Boston area thread

[BeersMorgan]

Has anyone been to Zwanze day at Lord Hobo? Any idea how early we’ll need to show up to get in?

I've been twice. I may be off by a year on these but I think it was 2013 I got there 2 hours or so before opening and got in the initial group when doors opened and got a table. Then 2014 got there the same time and missed by about 30 people, they were doing 1 in 1 out and after another ~90mins I had to leave so I never ended up getting in.

Been at weddings or work for the last 3 though so no idea what it looks like now.

 

[JCastle1]

Has anyone been to Zwanze day at Lord Hobo? Any idea how early we’ll need to show up to get in?

I went in 2013, lined up a couple hours before opening. Extremely packed and sweaty after a while, I did not enjoy it tbh.

 

[Resuin]

Thanks, I’ve heard it’s been crazy in the past. Yeah, first come first serve again this year.

 

[into the white]

LH used to do two tappings of zwanze. The last time (3 yrs ago now) I went much later in the day and got to try everything they had on tap including zwanze itself.

 

[NAPO]

They still don't ticket?

They Haven't hosted a Zwanze in over 2-3 years. Trillium was the host for the past few years.

 

[bearsonacid1]

The last time they hosted I think you had to be in line around 7 or 8am to get in. The early lineup might not be so bad if you weren't stuck in that bar for hours before they tap it at 3. Then you may be thinking, "well at least it's Zwanze day so there's bound to be a stellar tap list," and it's just mediocre AF.

 

[preluderl]

Okay guise, question.

On Thursday, October 25th I'll be darkening the doorstep of this fair city. We'll be driving down from Waterbury and hitting Tree House at opening, and then trekking toward Boston. We have a hotel for the night in Framingham, so I'll bookend the day at Jack's/Springdale. In between, I was considering driving out to Trillium in Canton, but I've been a couple of times and I have the most awesome Trillium mule, so I'm lucky enough that their beers are always easy to come by for me.

So my question is... Suggestions for somewhere in the area to go instead? Or should I just go to Trill because Trill is the thrill and there's no point in trying to resist it?

 

[bearsonacid1]

Okay guise, question.

On Thursday, October 25th I'll be darkening the doorstep of this fair city. We'll be driving down from Waterbury and hitting Tree House at opening, and then trekking toward Boston. We have a hotel for the night in Framingham, so I'll bookend the day at Jack's/Springdale. In between, I was considering driving out to Trillium in Canton, but I've been a couple of times and I have the most awesome Trillium mule, so I'm lucky enough that their beers are always easy to come by for me.

So my question is... Suggestions for somewhere in the area to go instead? Or should I just go to Trill because Trill is the thrill and there's no point in trying to resist it?

In the immediate area is Exhibit A and over a couple towns is Medusa. Both are good breweries. Medusa is more interesting to me because they don't focus on IPAs as much. There's also Armsby Abbey and/or The Dive to the west, that has HF and other good local taps. It's probably the same distance as driving to Trillium.

 

[Jnorton00]

In the immediate area is Exhibit A and over a couple towns is Medusa. Both are good breweries. Medusa is more interesting to me because they don't focus on IPAs as much. There's also Armsby Abbey and/or The Dive to the west, that has HF and other good local taps. It's probably the same distance as driving to Trillium.

Medusa is pretty mediocre I would say.

 

[RuckIt]

Okay guise, question.

On Thursday, October 25th I'll be darkening the doorstep of this fair city. We'll be driving down from Waterbury and hitting Tree House at opening, and then trekking toward Boston. We have a hotel for the night in Framingham, so I'll bookend the day at Jack's/Springdale. In between, I was considering driving out to Trillium in Canton, but I've been a couple of times and I have the most awesome Trillium mule, so I'm lucky enough that their beers are always easy to come by for me.

So my question is... Suggestions for somewhere in the area to go instead? Or should I just go to Trill because Trill is the thrill and there's no point in trying to resist it?

Based on your timeline, I might suggest Armsby after Tree House, and simply post up there for lunch and a few beverages, then head to Exhibit A / Jack's Abby / Springdale. Adding Medusa to that route wouldn't be more than a 10-15 minute detour, and their stuff ranges from mediocre to good.

The alternative, as you mentioned would be to head straight down to Canton, because Trillium. You'd probably get there around 3pm, assuming a stop for lunch after TH. I also assume you're not simply going to get cans and bounce, so you'll be at Trill for a couple hours. At that point you'll be squarely in the middle of rush hour traffic, which will probably add 20-30 minutes onto your return to Framingham. Percival and/or Castle Island aren't far from Trillium if you're looking for ticks (or to kill time), but both are similarly "mediocre to good".

If it was me, I'd go TH - Armsby - Trillium, and post up until after rush hour, assuming I've got a DD.

