Portland thread

[kscaldef]

I haven't really tried, but how are the aluminum bottles better than cans? Seems like they wouldn't be as crushable, don't pack as compactly, and are probably heavier.

 

[Shmeal]

I haven't really tried, but how are the aluminum bottles better than cans? Seems like they wouldn't be as crushable, don't pack as compactly, and are probably heavier.

I've heard that they are harder to puncture.

 

[MikeC1]

Everything I've heard from people at Fremont is that they really aren't interested in Oregon expansion, even with the new production facility in Ballard. They're still working on getting into certain parts of WA.

I don't discount what you have heard from employees at the brewery. But the article below describes future capacities the brewery will achieve in the near future. Based on the volume described, exporting out of state seems to be the most logical way to keep their product moving. Combined with the edge of their distribution being right to Vancouver WA, I predict we will be seeing their product in Portland before the end of 2015.

https://www.bellinghamtaptrail.com/fremont-and-world-domination/

 

[AndHow]

I've heard that they are harder to puncture.

This. I've had regular cans get punctured on my camp stove before while hiking. Unfortunately I ignored the faint hiss that I heard coming from the pack and wound up having to hang some clothes out to dry once we set up camp. The 22 oz aluminum bottles are a lot more heavy duty, and while I've never tried, I'd imagine they could survive a decent fall with out busting as long as they don't land on the crown.

 

[falc0n26001]

I don't discount what you have heard from employees at the brewery. But the article below describes future capacities the brewery will achieve in the near future. Based on the volume described, exporting out of state seems to be the most logical way to keep their product moving. Combined with the edge of their distribution being right to Vancouver WA, I predict we will be seeing their product in Portland before the end of 2015.

https://www.bellinghamtaptrail.com/fremont-and-world-domination/

What are the best beer bars/bottle shops in Vancouver? They get Fremont, Almanac, and Perennial, correct? What else do they get that Portland doesn't?

 

[MikeC1]

What are the best beer bars/bottle shops in Vancouver? They get Fremont, Almanac, and Perennial, correct? What else do they get that Portland doesn't?

BALE BREAKER! Field 41, when I can find it fresh, is my favorite six pack. Fremont, Almanac, and Perennial all distro into the Couv. We should be getting Almanac in PDX pretty soon from what I have heard.

Can't speak for bottle shops. I hear NW Liquid Gold is good though.

edit. I don't live in the dirty north

 

[harrymel1]

BALE BREAKER! Field 41

This. When you need cans, this.

I ******* crush like a case of this a month. No doubt one of the top ten beers outta WA state for me.

Fremont is great at malts and -bals. Their hops are good, but not on Bale Breaker level. Their beers are killer.

 

[drgarage1]

This. When you need cans, this.

I ******* crush like a case of this a month. No doubt one of the top ten beers outta WA state for me.

Fremont is great at malts and -bals. Their hops are good, but not on Bale Breaker level. Their beers are killer.

Amen. Fremont hoppy beers are fine. Bale Breaker makes me jealous of Washington state for everyday drankin'.

 

[MikeC1]

I ******* crush like a case of this a month.

Pringle dry mouths' only cure.

 

[Podunkparte]

This. When you need cans, this.

I ******* crush like a case of this a month. No doubt one of the top ten beers outta WA state for me.

Fremont is great at malts and -bals. Their hops are good, but not on Bale Breaker level. Their beers are killer.

Amen. Fremont hoppy beers are fine. Bale Breaker makes me jealous of Washington state for everyday drankin'.

Big Bale Breaker fan too, but do you guys even Cowiche Canyon?! Hnnngggg

 

[tennispl]

Big Bale Breaker fan too, but do you guys even Cowiche Canyon?! Hnnngggg

Cowiche Canyon is great, yes, but only for like 2 months of the year. Bale Breaker is all year round.

 

[xnicknj]

Anything newish that's a must-visit? I've been out to Portland before but it's been about 2 years since my last trip...heading back out in July, wondering if there's some new spots that I'm not aware of or havent come across in my research. Will also be in Bend for one night as well.

 

[Shmeal]

De Garde and the New Common's space.

 

[sherm10161]

I will be flying out to PDX next Saturday (the 18th) for a week's vacation with the family. Same trip we do every year. There'll be plenty of family activities, but I tend to get some time to myself for beer related activities. Let me know if you want to grab a beer.

Pretty excited to check out the Commons new space. Everything I've had from them has been very tasty.

Is De Garde available around PDX, or do you have to go to Tillamook? Last year when I was in PDX, it was nowhere to be found. Doubt I'll have any time to make it out to the coast. I've yet to get my hands on any.

If anyone needs an New Glarus or other Midwest shelf turds, I should have room in my bags for some bottles on the way out. All I require is your undying love. And cash.

