Is Sam Adams Utopias really worth it?

Question

I'm thinking about buying a couple bottle when the Boston Brewing Co makes the next batch next year. I was wondering who has tried it, what other brews it compares to, and is it really worth $100+ a bottle.

Answer 1

Think of your absolute favorite beer, now think of how many you could buy with a hundred bucks.

In fact, think of how many different beers you could buy with a hundred. You could explore German and Belgium beers for weeks.

Or you could buy a single bottle of Sam Adams. Can it possibly be better?

Answer 2

no

Answer 3

I have a friend that bought two bottles in October last year. He is holding one cellar style and the other he had a tasting. I think it is released every two years.

If it is good and you have the $ then why not get it.

Answer 4

I don't know if I'd get a couple of bottles...one is usually enough. Remember it is still a beer...even if it is a borderline liqueur and it should be consumed after opening. I've seen bars keep it opened serving a glass at a time out of it. Beer doesn't work like that. Get your bottle and call a bunch of friends that enjoy a good beer...A GOOD BEER...and have at it.

Is it worth it? That is up to you to decide. I know I'll be picking up a bottle next time its brewed. As a side note, so far it has been three years in between batches and there is no telling if it will ever be released again.

Answer 5

I shared a bottle of it with friends on my fortieth birthday.  While it was very good, it wasn't worth the price.

Answer 6

No beer is worth that much.

Answer 7

I think you have to be a pretty serious beer drinker to pay that high end price but if it fits into your budget it would be a pretty interesting buy.