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When you are on the trail which do you prefer?
ChinMusic
02-14-2009, 00:03
After a couple days, I live for a Diet Coke.
When on the A.T., I prefer none of the above or maybe that's encompassed by other. I don't go to the woods to consume ethanol, since I can do so in the privacy of my own home or at a local tap room whenever I desire. I go to the woods for other experiences available only there.
I don't ordinarily keep ethanol in my home although I occasionally enjoy a locally produced microbrew at my local tap room or a small quantity of wine or bourbon when I visit family or friends at their homes.
Am I the only person who thinks people here and generally are excessively preoccupied with ethanol? It isn't a nutrient which is necessary to sustain life and in fact it's harmful to both to one's health and society in many ways.
It is also a fact possession, consumption and/or transportation is illegal on most the A.T. in the county where I reside. Nearly all of the remainder cannot be accessed by the A.T. except by crossing other sections where it's prohibited. It's not permitted at BMECC's 501 Shelter and Eckville facilities either.
Port Clinton Hotel would be happy to serve you a Yuengling product produced by America's Oldest Brewery in nearby Pottsville. I prefer Black & Tan, their porter or premium beer. They would also be happy to provide something stronger.
Pennsylvania has a growing wine industry and there are a number of wineries in Berks and Lehigh Counties. Click on the links Pinnacle Ridge Winery (http://www.pinridge.com/), Clover Hill Vinyards & Winery (http://www.cloverhillwinery.com/) and Blue Mountain Vinyards & Cellars (http://www.bluemountainwine.com/) for more information. Section hikers with a vehicle or hikers passing through on I78 or US 222 would be better equipped to sample what's available.
camojack
02-14-2009, 00:51
Am I the only person who thinks people here and generally are excessively preoccupied with ethanol? It isn't a nutrient which is necessary to sustain life and in fact is one which is harmful to both to one's health and society in many ways.
Actually, beer and (particularly!) wine consumed in moderation have health benefits.
There's this compound (resveratrol (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Resveratrol)) found in red wine that may in fact help prevent aging.
Moderation is the key.
Port Clinton Hotel would be happy to serve you a Yuengling product produced by America's Oldest Brewery in nearby Pottsville. I prefer Black & Tan, their porter or premium beer.
Let's not forget the Doyle Hotel in Duncannon; they serve Yuengling (http://gallery.backcountry.net/Camo_Jack_hikes_again/aah) too.
Anyway, I voted for beer→ http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-eatdrink009.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
Let's not forget the Doyle Hotel in Duncannon; they serve Yuengling (http://gallery.backcountry.net/Camo_Jack_hikes_again/aah) too.
Anyway, I voted for beer→ http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-eatdrink009.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
which is it? Yuengling or beer?
camojack
02-14-2009, 01:19
which is it? Yuengling or beer?
Read it again:
I voted for beer→ http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-eatdrink009.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org/)
Or clarify the question... :confused:
Read it again:
Or clarify the question... :confused:
You can't be serious... Yuengling a'int beer. :eek:
camojack
02-14-2009, 01:37
You can't be serious... Yuengling a'int beer. :eek:
Whatever, dude.
Actually, beer and (particularly!) wine consumed in moderation have health benefits ...
Yes, there are benefits but they come at a cost like most things and it's not as simple as some would have us believe.
Unfortunately, when it comes to alcohol, few stop at 2 ounces (men) or 1 ounce (women). Some microbrews approach an ounce of ethanol in a single bottle.
I'll add a link or two from a reputable source since most seem to get their information from those who have a financial interest in them purchasing alcohol or their misinformed friends. It's a good idea to get the rest of the information which is often not provided.
camojack
02-14-2009, 01:46
Yes, there are benefits but they come at a cost like most things and it's not as simple as some would have us believe.
Unfortunately, when it comes to alcohol, few stop at 2 ounces (men) or 1 ounce (women). Some microbrews approach an ounce of ethanol in a single bottle.
I'll add a link or two from a reputable source since most seem to get their information from those who have a financial interest in them purchasing alcohol or their misinformed friends. It's a good idea to get the rest of the information which is often not provided.
Speaking strictly for myself, on those (relatively infrequent) occasions when I do imbibe, it's generally only one or two beers.
But that's me... :-?
I like some of the products produced by Appalachian Brewing Company (http://www.abcbrew.com/index_flash.htm) and Tröegs Brewing Company (http://www.troegs.com/) of Harrisburg. ABC produces Purist Pale Ale and Water Gap Wheat, both A.T. references. I recommend the pale ale produced by either and I enjoyed Tröegs Mad Elf Ale while it lasted, but at 11% one was enough.
