Buffalo NY group buy?

[tagz]

Anyone have any experience with avangard malz? It's a pretty nice price, I may try out a sack.

 

[pmichael]

Whereas most group buys are driven by arriving at the magic number of 40 bags in order to make a full pallet, this one is a bit different.

Next shop order goes in a few days after March 15. I'd like to cut off for the first order on March 15 so we can do bookwork and get this in with the regular order. If there is enough interest immediately after, we could theoretically have another group purchase the following month or the month thereafter.

Thing is, to make this worthwhile, need to have some real interest, not a bag or two. At this point, despite a fair amount of expressed interest, I've received only one actual order in the mail.

So please take a look and if you or others you know in the area have an interest in getting in on a purchase, PM me and I'll send you the mail-to address for order and payment.

Even if response is not sufficient to sustain this as a group-buy method, we will honor all orders for this first go-round, so any of you who have sent in orders, rest assured that your order will be processed and grain ordered.

 

[jdomres]

I am hoping to do a buffalo based buy towards the end of March if we have interest. Once the brewery is open we can add on to the brewery's order.


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[orangemen5]

[Q UOTE=jdomres;5937529]I am hoping to do a buffalo based buy towards the end of March if we have interest. Once the brewery is open we can add on to the brewery's order.


I'll be ready for some grain by the end of march. So I'm in. Thanks.

 

[pmichael]

I am hoping to do a buffalo based buy towards the end of March if we have interest. Once the brewery is open we can add on to the brewery's order.


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This being the case, I won't pursue this through Dunkirk Homebrew supply past this first purchase.

Anyone who wants grain through this purchase, please order before 3/15.

The grain will be on hand before the end of March.

 

[ErieShores]

I'm in if that's OK with everyone.

 

[jdomres]

I am open to what ever the group is interested in doing!


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[ErieShores]

I've never been in on a group but before, so I'm not sure how it works. I work downtown but live in the Southtowns, I'll bring money in advance wherever it needs to be.

 

[pmichael]

I've never been in on a group but before, so I'm not sure how it works. I work downtown but live in the Southtowns, I'll bring money in advance wherever it needs to be.

You are more than welcome, I'm sure, in any of the group purchases.

There is one taking place right now. Look back a few messages on this thread (message 167) to read about it and find the link to the grain list with prices. If you want grain before the end of March, I suggest you get on board with this buy. PM me for info on how to order after you have reviewed the grain list and if you want to get on board with this buy.

Ongoing, it there will be other group buys handled in different ways and it sounds like another will be getting set up around the end of March, so you can always wait for that one.

 

[jdomres]

Anyone looking for grain storage bins I have 3 extra ones. Looking to get what I have in $35 each $80 for 3 call or txt. 716-867-0576 these are food grade


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[mjap52]

John, what's your brewery called? Is it one of the one's we've been hearing about in the pipeline?

 

[Rich_F]

When you guys get this group buy organized let me know. I'd be in for 4 sacks of 2 row

 

[racin_ny]

"Whereas most group buys are driven by arriving at the magic number of 40 bags in order to make a full pallet, this one is a bit different.

Next shop order goes in a few days after March 15. I'd like to cut off for the first order on March 15 so we can do bookwork and get this in with the regular order. If there is enough interest immediately after, we could theoretically have another group purchase the following month or the month thereafter.

Thing is, to make this worthwhile, need to have some real interest, not a bag or two. At this point, despite a fair amount of expressed interest, I've received only one actual order in the mail.

So please take a look and if you or others you know in the area have an interest in getting in on a purchase, PM me and I'll send you the mail-to address for order and payment.

Even if response is not sufficient to sustain this as a group-buy method, we will honor all orders for this first go-round, so any of you who have sent in orders, rest assured that your order will be processed and grain ordered."

It is organized PM pmichael with your order

 

[pmichael]

Thanks, racin_ny.

I have received only two actual orders with payment. The order will be put in later next week and the grains should be here two weeks from now, for those who have ordered.

Anyone else who wants to get in, it needs to happen quickly. I had hoped for a cut-off date of 3/15, but I can get in any orders I receive by Wednesday 3/19. Perhaps even Thursday 3/20. Orders I receive after that date will be too late.

Since there is such little interest, I won't continue with this effort. It sounds like John will be a very good source for grain, particularly when the brewery is underway, so that is how I would suggest future group buys for Buffalo area.

Keep Dunkirk Homebrew Supply in mind for future needs and special orders! It's a fun place to hang, brew and sample, too. Again, I am not the proprietor, just a friend of the store. It isn't too far away to visit.

