Goose Island to be aquired by Anheuser‑Busch

RevSmoke · 03-28-2011, 08:01 AM

That is too bad. Everytime micro- or craft-brewers are joined to big brewing companies (Miller, A-B, Coors, etc..), the quality of their brews drops significantly.

icehog3 · 03-28-2011, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

That is too bad. Everytime micro- or craft-brewers are joined to big brewing companies (Miller, A-B, Coors, etc..), the quality of their brews drops significantly.

If that happens, that sucks. GI makes several of my favorite beers and seasonal releases.

RevSmoke · 03-28-2011, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

That is too bad. Everytime micro- or craft-brewers are joined to big brewing companies (Miller, A-B, Coors, etc..), the quality of their brews drops significantly.

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Originally Posted by icehog3

If that happens, that sucks. GI makes several of my favorite beers and seasonal releases.

I happened to Leinenkugel when it was bought out by Miller. Great beers became watered down pee-water.

I pray it doesn't happen either, for I enjoy a number of Goose Island brews.

Peace of the Lord be with you.

03-28-2011, 04:33 PM

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Originally Posted by RevSmoke

That is too bad. Everytime micro- or craft-brewers are joined to big brewing companies (Miller, A-B, Coors, etc..), the quality of their brews drops significantly.

And you just recently introduced me to an excellent Goose Island Root Beer.

RevSmoke · 03-28-2011, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by mariogolbee

And you just recently introduced me to an excellent Goose Island Root Beer.

Yes, I also hope that it doesn't touch the sodas. We will wait and see.

backwoods357 · 03-28-2011, 08:26 PM

Maybe some of it will start to show up out here in the south.

Great PNW beer is what I miss most. I've only been able to find Rouge and Stone out here and only for a small fortune, unless I'm willing to drive a long way. I really wish I could get my hands on some of the smaller brewery's stuff.

awsmith4 · 03-29-2011, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by backwoods357

Maybe some of it will start to show up out here in the south.

Great PNW beer is what I miss most. I've only been able to find Rouge and Stone out here and only for a small fortune, unless I'm willing to drive a long way. I really wish I could get my hands on some of the smaller brewery's stuff.

We have a fantastic selection here in GA. I agree GI would be a welcome addition we definitely get better than just Stone and Rouge.

I am not sure of the stores close to you but within 10-15mins you could be at any of these: Mink's on Delk has a good selection and a pretty knowledgeable staff. Sherlocks and Total Wine on Barrett near the mall have good selections and Micheal's over by me on Whitlock has a good selection too. While we may not get GI and Deschutes we do get Bell's, Founders, Oskar Blues, Hoppin Frog, Terrapin, Sweetwater, Southern Tier and a good list of others. If you are willing to go into town, Green's and Hop City have amazing selections.

backwoods357 · 03-29-2011, 10:33 PM

Wow! I've been to total wine, haven't heard of any of the others. I'll have to check them out. TW had a decent selection of imports but many of the single bottles were in the $5-8 range. When i was there I grabbed a couple decent oatmeal stouts. I loved Sweet Water's winter seasonal, I'm pretty impressed with some of their brews. Thanks Albert!

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RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,883 Trading: (51)	Re: Goose Island to be aquired by Anheuser‑Busch That is too bad. Everytime micro- or craft-brewers are joined to big brewing companies (Miller, A-B, Coors, etc..), the quality of their brews drops significantly. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

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backwoods357 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Mar 2011 First Name: Jorgen Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 349 Trading: (14)	Re: Goose Island to be aquired by Anheuser‑Busch Maybe some of it will start to show up out here in the south. Great PNW beer is what I miss most. I've only been able to find Rouge and Stone out here and only for a small fortune, unless I'm willing to drive a long way. I really wish I could get my hands on some of the smaller brewery's stuff.

03-29-2011, 10:33 PM	#8
backwoods357 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Mar 2011 First Name: Jorgen Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 349 Trading: (14)	Re: Goose Island to be aquired by Anheuser‑Busch Wow! I've been to total wine, haven't heard of any of the others. I'll have to check them out. TW had a decent selection of imports but many of the single bottles were in the $5-8 range. When i was there I grabbed a couple decent oatmeal stouts. I loved Sweet Water's winter seasonal, I'm pretty impressed with some of their brews. Thanks Albert!