Lambic Discussion Thread

[matedog]

I don't think so, especially because it's basically a glorified crawlspace. Every place I looked at had something similar, and I've seen listings that have things that are closer to real basements.

My previous place in SF had a storage unit that was half underground. It worked really well and was fairly stable. The new place doesn't have anything more than a standard crawl space. I freaked out pretty bad during last week's heat. I really need to get that beer fridge.

 

[tosh1]

My previous place in SF had a storage unit that was half underground. It worked really well and was fairly stable. The new place doesn't have anything more than a standard crawl space. I freaked out pretty bad during last week's heat. I really need to get that beer fridge.

Last place we had, and this current one both have below ground 'basements' which has been great. We shall see if the next place has anything useable, or if it is back to a fridge in the garage for me.

 

[Juan Gueuzeman]

http://drinkbelgianbeer.com/breweries/cantillons-bomb-shelter-cellar

So much lambic

 

[Stevedore1]

I just got a damn woody from seeing that. I think its going to last through the weekend. And yes, I'm a physician and I know I should probably consult help after 4 hours. But dat lambic bro!

 

[Brez071]

I just got a damn woody from seeing that. I think its going to last through the weekend. And yes, I'm a physician and I know I should probably consult help after 4 hours. But dat lambic bro!

Seriously. These last couple of pages should be tagged with a giant **** sign

 

[callmemickey]

Opened bottles from 2008 geuze from each of the major lambic producers last night. General consensus was:

1. Drie Fonteinen Oude Geuze
2. Girardin 1882
3. Cantillon Classic
4. Hanssens Oude Gueuze
5. Oud Beersel Oude Geuze Vielle
6. Boon Oude Geuze

 

[OnryAndMean]

Opened bottles from 2008 geuze from each of the major lambic producers last night. General consensus was:

1. Drie Fonteinen Oude Geuze
2. Girardin 1882
3. Cantillon Classic
4. Hanssens Oude Gueuze
5. Oud Beersel Oude Geuze Vielle
6. Boon Oude Geuze

I know I'm beating a dead horse here, but how could you date the Hanssens to 2008? I have a couple bottles that I have no idea how old they are

 

[ASUBeer]

Not lambic related , but I don't feel like starting a thread. Does Fantome Saison (regular one) sit on Shelves anywhere? We haven't had Fantome around here for a years and I'm trying to figure out if I need to order some from belgium or not.

 

[falc0n26001]

Not lambic related , but I don't feel like starting a thread. Does Fantome Saison (regular one) sit on Shelves anywhere? We haven't had Fantome around here for a years and I'm trying to figure out if I need to order some from belgium or not.

Northern California just got a bunch. Not sure if it's gone yet but a lot of places charge $30 so it tends to sit for at least a bit.

 

[Pneill3161]

Used to see them all over NJ on the shelves for about $15 and below. Not sure if that ship has sailed yet .

 

[ASUBeer]

Northern California just got a bunch. Not sure if it's gone yet but a lot of places charge $30 so it tends to sit for at least a bit.

$30

Used to see them all over NJ on the shelves for about $15 and below. Not sure if that ship has sailed yet .

That is around the price point I remember.

Thanks for the feedback. Guess I'll throw up an ISO and see what happens. Just wasn't sure how easy or hard they'd be to trade for.

 

[GuisseppeFranco]

Not lambic related , but I don't feel like starting a thread. Does Fantome Saison (regular one) sit on Shelves anywhere? We haven't had Fantome around here for a years and I'm trying to figure out if I need to order some from belgium or not.

I think I have it available by me. If it's there like I think, want me to grab you some?

 

[ASUBeer]

I think I have it available by me. If it's there like I think, want me to grab you some?

That would be great if it's possible. I'll shoot you a BM.

 

[callmemickey]

I know I'm beating a dead horse here, but how could you date the Hanssens to 2008? I have a couple bottles that I have no idea how old they are

They've been in my possession since they arrived at the distributor from back in the day. So I know with complete certainty that they are at least that old, and not likely much older.

 

[Michigan1]

.snip.

Pssssttt.... I've summoned you.

http://www.talkbeer.com/community/threads/official-hauls-thread.126/page-257#post-263225

 

[callmemickey]

Pssssttt.... I've summoned you.

http://www.talkbeer.com/community/threads/official-hauls-thread.126/page-257#post-263225

Two bottles yesterday!

2003 cork Cantillon Kriek. $12 (yeah). Not sure if there's any significance to "A SPECIAL VINTAGE BOTTLING" on the back. callmemickey??

Just the generic back label that Shelton Brothers uses.

 

[GetchaPull]

Not lambic related , but I don't feel like starting a thread. Does Fantome Saison (regular one) sit on Shelves anywhere? We haven't had Fantome around here for a years and I'm trying to figure out if I need to order some from belgium or not.

Picked up a bunch about a month ago near Tampa ($13/per), but were from an old batch. Band-aids. So it might be worth ordering some since US distro lags in comparison.

 

[BTB Mug Club]

Fantome's are a crap shoot on quality. They have serious infection issues. Had too many band aid saisons to drop cash on them anymore.

Had my first Hansenns goozie. Can't believe I never tried that before. Quality.

 

[Dsal891]

Fantome's are a crap shoot on quality. They have serious infection issues. Had too many band aid saisons to drop cash on them anymore.

Had my first Hansenns goozie. Can't believe I never tried that before. Quality.

Had my first one about 2 months ago. Really awesome stuff!

 

[Michigan1]

Fantome's are a crap shoot on quality. They have serious infection issues. Had too many band aid saisons to drop cash on them anymore.

We've been through this before. Please check out danyP's AMA http://www.talkbeer.com/community/threads/dany-prignon-fantome.5906/

 

[BTB Mug Club]

We've been through this before. Please check out danyP's AMA http://www.talkbeer.com/community/threads/dany-prignon-fantome.5906/

Interesting, thanks for the link. I'll take him at his word regarding the equipment. Tasting group still had to drain pour some Fantome de Noel (2013) earlier this year so I would hope that was just a one-off 'tragedy'. I love there stuff...so I'll have to revist.

 

[SeaWatchman]

We've been through this before. Please check out danyP's AMA http://www.talkbeer.com/community/threads/dany-prignon-fantome.5906/

I want Cantillon and Fantome to make a collaboration.

So. *******. badly.

 

[jmarce]

I want Cantillon and Fantome to make a collaboration.

So. *******. badly.

Duchessic but with Fantome Saison? I'll take a pallet, please, danyP

 

[duketheredeemer]

I want Cantillon and Fantome to make a collaboration.

So. *******. badly.

Fantillome?

 

[bramsdell]

I want Cantillon and Fantome to make a collaboration.

So. *******. badly.

So funk. Much rustic.

 

[PurityControl88]

So funk. Much rustic.

WOW

 

[Dunt1]

I want Cantillon and Fantome to make a collaboration.

So. *******. badly.

Heads will asplode

 

[danyP]

Fantome's are a crap shoot on quality. They have serious infection issues. Had too many band aid saisons to drop cash on them anymore.

Had my first Hansenns goozie. Can't believe I never tried that before. Quality.

well.. ??? you have had so bad fantome ???

 

[BTB Mug Club]

well.. ??? you have had so bad fantome ???

See my other post above. Another poster kindly linked your AMA conversation where you cited the equipment problems. This explains a lot. I have had a few bad bottles over the years though...which a few occurred during the 2013 time frame you mentioned That being said, I very much enjoy your beer! Cheers!

 

[Dsal891]