 

[preluderl]

If it was me, I'd go TH - Armsby - Trillium, and post up until after rush hour, assuming I've got a DD.

This is kinda what I'm leaning toward and yeah, my wife is on the trip and will likely drive that stretch. I'm more of the get shithammered at the brewery guy where she's more of the let me see what I can take back to the hotel to get shithammered there variety.

Thanks for the info!

 

[bearsonacid1]

Medusa is pretty mediocre I would say.

I didn't drink their beers often but I remember some decent ones. They can be hit or miss and kind of settle out as average but I'm glad they don't rest on being another IPA brewery - even though Laser Cat is probably their most popular beer

 

[KevinC1]

This is kinda what I'm leaning toward and yeah, my wife is on the trip and will likely drive that stretch. I'm more of the get shithammered at the brewery guy where she's more of the let me see what I can take back to the hotel to get shithammered there variety.

Thanks for the info!

I think I owe you some beers, so meet at Trillium?

 

[preluderl]

I think I owe you some beers, so meet at Trillium?

You owe me beers? Hot damn!

 

[KevinC1]

You owe me beers? Hot damn!

Probably, for the pickup awhile ago.

 

[BeersMorgan]

Has anyone come across Curmudgeons Better Half around Boston? I've been looking but haven't had any luck

 

[Auror]

Has anyone come across Curmudgeons Better Half around Boston? I've been looking but haven't had any luck

Seems like most of the deliveries I've seen have been north and west of the city/at Wegman's..

New Hampshire isn't getting it until Mid October, so who knows.

 

[DBA]

Has anyone come across Curmudgeons Better Half around Boston? I've been looking but haven't had any luck

Westwood Wegmans had a fair amount of it early this past week. Only place I've seen it.

 

[BeersMorgan]

Westwood Wegmans had a fair amount of it early this past week. Only place I've seen it.

Perfect, that's on my way home from work, thanks!

 

[ohnos]

Anyone at LH for zwanze today? Hoping to swing by a bit later on today but unsure of how shitshow-y it will be.

 

[benchpressured]

Hey guys!

On October 26th, we'll be in Boston hosting the Spooky Brews Craft Beer Festival. It's an unlimited pour, one-night-only fest from 7pm to 11pm at the Cyclorama. The brewery list is posted below. Hope some of you can swing by and say hi!

1. Aslin Beer Company
2. Barrel Culture Brewing and Blending
3. Barreled Souls Brewing
4. Equilibrium Brewing
5. Finback Brewery
6. Fox Farm Brewery
7. Horus Aged Ales
8. Hoof Hearted Brewing
9. Interboro Spirits and Ales
10. Lamplighter Brewing Co.
11. Mast Landing Brewing Company
12. Mikerphone Brewing
13. Mystic Brewery
14. New Park Brewing
15. Night Shift Brewing
16. Outer Range Brewing Company
17. Pueblo Vida Brewing
18. Pure Project Brewing
19. Resident Culture Brewing Company
20. Southern Grist Brewing Company
21. Superstition Meadery
22. Threes Brewing
23. Triple Crossing Brewing
24. TRVE Brewing Company
25. Twin Elephant Brewing Company
26. Vitamin Sea Brewing
27. Widowmaker Brewing

More info can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hop-culture-presents-spooky-brews-boston-tickets-47996886981

 

[jeblikesbeer]

Friends where might I find a foam wine shipper around the Redding area?

 

[Resuin]

The new Trillium restaurant is open now by the way, 11-11 every day. Retail is now sold from the new location. I had the burger and it was amazing. Technically they are in the “soft” opening period until October 29th. All staff was overly courteous and helpful. Off to a great start.

 

[tikk]

The new Trillium restaurant is open now by the way, 11-11 every day. Retail is now sold from the new location. I had the burger and it was amazing. Technically they are in the “soft” opening period until October 29th. All staff was overly courteous and helpful. Off to a great start.

I'm very excited to see the new space and try some good food. I am sad to see them close up the OG location though.

 

[Resuin]

I'm very excited to see the new space and try some good food. I am sad to see them close up the OG location though.

Yeah. I’ve been going to that original spot since the week they opened. I walk by it every day and usually went a couple times per week. Will be different for sure. I’m glad they kept the location close. The new place is a lot nicer though haha.

 

[bramsdell]

Is the Trillium Greenway open this weekend?

 

[Resuin]

Is the Trillium Greenway open this weekend?

Yeah, last day is 10/28.

 

[tehzachatak]

Oh I didn't realize they closed the old fort point spot

 

[jeblikesbeer]

Also is there a spot by trial that would
Have wine shippers

 

[Resuin]

Are there any good beer stores in Boston that sell singles (aka you can break up 6 packs)?