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  • Inside Scoop: The highly anticipated Festival of Barrel-Aged Beers (FoBAB) returns to Chicago Nov. 13-14

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  • Brewery Spotlights
    By Trent Modglin
    November 1, 2025
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    Spotlight on Red Rooster Brew Werks and Distilling in downstate Hillsboro

    Red Rooster Brew Werks & Distilling 123 E. Seward Street in Hillsboro HistoricRedRooster.com Sunday-Monday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-11 p.m. History ...
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    October 10, 2025
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    Spotlight on Double Clutch Brewing Company in Evanston

    Double Clutch Brewing Company 2121 N. Ashland Ave. Evanston, IL DoubleClutchBrewing.com Monday-Thursday 12-10 p.m. Friday 12-11 p.m. Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. History ...
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    September 10, 2025
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    Spotlight on Harbor Brewing Company in Lake Villa and Winthrop Harbor

    Harbor Brewing Company 136 Cedar Avenue in Lake Villa HarborBeer.com Wednesday-Thursday: 12-10 p.m. Friday: 12-11p.m. Saturday: 12 p.m.-midnight Sunday: 12-8 p.m. Harbor Brewing’s lakefront biergarten & ...
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    August 17, 2025
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    Spotlight on Hairy Cow Brewing Company in Byron

    Hairy Cow Brewing Company 450 E. Blackhawk Drive in Byron HairyCowBrewing.com Wednesday-Thursday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m.-8 p.m. History in short ...
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  • Brewery Spotlights
    By Trent Modglin
    July 31, 2025
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    Brewery spotlight: Hidden gems for great craft beer near Wrigley Field

    Corridor Brewing & Provisions Heading to Wrigley Field to watch the Cubs before summer comes to a close? We’ve got a few great craft breweries nearby ...
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  • Brewery Spotlights
    By Trent Modglin
    July 15, 2025
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    Spotlight on Brother Chimp Brewing in North Aurora

    Spotlight on Brother Chimp Brewing 1059 W. Orchard Road North Aurora, IL BrotherChimpBrewing.com History in short: Steve Newman is not your typical brewery owner. Although he ...
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  • Brewery Spotlights
    By Trent Modglin
    June 21, 2025
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    Spotlight on Suncatcher Brewing in Chicago’s Humboldt Park

    Suncatcher Brewing 2849 W. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL SuncatcherBrewing.com Sunday-Monday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday 11a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. History in short: The brainstorming for ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    June 3, 2025
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    Spotlight on Macushla Brewing in north suburban Glenview

    Macushla Brewing 1516 E. Lake Ave. Glenview, IL MacushlaBeer.com Tuesday-Thursday 3-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday 12-11 p.m. Sunday 12-6 p.m.  History in short: Back in 2015, Megan and ...
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    May 3, 2025
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    Brewery spotlight on Springfield’s Engrained Brewing Company

    Spotlight on Engrained Brewing Company: With an emphasis on utilizing local produce and livestock, as well as reducing our environmental footprint, this Springfield brewery boasts an ...
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    April 14, 2025
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    Spotlight on Solemn Oath Brewery

    Spotlight on Solemn Oath Brewery: Going strong after 13 years — with locations in Naperville and Chicago — this perennial favorite has always focused on a ...
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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. 

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Did you know that @kaisertigerchicago in Chicago’s West Loop has a free shuttle to all Blackhawks and Bulls games (and a lot of concerts)? We did. We also know they have great food, a huge patio and a stellar beer list with local Illinois brews from the likes of @arthistorybrewing @oldirvingbrewing @goldfingerbeer @midwestcoastbrewing @hopewellbrewing and more.

Did you know that @kaisertigerchicago in Chicago’s West Loop has a free shuttle to all Blackhawks and Bulls games (and a lot of concerts)? We did. We also know they have great food, a huge patio and a stellar beer list with local Illinois brews from the likes of @arthistorybrewing @oldirvingbrewing @goldfingerbeer @midwestcoastbrewing @hopewellbrewing and more.

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Illinois Brewing Insider Hannah Gilmore — the assistant taproom manager at @begylebrewing — on great recent beers from @halfacrebeer @hopbutcher and @firestonewalker as well as her affection for the vibes at @longroomchicago and @thehopleaf … and family escapes to enjoy Maine’s impressive beer scene (we’re looking at you @mainebeerco @fogtownbrewing and @oronobrewingcompany Read the spotlight now at illinoisbrewing.com

Illinois Brewing Insider Hannah Gilmore — the assistant taproom manager at @begylebrewing — on great recent beers from @halfacrebeer @hopbutcher and @firestonewalker as well as her affection for the vibes at @longroomchicago and @thehopleaf … and family escapes to enjoy Maine’s impressive beer scene (we’re looking at you @mainebeerco @fogtownbrewing and @oronobrewingcompany

Read the spotlight now at illinoisbrewing.com

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One of the most anticipated beer events in the country, @fobab (aka the Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beers) is where brewers show off their most ambitious, most imaginative creations and where drinkers get to explore the absolute edge of craft beer. Tickets for Nov. 13-14 are on sale now at FOBAB.com. Read more about this event in our Inside Scoop section at IllinoisBrewing.com

One of the most anticipated beer events in the country, @fobab (aka the Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beers) is where brewers show off their most ambitious, most imaginative creations and where drinkers get to explore the absolute edge of craft beer.

