![]() Also grabbed a pack of monthy python ale, as a novelty though, the swill inside is not worth the quest. The selection was pretty good though, many rogue bombers (amazing), some samuel smith and what really surprised me was the Lindemans lambics. Nothing like I expected after hearing their radio adds. Lots of people from the neighbouring store sitting around, kind of a shabby building. This is not the kind of place I'd usually stop by if I hadn't heard about it first. I went 4/11, didn't really plan to go, just got bored and read a review for Rogue's hazelnut brown and they seemed to have it. I have to start off like most others who reviewed this place, MS sucks for beer, so don't expect too much off the wall beers. Come on out and see what the guys who used to make runs out of state to get real beer have to offer! They currently have four taps for filling growlers (soon to be six), a growing selection of Belgian Ales, everything from our lone local brewery (Lazy Magnolia) and, as far as I can tell, every Rogue that is being brewed.Īll in all, the best selection of beer I've seen in Mississippi and well worth the drive from Columbus or Starkville. I've made the trip over from Columbus twice now in two weeks, and I know I'll be back on a weekly basis for the foreseeable future.īoth times I've been in there I've been immediately asked what kind of beer I'm in the mood for and suggestions have been made, both by Phil, the owner and by various staff members. There are none in Columbus, a couple in Starkville that are trying to stock some better beer, and then there's the Smoke Stack, in West Point. Since Mississippi finally repealed its arcane beer laws, I started looking around for a good beer store. I've already joined! I will be back to West Point when my beer urges hit.which is often! Thank you, Smokestack! Aug 12, 2009 He also put me onto, the site for the group trying to repeal Beer Prohibition in MS. The guy behind the counter was very knowledgeable it seemed and made some great suggestions. I can't believe I've been missing the chance to purchase these beers for so long! They have quite a selection of Rogue bombers (of which I purchased several) and several other "legal" brews that I don't see much in other stores in this area. Living in Columbus I hadn't even heard of the place till I joined and searched places in Mississippi. And one of the best places we have is the Smokestack in West Point. Having said that, us beer lovers in Mississippi do the best we can with what we have. Since Alabama recently Freed the Hops that leaves Mississippi as the only state in the nation that doesn't allow high gravity beer. Living and working in Mississippi is not a garden spot for a true beer lover. Visited The Smokestack for the first time today, finally. Overflow parking will be on North Shore Road.Please note that I write this review in comparison to other beer stores I have visited across the nation. How Do I Get To That Stack?Įnter the property on Clay Ave., parking in the parking lot near the former plant. There is no cost to attend "Say Goodbye to the Stack", but the event is a fundraiser for Upper Township Middle School and the Heritage Homestead Day program. What Does It Cost To Take a Stack Selfie? ![]() The purpose of the event is to reflect on the site's history, point out some unique areas of the property, as well as “decorate” the Stack with the artistic talents of Upper Township and Cape May County! Please come prepared with large markers or spray paint to make your mark before the October 26th implosion event. ![]() You can also leave your mark on the smokestack with spray paint or a marker, according to the developers. The “Say Goodbye to the Stack” event will be held on Saturday October 21st from 10:00am-12:00pm. When Can I Take A Selfie With That Stack? ![]() Can I Get Up Close To the Stack Before It's Demolished?īefore that, the developers of the site, the Beesely's Point Development Group, are holding a "Say Goodbye to the Stack" day and giving you the chance to go on the site of the 463-foot tower, and, of course, take a selfie with it.
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