Other microbrews which may be of interest are produced by Stoudt's Brewing Company (http://www.stoudtsbeer.com), Victory Brewing Company (http://www.victorybeer.com), Weyerbacher Brewing Company (http://www.weyerbacher.com/) and Yards Brewing Company (http://www.yardsbrewing.com).
Whatever, dude.
just messing with ya... jhick has the right idea - ipa all the way :cool:
camojack
02-14-2009, 01:55
I like some of the brews produced by Appalachian Brewing Company (http://www.abcbrew.com/index_flash.htm) and Troegs (http://www.troegs.com/). Both produce a good pale ale and I took a liking to Troegs Mad Elf Ale while it lasted.
Hmmm, that's the first I've ever heard of the Appalachian Brewing Company. Good stuff, then?
camojack
02-14-2009, 01:58
just messing with ya... jhick has the right idea - ipa all the way :cool:
IPA is good, too. I had some Saranac IPA not that long ago.
But in all seriousness, Yuengling porter is one of my favorites... http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-eatdrink005.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
Hmmm, that's the first I've ever heard of the Appalachian Brewing Company. Good stuff, then?
shoot, i drove past one of their locations in gettysburg... would have stopped, but i had a truckload of scouts... been meaning to look them up
Cabin Fever
02-14-2009, 02:00
None of the above or maybe that's encompassed by other. I don't go to the woods to consume ethanol, since I can do so in the privacy of my own home or at a local tap room whenever I desire. I go to the woods for other experiences not available at home.
I only rarely have ethanol in my home although I occasionally enjoy a locally produced microbrew at my local tap room or a small quantity of wine or bourbon when I visit family or friends at their homes.
Am I the only person who thinks people here and generally are excessively preoccupied with ethanol? It isn't a nutrient which is necessary to sustain life and in fact is one which is harmful to both to one's health and society in many ways.
It is also a fact possession, consumption and/or transportation is illegal on most the A.T. in the county where I reside. Nearly all of the remainder cannot be accessed by the A.T. except by crossing other sections where it's prohibited. It's also not welcome at BMECC's 501 Shelter and Eckville facilities.
Port Clinton Hotel would be happy to serve you a Yuengling product produced by America's Oldest Brewery in nearby Pottsville. I prefer Black & Tan, their porter or premium beer. They would also be happy to provide something stronger.
Ethanol?
I had the Appalachian Pale Ale from Smoky Mountain Brewery in Gatlinburg last weekend and it is mighty fine.
IPA is good, too. I had some Saranac IPA not that long ago.
But in all seriousness, Yuengling porter is one of my favorites... http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-eatdrink005.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
they have a porter now??... gots to check that out... do you know if the doyle has it on tap?
Ethanol?
If you're wanting to drink alcohol, you'll want to make it ethanol rather than methanol or isopropyl.
When you visit Port Clinton, see Ye Olde Backpacker for your stove fuel needs. Port Clinton Hotel doesn't have Everclear and even if they did it would be more expensive by the ounce than Heet which has only Pennsylvania's 6% sales tax levied upon it.
Automotive fuels here contain up to 10% ethanol, but I wouldn't recommend you drink them either. They're taxed more heavily too both by Uncle Sam and Ed Rendell.
Yuengling has a porter now??... gots to check that out... do you know if the doyle has it on tap?
Yuengling has long produced a porter, probably from the time they resumed brewing beer and ale again when prohibition ended. I believe it has only ever been available in bottles. Black & Tan (http://www.yuengling.com/beers_black_tan.htm) is often available on tap. Go here (http://www.yuengling.com/beers.htm) to learn more about Yuengling's products.
shoot, i drove past one of ABC's locations in gettysburg... would have stopped, but i had a truckload of scouts... been meaning to look them up
Had I attended the PA Ruck, I might have suggested those of us who like a microbrew or two do just that. Alternatively, we might have toured Tröegs Brewing Company and sampled their product.
Yuengling has long produced a porter, probably from the time they began brewing beer and ale again once prohibition ended. I believe it has only ever been available in bottles. Black & Tan (http://www.yuengling.com/beers_black_tan.htm) is often available on tap. Go here (http://www.yuengling.com/beers.htm) to learn more about Yuengling's products.
Had I attended the PA Ruck, I might have suggested those of us who like a microbrew or two do just that. Alternatively, we might have toured Troegs brewery and sampled their product.
I have only seen/drank the yuengling lager - not my thing. Some bars around me serve Dogfish Head IPA, which is pretty good.
