Comments on: International Beer Challenge – 2010

By: Bob Massey

Bob Massey — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 07:28:11 +0000

Guilty as charged guys, I don’t do the smiley smiley thing very well, and I was being very careful holding the Utopia.

It was the only bottle present, and was shared out later in the afternoon so we could all enjoy a taste.

I think if I’d dropped it I would have been (justifiably) lynched by all those present.

Off on a Rodenbach hunt later.
.-= Bob Massey´s last blog ..Paperback Writer =-.

By: Royce

Royce — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:50:31 +0000

Hahaha totally agree with Jim – Bob is doing the “Oscar acceptance” pose with the Utopia. Also what’s with your “no smiling in photos” policy Bob?

Gotta admit I’d never even heard of the Sam Adams Utopia. But now that I have… where can I find that thing? Sounds fantastic.
.-= Royce´s last blog ..Weekend Comedy 7-18 =-.

By: michael reinhardt

michael reinhardt — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 21:31:54 +0000

Rodenbach. I love that beer. I remember buying it for my brother a couple years back (the Grand Cru) and he hated it. Now he can't get enough sours. .-= michael reinhardt´s last blog ..Buckbean’s Maibock =-.

By: Jim

Jim — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:41:24 +0000

That Utpoias looks like an award you’ve just won, Bob. I’d like to thank the Academy for…

By: Scott-TheBrewClub

Scott-TheBrewClub — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 12:27:28 +0000

I don’t think so either, Bob. Another tough assignment for you!!!!
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By: Bob Massey

Bob Massey — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 08:40:06 +0000

I have a bottle of the 1994 Sam Adams triple Bock that I’m saving until 2014. I had one bottle with friends on 1st Janauary 2000 (at about a minute past midnight).

But in terms of beers that punch about their weight, flavour wise, then you have to also consider Duchesse du Burgogne, or Rodenbach Grand Cru… both incredibly complex brews.

Actually, I don’t think I’ve reviewed Rodenbach for the Brewclub. Hmmm….

By: michael reinhardt

michael reinhardt — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:57:46 +0000

I know exactly what you mean about calling it a brandy rather than a beer. I've got a bottle of 2007 that I'm cellaring for the next several years and I can't wait to see how it tastes. I reviewed the other bottle on the site and shared it over the period of a year or so. It is a truly great beer and a revelatory experience for super beers. .-= michael reinhardt´s last blog ..Lambic- A Surprisingly Drinkable Beer =-.

By: Don

Don — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:42:42 +0000

I could t3ell you were roasting! I thought that might be a touch of perspiration in the photo with Steve Williams. Who cares though? You got to sample some great brews, good on ya! .-= Don´s last blog ..Oskar Blues Hits a Low Note =-.

By: Scott-TheBrewClub

Scott-TheBrewClub — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:39:38 +0000

...and good refreshments at that! .-= Scott-TheBrewClub´s last blog ..What’s Your Favorite Summer Beer =-.

By: Bob the Brit

Bob the Brit — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 15:10:27 +0000

I snuck out during an extended lunch break, hence the ‘whistle’.

It was absolutely roasting in the venue, but fortunately there was plenty of refreshment on hand.
.-= Bob the Brit´s last blog ..Paperback Writer =-.