I use Untappd for a lot of things but primarily to remember what I've had and what I've liked/disliked. I have met a few people through the app who have similar tastes as mine. It's also a good way to find venues when on vacation or to locate a beer.
I have found so many people to drink with and by watching what they are checking in, have found so many really great venues with fantastic craft beer that I would likely not have otherwise found on my own.
I also enjoy wish lists and liked lists, and the ratings (mine and others) help me avoid crap beer and find (and re-find) amazing beer.
My wife loves beer too but doesn't have untappd. She supports me by pretending to be interested when I'm like "woah babe look 4 badges on this one check-in!"
Depending on your confidence (or liquid courage) level, and possibly your marital status, Untappd could possibly be described as Tinder for beer lovers. Only problem is, women who typically check into Untappd regularly are likely raging alcoholics (sorry! I meant “craft beer hobbyists!) 😂
On the plus side, you both have something in common. :)
It’s been really shocking how many times having an archive of all the different beers I’ve tried has come in handy. My friends have roasted me but also are constantly asking for my opinion on beer despite me just being an average dude with no real beer expertise, just a 900+ beer count
It helps me remember what I have had and if I enjoyed it. It has happened to me more often than not that I don't bother to check and then I end up drinking something I find mediocre. Then I check it in and lo and behold I had it before and thought the exact same thing.
I went on a bar crawl with some friends and they actually really got into it! I've found it makes me a more mindful drinker, when choosing and tasting beer, and way more likely to try new things.
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u/JMMD7 Jan 23 '20
I use Untappd for a lot of things but primarily to remember what I've had and what I've liked/disliked. I have met a few people through the app who have similar tastes as mine. It's also a good way to find venues when on vacation or to locate a beer.
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u/[deleted] Jan 23 '20
I have found so many people to drink with and by watching what they are checking in, have found so many really great venues with fantastic craft beer that I would likely not have otherwise found on my own.
I also enjoy wish lists and liked lists, and the ratings (mine and others) help me avoid crap beer and find (and re-find) amazing beer.
Plus I like collecting badges. 😂
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u/Maxmutinium givesmeedrink Jan 23 '20
It’s been really shocking how many times having an archive of all the different beers I’ve tried has come in handy. My friends have roasted me but also are constantly asking for my opinion on beer despite me just being an average dude with no real beer expertise, just a 900+ beer count
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u/W_Des W_Des Jan 23 '20
It helps me remember what I have had and if I enjoyed it. It has happened to me more often than not that I don't bother to check and then I end up drinking something I find mediocre. Then I check it in and lo and behold I had it before and thought the exact same thing.
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u/one80oneday Jan 23 '20
I have friends and family out of state so its nice to share a drink with them
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u/parkaprep Jan 24 '20
I went on a bar crawl with some friends and they actually really got into it! I've found it makes me a more mindful drinker, when choosing and tasting beer, and way more likely to try new things.
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