I've had a few porters that I liked.
Troegs Dreamweaver, Magic Hat #9 along with any winterfest beer keeps me happy.
fiddlehead
02-14-2009, 06:14
When I"m in PA or anywhere east coast usa, it's Yuengling Lager.
I prefer something heavier but it's not easy to get anything dark in a Sch. county bar. (home of Yuengling) It's pretty much red necks and they like their bud (now French owned, go figure)
Sam Adams is good.
Here in Thailand, it's Tiger beer for me. The Singha has formaldehyde in it. (at least that's what they say)
I am much more of a beer drinker, but it's too heavy and takes up too much space to carry for more then an over night trip. On mutiple day trips I carry bourbon.
At home I'll have an occasional margarita or a glass of wine, but on the trail beer sure tastes good! I never carry one, but I do accept gifts from kind strangers.
Kerosene
02-14-2009, 11:10
Some bars around me serve Dogfish Head IPA, which is pretty good.One of my favorites, for sure. Long Trail Ale is pretty good also, but I voted "Other" as I rarely consume adult beverages while on the Trail. I have been known to down a few once I reached town, however.
camojack
02-14-2009, 11:46
I have only seen/drank the yuengling lager - not my thing. Some bars around me serve Dogfish Head IPA, which is pretty good.
I've had a few porters that I liked.
Yuengling's Black & Tan is ½ porter, ½ lager. I'm holding one of the latter in my Katahdin summit photo (http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/showimage.php?i=22796&catid=member&orderby=title&direction=ASC&imageuser=8204&cutoffdate=-1).
They also make Lord Chesterfield Ale, which is right tasty too...
I am much more of a beer drinker, but it's too heavy and takes up too much space to carry for more then an over night trip. On mutiple day trips I carry bourbon.
My girlfriend is willing to meet me at a road crossing for a resupply:D
Troegs Dreamweaver, Magic Hat #9 along with any winterfest beer keeps me happy.
You likely would have enjoyed Stoudt's Winter Ale, a seasonal offering no longer available.
Yuengling's Black & Tan is ½ porter, ½ lager.
It's ½ porter, ½ premium beer. See post #19 (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showpost.php?p=779195&postcount=19) with link. Lager is nasty.
camojack
02-14-2009, 12:36
It's ½ porter, ½ premium beer. See post #19 (http://www.whiteblaze.net/forum/showpost.php?p=779195&postcount=19) with link. Lager is nasty.
I stand corrected. Well, actually...I'm sitting. :rolleyes:
However, "de gustibus non est disputandum" regarding lager being nasty... :-?
Like most of my gear, my "adult beverage" preference changes. Spring through fall, give me a beer anytime. Winter, you'll usually find me with a small plastic bottle of peppermint schnapps to add to my hot chocolate. I don't drink alone (unlike George Thorogood) in the winter. Can't afford to make stupid mistakes traveling solo then.
Actually, the word which 1st crossed my mind was wiescht. I recognize many apparently think otherwise since Lager is Yuengling's most popular product.
camojack
02-14-2009, 13:11
Actually, the word which 1st crossed my mind was wiescht. I recognize many apparently think otherwise since Lager is Yuengling's most popular product.
As I said, the porter is my favorite Yuengling product.
Black & Tan is next, followed by Lord Chesterfield Ale...but the lager is more widely available, and I like it jus' fine (http://whiteblaze.net/forum/vbg/showimage.php?i=22796&catid=member&orderby=title&direction=ASC&imageuser=8204&cutoffdate=-1). :)
I see and saw.:rolleyes: Playing on a teeter-totter is more pleasurable for everyone when people play by rules which are understood, agreed upon and respected.:-?
IC (Iron City) and what once came from the glass-lined tanks of Old Latrobe were once regional favorites and may still have a following. Perhaps someone from the other end of Pennsylvania can tell us if Stoney's or Straub is still produced.
camojack
02-14-2009, 14:20
I see and saw.:rolleyes: Playing on a teeter-totter is more pleasurable for everyone when people play by rules which are understood, agreed upon and respected.:-?
IC (Iron City) and what once came from the glass-lined tanks of Old Latrobe were once regional favorites and may still have a following. Perhaps someone from the other end of Pennsylvania can tell us if Stoney's is still produced.
Speakin' of products from Latrobe, my previous post on this thread was..."33". ;)
But what's all this about seesaws/teeter-totters? :confused:
I see and saw.:rolleyes: Playing on a teeter-totter is more pleasurable for everyone when people play by rules which are understood, agreed upon and respected.:-?
