OT: Good spring beer on the shelf right now?

Submitted by chuck bass on May 12th, 2018 at 7:23 PM

Nothing too difficult to find, pref. Michigan made, but not mandatory...something besides Oberon and M-43. Will sip a couple tonight and having a family cookout tomorrow. Supposed to be 68-70 degrees. Thanks!

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Naked Bootlegger

May 12th, 2018 at 8:42 PM ^

We have the same palette. Just snagged a 12 pack of Totally Naked tonight.

Totally Naked and Spotted Cow all summer long (Spotted Cow all year long, actually).

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dutchbag

May 12th, 2018 at 8:53 PM ^

Been a few years since I’ve had Spotted Cow. I still dream about it from time to time...

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TheBlueAbides

May 13th, 2018 at 1:17 AM ^

Spotted cow is good, I’ll have to try totally naked next time I’m on the other side of the lake

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JNQ_GOBLUE_79

May 12th, 2018 at 8:51 PM ^

Wheezin' the Juice is nice. I like the fact that its a juicy IPA without being ridiculously hazy.

Bells Hopsolution is probably the easiest drinking DIPA I've had, if you're looking for a more traditional IPA (and higher ABV!!).

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The Krusty Kra…

May 12th, 2018 at 9:05 PM ^

Sculpin IPA, that or their Bonito Blonde is also good.

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Brick

May 12th, 2018 at 11:33 PM ^

Their Even Keel is is a terrific summer session beer

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American Hotel

May 12th, 2018 at 9:16 PM ^

did your son choose Ross or Chicago?

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Arinix

May 12th, 2018 at 9:24 PM ^

Alchohol is a sin

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UrbanLovesMacaque

May 12th, 2018 at 9:33 PM ^

A good German hefeweizen. Mo would be proud. Probably my favorite warm weather beer.

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Yorzinlax

May 12th, 2018 at 9:53 PM ^

you look up Lagunitas Citrusinensis. It's a pale ale with blood Orange juice. Limited release but good for the near future. Go Blue

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Broken Brilliance

May 12th, 2018 at 9:56 PM ^

Lat 42 party at the moon tower double IPA

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corundum

May 12th, 2018 at 10:18 PM ^

Stiegl Radler

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columnatedruins

May 13th, 2018 at 10:23 PM ^

Throw a shot of gin in it & u have a great summer b we v

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Wolverdog

May 12th, 2018 at 10:24 PM ^

Salted Caramel. Great flavor and finish.

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umeuph97

May 13th, 2018 at 12:47 AM ^

And the new cherry chocolate doesn’t suck either...

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Couzen Rick's

May 12th, 2018 at 10:27 PM ^

Founders All day ipa. Not usually an ipa guy but I love that.

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UrbanLovesMacaque

May 12th, 2018 at 11:10 PM ^

Who down votes All Day IPA?

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DrunkOnHiggins

May 12th, 2018 at 11:53 PM ^

My body is Reggie

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lmgoblue1

May 13th, 2018 at 12:17 AM ^

IPA'S are for people who can't brew real beer.

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SagNasty

May 13th, 2018 at 1:00 AM ^

Some ipa’s are terrible. But, there are also so many good IPA’s

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TheBlueAbides

May 13th, 2018 at 1:14 AM ^

This is a trash comment... how dare people have different tastebuds than you

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UrbanLovesMacaque

May 13th, 2018 at 9:39 AM ^

What the hell does that even mean? That's like a Maizen-level take on beer.

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fatherofthree

May 13th, 2018 at 7:17 AM ^

Horrible. Like grapefruit juice

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sum1valiant

May 13th, 2018 at 8:41 AM ^

I've replaced All Day with Lagunitas Sumpin Easy. Fantastic beach beer.

