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  • Spotlight on Solemn Oath Brewery

  • Inside Scoop: Illinois Craft Beer Week, Beer Under Glass, Summer Passport program, Pint Day and more

  • Illinois Brewing Insider: Fred Sanchez on Hubbard’s Cave barrel-aged offerings, Mikerphone’s orange-vanilla IPA and Beer on the Wall’s selection

  • Inside Scoop: Links Taproom & Brewery opening in Chicago this summer, Pilot Project adding Wrigleyville location, Beer Under Glass kicks off Craft Beer Week May 9, St. Charles Brew Tour, and much more

  • Brewer’s Choice: Adams Street Brewery’s Mark Duchow and Jim Riggs on great recent beers from Off Color, Double Clutch and Dovetail, raking in 17 awards in 2024, and tapping a pair of favorite stouts this spring

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  • Brewery Spotlights

    Spotlight on Solemn Oath Brewery

    By Trent Modglin
    April 14, 2025
    Spotlight on Solemn Oath Brewery: Going strong after 13 years — with locations in Naperville and Chicago — this perennial favorite has always focused ...
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  • Inside Scoop

    Inside Scoop: Illinois Craft Beer Week, Beer Under Glass, Summer Passport program, Pint Day and more

    By Trent Modglin
    April 9, 2025
    Illinois Craft Beer Week runs May 9-16: Busy times for enjoying good brews with Beer Under Glass, the Summer Passport program, Pint Day and ...
    Read More
  • IB Insiders

    Illinois Brewing Insider: Fred Sanchez on Hubbard’s Cave barrel-aged offerings, Mikerphone’s orange-vanilla IPA and Beer on the Wall’s selection

    By Trent Modglin
    April 7, 2025
    Illinois Brewing Insider Fred Sanchez on a love of Hubbard’s Cave barrel-aged offerings, Mikerphone’s orange-vanilla milkshake IPA and Mambo Italian pilsner, Haymarket’s Chicago Tavern ...
    Read More
  • Inside Scoop

    Inside Scoop: Links Taproom & Brewery opening in Chicago this summer, Pilot Project adding Wrigleyville location, Beer Under Glass kicks off Craft Beer Week May 9, St. Charles Brew Tour, and much more

    By Trent Modglin
    April 2, 2025
    By Trent Modglin Links Taproom & Brewery set to take over On Tour Brewing space in Chicago’s West Town this summer Links Taproom, a ...
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  • Brewer's Choice

    Brewer’s Choice: Adams Street Brewery’s Mark Duchow and Jim Riggs on great recent beers from Off Color, Double Clutch and Dovetail, raking in 17 awards in 2024, and tapping a pair of favorite stouts this spring

    By Trent Modglin
    March 27, 2025
    Adams Street Brewery inside the historic Berghoff restaurant 17 W. Adams in Chicago AdamsStreetBrewery.com The last really good beer I drank was… Jim: Typically, ...
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  • IB Insiders

    Illinois Brewing Insider Ted Perez on his favorite local breweries, Monk’s Pub, Sketchbook’s patio and honey basil ale, and fun beer experiences in Japan

    By Trent Modglin
    March 22, 2025
    Ted Perez Founder of the Evanston Homebrew Club Favorite breweries: Tough question! With over 300 breweries in the state, I know there’s always a ...
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  • Brewer's Choice

    Brewer’s choice: Hand of Fate Brewing’s Mike Allison on the kellerbier from Anvil & Forge, being a fan of all things White Oak, and his own cream ale developing a cult following

    By Trent Modglin
    March 6, 2025
    Hand of Fate Brewing’s game night Mike Allison Owner and head brewer Hand of Fate Brewing Company Co. Petersburg, IL The last really good ...
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  • Brewery Spotlights

    Spotlight on Old Irving Brewing Company: This award-winning favorite on Chicago’s NW side boasts a welcoming vibe and a seriously scrumptious menu. And did we mention they’re expanding?