IC (Iron City) and what once came from the glass-lined tanks of Old Latrobe were once regional favorites and may still have a following. Perhaps someone from the other end of Pennsylvania can tell us if Stoney's is still produced.
Did you ever have Old Frothingslosh, "the pale stale ale with the head on the bottom" or something close to that?
Speakin' of products from Latrobe, my previous post on this thread was..."33". ;)
But what's all this about seesaws/teeter-totters? :confused:
Occasionally, I will have old '33'. Good stuff.
And a Long Trail Ale back at Kerosene. nice!
A long time before the urge to hike the A.T. struck, I was one of many who collected beer cans at a time when it was quite popular. I took it farther than most joining BCCA, attending swap meets and trading cans with other members all over the country.
I read everything I could get my hands upon and learned among other things that at one time before prohibition Pennsylvania had more than 700 breweries, more than any other state.
I attended BCCA's national CANvention in Philadelphia in 1976 where I met Miss Olde Frothingslosh. It's entirely possible;) at some point in my life I may have injested an Olde Frothingslosh which incidentally had foam on the top, contrary to what was advertised, as did Pittsburgh Brewing Company's other brews.
Jack Tarlin
02-14-2009, 14:40
In my experience, the drink seen most often on the Trail, as opposed to in town, is bourbon.
And it's kind of like Trail maps.
Lots of folks refuse to ever carry their own, but they sure seem to perk up when they find someone who does. :rolleyes:
camojack
02-14-2009, 14:54
In my experience, the drink seen most often on the Trail, as opposed to in town, is bourbon.
And it's kind of like Trail maps.
Lots of folks refuse to ever carry their own, but they sure seem to perk up when they find someone who does. :rolleyes:
To be perfectly honest, I'll take a swig of bourbon when it's offered, just to be sociable. :-?
However, that being said, I've never really acquired a taste for the stuff... :o
Pennsylvania has a growing wine industry and there are a number of wineries in Berks and Lehigh Counties. Click on the links Pinnacle Ridge Winery (http://www.pinridge.com/), Clover Hill Vinyards & Winery (http://www.cloverhillwinery.com/) and Blue Mountain Vinyards & Cellars (http://www.bluemountainwine.com/) for more information.
Section hikers with a vehicle or others passing through on I78 or US 222 would be better equipped to sample what's available.
I thought I'd repeat what I added to my earlier post for WhiteBlaze's wine enthusiasts who may have missed it otherwise.
It's businesses like Pinnacle Ridge and websites with pages like their about page (http://www.pinridge.com/about.html) that make Pennsylvania's Green Diamond shine when viewed from cyberspace.
Rockhound
02-15-2009, 11:08
IPA is good, too. I had some Saranac IPA not that long ago.
But in all seriousness, Yuengling porter is one of my favorites... http://www.freesmileys.org/smileys/smiley-eatdrink005.gif (http://www.freesmileys.org)
Is IPA Canadian? It must be because it tells you what you do after you drink one right in it's name.
I voted for beer,but I am starting to really enjoy wine as I get older.
WalkingStick75
02-15-2009, 12:35
When the wife use to hike with me we enjoyed a little wine with our first night out dinner. I enjoy a good cold beer when available while hiking but rarely have I ever carried anything else. Notice I said rarely :) Kahlua in my night coffee is nice at times too.
Frick Frack
02-15-2009, 13:31
3.0L's of box wine were in the pack when available and made the campfood much tastier. Being wine snobs we were impressed with a few of the box wines. Whoever mentioned Troegs that was FANTASTIC brew! We drank our fair share at the Doyle....LOVE that stuff. We took beer occasionally but only when we had a chance to dispose of it the next day. Liquor makes your head hurt too much...although a section hiker shared some 30yr old armagnac at Garfield Ridge shelter that was to die for.
Funkmeister
02-15-2009, 14:16
Sadly, the poll has no opportunity to make a vote for 'all of the above'.
The evidence follows:
We are forced to carry several refreshments, as our happy hour appetizers can necessitate different beverages.
camojack
02-15-2009, 16:48
Is IPA Canadian? It must be because it tells you what you do after you drink one right in it's name.
Cute. But IPA stands for "India Pale Ale"...eh? ;)
I try to match location to libation bourbon in the south canadian in the north. If I get the chance for PCT wine should dominate
YoungMoose
02-15-2009, 19:58
How can you get tired of the taste of water? oh wait theres no taste. Whatever but how can u get tired. lol:D:banana:D:banana:D:banana:p
I'm not usually an ultralighter, but . . .
