Has anyone tasted the 2013 Pliny the Younger?

Discussion in 'US - Pacific' started by 1beergeek, Feb 5, 2013.

  1. 1beergeek Member

    Location:
    New Mexico
    I'm heading to Northern California on Friday the 8th of February. I hear the lines at Russian River have been down the block and a good 6 hour wait. Has anyone heard anymore about this? I know they are not filling growlers anymore, but 6 hours just for a tast of heaven may be a little too long.
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  2. Squatchito Member

    Location:
    Virginia
    I had it about 30 seconds after it was put in the keg, and the hops were already starting to fade. Definate pass I'd say.
  3. 1beergeek Member

    Location:
    New Mexico
    Wow, thanks for the heads up. Yea, I'd say it is not worth the wait then. Plenty of other great beers in No. Cal. Heading to Drakes, 21st Amendment, Laganitas, Moylans and Bear Republic.
  4. goodbetterbestbested Member

    Location:
    California
  5. rgco Member

    Location:
    California
    It has aromatic notes of dandelions, big league chew, Siracha, and hops.

    And you can go up this evening and not wait in line.
  6. penniwisdom Member

    Location:
    California
    Had some glasses yesterday. It is definitely better this year than last year. Much smoother, less alcohol heat, the Amarillos really pop in the aroma and flavor. Vinnie knows how to make a great hoppy beer. Enjoy.
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  7. 1beergeek Member

    Location:
    New Mexico
    I had no intention of not waiting in line for a few products of the Younger. How can this not be pure heaven on earth. I can't wait!
  8. litheum94 Member

    Location:
    California
    I went I Super Bowl Sunday. No line. It's a world class beer again this year, on par with last years. I still think the batch from two year ago was better. It was a delicious tropical fruit bomb. That could just be how I remember it though.
  9. VeggieNugget Member

    Location:
    California
    If you're here anyway, it's definitely worth it to get it straight from the brewery. Went on Super Bowl Sunday, only waited 20 minutes and got a seat at the bar no problem. I'm liking this year's batch better than last year, smoother, really nice clean finish. Enjoy your trip!
  10. 1424IpA Member

    Location:
    California
    We arrived at 1030 on monday and sat at a table at 1130. Never had it before but really enjoyed it but not my #1 at this point...maybe next year...lol
  11. kotayk Member

    Location:
    California
    NICE !! -- a reverse "last years was better than this years" -- well done Sir!
  12. deathcharms Member

    Location:
    California
    They used different spices this year.
  13. evilc Member

    Location:
    California
    Collab with DFH?
  14. 1beergeek Member

    Location:
    New Mexico
    Only two more day's until we go. I am getting excited. Can't wait for the first sip of the Younger. Really looking forward to checking out all of the other brewery's in the area. First time going to Moylan's. Heard good things about the Hopsicle.
  15. WestCoastBrew2 Member

    Location:
    California
    Went on Monday around 5:30, about a 40 minute wait to get in..........well worth it
  16. 1beergeek Member

    Location:
    New Mexico
    Awesome, thanks for the update. I freakin love that place.

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