I called HyVee Wine and Spirits on Mills Civic in West Des Moines, they said they sold all of their allotment (10 cases worth) and they'd have to wait until next week to order more.
Ames Lager
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It makes no sense for a central Iowa hyvee to not carry Ames Lager. I’m guessing the manager doesn’t have much say and he’s just being purposely bitter. Either way, I’d go to another liquor store from now on.
I should have added the follow-up. I found Cody Road (five varieties) at Grimes Spirits & Liquor. I was happy to give my money to that small local business rather than the corporate overlord that is HyVee.
Just snagged 4 sixers at Waukee Hyvee! Worker said those were last 4 and they've sold more than 40 cases.
Jordan Creek and University Hyvee said they are getting more on Monday.
Jordan Creek and University Hyvee said they are getting more on Monday.
I'm wondering how the retailers are handling the flash instant demand? Do they increase their order significantly or do they keep the simple 10 case orders and go from there. How does West O handle it? Do they ramp up production only to see the flash go away and get stuck with it?
All very very intriguing. I know nothing about beer sales. Will Ames Lager demand stay or once we all get our 1 or 2 six packs will go back to old faithfulls?
All very very intriguing. I know nothing about beer sales. Will Ames Lager demand stay or once we all get our 1 or 2 six packs will go back to old faithfulls?
Guy that lives near Toppling Goliath and Pulpit Rock in here complaining about not having beer access the rest of us Iowans do.
I'm a southeast Iowa guy and the selection is awful. I'm driving across SE Iowa for a FB game tonight. Anyone out there seen a place with Ames Lager I can swing by?
I’m not married to Busch Light. If Ames Lager is tasty (sounds like it is), I plan for it to be my new standard. Mix in a few Clonefest, Trice Ale, etc for variety.
I think demand would be steady through football season. If I like it equal or more than something I may normally purchase, Ames Lager would replace the other(s).
Demand will obviously peak and then settle out. There will be high initial excitement coupled by hitting right at football season is going to make it hard to find.
It will be interesting to see how West O reacts. They are obviously already working to increase capacity, but I would assume they are trying to predict the long term demand not the initial bubble and not over investing.
I will only purchase Ames lager as a regular beer. I'll branch out with some varieties every now and then, but I plan on trying to make it 75% of my beer consumption
Edgewood Road in CR is out, but indicated they're hoping to have more next week.
In typical Cyclone fan response this is on pace to be the top rated Lager on untappd once we hit the minimum number of rankings. I personally think even the best lager is capped in how high I actually rate it, but you can bet I'm giving this one a 5.Regardless if you tried it or not, give it a rating! This really helps the breweries especially if it would raise their overall rating.
Ames Lager - West O Beer - Untappd
Ames Lager by West O Beer is a Lager - American which has a rating of 3.7 out of 5, with 1,293 ratings and reviews on Untappd.untp.beer
For those that care...
Swarm - Rating 3.74 with 1267 check ins
Ames Lager - Rating 4.62 with 43 check ins
Personally for the masses I do think a Lager was a way better choice than a blonde ale.
Also for reference
Legend - 4.02 with 25 checkins
CloneFest - 3.67 with 1526 check ins (surprised that is so low since it's been around awhile.
Hawktoberfest - 3.6 with 12,466 check ins
We always try to keep something light in our fridge. In the past it's been Busch Light. It'll likely be Ames Lager from here on out.
Guy should be fired for that attitude. Central Iowa is just as much, if not more, Cyclone territory than Hawkeye.
I just bought some there about an hour ago and there were like 3 packs left. Guessing gone by now.
She was probably trying to make conversation. I'd suggest a tougher skin if a middle aged hy-vee cashier can get to you. If you belittle ISU, Ames, our fans, I get it. That pisses me off. But dumb rivalry ribbing is normal.
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