Announcing the third (or is it the fourth?) annual Masstoberfest

[the_bird]

I've got to say, I'm starting to get stoked about this gathering. Might steal a couple hours of company time this afternoon and drive over for ingredients. Thinking that I've really been jonesing to brew a dark Belgian-style ale, but since I do not currently have the yeast I'll have to trust in a smack-pack instead of making a starter.

 

[Cape Brewing]

I nitro'd up two kegs a' sweet stout Weds night and am planning on bringing one. We'll see how it is. I tasted it and it seemed ok. I'll check it out tonight maybe now that it should have a carb on it.

Am I bringing my jockey box or not?

 

[the_bird]

I've got a keg of a pretty decent American Amber that I wouldn't mind sharing. I may bring a keg along, or I may just fill a growler or two.

 

[paulthenurse]

You got us a portapotty? Is that Alice's way of saying "you ****s aren't welcome in the house!"?

While you aren't 100% accurate you're not 100% inaccurate either

PTN

 

[paulthenurse]

Am I bringing my jockey box or not?

Please do.

PTN

 

[Hippie]

More to the point, don't be chopping sheet on her brand new counter top without a chopping board 'cause otherwise PTN will be hearing about if for the next several years.

PTN

"and there is a penalty for that?"
"Oh yes, you go to da box, 2 minutes... you, you feel shame."

 

[paulthenurse]

More goodies in todays mail. As promised, Jaybird sent a 15" hinged false bottom that will be a part of the all grain set up. He also included a 12 inch hop stopper that will fit nicely in the bottom of someones brew kettle. I think we can offer that as a separate prize. These are two VERY nice pieces of brewing hardware. I swear by my false bottoms, I have one in both MLT and BK and they are first rate. Boy, with the number of prizes being donated everyone is going to go home with something.

PTN

 

[Mischief_Brewing]

Boy, with the number of prizes being donated everyone is going to go home with something.

PTN

Or some lucky SOB that lives too far away to make it will pay handsomely for shipping for one of those nice items...

 

[beergears]

Any preference between at-Masstoberfest or Paypal entries..?


BTW, I hear Paypal is playing games with some active members - making them "merchants" with special fees. I wonder if this flurry of activity on one single account is going to trigger anything?

 

[frankw]

Any preference between at-Masstoberfest or Paypal entries..?


BTW, I hear Paypal is playing games with some active members - making them "merchants" with special fees. I wonder if this flurry of activity on one single account is going to trigger anything?

Whatever's convenient for you.

I was already set up as a merchant, so no changes there. I'm taking care of the fees. Every penny you guys donate will go to Jeff and his family.

 

[Vermicous]

This sounds like a good time, I think I'll make the trip down. I won't be brewing, so I'd love to get the wine bottled if you think it's possible. I have a floor corker if a second is needed, I really can't remember where the bottlenecks were during the last bottling.

 

[modernlifeisANDY]

I have a little less than a case of my Pumpkinator that I'll be bringing along. I wanted a solid case but I've been drinking it too much, haha. Probably gonna brew up a pale ale tomorrow. If anyone needs anything little from the LHBS let me know and I'll grab it before I head over.

Paul, what time is it cool to head over? If I'm brewing the earlier the better.

 

[homebeerbrewer]

Tangent: anybody attending the Masstoberfast has a used sawzall (or equiv.) for sale...?
(no we are not taking PTn's countertops off!)

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Not the whole thing anyway, just pieces.

 

[yeager1977]

Is Hippie even allowed back in the house, or does he have to stay outside?

He's not even allowed on my street anymore.... Getting stuck under ptns truck at the u2 brew was enough for the asphalt in my neighborhood

 

[PaulTheOriginal]

Hey Yeager,

I called Steve after we spoke on the phone tonight - we're all set with the extract and the hops you need. Now, off to find a recipe...

 

[paulthenurse]

Paul, what time is it cool to head over? If I'm brewing the earlier the better.

FAQ's have all the answers.

PTN

p.s. Anytime after noon.

 

[paulthenurse]

I just had a glass of my Stoughton Sowah. Its wicked pissah. Wicked pissah and wicked sowah. I'm pretty much awarding myself Best Of Show for that brew. You'll understand why tomorrow.

PTN

 

[paulthenurse]

The fire in Bertha is lit.

And so it begins.

PT

 

[the_bird]

Woot!

Sounds like we may have a second Yankee Ingenuity chap coming along. See you noonish tomorrow.

 

[paulthenurse]

Good, Bill got in touch with you?

I'm a regular matchmaker.

PTN

 

[the_bird]

Just now. I don't remember exactly how to get to his house (you think *I* live in the sticks?), so I just sent him a PM asking where I should pick him up.

 

[paulthenurse]

Ya, I thought I was gonna need a passport the last time I headed up his way. Pretty area but good grief its the boonies.

PTN

 

[the_bird]

Oh yeah, that's right, you and the Mrs. came up to that YI session, when Bean got to ride the horse. Almost forgot about that.

 

[paulthenurse]

I went looking for that thread but can't find it. We had some nice pics of the kids on the horse.

PTN

 

[the_bird]

How hard did you look?

 

[Bulls Beers]

I hope you have a great day. I might swing by, not sure yet. I hate to miss your great parties...Cheers.

 

[Jaybird]

More goodies in todays mail. As promised, Jaybird sent a 15" hinged false bottom that will be a part of the all grain set up. He also included a 12 inch hop stopper that will fit nicely in the bottom of someones brew kettle. I think we can offer that as a separate prize. These are two VERY nice pieces of brewing hardware. I swear by my false bottoms, I have one in both MLT and BK and they are first rate. Boy, with the number of prizes being donated everyone is going to go home with something.

PTN

Ohh I am so glad they showed up today!!
Glad I could help... Give my best to the family!!!
PTN You are 1 heck of a good guy to do this my man!!
Cheers
Jay

 

[paulthenurse]

Thanks Jay, it's a pleasure to do this.

So 4 am firebox feed has come and gone. That is the only hard part of cooking a whole hawg. It's awfully dark and quiet at 4M.

Back to bed.

PTN

 

[Hippie]

He's not even allowed on my street anymore.... Getting stuck under ptns truck at the u2 brew was enough for the asphalt in my neighborhood

it being January, and water being splashed at the opening of your garage door were obviously non-factors...

 

[modernlifeisANDY]

Heading over right after I run to the LHBS and grab ingredients for today, see everyone soon!