at Garage Project as well although they are in my opinion the very definition of hit or miss cos of the huge number of beers they produce.
I've just moved to Wellington, and yeah - I definitely need to give the GP taproom a shot (living a 15 minute walk away).
I've already ticked off the Tasting Room, Malthouse, LittleBeerQuarter, Fortune Favors, ParrotDog, Whistling Sisters, Rogue&Vagabond, Fork&Brewer.
I've tended to avoid GP's more experimental shit recently, having fallen into the trap of knowing what is "tried and true", and not wanting to buy takeaways that might be shit when I get home, leaving me forced into drinking filth at best, semi-sober at worst. But sitting in a taproom, I'd probably be more willing to give anything (or rather, everything) a shot.The Garage Project taproom is ridiculously narrow, if two big blokes are going in opposite directions it gets awkward.
You've tried a few goodies by the looks, I found Whistling Sisters a bit souless and lacking atmosphere but the rest all have their charms and then some.
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
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@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
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@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
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Panhead is OK because it makes it possible to drink something palatable in a Lion pub.
I've been enjoying Pow Wow Azzaca & Sabro Lupulin IPA from Rhyme and Reason.
Agree with @nzzp's brewery's. Supajuice is one I always end a session with but I would add Behemoth to his list instead of McLeods.
Has anyone noticed prices have increased since COVID. What was $12 for a 400 ml glass is now more like $14. Four quiet beers of an evening is now over $50.
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@dogmeat said in Beer thread:
Panhead is OK because it makes it possible to drink something palatable in a Lion pub.
I've been enjoying Pow Wow Azzaca & Sabro Lupulin IPA from Rhyme and Reason.
Agree with @nzzp's brewery's. Supajuice is one I always end a session with but I would add Behemoth to his list instead of McLeods.
Has anyone noticed prices have increased since COVID. What was $12 for a 400 ml glass is now more like $14. Four quiet beers of an evening is now over $50.
Yeah I met a mate prior to the Canes/Chiefs game at the Thistle. I shouted cos he'd had work troubles over lockdown. $4 change from a 50. It's ridiculous.
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@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
.
I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker. -
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
.
I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.Hot Water Brewing is outstanding. Was there early in the year with my boys and had a tasting tray while they had cokes and we all had Pizzas.
It's bloody hard to keep track of all the beers I've sampled, then there's the whole thing of seeing one that you enjoyed previously in the supermarket and grabbing it only to be disappointed the second time round. Wrong temperature ? better out of a tap ? time of year ? all things to be considered. ....
The Marty brewery is a good spot. Had a few with @NTA there while pointing out that Brad Haddin is a worse person than Hitler. He nodded sagely.
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@MN5 said in Beer thread:
It's bloody hard to keep track of all the beers I've sampled, then there's the whole thing of seeing one that you enjoyed previously in the supermarket and grabbing it only to be disappointed the second time round. Wrong temperature ? better out of a tap ? time of year ? all things to be considered. ....
Yep - even the GP Sep20 I was talking about; incredible fresh from their taproom, and just 'really good' at Peachs a few days later. I wasn't going to drink, but saw it on tap.
Incidentally, has anyone else noticed that lockdowns can make you fat
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@nzzp said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
It's bloody hard to keep track of all the beers I've sampled, then there's the whole thing of seeing one that you enjoyed previously in the supermarket and grabbing it only to be disappointed the second time round. Wrong temperature ? better out of a tap ? time of year ? all things to be considered. ....
Yep - even the GP Sep20 I was talking about; incredible fresh from their taproom, and just 'really good' at Peachs a few days later. I wasn't going to drink, but saw it on tap.
Incidentally, has anyone else noticed that lockdowns can make you fat
I've combined my love of beer with my love of lifting heavy things and been really careful about other vices. So far so good.....
it's probably a good thing that I physically can't drink anywhere near as much beer in a sitting as I could do easily in my 20s. Craft Beers bloat ya like nothing else......
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@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
.
I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.
Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though. -
for those on this side of the ditch, i finally found something decent that comes fro Canberra, this bad boy
Plenty of flavour, but still dangerously sessionable at that 5.7% mark. A real golden colour to it, hops but not overwhelmingly so. Can recommend. Will smash.
