Brewery Spotlights
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Spotlight on Kishwaukee Brewing Company: Celebrating its fourth anniversary, this welcoming (and stunning) Woodstock favorite focuses on community and clean, traditional beer styles
Kishwaukee Brewing Company 1900 Dillard Court Woodstock, IL KishwaukeeBrewing.com History in short: Dan Payson, founder and head brewer, learned his craft in Seattle, and he’s quick to ... -
Spotlight on Sketchbook Brewing: This popular brewery offers a diverse beer lineup, charming taprooms in Skokie and Evanston, and a focus on community and the arts
Sketchbook Brewing 4901 Main Street in Skokie 821 Chicago Ave. in Evanston SketchbookBrewing.com Monday: 2-8 p.m. (Evanston only) Tuesday-Thursday: 2-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 12-11 p.m. Sunday 12-8 ... -
Spotlight on Great Central Brewing Company: Chicago’s thriving Fulton Market District is home to this unique, sprawling contract-brewing facility and beer hall
Great Central Brewing Company 221 N. Wood Street Chicago, IL GreatCentralBrewing.com Wednesday 2-8 p.m. Thursday-Friday 2-9 p.m. Saturday Noon-9 p.m. Sunday Noon-8 p.m. History in short: ... -
Spotlight on Geneseo Brewing Co. — A warm and welcoming interior, great patio space and high-level food options in this historic town near the Quad Cities
Spotlight on Geneseo Brewing Co. 102 S. State Street Geneseo, IL GeneseoBrewing.com Monday-Thursday: 4-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday: Noon-10 p.m. Sunday 4-10 p.m. History in short: Owner Jerrod ... -
Spotlight on Wolfden Brewing: This cozy Bloomingdale brewery has a Wisconsin lodge vibe, a ghost named Jack, and an emphasis on classic beer styles with modern twists
Wolfden Brewing 112 W. Lake Street Bloomingdale, IL WolfdenBrewing.com Monday-Tuesday: Closed Wednesday-Thursday: 4-10 p.m. Friday 2-11 p.m. Saturday: Noon-11 p.m. Sunday: 12-5 p.m. History in short: ... -
Spotlight on Roaring Table Brewing Co. — Rich details, warm vibes, an upcoming expansion and quality examples of a wide range of beer styles — it’s all happening in Lake Zurich
Roaring Table Brewing Co. 739 W. Route 22 in Lake Zurich RoaringTable.com Tuesday-Thursday 4-10 p.m. Friday 4-11 p.m. Saturday Noon-11 p.m. Sunday Noon-8 p.m. History in short: ... -
Spotlight on Spiteful Brewing: From humble beginnings in a 400 square-foot basement to churning out award-winning beers with a cozy taproom and patio on Chicago’s far north side
Spiteful Brewing 2024 W. Balmoral Ave. Chicago, IL SpitefulBrewing.com Monday – Thursday: 3-9 p.m. Friday: 2-11 p.m. Saturday: Noon-11 p.m. Sunday: Noon-8 p.m. History in short: ... -
Spotlight on Forgottonia Brewing: Utilizing ingredients from local farms, this friendly brewery in downtown Macomb focuses on bringing people together
Forgottonia Brewing 324 N. Lafayette Street Macomb, IL ForgottoniaBrewing.com Wednesday-Thursday: 4-9 p.m. Friday: 4-11 p.m. Saturday: 12-11 p.m. Sunday: 2-6 p.m. History in short: Forgottonia, which ... -
Spotlight on Alter Brewing + Kitchen: Delicious craft comfort food and a seriously stylish space in Oak Brook Commons highlight this company’s third location
Alter Brewing + Kitchen 1170 22nd Street Oak Brook, IL 60523 (with additional locations in Downers Grove and St. Charles) AlterBrewing.com Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday ... -
Spotlight on Half Day Brewing: This Lincolnshire favorite will draw you in with their lagers and barrel-aged stouts, extensive menu (try the smoked wings) and versatile event spaces
Half Day Brewing Co. 200 Village Green Lincolnshire, IL HalfDayBrewing.com Monday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. History in short: The building Half Day calls ...
