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  • Spotlight on Analytical Brewing: Opened in 2022 by three neighbors, they’re churning out a balanced lineup of beers along Route 66 in Lexington

  • Brewer’s Choice: Noon Whistle head brewer Paul Kreiner on Half Acre’s Bodem, Revolution’s Deep Woods series, and his very own hop Water and Hop Prism IPAs

  • Spotlight on Haymarket Brewing Company: Plenty of award-winning beer, scrumptious food and a lively, versatile space in Chicago’s dynamic West Loop

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    Spotlight on Mickey Finn’s Brewery: Expect great grub, award-winning beers, a stylish space and beer garden, live music and more at this long-time Libertyville favorite

    Mickey Finn’s Brewery 345 N. Milwaukee Ave. Libertyville, IL 60048 MickeyFinnsBrewery.com Tuesday-Wednesday: 11:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Thursday: 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 11 a.m.-midnight Sunday: 11 a.m.-9 p.m. History in short: Mickey Finn’s just happens to be the oldest continuously operated microbrewery in Illinois. The original owners, Pat Elmquest and Bill Sugars, added one of the first ...
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    January 15, 2023
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    Spotlight on Alarmist Brewing: Recipe development is key at this northwest Chicago brewery that’s home to several award-winning beers

    Alarmist Brewing 4055 W. Peterson Ave Chicago, IL 60646 (773) 681-0877 AlarmistBrewing.com Monday-Thursday: 4-10 p.m. Friday: 2-11 p.m. Saturday: 12-11p.m. Sunday: 12-8 p.m. History in short: Owner Gary Gulley served as a web developer in his previous life in corporate America until he figured out he was, in his opinion, a square peg in a ...
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    By Trent Modglin
    October 11, 2022
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    Breweries in bunches: North suburban Evanston may be best known for Northwestern University, but it’s also home to five uniquely charming breweries

