johnnyzip84 Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 NIce job, K92 Please add Hofbrau Oktoberfest, Great Lakes Oktoberfest, Warsteiner Lager and Warsteiner Oktoberfest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Please add Hofbrau OktoberfestFunny, I had the Hofbräu Oktoberfestbier at the Beer Market right after the big win last Saturday in Pittsburgh. I told the barmaid that she either pulled the wrong handle or they put the wrong keg in it's spot. I told her it was just HB. She poured one to compare, she was right, I was forced to drink both. I guess I'm just an ignorant american Oktoberfest beer drinker. Even though she didn't seem to mind, I feel I owe her an apology. She also stated I wasn't the first to question the color.For anyone else that didn't know, see the below explanation just incase you go here."There is a huge difference between the German Oktoberfest producers and the American ones. Until scientists linked hard water to brewing techniques and figured out ways to adapt the pH in local water, dear old Munchen was not very good at making pale beers. Traditionally Munich beers are darker and maltier, so the traditional Oktoberfest as it was historically is an Amber-brown lager much like we know in the United States today. In the late 20th century, Munich brewers began to make a paler, crisper beer, possibly as a result of the heat at the festival being too much to drink a heavier, sugary beer. In America, our beers remain darker." 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyzip84 Posted October 3, 2014 Report Share Posted October 3, 2014 Funny, I had the Hofbräu Oktoberfestbier at the Beer Market right after the big win last Saturday in Pittsburgh. I told the barmaid that she either pulled the wrong handle or they put the wrong keg in it's spot. I told her it was just HB. She poured one to compare, she was right, I was forced to drink both. I guess I'm just an ignorant american Oktoberfest beer drinker. Even though she didn't seem to mind, I feel I owe her an apology. She also stated I wasn't the first to question the color.For anyone else that didn't know, see the below explanation just incase you go here."There is a huge difference between the German Oktoberfest producers and the American ones. Until scientists linked hard water to brewing techniques and figured out ways to adapt the pH in local water, dear old Munchen was not very good at making pale beers. Traditionally Munich beers are darker and maltier, so the traditional Oktoberfest as it was historically is an Amber-brown lager much like we know in the United States today. In the late 20th century, Munich brewers began to make a paler, crisper beer, possibly as a result of the heat at the festival being too much to drink a heavier, sugary beer. In America, our beers remain darker." Good info, Dr Z! I wasn't all that enamored with the Hofbrau Oktoberfest - I much preferred the one from Hacker-Pschorr (just enough sweet, caramel aftertaste for me). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 This week's beer:21st Amendment Black in Black5 Vulture Oaxacan Dark AleAnchor Big Leaf MapleAnchor BockAyinger Oktober Fest-MarzenBrew Kettle Black RajahBudweiserCigar City Cubano Style Espresso Brown AleFounders Dark PenanceKalnapilis OriginalMoab Red RyeRochester Mills Cornerstone IPARochester Mills Milkshake StoutSamuel Smith Organic Chocolate StoutSamuel Smith Taddy PorterSierra Nevada OktoberfestSierra Nevada Pale AleSierra Nevada TumblerSierra Nevada Vienna LagerSprecher Beyond BraggotStawskiStone Enjoy by 10-31-14Thirsty Dog Barrel Aged CerberusThirsty Dog Cerasus FlandersThirsty Dog Saison Paw PawVictory Mad King's WeissWestmalle Trappist TripleZywiec PorterFood kudos:I had some delicious blue crab chowdah, shrimp skewers and even enjoyed a shrimp omelette for breakfast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 6, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 6, 2014 Oh. I had some awesome scallops, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyzip84 Posted October 7, 2014 Report Share Posted October 7, 2014 Shiner OktoberfestSouthern Tier Harvest Ale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 14, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 14, 2014 Miami beers:Ommegang Valar MorghulisSchlitzOmmegang HennepinLeft Hand Wake Up DeadCorsendonk PaterGoose Island Madame RoseShipyard Pugsley Smashed PumpkinAleSmith Wee HeavyMcChouffeHoublon ChouffeChimay BleueRBC RiekeweizenGolden