 

[Shmeal]

I will be flying out to PDX next Saturday (the 18th) for a week's vacation with the family. Same trip we do every year. There'll be plenty of family activities, but I tend to get some time to myself for beer related activities. Let me know if you want to grab a beer.

Pretty excited to check out the Commons new space. Everything I've had from them has been very tasty.

Is De Garde available around PDX, or do you have to go to Tillamook? Last year when I was in PDX, it was nowhere to be found. Doubt I'll have any time to make it out to the coast. I've yet to get my hands on any.

If anyone needs an New Glarus or other Midwest shelf turds, I should have room in my bags for some bottles on the way out. All I require is your undying love. And cash.

Raspberry Tart and Wisconsin Belgian Red for me?

 

[drgarage1]

I will be flying out to PDX next Saturday (the 18th) for a week's vacation with the family. Same trip we do every year. There'll be plenty of family activities, but I tend to get some time to myself for beer related activities. Let me know if you want to grab a beer.

Pretty excited to check out the Commons new space. Everything I've had from them has been very tasty.

Is De Garde available around PDX, or do you have to go to Tillamook? Last year when I was in PDX, it was nowhere to be found. Doubt I'll have any time to make it out to the coast. I've yet to get my hands on any.

If anyone needs an New Glarus or other Midwest shelf turds, I should have room in my bags for some bottles on the way out. All I require is your undying love. And cash.

You should be able to find some regular Bu and Petit Desay. Anything other than that will only be in Tillamook self-imported by shady retailers, or distributed in quite unusual situations.

 

[sherm10161]

Raspberry Tart and Wisconsin Belgian Red for me?

How many bottle of each?

Send me a PM if you're serious...

 

[kscaldef]

You should be able to find some regular Bu and Petit Desay. Anything other than that will only be in Tillamook self-imported by shady retailers, or distributed in quite unusual situations.

And Tableau Rouge

 

[tennispl]

Yer Bu and Hop Bu were both at Belmont Station for a while, Yer Bu might still be there

 

[anteater1]

Yer Bu and Hop Bu were both at Belmont Station for a while, Yer Bu might still be there

Just grabbed some Hop there on Sunday. Couple of cases each of Yer, Tableau and Petit as well.

 

[wiingman]

Howdy! I'm taking my first trip to Oregon later this month for the De Garde anniversary party. I'll be getting into town a few days early. Are there any other events going on during that week? What are the best brewery tours, bars, bottle shops, etc. I hope to visit Cascade, HOTD, The Commons, and Upright already. I would love some more options, places to eat (especially if they have a decent beer selection too) and places I should avoid.

Was thinking of visiting Block 15 in Corvallis as well. Are there any other can't miss or underrated breweries, bottle shops, or places to visit outside of Portland proper?


Thanks in advance.

 

[drgarage1]

Howdy! I'm taking my first trip to Oregon later this month for the De Garde anniversary party. I'll be getting into town a few days early. Are there any other events going on during that week? What are the best brewery tours, bars, bottle shops, etc. I hope to visit Cascade, HOTD, The Commons, and Upright already. I would love some more options, places to eat (especially if they have a decent beer selection too) and places I should avoid.

Was thinking of visiting Block 15 in Corvallis as well. Are there any other can't miss or underrated breweries, bottle shops, or places to visit outside of Portland proper?


Thanks in advance.

Gigantic is well-worth the visit, as is Breakside.

For bars,
Belmont Station is a must-visit, as are Apex and Bailey's Tap Room. Saraveza is also super-fun if you're in NoPo, but more for food and as a bottle shop.

 

[falc0n26001]

Fat Head's!! Next week there will be a LOT of new beers on, including a Barley Brown's collaboration.

 

[Tooch4321]

3wks and I'll be all over your town like a hobo on a ham sammich...

 

[SwoldierBoiTellEm]

3wks and I'll be all over your town like a hobo on a ham sammich...

Funny you mention hobos...

 

[Tooch4321]

Funny you mention hobos...

It was intentional...although last time I was in Portland, they either wanted VooDoo Doughnuts or cigarettes.

 

[Stubs]

You guys know when 3 Way comes around again?

 

[user 306349]

You guys know when 3 Way comes around again?

apparently there have been test batches under a different name randomly hitting spots. if/when it makes an appearance, i've got you covered.

 

[Tooch4321]

Anything beer-wise randomly worth checking out this week? Hitting Upright, Commons and Breakside Thursday, just curious if there's anything else worth seeking out or bottles worth grabbing...

 

[Stubs]

apparently there have been test batches under a different name randomly hitting spots. if/when it makes an appearance, i've got you covered.

Thanks! You know I got you for anything around here.