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HailObeans

May 12th, 2018 at 10:55 PM ^

Blue Moon Mango flavored beer... no. That is all

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Joshisbowler

May 13th, 2018 at 9:43 AM ^

But all of their seasonal beers I find disappointing

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Mongo

May 12th, 2018 at 11:02 PM ^

the latest May beer from Two Roads in Stratford CT: https://tworoadsbrewing.com/beers/view/road-jam-raspberry-wheat

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SkyPanther

May 12th, 2018 at 11:08 PM ^

ice cold Fat Tire, 30 mins in the freezer!

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BlueMan80

May 12th, 2018 at 11:24 PM ^

Should be cold by now. Guess I’ll go get one.

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DrunkOnHiggins

May 12th, 2018 at 11:52 PM ^

I haven't had it myself but my Mom was up at Short's last weekend and was able to try Soft Parade Shandy. She said it was good and didn't have such a high ABV as OG Soft Parade. So I seeked some out at Busch's in Brighton earlier today. Found a six pack. Perfect Mother's Day gift.

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lmgoblue1

May 13th, 2018 at 12:16 AM ^

Soft Parade.

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Rose Bowl

May 13th, 2018 at 1:08 AM ^

Drinking Pacifico right now. Not a great beer but tastes good with chips and salsa.

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MGoCali

May 13th, 2018 at 4:21 AM ^

I'm drinking Oaktown Brown by CaliCraft Brewing now. Yes, I know it's not a spring beer, but I can't kick the brown ale habit I picked up last year.

Favorite spring beer...got into craft pils last spring. Does that count? Thinking outloud now.. Firestone Walker's 805 is good.

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Goggles Paisano

May 13th, 2018 at 6:25 AM ^

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2heartedUM

May 13th, 2018 at 6:49 AM ^

Hopsoultion from Bell's, also Whitsun isnt that great. I do like the Sky High Rye from Arcadia.

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2heartedUM

May 13th, 2018 at 6:49 AM ^

Hopsoultion from Bell's, also Whitsun isnt that great. I do like the Sky High Rye from Arcadia.

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YaterSalad

May 13th, 2018 at 8:05 AM ^

Right now, I have a Top 3 on sunshine rotation ... Bearded Iris Homestyle IPA Noon Whistle Gummy HOMES Same Same Different The first two you will need to either go to the brewery or have someone mule the cans for you. HOMES, however, is in A2 off Jackson Rd. They usually have something good in cans if you stop by for a bite.

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oreblue

May 13th, 2018 at 8:46 AM ^

I like Southern Tier's "Where the Hell's Summer", but I don't know if it's available near you. My palate is unrefined, I have to admit usually going with whatever Samuel Adams is available.

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SagNasty

May 13th, 2018 at 8:54 AM ^

Had a North South IPA made by Perin and Cigar City yesterday that was pretty good. Then I had a summer shandy which I regretted. I think that beer is only enjoyable on hot days or at the beach.

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Champ Kind

May 13th, 2018 at 9:04 AM ^

Jai Alai. I think this is the first year it is available in Michigan.

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Goggles Paisano

May 13th, 2018 at 9:24 AM ^

That is one of my favorites down here in Florida.

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moserd

May 13th, 2018 at 12:33 PM ^

Agree on the Jai Lai, Screamin Reels from Saltwater brewery is also very good and made here in Florida.

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donk_destroyer

May 13th, 2018 at 9:24 AM ^

Heard Les Miles bought Jai Eugene one of those to seal the deal.

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Walter Sobchak

May 13th, 2018 at 9:59 AM ^

Have you ever tried Molson Ice?

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SonofaLegend

May 13th, 2018 at 10:16 AM ^

and Sam Adams Porch Rocker. If yer into tarts...

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huntmich

May 13th, 2018 at 11:46 AM ^

I don't have anything good to add but I want to have a bookmark so I can come back to this thread later.

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Eng1980

May 13th, 2018 at 6:37 PM ^

My guests prefer it but it is not near the top of my list

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UMfan21

May 13th, 2018 at 7:03 PM ^

Deschutes Twighlight Summer Ale gets a thumbs up from me. not as good as Mirror Pond, but it's an easy drinking Ale, refreshing in hot weather. enjoying one now.

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