Craft Beer MAW(Easy Version)

[BGBC]

Still waiting on confirmation from dotjerdot...

Internet sarcasm is the worst, sorry.

 

[absoluthamm]

Been waiting for a chance to throw a maw back at this guy...granted!

I'm pretty sure the two you've got are the two I was contemplating granting with. Have one in the cellar right now just needed to go by the store to get the other.

Let's see if I can grant yours from 15 miles away, I'll just drop it off

 

[jaydog2314]

any of you Chicago suburb guys going to the Chicagoland Brewery Tap Takeover this Thursday:
http://beerhousechicago.com/monthly-events/

 

[D_Nyholm]

What is the best method to mail these out? Has everyone found UPS, usps, or FedEx typically the best price? What about the flat rate boxes from the post office? Do they hold a decent amount?
Another question, to grant you need to have 2 off the list, but I see packages of 6-10 bottles going out. Are those just other beer thrown in or were they all off of the list? I would hate to grant one and not have 6+ beers off the list and have the person on the other end feel like they got taken.

 

[ledhead72486]

any of you Chicago suburb guys going to the Chicagoland Brewery Tap Takeover this Thursday: http://beerhousechicago.com/monthly-events/

May head there yeah. We'll see what time I get off work.

 

[dotJerdot]

Been waiting for a chance to throw a maw back at this guy...granted!

Sorry for the delay, I found a bar last night that had BCBS on tap for $4 a pour, my night ended fairly early :cross:

TheMan is up!

 

[BeerMeDuffMan]

What is the best method to mail these out? Has everyone found UPS, usps, or FedEx typically the best price? What about the flat rate boxes from the post office? Do they hold a decent amount?
Another question, to grant you need to have 2 off the list, but I see packages of 6-10 bottles going out. Are those just other beer thrown in or were they all off of the list? I would hate to grant one and not have 6+ beers off the list and have the person on the other end feel like they got taken.

Don't use USPS. You could go to federal prison for that. And not the white collar resort prison either. In my own experience FedEx is cheaper.
Only two off the list is mandatory, every other bottle you see is just a generous extra those are encouraged but not enforced

 

[BeerMeDuffMan]

My MAW box is out for delivery

 

[RedOktoberfest]

My MAW box is out for delivery

Woo Hoo!!!

 

[TheMan]

Sweet, time for my (hopefully) simple list...really digging brett beers lately and kind of tried all the ones I can buy.

2 brett beers that I cant buy in illinois, check www.seekabrew.com for what I can get. Ive had most of the logsdon and crooked stave offerings as well.

Thats all for now. Ill add more in a bit if needed. Ill be checking online for easy to find brett beers, which will end up being my list.

 

[BeerMeDuffMan]

Woo Hoo!!!

lol I love shipping to CT, that was less then a day.

 

[BeerMeDuffMan]

Sweet, time for my (hopefully) simple list...really digging brett beers lately and kind of tried all the ones I can buy.

2 brett beers that I cant buy in illinois, check www.seekabrew.com for what I can get. Ive had most of the logsdon and crooked stave offerings as well.

Thats all for now. Ill add more in a bit if needed.

This here is a phenomenal idea....just pick a style and let somebody run with it. I like it

 

[Hello]

Sweet, time for my (hopefully) simple list...really digging brett beers lately and kind of tried all the ones I can buy.

2 brett beers that I cant buy in illinois, check www.seekabrew.com for what I can get. Ive had most of the logsdon and crooked stave offerings as well.

Thats all for now. Ill add more in a bit if needed.

Yeah, add more.

 

[absoluthamm]

any of you Chicago suburb guys going to the Chicagoland Brewery Tap Takeover this Thursday:
http://beerhousechicago.com/monthly-events/

I only live a couple miles from there but I've not been yet. I have two Groupons for there though. Planned on going about 4 times, but my one buddy keeps backing out on me at the last minute. Not sure how Thursday looks, but maybe I'll head over.

 

[WesleyS]

What is the best method to mail these out? Has everyone found UPS, usps, or FedEx typically the best price? What about the flat rate boxes from the post office? Do they hold a decent amount?
Another question, to grant you need to have 2 off the list, but I see packages of 6-10 bottles going out. Are those just other beer thrown in or were they all off of the list? I would hate to grant one and not have 6+ beers off the list and have the person on the other end feel like they got taken.

I have used FedEx in the past. They have always seemed to be cheaper than UPS. Whichever one you use, open a free account in their website and you start saving on your first shipment.
But, for the past couple trades, I've used USPS. Don't worry, you're not going to jail by using the post office. Just wrap everything really good and make sure you bag each beer in case there's any leaking. You'd be surprised at how much you can actually cram in the medium and large flat rate boxes. Just don't tell them you're shipping beer. I've never had them ask specifically what's in the box.

 

[BeerMeDuffMan]

I have used FedEx in the past. They have always seemed to be cheaper than UPS. Whichever one you use, open a free account in their website and you start saving on your first shipment.
But, for the past couple trades, I've used USPS. Don't worry, you're not going to jail by using the post office. Just wrap everything really good and make sure you bag each beer in case there's any leaking. You'd be surprised at how much you can actually cram in the medium and large flat rate boxes. Just don't tell them you're shipping beer. I've never had them ask specifically what's in the box.

