Author: Trent Modglin
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Spotlight on One Allegiance Brewing: Zack Judickas’ entrepreneurial spirit, patience and creativity have made this SW suburban brewery and beer garden a true destination
One Allegiance Brewing 10215 S. Harlem Ave. Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 OneAllegiance.com Tuesday-Thursday: 4-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday: Noon-1 a.m. Sunday: Noon-11 p.m. History in short: ... -
Brewer’s Choice: Nik & Ivy’s Chrissy Ivnik on Maplewood’s Charlatan pale ale, the variety at Noon Whistle, and how her founder memberships can be the perfect holiday gift
Chrissy Ivnik, co-owner Nik & Ivy Brewing Co. 1026 S. State Street Lockport, IL 60441 The last really good beer I drank was… our ... -
Spotlight on Broken Tee Brewing: North suburban Highwood is home to this passion project from a former golf pro whose love of the sport is evident throughout
Broken Tee Brewing Company 406 Green Bay Road Highwood, IL 60040 BrokenTeeBrewCo.com Tuesday: 4-9 p.m. Wednesday-Friday: 4-10 p.m. Saturday: 12-10 p.m. Sunday: 12-7 p.m. ... -
Breweries in Bunches: NW suburban Huntley and Woodstock are home to a handful of some of the state’s more creative and comfortable craft breweries
By Trent Modglin Kishwaukee Brewing Co. 1900 Dillard Court Woodstock, IL 60098 KishwaukeeBrewing.com What they’re known for: Kishwaukee founder and brewmaster Dan Payson learned his ... -
Illinois Brewing Insider: Bubblehouse Brewing’s Evan Nimke on lagers by Art History and Goldfinger, the friendly vibes at The Beer and Now and Freedom Brothers in the west burbs, and their own grodziskie collaboration with Brother Chimp
Evan Nimke Taproom manager and marketing director Bubblehouse Brewing Company in Lisle, IL Favorite breweries: Obviously, I’m partial to Bubblehouse Brewing in Lisle, as ... -
Spotlight on Evergreen Farm Brewing: This fifth-generation farm near Peoria serves as an authentically cozy backdrop for a destination brewery
Evergreen Farm Brewing 1179 Douglas Road Metamora, IL 61548 EvergreenFarmBrewing.com Friday & Saturday: Noon-10 p.m. Sunday: 1-5 p.m. History in short: A few paragraphs ... -
Spotlight on Crust Brewing: This modern, inviting hotspot in the heart of Rosemont’s entertainment district is known for its handcrafted food, cocktails and German-inspired beer
By Trent Modglin Crust Brewing 5500 Park Place in the Parkway Bank Park entertainment district Rosemont, IL 60018 CrustBrewing.com Sunday-Wednesday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday: ... -
Brewer’s Choice: Mickey Finn’s Jason Martens on Roaring Table’s appeal, creating a level of approachability, and his own Santa’s Magic Belgian strong ale
Mickey Finn’s Jason Martens Head brewer at Mickey Finn’s Brewery 345 N. Milwaukee Ave. Libertyville, IL 60048 MickeyFinnsBrewery.com The last really good beer I ... -
It’s FoBAB time Nov. 3 & 4: Come enjoy this one-of-a-kind festival and competition that celebrates the innovation and craftsmanship of barrel-aged brewing
By Ray Stout Executive director of the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild What the heck is FoBAB? FoBAB is the Festival of Wood and Barrel-Aged ... -
Illinois Brewing Insider: Chicagoland Brews Cruise owner Kirk Kilker on the passion shown by Alter Brewing and Whiskey Hill, appreciating the grodziskie style, and the Sidecar Supper Club in Batavia
Kirk Kilker Owner, Chicagoland Brews Cruise ChicagolandBrewsCruise.com Favorite breweries: I am blessed to have a number of great breweries near my home. Three of my ...