    By Trent Modglin Double Clutch Brewing Company 2121 N. Ashland DoubleClutchBrewing.com Details: Tucked away in a tree-lined neighborhood on the north side of Evanston, this is a huge, stylish space, offering three distinctly different rooms with vaulted ceilings, exposed ductwork and massive garage door-style windows that can be opened when the weather cooperates. Plus, 10 ...
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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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Interview tour around the state for our spring iss Interview tour around the state for our spring issue’s brewery spotlights continued last week at @tightheadbrew where we chatted with owner Bruce Dir about everything going on at his fun Mundelein taproom. Favorite brews included the Mechanic’s Grove Maibock and Bear’s Choice IPA. #IllinoisBrewing #drinklocal #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #craftbeerculture
It’s on, folks. @ilcraftbeerweek is taking over It’s on, folks. @ilcraftbeerweek is taking over the state May 19-26 with a dynamic lineup of festivals, fundraisers, and daily opportunities to experience and support #IllinoisBeer. Here's what's on tap 👇👇👇 ✅ Summer Passport returns in PRINT (May 19) ✅ Day of Giving @ Will County Beer & Bourbon Fest (May 20) ✅ Pint Day Fundraiser (May 21) ✅ Small Brewery Sunday (May 22) ✅ ImBIBE Member Showcase (May 23) ✅ Hump Day Patio Parties (May 24) ✅ Advocacy Day of Action (May 25) and..... ✅ On Friday, May 26, we're CLOSING the week with our signature festival and fundraiser, Beer Under Glass, at Chicago Union Station. Don't go too far...tickets go on sale next Friday (3/31)! Get all the details and start planning your #ICBW activities at www.illinoisbeer.org/icbw #DrinkIllinois #IllinoisBrewing #craftbeer
Solid little four-pack selection from the beer fri Solid little four-pack selection from the beer fridge last night while working on our spring issue and watching March Madness included Rocket Queen DDH IPA from @willcountybrew — Ambigram hazy IPA from @alterbeer — Puffy Parka dark lager from @twistedhippo and One Hop Citra IPA from @hubbards_cave #craftbeer #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal
Had a good time taking the family down to meet up Had a good time taking the family down to meet up with city friends at @ocmousetrap and interview @offcolorbrewing co-founder John Laffler for a spotlight feature in our upcoming spring issue. Apex Predator may have put this Old Town brewery on the map, but don’t sleep on their quality Vienna-style lager (Beer for the Top Shelf), wild ale with sudachi and white tea, dark lager (Ten Crowns) or pale ale (Beer for Lounging). Congrats on 10 years you guys! #craftbeer #drinklocal #DrinkIllinois #IllinoisBrewing #chicagobreweries #chicagocraftbeer
Spotlight on @analyticalbrewing — Opened in 2022 Spotlight on @analyticalbrewing — Opened in 2022 by three neighbors, they’re churning out a balanced lineup of beers along Route 66 in Lexington Article is available at illinoisbrewing.com #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #Illinoisbreweries #drinklocal
Great dinner and beers at Hangar Two by @tangledro Great dinner and beers at Hangar Two by @tangledrootsbrewingcompany in north suburban Glenview tonight. Chicken schnitzel, wings, giant pretzels, assortment of beers and the atrium room all exceeded expectations. Such a cool spot with a unique aeronautical theme. Look for our feature article in the upcoming spring issue of Illinois Brewing. #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #wings
Had a great time last Thursday at our painting and Had a great time last Thursday at our painting and beer tasting event with @bottleandbottega_parkrdgniles and @uneannee and @hubbards_cave Brewery. We plan to make these a regular thing, so stay tuned for future dates and themes. #IllinoisBrewing #paintingparty #craftbeer #paintinganddrinking
Wow, kudos to @mikerphonebrewing for their 2023 ve Wow, kudos to @mikerphonebrewing for their 2023 version of Shaolin Finger Jab, a double dry-hopped IPA w/ Citra, Lotus, Sabro & Riwaka hops. Silky smooth and tasty at 8% #craftbeer #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal #IllinoisBrewing #hazyipa
Brewer’s Choice from our winter issue: @noonwhis Brewer’s Choice from our winter issue: @noonwhistlebrewing head brewer Paul Kreiner on @halfacrebeer Bodem, the @revbrewchicago Deep Woods series, and his very own hop water and Hop Prism IPAs #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #drinklocal Read the article on illinoisbrewing.com
Heading toward downtown Chicago for the St. Patric Heading toward downtown Chicago for the St. Patrick’s parade, dyeing of the river or general shenanigans today? Swing by @crushedbygiants just off Michigan Ave — one of only a few craft breweries downtown — for some tasty beer and food. Their Space Haze pale ale is solid, and one of the best giant pretzels anywhere #craftbeer #DrinkIllinois #IllinoisBrewing #Chicagobeer
Looking for something fun and different to do on a Looking for something fun and different to do on a Thursday night? Join @illinoisbrewing @uneannee and @bottleandbottega_parkrdgniles a fun evening as we get ready for St. Patrick's Day with a painting party and beer tasting tonight, Thursday, March 9. Ticket price includes all necessary paint supplies, aprons, instruction, and a set of wine or pilsner glasses to paint. Une Annee will be offering select beers for $5 throughout the evening and discounted flights, and their wonderful food menu will be available as well. Just a handful of spots remain, so sign up now! https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/park-ridge/event/3301158/
Had a great time interviewing the owners of @keggr Had a great time interviewing the owners of @keggrovebrewco in their fun podcast room above the brewery in Bloomington. Watch until the end to see their blue-collar beer vending machine that shoots out random beers for a quarter. #IllinoisBrewing #drinklocal #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer
For those @ilcraftbeer members heading down to Blo For those @ilcraftbeer members heading down to Bloomington for the annual convention today, jump off 55 and shoot over to @analyticalbrewing in Lexington for one or two. Great spot. So worth the stop off historic Route 66. #craftbeer #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal #IllinoisBrewing
While out replenishing our winter issue through th While out replenishing our winter issue through the west suburbs yesterday, we ran into one of the state’s largest (and earliest) St. Patrick’s Day parades in Elmhurst. So what did we do? We joined the party at the beautiful new @bottletheoryelmhurst for a Smithwick’s and an @oldirvingbrewing Lucky Linny red ale. #craftbeer #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #elmhurstillinois #stpatricksdayparade
Spotlight on @haymarketbeer — Plenty of award-wi Spotlight on @haymarketbeer — Plenty of award-winning brews, scrumptious food and a lively, versatile space in Chicago’s dynamic West Loop Article available at illinoisbrewing.com #craftbeer #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #westloop #drinklocal #chicagobeer #chicagocraftbeer
Small-business spotlight on @leaders_beverage — Small-business spotlight on @leaders_beverage — Meet the experts in draft system designs, maintenance and beverage consultancy Article is live at illinoisbrewing.com #craftbeer #draftlines #drinklocal #DrinkIllinois
Illinois Brewing Insider @cesar.marron on his own Illinois Brewing Insider @cesar.marron on his own @sketchbookbrew Common Culture oatmeal stout, drinking Belgians at @thehopleaf in Andersonville, @howardstreetbrewing doing good things, regular visits to @begylebrewing and spending a day on the @metrobrewing riverfront patio. #IllinoisBrewing #craftbeer #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal Read the article at illinoisbrewing.com
Calling all Quad Cities folks… @bentriverbrewing Calling all Quad Cities folks… @bentriverbrewing in Moline and Rock Island is trotting out their Barrel-Aged Ice Cream Sandwich imperial milk stout this weekend in a limited release. Rich, smooth and packed full of the flavors of childhood. Grab it on draft or in to-go four packs while it lasts. #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal #supportlocal #craftbeer
Want to prep yourself for St. Patrick's Day festiv Want to prep yourself for St. Patrick's Day festivities with a beer tasting and painting party? Join @illinoisbrewing @uneannee @hubbards_cave and @bottleandbottega_parkrdgniles for a fun night out with friends on Thursday, March 9 from 6-8 p.m. in north suburban Niles. Take your pick of 24 different craft beers on draft (several of which will be available for just $5) and paint a pair of wine or beer glasses with the help of a professional artist. Tickets are just $39. #paintingwithatwist #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #drinkingandpainting Reserve your spot today: https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/park-ridge/event/3301158/
Fresh on the scene: Learn more about the new venue Fresh on the scene: Learn more about the new venues from @brewyards @alterbeer @burningbushbrewery and @hopbutcher and follow us for more info on who’s opening this spring and summer. Article available illinoisbrewing.com #IllinoisBrewing #drinklocal #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #brewery
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Spotlight on Analytical Brewing: Opened in 2022 by three neighbors, they’re churning out a balanced ...

Analytical Brewing 510 W. Main Street, Lexington, IL 61753 AnalyticalBrewing.com Thursday: 4-9 p.m. Friday: 4-10 p.m. Saturday: 12-10 p.m. Sunday: 12-5 p.m. History in short: One of the newest craft ...

  • Brewer’s Choice: Noon Whistle head brewer Paul Kreiner on Half Acre’s Bodem, Revolution’s Deep Woods series, and his very own hop Water and Hop Prism IPAs

    By Trent Modglin
    March 11, 2023
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