Today *would* have been the day for folks to go snag some BBA Træblod in the public sale. That is... if the swashbuckling pillagers who form the Viking Club hadn’t plundered every last bottle in less than 5 hours during their exclusive presale yesterday. Fortunately, I count myself along the swarthy horde of horny brigands and managed to loot a few bottles to bury alongside my other treasures. Upon blowing the dust off some of the other baubles in my collection, I realized that 2017 CBS would be a worthy companion to uncork alongside one of the new additions. Behold: a side by side tasting that would have only been made better by the addition of waffles & pancakes. In my opinion, BBA Træblod edges out the CBS thanks to a more restrained sweetness complemented by a much fuller maple and bourbon flavor and a rich, smooth mouthfeel. CBS erred more on the roasted coffee and dark chocolate side of the picture, with hints of maple on the back end. 🍁🔥🍻 #cbs2017 #founders #founderscbs #mikkellersd #bbatraeblod #traeblod #maple #maplesyrup #instabeer #beerstagram #beerfolks #beer #craftbeer #craftbeerlover #beerwithpleasantstrangers #indiebeer #maplebeer #stoutitout #stoutseason #pancakesandbooze
This past week was a whirlwind of epic bottle shares, meeting a whole bunch of beer friends, both old and new, and generally basking in the vibrant glow of the independent craft beer community. Exhibit 3: Inaugural “The Speakeasy” special event & bottle share in Vista, created by @k8ters. It was awesome to spend time with old friends, make some new ones, and share a grip of world-class brews. Nothing satisfies quite like a magnum from Cantillon… or @3fonteinen… or @theveilbrewing. @jesterkingbrewery SPON 1 three year blend (2017) and @degardebrewing The Broken Truck Blend No. 3 both knocked all of my socks and shoes off. A wonderful event all around, complete with tacos made to order, craft cocktails, raffles and cool swag. Count me in for the next one! Awesome to hang with @beerzombies @whohasbeerforus @craftbeer007 @robrewto @ummagummaog @_chrismclaugh @jase.durr @mothedistiller @craftylady24_7 @dans_world21 and many many more #thespeakeasyvista #k8ters #bottleshare #killshot #graveyard #instabeer #beerstagram #beerfolks #beer #craftbeer #craftbeerlover #beerwithpleasantstrangers #indiebeer #whereismyliver #isoanewliver
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