TimPitot Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 I am currently savouring a bottle of Kernels Export India Porter, dark and roasty, perfect for a rainy day in London! Kernel is brewed up the road from me in Bermondsey by a single man operation, it ain't cheap, but its worth every penny! Kernel Export India Porter by timpitot, on Flickr Whats currently quenching your thirst? Quote
old school Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 I'm at work now, but when I get home tonight, I will enjoy a Bootleggers Rustic Rye IPA, or their Palomino. Bootleggers is brewed in Fullerton California. Cheers or a Michelada with a Mexican beer. Quote
John Moore Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 Just moved to the Baltimore area & found Flying Dog Brewery's beers... My current fav is "Raging Bitch" Belgian -Style IPA. Have to say that originally any of the American-made Belgian-style beers that I tried were either too floral or disagreed with me (I must be allergic to the yeast in those cheap-ass coors/bluemoon beers- made me gag). Plus- I love the Ralph Steadman graphics on their lables! Quote
Jim Gilchrist Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 Welcome to the Mid-Atlantic, John. Be sure to get down to the Wharf Rat on South Ann in Fells Point. My current fave is from Delaware, Dogfish Head Shelter Pale Ale But it's been pretty hot and I've also had the occasional G & T made with a locally distilled organically made gin from Catoctin Creek Distillers. Best regards, Jim Quote
jason porter Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 I don't care about the "organic" label, but it tastes great on a hot summer day! Quote
Jan McL Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 Now that you mention it, I shall pour a wee shot of this: Thanks for the reminder. -- Jan Quote
indaudio Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 Nice thread! I second the G&T. For a summer In the Midwest, made by friends from the near East and North of Chicago respectively... (Enjoy Responsibly!) JT Quote
Jeff Wexler Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 I love this topic but I'm wondering how anybody can still keep on typing after all this drinking! I guess the "What are you drinking" is sort of rhetorical, like "On my Radio" doesn't mean you're listening - drinking all this right now. Nice image gallery could come out of this --- beautiful labels. Quote
Jan McL Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 I love this topic but I'm wondering how anybody can still keep on typing after all this drinking! I guess the "What are you drinking" is sort of rhetorical, like "On my Radio" doesn't mean you're listening - drinking all this right now. Nice image gallery could come out of this --- beautiful labels. Well, I happen to in fact be drinking mine right now. Just let loose on the screwup thread.... Uh-oh. -- Jan Quote
Bob Marts Posted July 7, 2011 Report Posted July 7, 2011 I've been making new cocktails with St-Germain liqueur. It's also my new favorite after dinner sip. Quote
Eric Toline Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 A melange of liquid libations for various occasions. Quote
RPSharman Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 The Chocolate Block is a lovely and hearty blend from South Africa (although I typically buy domestic wines to cut down on the environmental impact of shipping). The Jumping Cow Amber Ale is full and flavorful, yet refreshing, from right here in southern California wine country (Paso Robles). Inexpensive and readily available from Trader Joe's. The Cascade Mountain Gin is from Oregon, and is the best gin I have ever had. My friend just saw some at a Whole Foods here in SoCal, but typically we wait for our friends to "mule" for us when they go up North. Quote
Mark LeBlanc Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 Best served ice cold from the deep freeze of crafty!! Quote
Simon Paine Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 Local Micro Brew. I'm a fan of the "Growler" size bottle. Beaus Organic Beer Quote
Bash Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 Fuller's London Pride...... Love it. But tonight I am in Montana, so it is Tamarack Brewery Blonde!!!! Kindest, Simon B Quote
WhyOne Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 Ok, Ok, this time with photos....... And about ten years ago, the buyer for Trader Joe's made a deal... and has carried this very respectable spirit for $43 ever since. Oh joy! Quote
TimPitot Posted July 8, 2011 Author Report Posted July 8, 2011 Chocolate Block is amazing, every time I go to SA I pick up a bottle or two. I'm surprised you get it all way in LA! Loving all the micro/craft brews - there seems to be a lot of great beer brewed in the states. It's morning here, so 'builders tea' as the poms call it, is imminent! Mmmm! Quote
Bondelev Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 Just polished off a nice glass of Creos Malbec. A nice inexpensive wine. Quote
Marc Wielage Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 My only vice: I'm good for at least two bottles a day, especially if it gets over 90. --Marc W. Quote
Peter Mega Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 You're all a bunch of alcoholics!!!! (except you Marc) Seriously though, we have many great beers made here in Australia. Little Creatures has a great selection (Pale Ale is a favourite) - from Fremantle/Perth James Boags has a great selection too, Premium and the St George in particular - from Tasmania Moo Brew - Tasmania The list goes on. Cheers Peter Mega PS. No one drinks Fosters here Quote
john Quinn Posted July 8, 2011 Report Posted July 8, 2011 Those all look like good choices and I think I have tried a few . But my favorite tipple these days is Tea . English Breakfast Tetleys or Builders brewed in the pot and served in a mug that you could throw a pool party in, the bigger the better.No Assam ,Earl Grey or fruit flavored camomile infused hand picked by Tibetan Grandmothers nonsense just tea.The stuff my Mother poured down our throats from the moment we came of the breast . From morning till night in the hard wet cold of a Scottish winter to the fierce heat of the Egyptian Sahara it warns your innards one day and refreshes you the next .And I swear there is no more welcoming words heard on location than "would you like a cuppa' it makes the longest days that little bit sweeter. Best John PS Milk no sugar thanks Quote
TimPitot Posted July 8, 2011 Author Report Posted July 8, 2011 +1 milk no sugar, strong as you can make it please! Quote
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