Official Secret Santa 2014

[everetends]

Box received and will open later tonight!   

Santa Skye dropped a box on my porch today and apparently I was a good boy this year:



Much appreciated, man.  I hope the kiddo is feeling better.   

You will like these beers!  I haven't had the Almanac Tequila yet though, but I'm sure it's good.

Tequila barrels scare me a little, but I haven't had a bad beer from this Almanac series yet so I'm looking forward to it. 

The cider is really piquing my interest though.  Looking forward to all of them to be honest!  Thanks again! 

[urbanhack]

I got my box from Fred.....will post pictures tonight.

Thanks!

[Westside Threat]

Box received and will open later tonight!   

Santa Skye dropped a box on my porch today and apparently I was a good boy this year:



Much appreciated, man.  I hope the kiddo is feeling better.   

You will like these beers!  I haven't had the Almanac Tequila yet though, but I'm sure it's good.

Tequila barrels scare me a little, but I haven't had a bad beer from this Almanac series yet so I'm looking forward to it. 

The cider is really piquing my interest though.  Looking forward to all of them to be honest!  Thanks again!

The cider is going to exceed your expectations.  Drink the El Segundo first.  Clock is ticking on those hops!

[Swabs]

I think I got mine.  Won't actually get to it til Xmas though 

[everetends]

I think I got mine.  Won't actually get to it til Xmas though 

Oh, you'll get yours alright.   

[Swabs]

I think I got mine.  Won't actually get to it til Xmas though 

Oh, you'll get yours alright.   

 

[wingnut]

MIC

The Lip Ripa is good! Not a lot of carbonation left, but for 13%, its actually hoppy and not over-malty. Very easy to drink.

 

[bakes]

[howardf]

Mine arrived, but I wasn't home to sign for it.  The fact that I would have to sign for it suggests KingG is santa

[wingnut]

Fall River Hexagenia IPA: 

in a word: Fuckin dank hops. Whatever blend it is, Im a fan. Great friggin beer. Can't wait to try the Widow maker DIPA.

MIC, you are a scholar and a gentleman. Or at least one of those. Or maybe none, but thanks!

[Men-in-Cleats]

Fall River Hexagenia IPA: 

in a word: Fuckin dank hops. Whatever blend it is, Im a fan. Great friggin beer. Can't wait to try the Widow maker DIPA.

MIC, you are a scholar and a gentleman. Or at least one of those. Or maybe none, but thanks!

That's my favorite of theirs for sure, ever since they opened their Redding tap room I've been a regular there.  If you like their stuff I may have to work something out with you in the future to get hold of some Cigar City as I haven't sampled their stuff. 

[Men-in-Cleats]

Received a stellar box from Hack on Friday but haven't had a chance to post pics yet (had a kids dance recital on Saturday that I'm still recovering from).  Revolution tee, bottle opener, and pair of glasses on the swag front and a really nice lineup of beers, most of which I haven't had (those that I have are personal faves).

Will get some pics and a list of the lineup later tonight.

[mr. furley]

MIC, you are a scholar and a gentleman. Or at least one of those. Or maybe none, but thanks!

none. it's definitely none.

[wingnut]

Fall River Hexagenia IPA: 

in a word: Fuckin dank hops. Whatever blend it is, Im a fan. Great friggin beer. Can't wait to try the Widow maker DIPA.

MIC, you are a scholar and a gentleman. Or at least one of those. Or maybe none, but thanks!

That's my favorite of theirs for sure, ever since they opened their Redding tap room I've been a regular there.  If you like their stuff I may have to work something out with you in the future to get hold of some Cigar City as I haven't sampled their stuff.

Id be down for that. Weve got several good breweries here now, lots of good stuff.

[urbanhack]

Tangfreds Box:



Tall Tales Red Headed Step Child - Irish Red Ale
Flying Dog Oak Aged Hazelnut Scotch Ale
Heavy Seas Yule Tide
Flying Dog Imperial Hefeweizen x 3
Riot Rye Pale Ale
Brewer's Art Ozzy
The Tradition Golden Ale
Union - Blackwing Lager
Union - Double IPA
DuClavy - Dirty Little Freak

Deschutes Glass

Thanks Fred!

