| Author |
Message |
cdennisg
Samba Member
Joined: November 02, 2004
Posts: 20263
Location: Sandpoint, ID
|
 Posted: Mon Jan 26, 2015 11:23 am Post subject: Re: What beer are you drinking |
 |
|
| Bob Loblaw wrote: |
| Jon Schmid wrote: |
| VOLKSWAGNUT wrote: |
| MacLeod Willy wrote: |
Didn't realise that in the US there is no returns.
I don't think you can buy a bottle of beer in Canada without paying the return charge. |
Its a "State" thing... 
The USA is stupid for not implementing the bottle deposit and recycle program.. IMO..
It used to be so simple to return the old soda pop bottles to ANY store for a deposit..
As kids we would scrounge the ditches looking for bottle deposit cash..
Make a buck or more a day sometimes.. just riding our bikes..
Sorry for the delayed chime in. California has a "Redemption Value" (CRV) levy placed on all "non-food" beverage containers except wine and hard liquor. So all beer and soda cans and bottles, along with plastic water bottles that are marked CRV can be redeemed at recycling centers. I make $60-80 every 2-3 months. On the beer side of things, I just tried some of BJ's Brewhouse (a SoCal chain) Oasis Ale and Nutty Brewnette Ale right out of the keg--on my patio. Have to admit I had some help.  Good stuff.
And now... bottles are just tossed.....
If any recycle program were put in place to make it simple... and even profitable things might actually be recycled.. and cleaned up..
I think it all boiled down to its cheaper to simply replace than pick up, store and safely clean bottles.
Thats just my 2 bits...
. |
|
When we go kart racing in the States, the lack of recycling drives my Ol' Lady nuts. (Even more so than normal). We'll bring along a couple of huge plastic bags, fill 'em up with bottles, cans, plastic, glass, aluminum etc. and bring it all back home with us. A little extreme maybe, but we recycle everything at home. The locals just shake their heads at us. |
Lots of places in the US recycle glass, etc. But it costs a lot of money and uses a lot of resources. In some situations, it does not make economic sense.
_________________
nothing |
|
| Back to top |
|
 |
shiningstar76
Samba Brewer
Joined: July 12, 2003
Posts: 2689
Location: Savannah
|
| Posted: Mon Jan 26, 2015 7:35 pm Post subject: |
|
|
Faust Schwarzviertler Dunkel. Thanks to a German friend. Very clean malt, bright, and dry finish. A well made beer.
_________________
KK4NTP
96 Tacoma
86 4Runner
My bus caught on fire and is now on the other coast with someone who gave me money for it. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Malokin Martin
Samba Member
Joined: August 19, 2007
Posts: 3099
Location: E-burg
|
| Posted: Mon Jan 26, 2015 8:00 pm Post subject: Re: What beer are you drinking |
|
|
| cdennisg wrote: |
| Lots of places in the US recycle glass, etc. But it costs a lot of money and uses a lot of resources. In some situations, it does not make economic sense. |
Actually in nearly ALL situations, recycling glass costs money and is in no way profitable. Additionally, downcycling glass is not really all that good for the environment.
My parents worked at a recycle center for years. There was a rumor that a lot of the chipped "recycled" glass from the US bound for Asia got dumped about midway there (this was the 80's, so things may have changed).
Back on topic:
|
|
| Back to top |
|
|
cdennisg
Samba Member
Joined: November 02, 2004
Posts: 20263
Location: Sandpoint, ID
|
| Posted: Mon Jan 26, 2015 8:09 pm Post subject: |
|
|
^^^ I believe it. So many possible uses, but it's easier to make new stuff.
On topic...
_________________
nothing |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Jon Schmid
Samba Member
Joined: May 29, 2012
Posts: 2037
Location: Southern California
|
| Posted: Mon Jan 26, 2015 9:12 pm Post subject: Re: What beer are you drinking |
|
|
| cdennisg wrote: |
| Bob Loblaw wrote: |
| Jon Schmid wrote: |
| VOLKSWAGNUT wrote: |
| MacLeod Willy wrote: |
Didn't realise that in the US there is no returns.
I don't think you can buy a bottle of beer in Canada without paying the return charge. |
Its a "State" thing...
The USA is stupid for not implementing the bottle deposit and recycle program.. IMO..
It used to be so simple to return the old soda pop bottles to ANY store for a deposit..
As kids we would scrounge the ditches looking for bottle deposit cash..
Make a buck or more a day sometimes.. just riding our bikes..