You can't deny you get a lot more bounce to the ounce with the hard stuff. For me, it's those Amtrak-size miniatures of Seagrams VO or Crown Royale.
OldStormcrow
02-17-2009, 10:37
Beer when car-camping, red wine on overnights when I am cooking something decent to go with it, irish whiskey on long trips.
BAG "o" TRICKS
02-17-2009, 10:59
You can't be serious... Yuengling a'int beer. :eek:
If you want 'great PA beer' try any brew from Troeggs, (they have some flavors on tap at the Doyle) or Victory. Now 'there' are some brewmasters who know how to make beer. Of course if you should ever be in Glenn Cliff and you have an opportunity check out Home Brews, home brew. ;)
the goat
02-17-2009, 11:11
If you want 'great PA beer' try any brew from Troeggs, (they have some flavors on tap at the Doyle) or Victory. Now 'there' are some brewmasters who know how to make beer. Of course if you should ever be in Glenn Cliff and you have an opportunity check out Home Brews, home brew. ;)
victory's hop devil ipa is one of the greatest beers of all time. so is their stormking stout!
I wasn't too fond of carrying beer in to the woods on too many occasions but when I got to town a good brew really hits the spot.
I stayed away from taking liquor in to the woods with me. If it was offered to me I took a shot sometimes, but I really just prefer relaxing over a tasty brew. It can really refresh.
Frick Frack
02-17-2009, 12:00
victory's hop devil ipa is one of the greatest beers of all time. so is their stormking stout!
Victory Pils is one of my all time favs. Troegs though....lets just say I'm glad they do not sell it in GA (that I know of) or I'd be in trouble...its awesome.
Hummm...maybe that is what I can do to solve my unemployment problem...start a brewery
Hummm...maybe that is what I can do to solve my unemployment problem...start a brewery
The TRUE American dream.
Nearly Normal
02-17-2009, 14:59
Victory Pils is one of my all time favs. Troegs though....lets just say I'm glad they do not sell it in GA (that I know of) or I'd be in trouble...its awesome.
Hummm...maybe that is what I can do to solve my unemployment problem...start a brewery
Theres a really nice new one here that closed down after less than a year in business. The guy made 4 good beers and had a following but the cost of starting this was very high. Everythings still there and top line equipment.
Just needs a brewmaster with some money to burn.
Nightwalker
02-17-2009, 15:55
You can't be serious... Yuengling a'int beer. :eek:Huh? I actually prefer Beck's or a number of pale ales, but Yeungling isn't bad at all, considering that you can get it at any convenience store. Compared to other universally available beers, it's pretty darned good. Then again, what do I know.
Lots of folks refuse to ever carry their own, but they sure seem to perk up when they find someone who does. :rolleyes:
I start out carrying my own, but I tend to run out before I run into you. I seem to have made a tradition of bumming a swig of your JB.
I actually prefer Canadian Rye, but Bourbon ain't half bad. And a small bottle of liquor is good to have on a long hike to help you relax at bedtime. One swig will usually do the trick.
OldStormcrow
02-17-2009, 16:18
In my experience, the drink seen most often on the Trail, as opposed to in town, is bourbon.
And it's kind of like Trail maps.
Lots of folks refuse to ever carry their own, but they sure seem to perk up when they find someone who does. :rolleyes:
You know what an Irishman's favorite beer/wine/whiskey/etc. is? Your's!
Nicksaari
02-17-2009, 17:26
ive been waiting for this post.
when it can be kept ice cold in water source or i have ice/cooler in summer: Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, followed by any good microbrew...Dale's Pale Ale is great, its made in Colorado specifically for backpackin. its great.
Wine is also good with a good campfire-style dinner. (grilled meat fresh. potatoes, green beans, cedar plank roasted tuna. def a special occasion thing.
i cant do too much liquor, or bourbons. but rumplemintz in the cold, sip some jagermeister.
years back while visiting college roommate in Ct, we hiked out to the "western woods" outside guilford, camped on a rock that looked like genitalia (seriously). someone, recently back from Canada presented a bottle of Absinthe, real Absinthe. interesting night. never had it again. dont advise unless you know everyone there.
Lone Wolf
02-17-2009, 17:30
so you drank some strange liquor with some guys at a penis rock? how'd that work out/ :-?
Nicksaari
02-17-2009, 17:31
If you guys like IPA, like Victory's, YOU should try the Southern Tier Gemini Ale. OMG.OMG OMG. come to Richmond, Va and try some Legend Hopfest. OMG OMG OMG.