    By Trent Modglin
    February 25, 2025
    Old Irving Brewing Co. 4419 W. Montrose Ave. in Chicago OldIrvingBrewing.com Monday-Thursday: Noon-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday: Noon-midnight Sunday: Noon-10 p.m. History in short: Like so ...
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  • IB Insiders

    Illinois Brewing Insider: Mike Gemma on creating a welcoming vibe at Haymarket, Piece Pizza as a go-to spot, Hopewell Brewing’s Tank Beer and visiting Russian River on his anniversary

    By Trent Modglin
    February 21, 2025
    Mike Gemma Co-owner, Haymarket Pub & Brewery Chicago, IL and Bridgman, MI Favorite breweries: So many great ones to choose from! Can’t really go ...
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  • Last Call

    Last Call: From Buffalo Creek Brewing to The Village Tap, and Lunar Brewing to Kaiser Tiger and The Vine of Grayslake, we asked our readers for the coziest brewery or bar for the cold winter months

    By Trent Modglin
    February 17, 2025
    Buffalo Creek Brewing in historic Long Grove What’s the coziest brewery or bar for these cold winter months? I would have to say Buffalo ...
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Sponsored by the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild, Illinois Brewing is printed and distributed quarterly (early January, April, July and October) to more than 250 breweries across the state as well as more than 100 craft beer-focused bars, restaurants and stores. Each member of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild’s IMBIBE club also receives the magazine in the mail. 

