Vic 2011 Case Swap

[WarmBeer]

Despite the awesome quality of the beers contributed, last years Vic Xmas case swap was a "reduced" affair. This might have been due to it's proximity to Christmas, the fact that the July case swap was only 4 months prior, or just a lack of desire to contribute.

In order to get this years case swap started, I want to get people's opinions on what they want out of a case swap.

C'mon Vic's, lets not let those Queenslander's have all the goatsfun!

 

[razz]

I voted for a midyear swap Warmbeer, although I don't mind either, preferably one a year. I haven't done a swap for a couple of years, maybe four years ago. Happy to contribute to a case swap this year, perhaps we could do a joint Bayside/Melbourne brewers get together?

 

[insane_rosenberg]

G'Day WarmBeer,

Never done a swap but keen to get involved this year! How many longnecks would I have to bring along?

A good few months notice is probably the main thing for me.

 

[WarmBeer]

G'Day WarmBeer,

Never done a swap but keen to get involved this year! How many longnecks would I have to bring along?

A good few months notice is probably the main thing for me.

Traditionally, we've limited it to a max of 28 people. This way you bring along 28 longnecks of your own, and walk away with 28 different beers, including one of your own.

28 is just a nice easy number, any more than this and it's too hard to squeeze out of a single brew.

I wanted to get things underway soon, as most of us want/need a couple of months notice for planning and/or lagering time.

 

[Wolfy]

From the feedback in the past I think most people would be happy for one swap per year.
However the middle of winter is not really the best time for a get together.

How about the following:
1 actual swap (and meet) per year in June/July
And non-swap meet/socialize/share beer some time in the Summer?

 

[np1962]

25th June would be perfect h34r:

 

[wakkatoo]

Voted for 1 swap, mid year that I would bring beer to. Did this last year and had a ball. Just got too busy for the xmas one so didn't take part. Will be a part of a mid year one this year as well if it doesn't clash with a wedding I have to attend in Thailand B)

 

[WarmBeer]

25th June would be perfect h34r:

Are you planning on being in a real city for a change that weekend?

 

[np1962]

Are you planning on being in a real city for a change that weekend?

23rd to the 29th, not sure what you mean by real though. :icon_cheers:

 

[Leigh]

I think the real conjecture is the size of the swap, drop it back to 24 and have two a year...Most people can only do one a year, but that does not mean there should be just one!

I won't be swapping at all if there are more than 24, my batch sizes just does not allow for 28 bottles plus back ups and testers...

And I hate to state the obvious, but I think a thread like this will only deter people from swapping, as did the thread prior to the 2010 Xmas swap!

 

[WarmBeer]

And I hate to state the obvious, but I think a thread like this will only deter people from swapping, as did the thread prior to the 2010 Xmas swap!

Leigh, as usual, you are entitled to your opinion, but also as usual, you are wrong.

Just kidding mate Just trying to get people talking, see how many are keen for a winter swap. I'm not going to bother with an Xmas one, life gets too busy at the end of the year.

The last thing I want out of this thread is another shitstorm. Lets bring the case swap back to what it is; like-minded people with a passion for beer wanting to give away their own beer for free.

 

[Steve@PMF82]

Never done anything like this.
I would be interested if it was only 24 necks and that would be a challenge sqeezing out something decent on my system.
Hmm would have to find some bottles to, or drink a coopers neck everyday for the next 3.5 weeks...hmm :chug: :blink:

 

[Leigh]

The last thing I want out of this thread is another shitstorm.

...and here I was thinking you were bored at work LOL

IMO, we just need a host

I'm not in the position to host right at the moment, but come November might put on a show...but that will depend on if/when a Xmas in July (in June) swap occurs, as agree, last years were too close together!

PS You have a PM

 

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I agree will Leigh. I would prefer to have the luxury of choosing between two swaps, though I will only likely have the time to participate in one. If it's cut back to one I am guessing a few people will miss out. 24 bottles would possibly be a bit easier to manage.
Cheers
Mal

 

[WarmBeer]

I agree will Leigh. I would prefer to have the luxury of choosing between two swaps, though I will only likely have the time to participate in one. If it's cut back to one I am guessing a few people will miss out. 24 bottles would possibly be a bit easier to manage.
Cheers
Mal

Mal, you're only allowed to come if you submit similar outstanding quality beer reviews as the last swap

 

[HoppingMad]

I hate to state the obvious, but I think a thread like this will only deter people from swapping, as did the thread prior to the 2010 Xmas swap!

+1 Agree 100%. Warm beer is also on the money saying we should avoid the shitstorm.

Be aware that multiple rules, and declarations that only perfect beers can be entered also discouraged many (myself included). Let's try not to make the swaps so hard this year, and just celebrate the beer. It doesn't need to be that hard.

Hopper.

 

[np1962]

While I am obviously an outsider I'd like to say that two things have rejuvenated the Adelaide swap IMO, to the point where there may be three or four this year.
One- 24 bottles per brewer, standard brew length for most who keg their beer. Gives a tester or two and one or two to try on the night.
Two- Ensuring there is no implied AG snobbery. K&K, extract or AG all welcome whether they be swappers or just attendees.
Experienced brewers in attendance can give advice to those new to the game. After all these events should be for improving the standard of the beer and brewers.
Cheers
Nige

 

[haysie]

I agree will Leigh. I would prefer to have the luxury of choosing between two swaps, though I will only likely have the time to participate in one. If it's cut back to one I am guessing a few people will miss out. 24 bottles would possibly be a bit easier to manage.
Cheers
Mal

Just to receive mcooks left field reviews are justification for participating.

No real thoughts re the 1 or 2 per year but would like to see things capped at a homebrew range of max 24. 28 is to big and requires nearly every last drop sucked from your fermenter with no room for tasters, or as happens a few xtra bottles of this other beer which according to some isnt right. I would prefer to have tasted beer from the brewer rather than winging it with no bottles for own tasting before submitting.

edit, I would be very surprised if there were 28 participants anyhow, lotsa previous Vic folk dont even frequent here anymore.
The brewerhood up north is obviously of a much tighter knit (goatsknit).

 

[reg]

I would attend a mid year one again.
Just cannot do the xmas one with so many bdays around that time.

 

[therook]

Traditionally, we've limited it to a max of 28 people. This way you bring along 28 longnecks of your own, and walk away with 28 different beers, including one of your own.

28 is just a nice easy number, any more than this and it's too hard to squeeze out of a single brew.

I wanted to get things underway soon, as most of us want/need a couple of months notice for planning and/or lagering time.

Bit confused, I've been to most case swaps and 28 has only occurred i THINK at the last one.

I'll swap if it is as the trouble maker Leigh has stated 24

Rook