Finding four taps in one place for an extended taste comparision in southern MN River valley is tough, can't find it even in Mankato. However, Patrick's in St Peter was closest to the best place. On my visit midweek, the Summit Oktoberfest was all out as I sampled an off ""bottom of the barrel."" But they had the three other domestic Oktoberfests on tap, Lineys, Sam Adams, and Schells. I think that that the 2008 Summit would be the best.
Pros: 16 taps including Guinness, huge selection of bottled beers & liquors
Cons: lots of Gustavus college age visit, but the clientele is broad-based
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