Golden Monkey is also great. Weyermeyer. Sierra Nevada ESP, their Torpedo pale, its like 7.8% AVB
Nicksaari
02-17-2009, 17:34
No LW- it was female. it was called "the P word" Rock. im not going to say it, as it is offensive to some users here, as is the very mention of the word, which i basically did just now. Im sorry everyone. No Lone Wolf, it was a great time. the mtns in Ct are nice, ive never been back on a mtn in Ct.
Frick Frack
02-17-2009, 18:14
Theres a really nice new one here that closed down after less than a year in business. The guy made 4 good beers and had a following but the cost of starting this was very high. Everythings still there and top line equipment.
Just needs a brewmaster with some money to burn.
Ahhh, don't tempt me! I would have to come up with a creative way to obtain some much needed funds. Hummm...Lowcountry SC? I would definately miss the mountains (though my family always vacationed at Pawley's Island & I loved it there!).
Frick Frack
02-17-2009, 18:17
If you guys like IPA, like Victory's, YOU should try the Southern Tier Gemini Ale. OMG.OMG OMG. come to Richmond, Va and try some Legend Hopfest. OMG OMG OMG.
Golden Monkey is also great. Weyermeyer. Sierra Nevada ESP, their Torpedo pale, its like 7.8% AVB
My wife loves Golden Monkey...I put a bottle in her Valentine basket! All these beers mentioned are excellent but don't lay a candle to my all time favorite....Pisgah Brewery, Black Mountain, NC...to die for
camojack
02-17-2009, 19:22
If you want 'great PA beer' try any brew from Troeggs, (they have some flavors on tap at the Doyle) or Victory. Now 'there' are some brewmasters who know how to make beer. Of course if you should ever be in Glenn Cliff and you have an opportunity check out Home Brews, home brew. ;)
victory's hop devil ipa is one of the greatest beers of all time. so is their stormking stout!
Can't argue with any of that...especially the Victory Hop Devil. :)
mtnkngxt
02-18-2009, 12:57
Single Malt Irish Whiskey or Some Peppermint Schnapps for the Hotchocolate in Winter. Not too big on beer or Jegermeister. Did take a bottle of Hypnoptiq when the little woman and I went camping last christmas. Buried it in the snow for a few hours and it wasn't too bad.
Nicksaari
02-18-2009, 18:25
mtnkngxt: you have any summer trekking plans? im headed out that way for two long sections in bland and grayson counties. looking forward to it. did you ever get that message i sent to you asking about my buddy that teaches at UVAWise, Holland Almer?
that place is small, everyone prob knows each other
mtnkngxt
02-19-2009, 15:41
Nick I'm taking summer courses but could definetly be convinced to jump on the trail for a few days. Let me know when and where and I'll check my schedule. No never heard of him before you sure he's here and not at UVA main campus or the Abingdon Learning Center?
Oh also Jack Jim and Crown go nicely with my trips to keep on topic.
calculating infinity
02-20-2009, 13:24
gotta love peach moonshine after a hard day.
Patrickjd9
02-20-2009, 13:30
I am much more of a beer drinker, but it's too heavy and takes up too much space to carry for more then an over night trip. On mutiple day trips I carry bourbon.
That makes two of us for the too heavy part, for one or two nights I will carry wine.
I switched a few years ago from carrying bourbon to Jameson's Irish on longer trips. A pint will last all week, even with some sharing:).
As a newly-55 year old beer lover, I have to say that these are wonderful times we are living in. As mentioned earlier, Pennsylvania alone has a bunch of top-notch microbrewers: Stoudt (a microbrewing pioneer), Appalachian, Troegs, Victory , Penn.
Until the mid-to-late 80s, the only choices were national swill brands like Bud, Pabst, Schlitz, Miller, and a local few regionals such as Yuengling and Schmidt's. They all tasted pretty much the same. You couldn't even get Coors east of the Rockies. And I never would have dreamed that there would be a decent, mass produced, national brewer such as Sam Adams.
American brewers are the best in the world.
We have come a long way from those days when we had so little in the way of options!
Today, I drank a Storm King Stout brewed by Victory Brewing Company. If their products become any more popular and widely distributed, I don't know what we'll to do to promote the A.T. in Pennsylvania, but we'll think of something.;)
....All these beers mentioned are excellent but don't lay a candle to my all time favorite....Pisgah Brewery, Black Mountain, NC...to die for
Thanks Frick,
Headed that way next week.
I'll give one a swhirl. What do you recommend?
Frick Frack
02-23-2009, 18:06
Thanks Frick,
Headed that way next week.
I'll give one a swhirl. What do you recommend?
