Cigar City El Catador Club Thread

[RyanG1]

Did you guys have to reenroll in lottery? I thought I was reenetered each time with improved odds but got no notification.

Sounded like people were automatically entered from previous rounds

 

[osnapson]

Did you guys have to reenroll in lottery? I thought I was reenetered each time with improved odds but got no notification.

If you entered the lottery previously there was no need to reenter. It's supposedly weighted as well so that you have a better chance to score a spot each subsequent time (I've had no luck in 2 years now...).

Also, anyone needing a proxy, feel free to hit me up as I'm happy to help out.

 

[coldstorage]

Ok, did anyone who did not win get a "sorry better luck next time" notification? Just trying to figure out if the silence means I did not win or if I was dropped.

 

[chemman141]

Ok, did anyone who did not win get a "sorry better luck next time" notification? Just trying to figure out if the silence means I did not win or if I was dropped.

I didn't get anything, and got an order confirmation when I entered the lottery.

 

[cmgray03]

Ok, did anyone who did not win get a "sorry better luck next time" notification? Just trying to figure out if the silence means I did not win or if I was dropped.

My entry should have carried over just like yours, and I haven't received an email notification either.

I assume the silence means we get to try again for the 6th edition.

 

[osnapson]

Just got the "thanks for your interest, but unfortunately..." email. So if you haven't heard anything, expect that's coming soon.

 

[IndianaJones]

Just got the "thanks for your interest, but unfortunately..." email. So if you haven't heard anything, expect that's coming soon.

If only Cigar City knew how much you already do for their club members.. you'd be an honorary employee at that point

 

[osnapson]

I'm fairly sure with this next round I'm going to need my own express checkout lane. Need to drop by there day-of bottle releases so I don't leave with 4 or 5 cases haha.

 

[RyanG1]

Just got the "thanks for your interest, but unfortunately..." email. So if you haven't heard anything, expect that's coming soon.

oh **** waddup!

It's dat boi Kermie!

I think I have to tag trickytunadicky as part as this meme.

 

[osnapson]

Like my memes old school. None of this frat boy harambe nonsense. Bring back advice dog.

 

[RyanG1]

Like my memes old school.

 

[Dino1]

Need Life is Like

Opened one a few weeks ago.

Not holding up too well....

 

[theMang]

Opened one a few weeks ago.

Not holding up too well....

One of those beers that if stored correctly the entire time, is still really nice. That being said, most were likely stored in 76degree closets, not in a beer fridge, shipped several times throughout the country and is faded at this point.

 

[Dino1]

One of those beers that if stored correctly the entire time, is still really nice. That being said, most were likely stored in 76degree closets, not in a beer fridge, shipped several times throughout the country and is faded at this point.

To the best of my knowledge, 1st or 2nd owner, and stored around 65 year round. Likely some light though (artificial, not actual sun).

 

[theMang]

To the best of my knowledge, 1st or 2nd owner, and stored around 65 year round. Likely some light though (artificial, not actual sun).

How was the one you had recently? You said not too well but was it just faded or oxidized? Just curious.

I opened one a few months back and it was thick and full of cherries and a touch of barrel. Tasted like one of those dark chocolate coverage cherries if you added a couple drops of bourbon to it. Glad it was shared with me.

Even with that said, I wouldn't trade for one at this point given other reviews, including your's.

 

[chongcheesol]

Yeah I want a new batch

 

[HeadytheElder]

Life is Like was a sugary nightmare for me when I had it years ago.

 

[Steve2]

To the best of my knowledge, 1st or 2nd owner, and stored around 65 year round. Likely some light though (artificial, not actual sun).

Just had one a few month back at one of Dr. Bill's things. It was stellar. Assume it was probably ideally cellared.

 

[chongcheesol]

Life is Like was a sugary nightmare for me when I had it years ago.

Not trying to start an argument, but shouldn't a beer that is supposed to represent chocolate covered cherries be sweet?

 

[HeadytheElder]

Not trying to start an argument, but shouldn't a beer that is supposed to represent chocolate covered cherries be sweet?

I guess so. The balance of flavors just wasn't my thing, despite the inspiration.

 

[shelfie]

I had a taste of one earlier this year and it was still good. I also have one in the fridge that has been there since I bought it and plan on drinking it during a holiday share. Fingers crossed because it was easily one of my favorite stouts.

 

[Scalzo]

Not trying to start an argument, but shouldn't a beer that is supposed to represent chocolate covered cherries be sweet?

Dark Chocolate isnt sweet

 

[chongcheesol]

But that gooey cherry sure is

 

[theMang]

Good Gourd Have Mercy is ready for pickup.

Round 5 has begun.

 

[Scalzo]

But that gooey cherry sure is

Not always. they vary. just like every chocolate in a box. Not all cherries are coated in syrup or overly sweet. and not all cherried are the same. I like a nice tart cherry...

It didnt need to be a super sweet interpratation imo.

 

[Carolinabeerguy1]

Do we know what barrels they used? Assuming rum and brandy.

 

[jivex5k1]

Do we know what barrels they used? Assuming rum and brandy.

Gin and Malort

 

[Scalzo]

Tobasco and Oil

 

[Steve2]

https://cigarcitybrewing.com/beer/good-gourd-have-mercy/

Rum and bourbon. I love GGA so this is great news to me.

 

[IndianaJones]

https://cigarcitybrewing.com/beer/good-gourd-have-mercy/

Rum and bourbon. I love GGA so this is great news to me.

Looking forward to people offloading these for a song and a dance "bcuz pumpkin." I'm going to stock up for seasons to come!