Philly Area Thread

[user 305778]

Any comments on the Crime and Punishment beers from the Brew Fair this weekend? Was going to go, but didn't make the time for it.

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

Any comments on the Crime and Punishment beers from the Brew Fair this weekend? Was going to go, but didn't make the time for it.

I was only there for 100 IBUS For Life IPA. And the pale ale.
The IPA I thought was fantastic and the brewer seemed very proud of it. They used some new NZ hop strains and dry hopped on Cascade? I think he said. Very juicy and clean. I liked.
The pale ale was a bit meh IMHO only because I think (at least tasted like) they used a Belgian yeast strain which I'm not a big fan of in IPAs or Pale Ales. It would prob have been good to someone that likes that sort of thing though. So maybe im biased



At their previous event a month ago or so they tapped a fantastic sour apple beer. I want that constantly.

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

Also a bit pissed that MM Partners kept advertising the event as 14oz pours but everyone ended up getting 12oz plastic cups. Not cool on their end especially since beers were a little over $5 each.

MM never responded to my comment about that.

 

[user 305778]

I was only there for 100 IBUS For Life IPA. And the pale ale.
The IPA I thought was fantastic and the brewer seemed very proud of it. They used some new NZ hop strains and dry hopped on Cascade? I think he said. Very juicy and clean. I liked.
The pale ale was a bit meh IMHO only because I think (at least tasted like) they used a Belgian yeast strain which I'm not a big fan of in IPAs or Pale Ales. It would prob have been good to someone that likes that sort of thing though. So maybe im biased

Good to know at least one was good. Any updates on their opening date?

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

Good to know at least one was good. Any updates on their opening date?

"very soon"
I know they got the last if their equipment installed this past weekend.
I'm guessing in the next month.

 

[user 305778]

Cool. Hoping it's before Thanksgiving and I can try a little. Would be easier to just walk there for a growler rather than driving all the way to Tired Hands again.

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

Cool. Hoping it's before Thanksgiving and I can try a little. Would be easier to just walk there for a growler rather than driving all the way to Tired Hands again.

Amen. I hear ya. 2 blocks away is grand. You in the mug club?

 

[user 305778]

Amen. I hear ya. 2 blocks away is grand. You in the mug club?

No we didn't feel like putting out the money at the moment. Figured the Tired Hands club would be starting some time soon so waiting for that.

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

No we didn't feel like putting out the money at the moment. Figured the Tired Hands club would be starting some time soon so waiting for that.

...are we guaranteed re-entry?

 

[user 305778]

...are we guaranteed re-entry?

No idea. I'm just hoping. Haven't heard anything specific honestly just some comments a lot of months ago now.

edit: I just miss getting bottles without the hassle. Closed my gift card in like May or June at this point.

 

[chaggy5]

Any philly bros around now? Just getting in on Amtrak and staying over near the navy yard. Havent been here before and nothing to do til meeting with a client tomorrow morning. Brought some bottles with me. mdillon86 might be around later. Send me a message if anyones up for a beer.

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

Any philly bros around now?

Erm. Philly gals need not qualify?

 

[chaggy5]

Erm. Philly gals need not qualify?

Totally qualify, sorry!

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

I'm around tonight. And already know Michael. Can't be out late though

 

[dbawdbawdbaw]

http://www.monkscafe.com/events.cfm
FFaC saturday

 

[demmons]

http://www.monkscafe.com/events.cfm
FFaC saturday

Lets ride.

 

[buzzword]

http://www.monkscafe.com/events.cfm
FFaC saturday

I'm in town from SF - probably see you fine folks there!

 

[xnicknj]

I'm in town from SF - probably see you fine folks there!

Dont dress warm!

 

[buzzword]

Dont dress warm!

I'm already in line.

 

[demmons]

Glad I waited until about midnight to hit Monk's last night. FFAC was still on tap and the joint was basically empty.
Got pours of Temptation and FFAC and was on my merry ol way.

 

[buzzword]

wow, that's rude - good thing my in-person interactions with philly people weren't full of douchelords.









PS: GFY.

 

[Thoreau Like A Girl]

Glad I waited until about midnight to hit Monk's last night. FFAC was still on tap and the joint was basically empty.
Got pours of Temptation and FFAC and was on my merry ol way.

D'oh. I tried to go around 8pm because I was in the area but gave up after 10mins of trying to find parking. Patience, I do not have.

 

[user 306926]

Hey fellers, in town for work on the 11th. Planning to have a couple pints at Monk's Pub (tourist, got to).
If anyone is nearby and wants to talk **** about Michigan over a beer hit me up.

Cheers!

 

[Michigan1]

Hey fellers, in town for work on the 11th. Planning to have a couple pints at Monk's Pub (tourist, got to).
If anyone is nearby and wants to talk **** about Michigan over a beer hit me up.

Cheers!

 

[user 306926]

Aww, honey. You know I just tag you to get your attention, right?


Sincerely,
Lonely in Canada

 

[user 306926]

Also, bottle shop recommendations if staying downtown?

Next day staying out near Malvern. Recommendations out that way would be also appreciated (bottle shop or bar/pub). Thanks fellas.

 

[Pneill3161]

Also, bottle shop recommendations if staying downtown?

Next day staying out near Malvern. Recommendations out that way would be also appreciated (bottle shop or bar/pub). Thanks fellas.

TJ's
Whole foods Malvern
Teresa's next door

 

[Max]

Also, bottle shop recommendations if staying downtown?

Next day staying out near Malvern. Recommendations out that way would be also appreciated (bottle shop or bar/pub). Thanks fellas.

where downtown are you staying? there's PLENTY of options. phillytapfinder.com is probably your best resource.

 

[user 306926]

where downtown are you staying? there's PLENTY of options. phillytapfinder.com is probably your best resource.

Near Rittenhouse.
Since I've never been to Monk's its a must stop. Bar flys gotta tick. Even if its just one.

Thanks for phillytapfinder. Already a huge help.

Thoughts on Tria?

 

[Max]

Near Rittenhouse.
Since I've never been to Monk's its a must stop. Bar flys gotta tick. Even if its just one.

Thanks for phillytapfinder. Already a huge help.

Thoughts on Tria?

i'm not a huge fan, but maybe that's only because i stick out like... well, any analogy you can think of. just not my scene so i typically avoid it. i was there about 3 years ago during beer week for a HF event. food was good. beer was better.