You can find PISGAH (http://pisgahbrewing.com/) Brewing only in the Black Mountain/Asheville area at select groceries and bars. My favs are the IPA, Pale Ale, & Valdez. They have interesting seasonal brews too. They have some high gravity beers like Equinox, Cosmos and Solstice in bottles but most all others are in growlers. The only one I'm not crazy about is Endless Summer. If you are in Asheville & enjoy beer try one (or ALL!) of these places....Asheville Brewing, Jack of the Woods, Dirty Jacks, Thirsty Monk and be sure to stop by Bruisin'Ales (excellent beer selection). French Broad Brewing is good too. MAN, I wish we were back in NC......
I carry a six pack outta town drink 2 a night and hope I'm near a place where I can get 6 more. Don't mind the weight its dispoable weight and I don't mind it warm, as long as its wet. Might carry a pint of Jameson as well if I can get it. Always enjoy running into BJ besides his good company he's always got some JB to warm the belly and his genorosity is top notch and never forgotten. My Man Sly has Happy Hour most days and mixes up some fine White Russians.
Lone Wolf
02-23-2009, 19:43
I carry a six pack outta town drink 2 a night and hope I'm near a place I can get 6 more. Might carry a pint of Jameson as well if I can get it. Don't mind the weight its dispoable weight and I don't mind it warm, as long as its wet. Might carry a pint of Jameson as well if I can get it. Always enjoy running into BJ besides his good company he's always got some JB to warm the belly and his genorosity is top notch and never forgotten.
how's your ticker, 'ol boy? fixin' to have mine tested wednesday. gonna pack my bags and wear clean undies just in case
Doin fine, still got some aches and pains here and there. Walking 4+ miles a day in the Mall. BP fine Chlo @ 138 starting to feel like a kid again :).Are you taking a stress test? Good Luck and don't forget to wash behind your ears.
Lone Wolf
02-23-2009, 19:51
Doin fine, still got some aches and pains here and there. Walking 4+ miles a day in the Mall. BP fine Chlo @ 138 starting to feel like a kid again :).Are you taking a stress test? Good Luck and don't forget to wash behind your ears.
yeah. stress test. i can't walk to dot's without significant chest pain
yeah. stress test. i can't walk to dot's without significant chest pain
If you're serious about that you better take your bag!
Lone Wolf
02-23-2009, 19:56
If you're serious about that you better take your bag!
serious as a heart attack
In that case Lotsa Luck my friend!!
Lone Wolf
02-23-2009, 20:27
In that case Lotsa Luck my friend!!
thank you. i'm a little nervous admittedly
thank you. i'm a little nervous admittedly
Good to get tested, Wolf.
Best wishes for an easy trail ahead.
BTW, You might ask the nurse to shave a smiley face on you chest and belly, then post it here once everything comes out OK.
Jester2000
02-23-2009, 21:42
I don't go to the woods to consume ethanol, since I can do so in the privacy of my own home or at a local tap room whenever I desire. I go to the woods for other experiences not available at home.
I feel the same way, which is why I neither eat nor pee while I'm in the woods.
Hmmm, that's the first I've ever heard of the Appalachian Brewing Company. Good stuff, then?
Camo -- it's okay. We'll go to their Gettysburg location at the next Gathering if you like.
You know what an Irishman's favorite beer/wine/whiskey/etc. is? Your's!
That's strange. Never knew an Irishman who wasn't more than generous with his bottle.
As for me, the bottle I'll share with OldStormcrow on the trail will most likely be Beam, but I gotta say that I loved the Yeungling delivery I got while on the PCT from Hippy Longstocking.
I usually go for wine or liquor when I'm home, but for some reason on the trail there's nothing like a beer when I get into town.
thank you. i'm a little nervous admittedly
[even though it's thread drift...]
Best of luck, LW. You are smart to get it checked out. It may be nothing. I had a stress test last year. I feel fortunate I came out as clear as a whistle.
Maybe the thought of a good beer or dram as reward will help you get through it?
Lone Wolf
02-23-2009, 22:56
thank you. beer is good :)
Jim Adams
02-24-2009, 01:22
LW,
Good luck with the stress test. Hope all is well!
geek
camojack
02-24-2009, 04:43
Hmmm, that's the first I've ever heard of the Appalachian Brewing Company. Good stuff, then?
Camo -- it's okay. We'll go to their Gettysburg location at the next Gathering if you like.
Sounds like a plan! :-?
Sounds like a plan! :-?