[BryanC]

Fall River Hexagenia IPA: 

in a word: Fuckin dank hops. Whatever blend it is, Im a fan. Great friggin beer. Can't wait to try the Widow maker DIPA.

MIC, you are a scholar and a gentleman. Or at least one of those. Or maybe none, but thanks!

That's my favorite of theirs for sure, ever since they opened their Redding tap room I've been a regular there.  If you like their stuff I may have to work something out with you in the future to get hold of some Cigar City as I haven't sampled their stuff. 

I liked that one a lot too.  So far my favorite from the box you sent, though the lip ripa was also great.

Currently drinking the lizards mouth from sunscar22, and it is fantastic.  My fridge is overflowing with hops  right now and I am loving it.

[bakes]

Tangfreds Box:



Tall Tales Red Headed Step Child - Irish Red Ale
Flying Dog Oak Aged Hazelnut Scotch Ale
Heavy Seas Yule Tide
Flying Dog Imperial Hefeweizen x 3
Riot Rye Pale Ale
Brewer's Art Ozzy
The Tradition Golden Ale
Union - Blackwing Lager
Union - Double IPA
DuClavy - Dirty Little Freak

Deschutes Glass

Thanks Fred!

Doesn't TBSer Beandip work at Union?

[fRed Scare]

Tangfreds Box:



Tall Tales Red Headed Step Child - Irish Red Ale
Flying Dog Oak Aged Hazelnut Scotch Ale
Heavy Seas Yule Tide
Flying Dog Imperial Hefeweizen x 3
Riot Rye Pale Ale
Brewer's Art Ozzy
The Tradition Golden Ale
Union - Blackwing Lager
Union - Double IPA
DuClavy - Dirty Little Freak

Deschutes Glass

Thanks Fred!

Doesn't TBSer Beandip work at Union?

He is co-owner along with head brewer JKBlodge and another guy.

[Westside Threat]

There was also an Ithaca glass but it was in the dishwasher by the time I took the photo 

Thanks Bakes!!  No surprise, super excited about the rubs.  I've never pastramied anything but always wanted to.  Got a great excuse now.

[mr. furley]

Thanks Bakes!!  No surprise, super excited about the rubs.

[bakes]

There was also an Ithaca glass but it was in the dishwasher by the time I took the photo 

Thanks Bakes!!  No surprise, super excited about the rubs.  I've never pastramied anything but always wanted to.  Got a great excuse now.

  Glad it made it!

Of the non-bottled-beers, that kettle sour is super tart and still quaffable.  The Citizen's Cider Full Nelson is the best cider I have ever tried.  Enjoy!

The Hot Pig is one I have been working on for a while - I wanted to get it flavorful, a kick, slight sweetness, but still complement the pork so it'remains the star.  Used maple sugar, XXX hot cayenne, and a bunch of other ingredients from a spice shop a mile or so away from Becs' house.  The pastrami rub is a takeoff on Ruhlman's rub recipe in Charcuterie - added brown mustard seed, granulated garlic, and Thai chilies along with a tiny bit of kosher salt.  I've used it when making pastrami as well as a dry rub on chicken breasts.  Works well on either, but it ain't subtle.

[wingnut]

^that kettle sour sounds delicious!

[Swabs]

Got mine today from Howard.  A couple Prairie, against the grain, and 3 Floyd's.  Excited about all of them.  Also glad I didn't pull out the Bra Busters mag in front of Mary's family.

[mr. furley]

  Also glad I didn't pull out the Bra Busters mag in front of Mary's family.

LOL

[howardf]

  Also glad I didn't pull out the Bra Busters mag in front of Mary's family.

LOL

It was in a two pack with the fatty mag I sent to Gaytor last year

[fRed Scare]

  Also glad I didn't pull out the Bra Busters mag in front of Mary's family.

LOL

It was in a two pack with the fatty mag I sent to Gaytor last year

The gift that keeps on giving!