 

[b-boy]

I thought there would be much more interest. Probably has to do with the time of year. A lot less brewing going on this winter - myself included.

Thanks for setting this up!

 

[pmichael]

For those who still might be interested

Here is the grain and price list for the March, 2014 Buffalo area group grain buy.

I'll be taking this list down after this grain buy, so the link is only helpful for the coming few days. If things change in the future and there is a need to support another group grain buy from the Dunkirk Homebrew Supply shop, I can update the page and make the list public once again.

 

[pmichael]

The orders have been processed and grains will be here probably in a week, two weeks at most.

The grains by bag are still listed at http://www.dunkirkhomebrew.com though I've removed price and availability information. You can call the shop and see what he'll do for one or a few bags. Tell him you saw the link to the site on homebrewtalk.com in the Buffalo bulk grain buy forum.

Here's to the next successful batch ...

 

[tagz]

I am hoping to do a buffalo based buy towards the end of March if we have interest. Once the brewery is open we can add on to the brewery's order.


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Hey John. Hope all is well. How are things looking for a march/April buy?

 

[allentwnguy]

Hopefully with in a week or so I will finally have a geared JSP malt mill! I would most definitely be interest in getting a couple of bags of 2-row minimum. I looked over the Dunkirk offerings and now that my brew list has solidified I know what my inventory needs to be. I hope there is another group effort. It is rough in Buffalo, I've been here for just over 10 years and it seems like it is the land of good intentions without a lot of follow through. I'm subscribing and hoping.

 

[b-boy]

I picked up my grain in Dunkirk. Very nice people. I wish they were closer to me. I'd throw them a lot of my business.


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[tagz]

I picked up my grain in Dunkirk. Very nice people. I wish they were closer to me. I'd throw them a lot of my business.


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Good to hear. The distance was the only thing that caused me to hesitate. People seem to be raving about that avantgard malt. I'm definitely curious.

 

[orangemen5]

Haven't seen any action in this thread in a while. Whats everyone doing for grain these days ?

 

[tagz]

Niagara Tradition is having a 10% off sale on Sat. They are also stocking Avangard pils for $55 (introductory price). So you could grab a 55lb sack for 50.

Other than that, I've been buying 10lb sacks at consumers for $13.99.

 

[b-boy]

Niagara Tradition is having a 10% off sale on Sat. They are also stocking Avangard pils for $55 (introductory price). So you could grab a 55lb sack for 50.

Other than that, I've been buying 10lb sacks at consumers for $13.99.

I was just there today. I picked up a sack of Pearl and some bulk hops. Their prices are pretty good, especially with the discount.

 

[SupervisingChildren]

I was just there today. I picked up a sack of Pearl and some bulk hops. Their prices are pretty good, especially with the discount.

Yeah, I'd have to agree. I usually go there and love the customer service. Usually only get to go on Saturday (with the kids) but I always get input when I need some help.

Do all you guys have your own mills? I want to make the transition to AG and would like some input on what you use.

 

[gestalt162]

Yeah, I'd have to agree. I usually go there and love the customer service. Usually only get to go on Saturday (with the kids) but I always get input when I need some help.

Do all you guys have your own mills? I want to make the transition to AG and would like some input on what you use.

I got a Barley Crusher recently, and have been using it for the past couple batches, and love it. For a long time, I was using a Corona milling station I put together. That milling station is collecting dust right now, I'd be willing to part with it if you're interested.

 

[b-boy]

I have a barley crusher. It's about 3 years old. No complaints so far.

 

[allentwnguy]

I find the prices at Niagara on equipment fairly good, I got my mill/carboys etc there, but on grains I think they are a bit high. Esp if you're not buying a bulk sack. I can't wait to see Kegworks' set up and prices, but if the prices on ingrediants are anything like their equipment prices.......

I would love to buy grains locally but is is so much cheaper to buy from MoreBeer and have it delivered for free. I usually order one or two batches of beers worth and it is just over the threshold for free shipping. 10lbs of 2 row is like 11 bucks. And with the new warehouse in Pittsburgh it's sometimes here the next morning if you order early in the day.

I still would like to see a bulk buy but I guess they are done towards the end of winter in anticipation of brewing for the summer season.

 

[tagz]

I grabbed a sack of the avangard on sat. 55lbs for $50 after the discount. It's no grain buy, buts it's nice to have some bulk base malt again.

 

[tagz]

I've been tossing around the idea of grabbing the AIH deal on 2.5 gallon kegs. Works out to about 35 a keg when you buy 4. Anyone interested in going in on something like that?