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Brewery Spotlights

By Trent Modglin
December 11, 2025
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Spotlight on Ike & Oak Brewing in SW suburban Woodridge

Ike & Oak Brewing 6315 Main Street in Woodridge, IL IkeAndOakBrewing.com Tuesday-Thursday 4-10 p.m. Friday 12-11 p.m. Saturday 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. History in short: Ed Ranquist, who was in the finance world for 20 years, had always been a big fan of local craft beer and wanted to take a shot ...

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Inside Scoop

By Trent Modglin
January 22, 2024
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Inside Scoop: Miskatonic Craft Kitchen opens, Chicago’s renovated Ramova Theatre is home to a NY brewery, Westmont Winter Beer Fest, Lake County Craft Beer Festival and more

Miskatonic Brewing Company opens Miskatonic Craft Kitchen in Naperville Just before Christmas, Darien-based Miskatonic Brewing Co. expanded to downtown Naperville, opening a taproom and craft kitchen that serves up “globally inspired and locally sourced dishes” with a focus on fresh, seasonal ingredients from Midwestern farms, house-made sausages and sharable plates. Plus, Miskatonic’s regular lineup of ...

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Apr 8

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From a recent Illinois Brewing Insider spotlight...

Favorite breweries: I feel like @printersrowbrewing gets overlooked far too often. Their Bookbinder Blonde Ale is one of the best easy-drinking beers, ideal for tailgating or when you just want something refreshing. They also do a jalapeño version that I love. It has just the right amount of heat without overwhelming the beer. Pepper beers are hard to nail, and they do it really well.

Another favorite is @uneannee / @hubbards_cave in Niles, especially their El Zacaton, an imperial stout aged with ancho, guajillo and habanero chilies, plus toasted oak. It’s bold and complex, with layers of warmth and a spiciness that makes it unforgettable.

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From a recent Illinois Brewing Insider spotlight...

Favorite breweries: I feel like @printersrowbrewing gets overlooked far too often. Their Bookbinder Blonde Ale is one of the best easy-drinking beers, ideal for tailgating or when you just want something refreshing. They also do a jalapeño version that I love. It has just the right amount of heat without overwhelming the beer. Pepper beers are hard to nail, and they do it really well.

Another favorite is @uneannee / @hubbards_cave in Niles, especially their El Zacaton, an imperial stout aged with ancho, guajillo and habanero chilies, plus toasted oak. It’s bold and complex, with layers of warmth and a spiciness that makes it unforgettable.

Read the rest of Steve Judge`s Insider spotlight now at IllinoisBrewing.com ...

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Apr 7

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Spotlight on @quincybrewingcompany where some serious renovations and a love of good beer and community helped revive 6th Street in this charming downstate town

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Apr 5

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Secret beer spot: “For me, Beer on the Wall in Park Ridge @wehavegreatbeerpr (with additional locations in Elmhurst and Arlington Heights) is hands-down my favorite beer spot, even if it’s not much of a secret anymore. It’s my go-to place for grabbing a flight from their always rotating taps, and their to-go selection is massive. Whether I’m hunting down a special release, restocking the fridge or grabbing my Bourbon County Stout allotment, that’s the spot. It’s the perfect combination of neighborhood hangout and craft beer treasure trove.”

Read more of Steve Judge’s Illinois Brewing Insider Q&A at IllinoisBrewing.com

Secret beer spot: “For me, Beer on the Wall in Park Ridge @wehavegreatbeerpr (with additional locations in Elmhurst and Arlington Heights) is hands-down my favorite beer spot, even if it’s not much of a secret anymore. It’s my go-to place for grabbing a flight from their always rotating taps, and their to-go selection is massive. Whether I’m hunting down a special release, restocking the fridge or grabbing my Bourbon County Stout allotment, that’s the spot. It’s the perfect combination of neighborhood hangout and craft beer treasure trove.”

Read more of Steve Judge’s Illinois Brewing Insider Q&A at IllinoisBrewing.com ...

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Apr 3

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From our big spring issue out now...

Illinois Brewing Insider Don Hardy, founder of the popular Chicago area Microbreweries Facebook group, on local fun at @whiskey_hill_brewery_kitchen in Westmont, anticipating the helles lagers from @churchstbrew and @goldfingerbeer this spring, sneaking away to see what @black_horizon_brewing is pouring in Willowbrook, a PB&J-flavored brew from @xulbeer in Tennessee, and discovering @hopstationcraftbar in Indiana

Read the spotlight now at IllinoisBrewing.com

From our big spring issue out now...