[howardf]

Forgot to post a pic of my KingG box.



I drank the IIPA out of the proper glassware.  In the glass were a handful of different flavored chocolates, like popcorn and potato chip, and they were delicious.  Planning on drinking the hem & haw on New Year's Eve.  Thanks!

[GatorBeerGeek]

I know sunscar asked for his package to be delayed since he was here in GA during the holidays.  I assume everyone else received their packages already?

[KingG]

Forgot to post a pic of my KingG box.



I drank the IIPA out of the proper glassware.  In the glass were a handful of different flavored chocolates, like popcorn and potato chip, and they were delicious.  Planning on drinking the hem & haw on New Year's Eve.  Thanks!

[rhoadsrage]

Finally back home and can post the treasure chest from Coldchill.  Usually I'm in it for just the beer, but the bacon and coldchill coffee is the -ish, and the beer will be nice, too.      Thanks.  (already hit one of the kids in the head with the indoor Frisbee)

Sorry about the image size, I'm on my Comidor at home. 

[everetends]

Finally back home and can post the treasure chest from Coldchill.  Usually I'm in it for just the beer, but the bacon and coldchill coffee is the -ish, and the beer will be nice, too.      Thanks.  (already hit one of the kids in the head with the indoor Frisbee)

Sorry about the image size, I'm on my Comidor at home. 

Dat bacon.   

[everetends]

Box received and will open later tonight!   

Santa Skye dropped a box on my porch today and apparently I was a good boy this year:



Much appreciated, man.  I hope the kiddo is feeling better.   

You will like these beers!  I haven't had the Almanac Tequila yet though, but I'm sure it's good.

Tequila barrels scare me a little, but I haven't had a bad beer from this Almanac series yet so I'm looking forward to it. 

The cider is really piquing my interest though.  Looking forward to all of them to be honest!  Thanks again!

The cider is going to exceed your expectations.  Drink the El Segundo first.  Clock is ticking on those hops!

The cider was our New Year's toasting beverage it is was good.  Damn good.   

[Westside Threat]

Box received and will open later tonight!   

Santa Skye dropped a box on my porch today and apparently I was a good boy this year:



Much appreciated, man.  I hope the kiddo is feeling better.   

You will like these beers!  I haven't had the Almanac Tequila yet though, but I'm sure it's good.

Tequila barrels scare me a little, but I haven't had a bad beer from this Almanac series yet so I'm looking forward to it. 

The cider is really piquing my interest though.  Looking forward to all of them to be honest!  Thanks again!

The cider is going to exceed your expectations.  Drink the El Segundo first.  Clock is ticking on those hops!

The cider was our New Year's toasting beverage it is was good.  Damn good.   

 

[Westside Threat]

Picked up my first few beers for 2015 edition

[mr. furley]

Picked up my first few beers for 2015 edition

good reminder 

[urbanhack]

Picked up my first few beers for 2015 edition

same here.  have a few goodies saved up.

[fRed Scare]

The wheels are already in motion.

[mr. furley]

The wheels are already in motion. coming off

ftfy

[RevoltingBlob]

is there a secret santa for 2015?

[wisconsinbeer1]

is there a secret santa for 2015?

I think there has been talk about it, but I dont think an actual thread has been started yet.

[GatorBeerGeek]

If there is one this year, someone else will have to do the names.  I obsess over trying to make sure people get someone from other regions that they have not gotten since I started doing the names.  I just do not have the time or patience to deal with it this year.

[BryanC]

I'm sure we didn't say it enough in the past - thank you for doing it the last couple years.  SS has been great. 

[GatorBeerGeek]

I'm sure we didn't say it enough in the past - thank you for doing it the last couple years.  SS has been great. 

I got plenty of thanks for running it every year.  No worries there at all.   

[mr. furley]

I'm sure we didn't say it enough in the past - thank you for doing it the last couple years.  SS has been great. 

I got plenty of thanks for running it every year.  No worries there at all.   

Thanks for running it again in 2015 

[Swabs]

I might be able to assist this year since I'm not going to be able to participate.

[Westside Threat]

Fire it up