Tickets for Nov. 13-14 are on sale now at FOBAB.com. Read more about this event in our Inside Scoop section at IllinoisBrewing.com

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Catching the Bears game at the versatile @doubleclutchbrewery in Evanston prior to the kid’s playoff baseball game down the street = a quality decision. Smoked turkey BLT, nice variety of brews, classic cars and three different rooms to enjoy.

Catching the Bears game at the versatile @doubleclutchbrewery in Evanston prior to the kid’s playoff baseball game down the street = a quality decision. Smoked turkey BLT, nice variety of brews, classic cars and three different rooms to enjoy.

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Now this is a trend we can get behind — an imperial Oktoberfest. Nice little mid-October treat from Colorado’s @averybrewingcompany during a lunch meeting in Chicago today

Now this is a trend we can get behind — an imperial Oktoberfest. Nice little mid-October treat from Colorado’s @averybrewingcompany during a lunch meeting in Chicago today

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The one and only Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beers ( aka @fobab ) is only a month away and will include more than 250 barrel-aged beers, ciders, meads and perries. This massive event is always a highlight of the year, so get your tickets now.

The one and only Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beers ( aka @fobab ) is only a month away and will include more than 250 barrel-aged beers, ciders, meads and perries. This massive event is always a highlight of the year, so get your tickets now.

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Brewer’s Choice Q&A from our fall issue: @93octanebrewery brewer Sam Altaner on the simple pleasure that is the @dovetailbrewery helles lager … the impressive selection at @bubblehousebrewing … the joy of giving back to the community … and anticipating his own barrel-aged Belgian golden strong later this fall Read the spotlight now at IllinoisBrewing.com

Brewer’s Choice Q&A from our fall issue: @93octanebrewery brewer Sam Altaner on the simple pleasure that is the @dovetailbrewery helles lager … the impressive selection at @bubblehousebrewing … the joy of giving back to the community … and anticipating his own barrel-aged Belgian golden strong later this fall

Read the spotlight now at IllinoisBrewing.com

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Quite a haul for the proud state of Illinois out at the @greatamericanbeerfestival in Colorado this past weekend. Congrats to all the winners. Keep spoiling us with some of the best craft beer in the country.

Quite a haul for the proud state of Illinois out at the @greatamericanbeerfestival in Colorado this past weekend. Congrats to all the winners. Keep spoiling us with some of the best craft beer in the country.

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Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible on the patio at @wehavegreatbeerpr with a stellar Southern Tuba hazy IPA from @roaringtable and an @alarmistbrewing Crispy Boy pilsner (thanks to @pollyannabrewingcompany for keeping it alive)

Soaking up as much of this 70s weather as possible on the patio at @wehavegreatbeerpr with a stellar Southern Tuba hazy IPA from @roaringtable and an @alarmistbrewing Crispy Boy pilsner (thanks to @pollyannabrewingcompany for keeping it alive)

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Time to register for the @willrunforbeerchicago 5K on Chicago’s lakefront Oct. 24 Some 5K races end at the finish line. This one is just getting started. Will Run For Beer Chicago returns October 24 to Lincoln Park, serving up a scenic 5K with Chicago skyline and lakefront views before turning race day into a full-on celebration. Post-run, head to the Lager Than Life Brewfest for craft beer samples, food, live music and Oktoberfest energy. Plus, every registration includes race swag, a bottle-opener medal and tasting glass. Run the 5K. Earn the beer. Make a day of it. Register now at WillRunForBeerChicago.com

Time to register for the @willrunforbeerchicago 5K on Chicago’s lakefront Oct. 24

Some 5K races end at the finish line. This one is just getting started. Will Run For Beer Chicago returns October 24 to Lincoln Park, serving up a scenic 5K with Chicago skyline and lakefront views before turning race day into a full-on celebration. Post-run, head to the Lager Than Life Brewfest for craft beer samples, food, live music and Oktoberfest energy. Plus, every registration includes race swag, a bottle-opener medal and tasting glass. Run the 5K. Earn the beer. Make a day of it. Register now at WillRunForBeerChicago.com

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Last Call from our big fall issue: From the @greattastemw in Madison and the @milkmoneybrewing Summerfest to concerts in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark and chilling on the patio at @halfacrebeer and @sturdyshelterbrewing we asked readers for their favorite craft beer experiences of the summer Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com

Last Call from our big fall issue: From the @greattastemw in Madison and the @milkmoneybrewing Summerfest to concerts in Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark and chilling on the patio at @halfacrebeer and @sturdyshelterbrewing we asked readers for their favorite craft beer experiences of the summer

Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com

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Oktoberfest is off and running at @uneannee Brewery in Niles. All day today and Sunday. Weather is perfect, the beer is cold, and the vibes are festive

Oktoberfest is off and running at @uneannee Brewery in Niles. All day today and Sunday. Weather is perfect, the beer is cold, and the vibes are festive

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Spotlight on @whiteoakbrewing This expanding brewery in Normal, Illinois is known for its wide range of beers — from award-winning BA stouts and English-style ales on cask to hazy IPAs — as well some friendly taproom vibes and unique events Read the feature from our fall issue now at IllinoisBrewing.com

Spotlight on @whiteoakbrewing

This expanding brewery in Normal, Illinois is known for its wide range of beers — from award-winning BA stouts and English-style ales on cask to hazy IPAs — as well some friendly taproom vibes and unique events

Read the feature from our fall issue now at IllinoisBrewing.com

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