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Stone & Wood Pacific Ale is my every day beer, and it's a fucking ripper.
Had one of these the other day, same standard, more flavour, more booze. Felt sessionable, but that hasn't been tested.
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Best selection for range of styles I have been coming across has been at the Fork and Tap in Arrowtown. Usually 4 on the cask and a good dozen or so on tap.
Cargo Brewery down there does a few nice drops too. The brewery out at Gibbston is a great outdoor spot with a ton of room for kids to run around well away from the adults and is a good destination to aim for if you do a bike ride.
They have also taken over the old restaurant at the bottom of the Coronet Peak Road and converted it to a pub.Their 'Old English' is one of the best ESBs I have found in NZ
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@Crucial said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
.
I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.
Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option. -
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
.
I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.
Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option.My mates wife is dropping us out there but fuck knows how we’re getting back.
If I was still on Tinder I’d swipe some Upper Hutt girls but I’m not allowed to now, damn serious relationship....
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@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
.
I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.
Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option.Easy option is train. Little bit slow on a weekend as there aren't any express options running but a short walk from UH station to Brewtown. (Run every 30 mins on a weekend and take 40 minutes). Not bad if you consider it will take 25-30 on your bike.
https://www.metlink.org.nz/assets/Uploads/Route-HVL-MEL-Train-web-June20.pdf -
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
@Kruse said in Beer thread:
@MN5 said in Beer thread:
Give Panhead on Tory Street and Southern X a hoon as well.
@Crucial said in Beer thread:
Hop Garden in Pirie St and Golding's Free Dive are missing off your list @Kruse
Awesome - cheers lads. I knew there was a reason I still logon to read you fluffybunnies ranting about shit. That's this weekend sorted.
I've made it my mission to get a sixer of something from every brewery I pass in my travels for work. So far I've got.....
Mikes
Lads Brewing
Roots
Mothership
Martinborough Brewery
Shining PeakOf these Mikes is by far the best but it does feel good to support these guys cos alot would have struggled over COVID.
.
I came through the 'Naki on my move to Wgtn... and was gutted that Mike's had moved out of their old rural spot. Dropped in for a couple of pints in their new spot in town... but didn't have any room for picking up a sixer (moving house via motorcycle).
They do have some bloody good drops. Although I don't remember the TIPA being so strong... I couldn't really justify having one with being about to get back on the road.Once I get settled into the new job, I might have to consider a bit of a road-trip to see some of those others.
(Actually - did stop off at the Martinborough one, after a day-trip out to Palliser from Carterton... they were alright.)
These breweries really need accommodation, in order to get the most of my willing custom. Hot Water Beach Brewing is fucking awesome - brewery, food, cabins, campsite - all in one place. That's how you make money from this sucker.I didn't know that about Mike's. Might be going that way in a few weeks and was looking forward to stopping at their old location. It was a nice spot.
Not sure if you have been to Brewtown yet but don't expect too much in the way of stuff you haven't already seen. Too me taprooms are where you go to try the experiments, hand pulls or small batches. Only really Panhead have other releases.
The place is great as a destination for some good food (Panhead best) and beer though.I stopped off at Brewtown on my way into town (I kinda zig-zagged across the North Island on my final move down) - but it was a Tuesday when I came through the Hutt, and too early for the places that do open that early in the week for alkies.
I've been considering a weekend trip up there... that's a place that needs some accommodation options... I see they've got a space for motorhomes or other self-contained campers... not sure they'd accept a motorbike with tent tied to it. Maybe I'll look into the public transport option... I've never used Wellington trains, no idea if it's a sensible/reliable/regular option.Easy option is train. Little bit slow on a weekend as there aren't any express options running but a short walk from UH station to Brewtown. (Run every 30 mins on a weekend and take 40 minutes). Not bad if you consider it will take 25-30 on your bike.
https://www.metlink.org.nz/assets/Uploads/Route-HVL-MEL-Train-web-June20.pdfSweet, that timetable is heaps better than I expected... I caught a glimpse of the Wairarapa timetable at somebody's house, and just assumed it was indicative of the entire system... ie: shite.
