I Know It's An Old Story, But...

[captain stone]

Is Old Peculiar similar to the 3 Stooges' favorite, Old Homocide?

 

[supafly]

Now, when I go out, I'll order Newcastle, McSorley's or Guinness. I do prefer dark ales and stouts.

I was quite surprised when I bought a 6 pack of Guinness bottles (dark, black almost 'painted' bottles) the other day that they have the message "please drink directly from the bottle" on the cap and bottleneck. They no longer use the 'widget' technology anymore, that's how long it had been since I have drank one.

What I imagined to be a very hearty dark, meal-like stout ended up being incredibly "flat" tasting. That really surprised me as the head of the beer itself usually took up a large portion of the glass if you chose to use one, but it seemed to taste awfully flat and lacking any kind of carbonation.

Has it always been that way? One good thing is that it did not bloat me after drinking the 6 pk, but again--it just didn't seem to have any kind of 'kick' as far as being carbonated anymore. Maybe it's just been too long since I had one that I don't remember.

Figured I'd ask since you brought it up.

 

[supafly]

OTG--

I always, always enjoy your posts and consider you a good friend here and a quality poster.

Here's looking to a great year of yet another highly competitive season.

"It all starts in the trenches," so hopefully that base is covered thoroughly.

 

[ATippett56]

Is Old Peculiar similar to the 3 Stooges' favorite, Old Homocide?

Same alcoholic content

 

[woolster22]

As far as winter darks go, Brooklyn brewery's chocolate stout is an occasional winter indulgence. High alcohol content, but very rich and a little too sweet. It's like drinking a 10% dark chocolate (good dark chocolate at that, not the Americanized version).

Definitely put back my fair share of newkies. But what amazes me is, yuengling is easily found here in Florida, yet I don't see it to often in ma. Their bottled black and tan is a must grab whenever I see it.

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[Frezo]

Sam's Imperial Stout is excellent, but there's nothing like Samuel Smith's Tadcaster Oatmeal stout. Wish I had one now.

 

[captain stone]

I was quite surprised when I bought a 6 pack of Guinness bottles (dark, black almost 'painted' bottles) the other day that they have the message "please drink directly from the bottle" on the cap and bottleneck. They no longer use the 'widget' technology anymore, that's how long it had been since I have drank one.

What I imagined to be a very hearty dark, meal-like stout ended up being incredibly "flat" tasting. That really surprised me as the head of the beer itself usually took up a large portion of the glass if you chose to use one, but it seemed to taste awfully flat and lacking any kind of carbonation.

Has it always been that way? One good thing is that it did not bloat me after drinking the 6 pk, but again--it just didn't seem to have any kind of 'kick' as far as being carbonated anymore. Maybe it's just been too long since I had one that I don't remember.

Figured I'd ask since you brought it up.

I agree; I'm not really a fan of the Guinness bottles & cans. They need to be stored at room temperature to even approach having the same-sized foamy head as the tap-poured stuff; but storing them at room temp makes them taste flat to me, too.

 

[Salva135]

I was quite surprised when I bought a 6 pack of Guinness bottles (dark, black almost 'painted' bottles) the other day that they have the message "please drink directly from the bottle" on the cap and bottleneck. They no longer use the 'widget' technology anymore, that's how long it had been since I have drank one.

What I imagined to be a very hearty dark, meal-like stout ended up being incredibly "flat" tasting. That really surprised me as the head of the beer itself usually took up a large portion of the glass if you chose to use one, but it seemed to taste awfully flat and lacking any kind of carbonation.

Has it always been that way? One good thing is that it did not bloat me after drinking the 6 pk, but again--it just didn't seem to have any kind of 'kick' as far as being carbonated anymore. Maybe it's just been too long since I had one that I don't remember.

Figured I'd ask since you brought it up.

The cans still use the widget, just not the bottles. Guinness from the bottle is awful, it's barely the same beer. I think they only sell that to try and compete with the rest of the beer brands that sell bottles, but it sucks. If you're going to buy Guinness, do it right... can.

edit: actually I think they sell two types of bottles, one with a widget, one without. Not totally sure.

 

[Frezo]

Complete Draught Guinness Beer Kegerator - Guinness Keg Fridge

 

[Off The Grid]

you're one of the best posters on this board, way better than me. Please keep bringing quality analysis and enthusiasm to the board! That is a RARE combination (no offense to some of our long standing posters whom I also respect!)

OTG--

I always, always enjoy your posts and consider you a good friend here and a quality poster.

Here's looking to a great year of yet another highly competitive season.

"It all starts in the trenches," so hopefully that base is covered thoroughly.

Thanks for the kind words, Brothers!!

I love coming here, sharing notions, and learning from my Fellow Patriot Fans!!

Back at ya, Brother Fly ~ You're one of the kindest, coolest heads, hereabouts ~ a true asset to the conversation.

 

[Off The Grid]

Very surprised to hear'f Guinness producing anything but Excellence!!

Don't get me wrong: Guinness is a bit too much for my wimpy tastes.

Chipped my tooth, the first time I drank one straight.

But I've always admired the Craftsmanship.

And I do love me a Black + Blue or Two!! Used to frequent The Strange Brew with a Lassie of mine, several years ago, and we'd get those constantly!! LOVE that place!! :rocker:

 

[Deus Irae]

Complete Draught Guinness Beer Kegerator - Guinness Keg Fridge

I actually almost bought one of those back when I lived in Florida. I'm not a big drinker, but I do love me some Guinness.