The food is pretty good too. You should swing by the main restaurant/brewery the next time you're at the Doyle. It's only about 15 minutes away from it... it's on Derry St.(rt. 230) in Harrisburg, right near the Farm Show Complex(if you know where that is).
yeah. stress test. i can't walk to dot's without significant chest pain
You have a heart????
Just kidding. I hope everything turns out well for you
Ramble~On
02-24-2009, 05:22
Lager is nasty.
:-? Your opinion counts for .................. ?
camojack
02-24-2009, 08:33
The food is pretty good too. You should swing by the main restaurant/brewery the next time you're at the Doyle. It's only about 15 minutes away from it... it's on Derry St.(rt. 230) in Harrisburg, right near the Farm Show Complex(if you know where that is).
Well, I'm planning to be at the Doyle for the Billville Winter Warmer. You?
Oh, and yes, I know where the Farm Show Complex is; I was there once for a motorcycle event...
warraghiyagey
02-24-2009, 08:42
:-? Your opinion counts for .................. ?
As much as yours or mine or anyone else's I'm sure. . . ;)
leprechaun
02-24-2009, 13:48
has anyone here ever tried Chimay beer? brewed by trappist monks in Belgium, really really good stuff, but at least one type has 9% alc. and thus not available in Alabama :(
side note: good luck LW!
I neither eat nor pee while I'm in the woods.
You should be training LNT instructors.;)
:-? Your opinion counts for .................. ?
As much as yours or mine or anyone else's I'm sure. . . ;)
I prefer to stick to facts and links, but do venture into the realm of opinions sometimes. When I do, my opinions sometimes count for more than others because I stick to those things I know best and often provide links and other corroborating information.
I'm not here to engage in banter although I will at times, but rather I'm here to provide information. My life is too short for silly Internet games.
Advice I post concerning local information in particular is carefully considered. I have been living in the county about which I post longer than many who frequent this website have been alive.
Well, I'm planning to be at the Doyle for the Billville Winter Warmer. You?
Oh, and yes, I know where the Farm Show Complex is; I was there once for a motorcycle event...
Yeah, I think I might swing by and meet a few of you. Panzer and Marta are the only two people on here that I've met.
Frick Frack
02-27-2009, 11:31
has anyone here ever tried Chimay beer? brewed by trappist monks in Belgium, really really good stuff, but at least one type has 9% alc. and thus not available in Alabama :(
side note: good luck LW!
I used to sell over 60 different Belgium ales, including Trappist Ales, in TN and we had lots of customers from AL (as well as NC, GA before they were allowed there). I've got a few Chimay's stored only a few feet from me right now :) Vapeur Cochonne (translates to "pig farts") is another one of my favs. If you are ever in Asheville, NC go to Bruisin'Ales (http://www.bruisin-ales.com/) EXCELLENT Belgium selection!
Likewise....Best of Luck LW!
While patronizing a favored purveyor of fine malt beverages today, I read an article linked here (http://www.joesixpack.net/currentColumn.htm) in which it was announced D.G. Yuengling & Son would be adding a bock beer to its product line.
Unfortunately, when it comes to alcohol, few stop at 2 ounces (men) or 1 ounce (women). Some microbrews approach an ounce of ethanol in a single 12 ounce bottle.
I'll contribute a link from a reliable source since most seem to get their information from those who have a financial interest in them purchasing alcohol or their misinformed friends.
Click on MedlinePlus link (http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/alcoholconsumption.html) for information about alcohol consumption and its health impacts.
leeki pole
02-27-2009, 17:36
I'll still stick with Stella Artios as far as Belgians go. Named one of my feral cats after Stella. Good stuff. On the trail, though, it's Lynchburg's Jack Daniels.
boarstone
02-27-2009, 20:02
You can find PISGAH (http://pisgahbrewing.com/) Brewing only in the Black Mountain/Asheville area at select groceries and bars. My favs are the IPA, Pale Ale, & Valdez. They have interesting seasonal brews too. They have some high gravity beers like Equinox, Cosmos and Solstice in bottles but most all others are in growlers. The only one I'm not crazy about is Endless Summer. If you are in Asheville & enjoy beer try one (or ALL!) of these places....Asheville Brewing, Jack of the Woods, Dirty Jacks, Thirsty Monk and be sure to stop by Bruisin'Ales (excellent beer selection). French Broad Brewing is good too. MAN, I wish we were back in NC......
Thanks for the heads up on Asheville breweries, I'm heading down end of June..:cool:
f8lranger4x4
03-10-2009, 10:05
After a couple days, I live for a Diet Coke.
Same here. I would die for a coke coming of the trail. The sad thing is I don't realy drink coke and don't like it that well.