PheasantLagunitas Imperial StoutDogfish Head Midas TouchLasko Club ExportDeschutes JubelaleGuinness Blonde5 LizardAffligem BlondNew Belgium TrippelShiner OktoberfestSouthern Tier HarvestForgot to add last week:Thirsty Dog Mug AleThirsty Dog Old LeghumperI had a dental problem arise in the parking lot Saturday morning, so I didn't drink nearly as much beer as usual and didn't eat hardly anything since my tooth was extremely sensitive to heat. Mostly, I held an ice cube in the right side of my mouth to kill the pain. I didn't get to try any chili. Here's to a "normal" tailgate in Athens this Saturday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 15, 2014 Forgot these. . .Allagash TripelMayflower Pale Ale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted October 15, 2014 Report Share Posted October 15, 2014 My mental picture of Keeners computer desk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted October 15, 2014 Report Share Posted October 15, 2014 My mental picture of Keeners computer desk. I would guess that is far off. Real lot niners™ don't drink swill. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2014 Hilltopper,It's nice that you picture my computer area looking like something from the Hoarders TV show. I hope you also pictured my response: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted October 16, 2014 Report Share Posted October 16, 2014 Sorry Keener, I didn't mean to offend you. I just thought it was a silly picture. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 16, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 16, 2014 I know. Just messing with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrship35 Posted October 16, 2014 Report Share Posted October 16, 2014 And then there is the aftermath after a tough game !!! LOL No offense fellas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyzip84 Posted October 16, 2014 Report Share Posted October 16, 2014 And then there is the aftermath after a tough game !!! LOL No offense fellasDrinking or not, that happened after every game coached by Ianello 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltopper Posted October 16, 2014 Report Share Posted October 16, 2014 The only way to be able to watch during the I - hole years was to have a stiff drink before the game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 21, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2014 JZ84, Zipgrad01, Jimmy the Zip, Zips Win! and I claim the following 10/18/14 beers:3 Floyds Broo DooCameron's RPACoronado Orange Avenue WitDark Horse Smells Like a Safety MeetingDuvelEel River PorterFlying Dog The Fear Pumpkin AleGoldstar Dark LagerGreat Lakes Silver & Gold IPLHomestead 1805 IPAHumboldt Brown Hemp AleJackie O's Chomolunga Honey Nut BrownJackie O's O'hooley's Irish StoutJackie O's Oil of AphroditeJackie O's Razz WheatJackie O's Scottish AleMorland Old Golden HenNew Belgium SnapshotSamuel Smith Oatmeal StoutSierra Nevada StoutSouthern Tier Tier De GardeStone Smoked Porter with Chipotle PepperThirsty Dog 12 Dogs of Christmas AleUnibroue La Terrible 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted October 28, 2014 Author Report Share Posted October 28, 2014 First of all let me say that when Ball State says the tailgating lots open 3 hours before the game that's what they mean. We couldn't get in until 11 A.M. When we entered, they parked us at the opposite end as the rest of our fans, so we actually had to exit the lot, go around the block and enter from the other side. Once we finally got through the initial hassle, we had a pretty darn nice tailgate. Ball State had an impressive group of people set up. The best I have ever seen at a MAC game. A lot of them must have stayed in the lot because the crowd in the stadium did not reflect the tailgating action.There was a nice mix of students and alumni comingling with each other. The local radio station was there with their mobile studio broadcasting "Ball State Live". Overall great atmosphere. We were quite impressed and envious.The Beer:3 Floyds Alpha King3 Floyds Gumballhead3 Floyds Moloko3 Floyds Yum YumBoulevard Sixth GlassBoulevard Tank 7Goose Island Christmas Ale (2009)Gouden Carolus NoelOmmegang Scythe & SicklePrairie Birra FarmhouseSchlafly Export IPASierra Nevada BigfootSt. Bernardus Christmas AleSun King Fist Full of Hops RedSun King Wee MacUpland DragonflyUpland Teddy Bear Kisses R.I.S.Watou Tripel 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted November 5, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 5, 2014 I did not arrive until 4:45, but I had a pretty nice abbreviated tailgate last night. First of all, let me say that JZ84 can whip up a mean batch of poutine. