Vic 2011 Case Swap

[Siborg]

I've been to two swaps, and definitely the best difference for me was the volume. Bottling 24 bottles is way better, as it suits alot of us who keg (19L) and CPBF.

I'm happy to do either really. I like wolfy's idea. One actual swap (even if larger, say 28) with a share night at someones place, or two smaller swaps a year (20-24 ppl).

 

[insane_rosenberg]

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.

Thanks for the feedback WarmBeer. I agree, 28 is the max I could squeeze out of a batch. Also agree that 24 would be nicer. Keep a few aside for tasting or comps or whatever.

Will be tracking this thread for a date and place.

 

[Cocko]

Double swap, once a year. 48 longies. (2 different brews)

Sign up is released on a set date [3-4 months prior], at a set time and its an all in! h34r:


Ok, maybe not... love a swap, just not this **** that comes with it now..

2c.

 

[bum]

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!

I was going to mention this sequence of events you've recalled here when I first read WarmBeer's OP - although I don't find the comparison really holds. The tone here is completely different and totally inclusive.

Haven't voted as what put me off the last swap was the realisation that there's some people I just don't wish to share a beer with - shame it puts me off having one with those that I do.

 

[haysie]

Haven't voted as what put me off the last swap was the realisation that there's some people I just don't wish to share a beer with - shame it puts me off having one with those that I do.

So why bother posting more of your silvertongue dribble? just to hang it on previous swaps.
Ninkompoop non swapper thread you may need to run with your other self rightous threads, in the meantime get some brewing skills and stop questioning yourself daydreamer.

 

[Acasta]

I'd love to join in on a swap, i was actually thinking about coming along to one the other day. A real good chance to see if im doing things right and getting some feedback, but also trying out other peoples great brews.

 

[bum]

So why bother posting more of your silvertongue dribble? just to hang it on previous swaps.
Ninkompoop non swapper thread you may need to run with your other self rightous threads, in the meantime get some brewing skills and stop questioning yourself daydreamer.

I didn't hang anything on any swap. As I recall it, it was attendees of a (then) recent hanging it on the previous swap and the quality of the beers that turned a lot of noobs away. Why post? I feel I have a right to comment in response to the issue raised in the post I originally quoted as I am one of those under discussion.
I'm not sure how to respond to the next bit - you're channelling speedie. My understanding is to your point as your understanding is to the word 'thread'. As for the brewing skills, well, I'm trying. And, as far as I am concerned, as soon as you stop questioning yourself you stop trying.

 

[Acasta]

Sounds like I missed something... What went wrong with the last case swap?

 

[bum]

Nothing. Sounds like everyone had a good time and good beer.

[EDIT: that reads as sarcastic - not intended in any way]

 

[Acasta]

...As I recall it, it was attendees of a (then) recent hanging it on the previous swap and the quality of the beers that turned a lot of noobs away...

Ahh ok, this quote made it sound like something happened .

 

[bum]

Yeah, that's pretty ****** writing on my part. Those who've discussed what happened above or felt like they were effected by it probably know what I was getting at. Ignore the confusion I've caused. Not suggesting that there's a reason not to go to one of these swaps if you want to. Get amongst it.

 

[proudscum]

be keen as mustard just need to find 30 longnecks.....

 

[donmateo]

Despite the awesome quality of the beers contributed, last years Vic Xmas case swap was a "reduced" affair.
...

I agree about the quality of the beers last swap - for me easily the best swap I've participated in.
I'd be happy if there were a couple of swaps a year - but it would be good to have a size of 24 or less as it gives room for tasters, and a few to put aside.

 

[WarmBeer]

Stuff it. Couldn't be bothered waiting around any longer, so I made the case swap list, it's in the Articles section.

Now, WTF am I gonna brew?

 

[zebba]

Agree on 24 cap.

I like the idea of 2 a year, but last year the summer was wayyy to close to the mid-year - and I don't think there is any way around that. If I had to choose, it'd be mid year.

 

[Siborg]

Stuff it. Couldn't be bothered waiting around any longer, so I made the case swap list, it's in the Articles section.

Now, WTF am I gonna brew?

Good stuff WB.

The last two swaps have been awesome. Even the last one, although less people, it was good to sit down and say "this is 'X's' beer: have a go at evaluating it and offer some unbiased feedback on the forum... at the least enjoy a decent beer from everyone who you meet at the swap, and get some honest feedback about your own beer."

Just do it I say... and don't forget to brew!

 

[StraussyStrauss]

Well I've thrown my name into the ring...

I was an attendee at the last swap...for all of 20 mins!

 

[Siborg]

was still good to meet ya... be good to try your brew. what are you thinking of brewing?

 

[StraussyStrauss]

was still good to meet ya... be good to try your brew. what are you thinking of brewing?

I'm not sure yet...I don't see it being too 'way out'. Altho I really enjoy beers that you don't see every day.

What is the feeling of case swaps? Are they expiermental (or just mental), or do people put up there tried and tested brews? :wacko:

 

[Siborg]

I'm not sure yet...I don't see it being too 'way out'. Altho I really enjoy beers that you don't see every day.

What is the feeling of case swaps? Are they expiermental (or just mental), or do people put up there tried and tested brews? :wacko:

opening up a can o worms there.

I have pulled a fluke with a James Squire Amber ale clone. The Xmas one was a tweak on a previously brewed scottish ale recipe.

I had more positive feedback from the second one, because I had it before and I thought "it was good, but:..." I made the changes I thought were necessary and improved on it.

My advice is take the best brew you've done. Think about its flaws, or if you couldn't think of any, what you would change to make it better. Pay extra special close attention to your sanitation (a big issue in prior events) and your ferment temp. Ask around here for some advice as to what temp to make a particular recipe at with a particular strain (someone's probably really used to that strain and will know ideal temps for certain characteristics).