Sorry for the delayed chime in. California has a "Redemption Value" (CRV) levy placed on all "non-food" beverage containers except wine and hard liquor. So all beer and soda cans and bottles, along with plastic water bottles that are marked CRV can be redeemed at recycling centers. I make $60-80 every 2-3 months. On the beer side of things, I just tried some of BJ's Brewhouse (a SoCal chain) Oasis Ale and Nutty Brewnette Ale right out of the keg--on my patio. Have to admit I had some help. Good stuff.
And now... bottles are just tossed.....
If any recycle program were put in place to make it simple... and even profitable things might actually be recycled.. and cleaned up..
I think it all boiled down to its cheaper to simply replace than pick up, store and safely clean bottles.
Thats just my 2 bits...
. |
|
When we go kart racing in the States, the lack of recycling drives my Ol' Lady nuts. (Even more so than normal). We'll bring along a couple of huge plastic bags, fill 'em up with bottles, cans, plastic, glass, aluminum etc. and bring it all back home with us. A little extreme maybe, but we recycle everything at home. The locals just shake their heads at us. |
Lots of places in the US recycle glass, etc. But it costs a lot of money and uses a lot of resources. In some situations, it does not make economic sense. |
OK, somehow I managed to kill my original message. Here in CA we have a redemption value on beer and soda bottles and cans and plastic water bottles. I get $60-80 every couple months redeeming my containers. As for beer, BJ's Brewhouse (a local SoCal chain) Oasis Ale and Nutty Brewnette Ale out of the keg on my patio this last weekend (I had some help)---nice. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
cdennisg
Samba Member
Joined: November 02, 2004
Posts: 20263
Location: Sandpoint, ID
|
| Posted: Tue Jan 27, 2015 7:50 pm Post subject: |
|
|
Two words: holy shit
_________________
nothing |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
shiningstar76
Samba Brewer
Joined: July 12, 2003
Posts: 2689
Location: Savannah
|
| Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 7:29 pm Post subject: |
|
|
| cdennisg wrote: |
Two words: holy shit |
Apparently Idaho does not get jipped on the beer distribution.
_________________
KK4NTP
96 Tacoma
86 4Runner
My bus caught on fire and is now on the other coast with someone who gave me money for it. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
cdennisg
Samba Member
Joined: November 02, 2004
Posts: 20263
Location: Sandpoint, ID
|
| Posted: Wed Jan 28, 2015 7:40 pm Post subject: |
|
|
Had to do a little hunting to find it. And pay twenty bucks for a bottle! But it was worth it this time.
_________________
nothing |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Hophead
Samba Member
Joined: January 03, 2005
Posts: 940
Location: Chico,Ca
|
| Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 6:32 am Post subject: |
|
|
| cdennisg wrote: |
Two words: holy shit |
Barrel Aged Bigfoot should be available in Feb......
By the way.... that is not the right glass!
_________________
70' Beetle Pan off Resto
2110cc
82 X 90.5
P&P 043 40x35.5
9.6-1 comp
FK-8
48 IDA |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
VOLKSWAGNUT
Fastest VW Belt Changer
Joined: October 14, 2007
Posts: 11054
Location: Flippin' a Belt........ .... Off-n-On ... NC USA
|
| Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 6:43 am Post subject: |
|
|
| Hophead wrote: |
By the way.... that is not the right glass! |
hahaha...
Feel free to hook us up with the right ones....please.. 
.
_________________
aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
Search "VOLKSWAGNUT" on YouTube since you cant watch a "certain" BELT change video round here
Usually and often edited |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
cdennisg
Samba Member
Joined: November 02, 2004
Posts: 20263
Location: Sandpoint, ID
|
| Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 9:29 am Post subject: |
|
|
Just a photo stolen off the interwebs. But I am sure the glass I used was wrong, too. I am a beer snob, but not that snobby. 
_________________
nothing |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
mark tucker
Samba Member
Joined: April 08, 2009
Posts: 23937
Location: SHALIMAR ,FLORIDA
|
| Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 10:18 am Post subject: |
|
|
I dont like bear  oops beer. but much to my supprize.....wine coolers are beer thus the reason there not called wine coolers anymore.go figure.so...does this mean I like beer??? what could be worse im already driving a vw. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
Hophead
Samba Member
Joined: January 03, 2005
Posts: 940
Location: Chico,Ca
|
| Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 11:53 am Post subject: |
|
|
I was just teasing.......the shape is good. Just the logo.
With a few exceptions I do not get too picky about my glassware either.
Most everthing goes through a traditional british pint glass.
For those living in NC looking for glass ware, You should visit our new facility in Fletcher. Quite the nice place. The restaurant opens in a month or so.
