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Some people collect autographs, some collect antiques, others collect stamps. My hobby is a little different, I collect bars. This site represents my collection, documenting each bar I visit.
This is not a review site, there's plenty of those already. Most posts in this bar diary are slice-of-life recaps of the half hour or so I spent having a beer. I hope you enjoy browsing through my collection!
--ScooterJA Few Random Favorites
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Ruckmoor Lounge
20 November 2022(Crosswoods, Columbus, OH) Scooter’s 1587th bar, first visited in 2022. We almost cut this from our itinerary because we were running an hour behind, but we are so glad we...
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The Bulldog
11 May 2004(Downtown, Kansas City, MO) Scooter’s 17th bar, first visited in 2004. Specializes in prohibition-era and pre-prohibition drinks. One of the few bars in town that serves absinthe. Be sure to...
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Sons of Norway Kringen Lodge / Troll Lounge
22 August 2024(Downtown, Fargo, ND) Scooter’s 1778th bar, first visited in 2024. On almost every bar trip I take I come across at least one place that blows me away. But this...
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#1654: Amalga Distillery
Posted on May 2023 | No Comments(Downtown, Juneau, AK) Scooter’s 1654th bar, first visited in 2023. We popped in here for one drink shortly before last call at the end of another downtown shopping trip. This... -
#1650: Barnaby Brewing Company
Posted on May 2023 | No Comments(Downtown, Juneau, AK) Scooter’s 1650th bar, first visited in 2023. The smallest brewery in Juneau featured a cozy tap room with a handful of tables, a popcorn machine (no other... -
#1649: Devil’s Club Brewing
Posted on May 2023 | No Comments(Downtown, Juneau, AK) Scooter’s 1649th bar, first visited in 2023. Came in here for a few beers after separating from the rest of the group during a shopping excursion. For...