If they do ask, tell them live yeast samples. You wouldn't be lying

 

[KeyWestBrewing]

I have used FedEx in the past. They have always seemed to be cheaper than UPS. Whichever one you use, open a free account in their website and you start saving on your first shipment.
But, for the past couple trades, I've used USPS. Don't worry, you're not going to jail by using the post office. Just wrap everything really good and make sure you bag each beer in case there's any leaking. You'd be surprised at how much you can actually cram in the medium and large flat rate boxes. Just don't tell them you're shipping beer. I've never had them ask specifically what's in the box.

My first trade on HBT I went to send via UPS and they went through my package after I left the store(well packed mind you) then refused to ship it and made me come back to pick it up. I'll never use them again for anything, period. USPS has never asked me a single question or given me any bit of hassle. If they want to waste money sticking a tax paying homeowner in prison for a few beers they can come get me.

If they do ask, tell them live yeast samples. You wouldn't be lying

Thats actually what I told UPS I was mailing..."live yeast samples", didnt work. If they ask tell them its homemade hot sauce.

 

[BeerMeDuffMan]

My first trade on HBT I went to send via UPS and they went through my package after I left the store(well packed mind you) then refused to ship it and made me come back to pick it up. I'll never use them again for anything, period. USPS has never asked me a single question or given me any bit of hassle. If they want to waste money sticking a tax paying homeowner in prison for a few beers they can come get me.




Thats actually what I told UPS I was mailing..."live yeast samples", didnt work. If they ask tell them its homemade hot sauce.

I heard there was a senator from somewhere who was trying to get a law passed that would allow for beer shipments through USPS. I hope that gets passed.

 

[namyarb3]

I've used usps for over 3 dozen trades. Even had broken bottles on 2 of them. They repacked the box, removed the glass, and delivered the rest. I'm not in federal lockup. Never even contacted.

 

[BeerMeDuffMan]

I've used usps for over 3 dozen trades. Even had broken bottles on 2 of them. They repacked the box, removed the glass, and delivered the rest. I'm not in federal lockup. Never even contacted.

I was scolded harshly by the person at the counter when I had to pick up my first shipment I was told I faced jail time or a hefty fine after a broken bottle.

 

[KeyWestBrewing]

I was scolded harshly by the person at the counter when I had to pick up my first shipment I was told I faced jail time or a hefty fine after a broken bottle.

Thats them trying to scare you. I'm pretty sure whoever scolded you has no authority at all, not much they can do but gripe or report it to a manager who has better things to do with their time.

I heard there was a senator from somewhere who was trying to get a law passed that would allow for beer shipments through USPS. I hope that gets passed.

Ive been hearing that for like 2 years. I'm hoping it will happen but the more time that goes by the more improbable it seems.

 

[TheMan]

This is tough...I found a list of brett beers. But figuring out which are pretty regular shelf beers is more difficult lol

Ill have to add other stuff.

 

[TNGabe]

This is tough...I found a list of brett beers. But figuring out which are pretty regular shelf beers is more difficult lol

Ill have to add other stuff.

Problem here is how good your distro is up there.

 

[TheMan]

Maybe I should open it up to homebrewed brett beers...

 

[TNGabe]

Maybe I should open it up to homebrewed brett beers...

Nah, you'll be getting some of those soon enough anyway.

 

[Johnnyhitch1]

I was scolded harshly by the person at the counter when I had to pick up my first shipment I was told I faced jail time or a hefty fine after a broken bottle.

I would of laughed in her face and told her to get a real job.

This is why I only use package companys like FedEx or UPS

I got a shipment from USPS the other day and it was only till after the a$$hole threw the package on my stoop that he broke a bottle and left a huge puddle of imperial stout right outside my door....thx usps, you guys are the best!

FedEx lady is getting a holiday card with cash, my postman is getting a swift kick to the ass if I ever see him.

 

[TheMan]

Well, here is my list update:

1 brett beer, preferably one I cant buy here. (If you got one that distributes to me, just ask...I will likely be just fine with it anyway haha)

1 saison that I cant get here in Illinois.

Thats a short and simple maw. Brewery doesnt matter, just want stuff I cant get locally.

 

[NuclearRich]

I heard there was a senator from somewhere who was trying to get a law passed that would allow for beer shipments through USPS. I hope that gets passed.

The problem here will be the same as it is currently with fedex and ups. It is officially against policy for fedex and ups. I inquired and the reason being, that to ship alcohol you need a liabilty contract and pay more for the signature of a legal (21+, Identified) adult. The shippers dont want the possibility of engaging in distributing to minors.

 

[poptarts]

12/18/2013 5:46 A.M. Out For Delivery

 

[finsfan]

12/18/2013 5:46 A.M. Out For Delivery

I got the GF on look out already, both boxes will go right into the beer fridge until i get home and can unwrap them!