_________________
70' Beetle Pan off Resto
2110cc
82 X 90.5
P&P 043 40x35.5
9.6-1 comp
FK-8
48 IDA |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
cdennisg
Samba Member
Joined: November 02, 2004
Posts: 20263
Location: Sandpoint, ID
|
| Posted: Thu Jan 29, 2015 3:16 pm Post subject: |
|
|
HAHAHA! I never even looked at the logo, I just saw the shape of the glass. 
_________________
nothing |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
*Darren
Samba Member
Joined: July 29, 2013
Posts: 917
Location: MD
|
| Posted: Fri Jan 30, 2015 7:28 pm Post subject: |
|
|
For lunch today -
Thought it more a porter than stout. Good none the less. Dinner tonight -
well done Belgian style beer - spicey |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
VOLKSWAGNUT
Fastest VW Belt Changer
Joined: October 14, 2007
Posts: 11054
Location: Flippin' a Belt........ .... Off-n-On ... NC USA
|
| Posted: Sat Jan 31, 2015 6:51 am Post subject: |
|
|
Last night....
Miller High Life Light.... Thats my goto el cheapo stuff...
Just been one of those weeks... and it was definitely Miller time..
.
_________________
aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
Search "VOLKSWAGNUT" on YouTube since you cant watch a "certain" BELT change video round here
Usually and often edited |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
rosevillain
Samba Member
Joined: December 28, 2005
Posts: 1289
Location: roseville, ca
|
| Posted: Sun Feb 01, 2015 12:19 am Post subject: |
|
|
If you live near SLC, drink Unita beer. The Hop Nosh is an excellent IPA, Baba is a great dark lager, I don't know the name of the porter but it is amazing.
Also, if you are in the Ouray area of Colorado, stop by the Ouray Brewery, their IPA is great, too. AND...if you're in Montrose Co, or Ridgway, eat pizza and drink beer at Colorado Boy Pizza, best pizza ever. Beers aren't bad, either.
Seriously, Unita. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
cdennisg
Samba Member
Joined: November 02, 2004
Posts: 20263
Location: Sandpoint, ID
|
| Posted: Sun Feb 01, 2015 12:47 am Post subject: |
|
|
| rosevillain wrote: |
If you live near SLC, drink Unita beer. The Hop Nosh is an excellent IPA, Baba is a great dark lager, I don't know the name of the porter but it is amazing.
Also, if you are in the Ouray area of Colorado, stop by the Ouray Brewery, their IPA is great, too. AND...if you're in Montrose Co, or Ridgway, eat pizza and drink beer at Colorado Boy Pizza, best pizza ever. Beers aren't bad, either.
Seriously, Unita. |
Uinta Brewing. Not Unita.
Just had some of their winter beer. Not bad. Looking forward to some of their other selections.
_________________
nothing |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
VOLKSWAGNUT
Fastest VW Belt Changer
Joined: October 14, 2007
Posts: 11054
Location: Flippin' a Belt........ .... Off-n-On ... NC USA
|
| Posted: Sun Feb 01, 2015 7:47 am Post subject: |
|
|
Diving deeper into a Sam Adams current seasonal pack Crystal Pale Ale.
Good with a nice light hoppy flavor.
Went out for dinner to a super local hidden gem restaurant which has a very nice selection of micros.
Had a draft Torch Pilsner from from Foothills Brewery (NC). Very nice beer so finished and repeated.
_________________
aka Ken {o\!/o}
Its your vehicle- stop askin' for approval-do what YOU like for cryin' out loud
Better to roll em' how you want and wear em' out-than lettin' em' rot out
Its about the going not the showing
Rebuilt to drive not decorate
WANTED: Local Eatin' Joints, Triple D for TheSamba contributions here http://www.thesamba.com/vw/forum/viewtopic.php?t=570510
Search "VOLKSWAGNUT" on YouTube since you cant watch a "certain" BELT change video round here
Usually and often edited |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
rosevillain
Samba Member
Joined: December 28, 2005
Posts: 1289
Location: roseville, ca
|
| Posted: Sun Feb 01, 2015 8:23 am Post subject: |
|
|
| cdennisg wrote: |
| rosevillain wrote: |
If you live near SLC, drink Unita beer. The Hop Nosh is an excellent IPA, Baba is a great dark lager, I don't know the name of the porter but it is amazing.
Also, if you are in the Ouray area of Colorado, stop by the Ouray Brewery, their IPA is great, too. AND...if you're in Montrose Co, or Ridgway, eat pizza and drink beer at Colorado Boy Pizza, best pizza ever. Beers aren't bad, either.
Seriously, Unita. |
Uinta Brewing. Not Unita.
Just had some of their winter beer. Not bad. Looking forward to some of their other selections. |
Uinta, like the mountains. I don't know what happened there. |
|
| Back to top |
|
|
|