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poutine Delicious and much appreciated.Although the beer list was small compared to a Saturday game, the quality could not have been any finer. We had another home brew to try, this one from the brewery "Ol Dirty Basement". Fall Jacket was an English Brown with pumpkin pie spices that was quite tasty. Awesome job brewing your first batch, Heather.My friend Zipgrad01 hooked me up with a crowler of Willoughby's Peanut Butter Cup Coffee Porter. This is one of my favorite beers and it tasted and poured as if we had a keg of it right there in Lot 9. First crowler ever for me. For those unfamiliar: As if that wasn't enough of a treat, I also got the opportunity of a lifetime to try Westvleteren 12. Yes. The beer that has occupied the very top of many best beer lists. It lived up to the hype. I have to thank our friend Shawn for being generous enough to share some with his fellow Zip fans.This is one of the greatest things about following the Zips. The depth of friendships that we have fostered over beer, food and love of the Zips is incredible. Our small community is the most caring, sharing group of people you could ever be around and being able to look back at all the good times we've had will keep you smiling all week. Wouldn't trade my tailgating friends for anything. Thanks to all of you.Epic Big Bad Baptist Imperial StoutGreat Lakes Christmas AleNøgne Ø Special Holiday AleNøgne Ø Winter AleOl Dirty Basement Fall JacketPage 24 - Bière de NoëlThirsty Dog Citra DogTrappist Westvleteren 12VictoriaWilloughby Peanut Butter Cup Coffee Porter 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jrship35 Posted November 6, 2014 Report Share Posted November 6, 2014 Appears I may have to join the crowd next year on some road trips up to see the boy !!!Sounds fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee Adams Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 Sorry Keener, I didn't mean to offend you. I just thought it was a silly picture.Wonder if thats hat size or what? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnyzip84 Posted November 7, 2014 Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 K92 - as a good friend of mine once said, it's so much more fun to prepare food for an appreciative crowd!Please add the following Quebec brews to the list:Unibroue La Fin du MondeUnibroue Don de Dieu (paired well with the poutine) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted November 7, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2014 K92 - as a good friend of mine once said, it's so much more fun to prepare food for an appreciative crowd!Please add the following Quebec brews to the list:Unibroue La Fin du MondeUnibroue Don de Dieu (paired well with the poutine)JZ brings us to 252. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K92 Posted November 20, 2014 Author Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 Beer drinking was a bit of a struggle outside Tuesday, so we took the tailgate across the street. If you haven't checked out The Score yet, you need to. Quite a transformation in there. Everything is new and clean and painted Blue and Gold. I had a cheesesteak and fries and I thought the food was pretty darn tasty. They are poised to take a big bite out of B-Dubs basketball crowd.Black ChristmasClown Shoes Brown AngelDelirium NocturnumEvil Twin I Love You With My StoutJackie O's Mandala IPAMeantime Coffee PorterN'Ice ChouffeOmmegang AdorationPrager DunklesScore BrewShiner Holiday CheerSt. Bernardus TripelYuengling Black & Tan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr Z Posted November 20, 2014 Report Share Posted November 20, 2014 Beer drinking was a bit of a struggle outside Tuesday, so we took the tailgate across the street. If you haven't checked out The Score yet, you need to. Quite a transformation in there. Everything is new and clean and painted Blue and Gold. I had a cheesesteak and fries and I thought the food was pretty darn tasty. They are poised to take a big bite out of B-Dubs basketball crowd.Sounds like good advice. Did they have N'Ice Chouffe on tap? That would be a game changer for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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