Publisher/owner: Trent Modglin
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Loved hanging out at the @sewhopdbrewery Mug Club Loved hanging out at the @sewhopdbrewery Mug Club party on Monday in Huntley. The Hey, Hey Hazy IPA, tacos from Del Toro and live music from Michael Patterson were top notch. Didn’t win the raffle, but there’s always next time.
From our big spring issue... Spotlight on @solemn From our big spring issue... Spotlight on @solemnoathbeer (and @hiddenhandbeer ): Going strong after 13 years — with locations in Naperville and Chicago — this perennial favorite has always focused on a diverse beer lineup, European-like community experiences, and a belief that the brand is an “unfinished idea” Read the feature now at illinoisbrewing.com
Made a run down to the old neighborhood in Chicago Made a run down to the old neighborhood in Chicago to get some swings in with the kid before settling in for the back 9 of The Masters/Rory roller coaster with a @hopewellbrewing Ride or Die pale ale and @maplewoodbrew Crushinator session IPA
Read @ilcraftbeer executive director Ray Stout’s Read @ilcraftbeer executive director Ray Stout’s column from our spring issue @ilcraftbeerweek runs May 9-16: Busy times for enjoying good brews with Beer Under Glass, the Summer Passport program, Pint Day and more https://illinoisbrewing.com/2025/04/09/inside-scoop-illinois-craft-beer-week-beer-under-glass-summer-passport-program-pint-day-and-more/
From our spring issue — Illinois Brewing Insider From our spring issue — Illinois Brewing Insider Fred Sanchez on a love of @hubbards_cave barrel-aged offerings, @mikerphonebrewing orange-vanilla milkshake IPA and Mambo Italian pilsner, @haymarketbeer Chicago Tavern Beer, the rotating selection and vibe at @theharpandfiddle and @wehavegreatbeerpr and taking a break from California wine country to hit up @firestonewalker Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #CraftBeer #illinoisbeer
Yes, the content of our spring issue is just that Yes, the content of our spring issue is just that good. Go ahead, try to put it down
Sometimes, when out replenishing your spring issue Sometimes, when out replenishing your spring issue, passing on some of the quality craft beer this state is known for turns out to be a fruitless endeavor. And we’re OK with that #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #illinoisbeer
Very excited about this move for @liquidlovebrewin Very excited about this move for @liquidlovebrewing and a nice addition for @brewyards in north suburban Wheeling
Experience the St. Charles Brew Tour through the @ Experience the St. Charles Brew Tour through the @stcalliance Nestled in along the Fox River in the far west suburbs, St. Charles is a thriving community of shops, restaurants, events and — yep, craft breweries. Home to six renowned breweries — @alterbeer.stc @93octanebrewery @pollyannabrewingcompany @riverlandsbrewingcompany @brokenbrix_cidery and @dandgbrewing — St. Charles now offers a year-round, self-guided brew tour, making it easy to experience the charming taprooms and well-crafted beers at each one. Get started today at StCalliance.org/brewtour
Get the Inside Scoop from our new spring issue: @l Get the Inside Scoop from our new spring issue: @linkstaproom & Brewery opening in Chicago this summer, @pilotprojectbrewing adding Wrigleyville location, Beer Under Glass kicks off @ilcraftbeerweek May 9, the @stcalliance Brew Tour, @maplewoodbrew adding a kitchen and much more Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com #IllinoisBrewing #craftbeer #DrinkIllinois #illinoisbeer
A dozen Illinois breweries have been working on so A dozen Illinois breweries have been working on something special: 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 is starting April 7th! Each brewery has been tasked with designing and building a unique mini golf hole. Combined, they will form a custom 12-hole mini golf course across the greater Chicagoland area. All you have to do is show up and play, post your score and you’ll be entered to win sweet prizes. Visit all 12 and get entered into the grand prize drawing for even more cool stuff. At the end, players will have the chance to vote for their favorite hole and the brewery will be crowned “Hole Designer of the Year” For more info, check out: bubblehousebrewing.com/links Participating Breweries: @arthistorybrewing @brotherchimpbrewing @blindcornerbeer @bubblehousebrewing @churchstbrew @mikerphonebrewing @noonwhistlebrewing x 2 @skeletonkeybrewery @solemnoathbeer @soundgrowler @sturdyshelterbrewing
Did you hear? There’s a new venue for the Beer U Did you hear? There’s a new venue for the Beer Under Glass festival from the @ilcraftbeer Guild this year. Yep, on Friday, May 9, you’ll have 200+ beers to sample from across the state — all atop the beautiful @harristheaterchicago rooftop terrace at 205 E. Randolph in Chicago. BUG — which kicks off @ilcraftbeerweek — runs 5:30-8:30 p.m. (VIP entry is at 4:30). Tickets on sale now at IllinoisBeer.org General Admission | $55 VIP Early Entry | $65
If you haven’t been to the new @diversey_house t If you haven’t been to the new @diversey_house to snag some of Chicago’s best wings and ribs, as well as beers from @moorsbeer and @steepravinebrewingco you’re missing out. Great spot right off the Kennedy in Logan Square #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #wings #MarchMadness
When it’s 78 degrees in late March, it’s a cle When it’s 78 degrees in late March, it’s a clear signal from the gods that it’s time for a patio beer at @uneannee and @hubbards_cave in Niles. Grab a copy of Illinois Brewing here and read all about their famous cave monster sandwich (think brisket, pulled pork, cheese, giardinera, etc) in our spring issue’s Last Call section #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #illinoisbeer
Check out our spring issue of Illinois Brewing, an Check out our spring issue of Illinois Brewing, and look for it at nearly 400 locations across the state
Brewer’s Choice: Mark Duchow and Jim Riggs from Brewer’s Choice: Mark Duchow and Jim Riggs from @adamsstreetbrewery on great recent beers from @offcolorbrewing @doubleclutchbrewery and @dovetailbrewery … raking in 17 awards in 2024 … and tapping a pair of favorite stouts this spring at the @berghoffchicago Read the spotlight from our new spring issue now at IllinoisBrewing.com
Illinois Brewing Insider @evanstrong from the @eto Illinois Brewing Insider @evanstrong from the @etownhomebrew on his favorite local breweries like @halfacrebeer and @doubleclutchbrewery … the good vibes at @monkspubchicago … the @sketchbookbrew patio and Honeybird honey basil ale … and fun beer experiences in the Virgin Islands and Japan Read the spotlight now at IllinoisBrewing.com
Fun outing with a few neighbors at the cozy new @s Fun outing with a few neighbors at the cozy new @suncatcherbrewing in Chicago’s Humboldt Park. Thanks to @halfacrebeer co-owner Matt Gallagher for showing us around his fun side project. Look for a spotlight on Suncatcher in Illinois Brewing’s big spring issue #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #chicagobeer
Hey all, it’s not too late if you’d like to co Hey all, it’s not too late if you’d like to contribute to our Last Call section in the upcoming issue of Illinois Brewing magazine. Here’s the question to answer: What’s the best meal you’ve had recently at an Illinois brewery? You can answer below or direct message. Please provide details on what you had, why you liked it, etc. Not just the brewery name. Thanks in advance... and here’s hoping to see your name in print!
“I find myself always going back to anything new “I find myself always going back to anything new that @whiteoakbrewing is putting out in Normal. I love their hazy IPAs, and pretty much anything they do I’m a fan of. They’re in a really good position where they distribute to a lot of the state, so people are catching on to them. We’ve done several collaborations with them, and I really dig those guys.” — @handoffatebrewing owner and head brewer Mike Allison Read the Brewer’s Choice from our winter issue now at IllinoisBrewing.com
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