Comments on: Deez Cans

By: EVAN

EVAN — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:33:52 +0000

Yeah, the price tag is a bit much, but worth it. Watch out though, the Gordon cans are $10 for a 4-pack. It’s worth trying but not worth buying on a regular basis.

By: Rob

Rob — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:24:14 +0000

I tried some of this over the weekend based on this writeup, and I was very impressed. One of the better Pale ales I’ve had. The only downside was that it was $10 for a 6 pack, yikes! I think next weekend will be a chance to try the Gordon’s variety.

By: dave

dave — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:29:14 +0000

Aubrey- cans are much more practical as vehicles of beer delivery. It’s a shame that can beer is equated to crap macro beer. As far as beer geekiness goes, you should be pouring your beer into a glass anyways, so it doesn’t matter how it gets to your glass.
Some people claim that canned beer is inferior because it gives off a metallic taste. Maybe it did back in the 60’s, but today, we are so technologically advanced, this is a non-issue. Plus, where do you think draft beer comes from. Glass kegs?
You’re right, the aluminum keeps the beer from getting light struck. Can are also lighter and easier to transport (saving gas when they are transported across the country). They are easier to recycle, and just like you mentioned, people can put some pretty sweet designs on there.
Only downside is those six pack rings, and the baby seagulls that get trapped in them at the local dump. But they’re still way more efficient than a cardboard carrier.
Cheers,
Dave

By: Robin

Robin — Fri, 27 Jun 2008 15:13:37 +0000

Caldera’s Pale and IPA are awesome! My favorite beer in a can after a long hot day!

By: josh

josh — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 12:31:04 +0000

Check out Caldera’s Pale and IPA next time you’re up in Portland, too. Can-tastic!

By: Aubrey

Aubrey — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:18:25 +0000

do you think there is any reason to can beer other than to re-create the aesthetic of summer porch days and abandoned volvos filled with tecate boxes? Does the aluminum serve a purpose (I’m thinking in terms of say a brown bottle versus a clear bottle)? BTW I love the design of this can- those frosty clouds and rays of sunshine? So good.

By: dave

dave — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 13:15:01 +0000

Ha, like the empty glass in the picture.
Dale’s and Old Chub are pretty good, but you NEED to try the Gordon. It’s on tap at Verdugo right now. Awesome tap handle, too.