That's kinda what I thought, but if someone said it was so great that I had to go, I would. I have about 9 1/2 days of vacation left this year, and figured I'd use some if it was worth it. Thanks for the info.

quote: Originally posted by EyeChartBrew Nine hours of driving to Denver (presumably on Wednesday), GABF on Thursday, then nine hours home on Friday? Plus the cash for tickets, gas money for the car, and the cash for two nights stay in Denver (none of which are cheap)...? No, I would say it's not worth all that. Yes, it is a huge Fest and all, but I think after all that effort getting there, you'd be a little disappointed once you finally got elbow-to-elbow with the masses -- many of whom wouldn't know a Double IPA from a Killians Irish Red, in my expierence.... //TB

I say it's totally worth it. I went last year, and I really wish I could afford it this year. It does get expensive though.

Anyone going this year?

Winners are posted: http://www.beertown.org/ How'd everyone do? Virginia brewers hauled in 7 medals.

Did anyone go?

I went to the festival. I had a great time, which has a lot to do with knowing many people and being invited to all the parties. On the other hand, if you just like beer, there were a lot of beers you could taste and a lot of great people you could talk with at the festival. Don't care that much about the awards, but hey, I don't make any beer. You Pals need to get out of the house sometime. For example, go to Brewtopia in NYC next month, they have a lot of the same brewers there and its a lot closer to home. Cheaper too! quote]Originally posted by Dansting
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I also was interested by the American Style Stout. Anyone know what makes it different from other Stouts?