Illinois Brewing Insider Don Hardy, founder of the popular Chicago area Microbreweries Facebook group, on local fun at @whiskey_hill_brewery_kitchen in Westmont, anticipating the helles lagers from @churchstbrew and @goldfingerbeer this spring, sneaking away to see what @black_horizon_brewing is pouring in Willowbrook, a PB&J-flavored brew from @xulbeer in Tennessee, and discovering @hopstationcraftbar in Indiana

Read the spotlight now at IllinoisBrewing.com ...

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Apr 2

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Check out the Inside Scoop section from our new spring issue: The @ilcraftbeer Beer Under Glass festival returns May 8, the @stcalliance Brew Tour, upcoming @streetzmobeatz shows, @oldirvingbrewing Della Days April 9-12, the annual Maifest at @buffalocreekbrewing May 8-9, Mayfestiversary from @begylebrewing and @dovetailbrewery … plenty of brewery deals and much more

Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com

Check out the Inside Scoop section from our new spring issue: The @ilcraftbeer Beer Under Glass festival returns May 8, the @stcalliance Brew Tour, upcoming @streetzmobeatz shows, @oldirvingbrewing Della Days April 9-12, the annual Maifest at @buffalocreekbrewing May 8-9, Mayfestiversary from @begylebrewing and @dovetailbrewery … plenty of brewery deals and much more

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Apr 1

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One of the more than 350+ breweries, bars, bottle shops and festivals you can grab the spring issue of Illinois Brewing magazine is the always warm and welcoming @solemnoathbeer Still Life taproom in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood.

And did you know they have a $50 make-your-own-case special? Yep, you can snag six different (non BA) 16-ounce 4-packs for your beer fridge or the neighborhood block party for just $50. One of the best craft beer specials you’ll find anywhere.

One of the more than 350+ breweries, bars, bottle shops and festivals you can grab the spring issue of Illinois Brewing magazine is the always warm and welcoming @solemnoathbeer Still Life taproom in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood.

And did you know they have a $50 make-your-own-case special? Yep, you can snag six different (non BA) 16-ounce 4-packs for your beer fridge or the neighborhood block party for just $50. One of the best craft beer specials you’ll find anywhere. ...

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Mar 28

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Depleted the beer fridge a bit last night — but all for a good cause… a neighbor’s surprise 60th. Great beers from @goldfingerbeer @dovetailbrewery @moorsbeer @newbelgium @alarmistbrewing and @oldirvingbrewing @sainterrantbrewing and @werkforcebrewing

And no, that’s not Chef Boyardee in an Oktoberfest outfit in the background. Or is it?

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Mar 27

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In case you hadn’t heard, @sainterrantbrewing is opening its first taproom THIS WEEKEND in Evanston. In our new spring issue, we sat down with co-founder Brent Banks to discuss departing the corporate world many years ago, expectations about his new taproom, and what’s currently in the tanks that has him excited.

Read it all here, and enjoy food from @abikerdude burgers and @soulandsmoke at Saint Errant to kick things off this Friday and Saturday, as well as plenty of fun new beer releases.

Read the Q&A now at IllinoisBrewing.com

In case you hadn’t heard, @sainterrantbrewing is opening its first taproom THIS WEEKEND in Evanston. In our new spring issue, we sat down with co-founder Brent Banks to discuss departing the corporate world many years ago, expectations about his new taproom, and what’s currently in the tanks that has him excited.

Read it all here, and enjoy food from @abikerdude burgers and @soulandsmoke at Saint Errant to kick things off this Friday and Saturday, as well as plenty of fun new beer releases.

Read the Q&A now at IllinoisBrewing.com ...

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Mar 25

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Thoroughly enjoyed not one but two visits to @konabrewinghawaii on spring break with the family. Great layout, beer, food (OMG the wings), live music and service. Grabbed some pineapple IPA and lemongrass lager cans to smuggle into the pool later too.

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Mar 23

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Brewer’s Choice from our new spring issue: @mikerphonebrewing head brewer Mike Witkowski on an appreciation for what @solemnoathbeer and @oldirvingbrewing are doing, a tasty New Zealand pilsner from @hopbutcher and Mikerphone’s award-winning barrel-aging program and 11-year anniversary celebration in late March

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Mar 20

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The spring issue of Illinois Brewing is out, and bigger and better than ever with plenty of insider info and opinions, spotlights on @ilcraftbeer Beer Under Glass, @93octanebrewery @hopbutcher and @chaosbrewclub … a Q&A with @sainterrantbrewing about opening in Evanston, great eats at several @visitlakecounty breweries, events from @streetzmobeatz @buffalocreekbrewing @keggrovebrewco and much, much more.

The spring issue of Illinois Brewing is out, and bigger and better than ever with plenty of insider info and opinions, spotlights on @ilcraftbeer Beer Under Glass, @93octanebrewery @hopbutcher and @chaosbrewclub … a Q&A with @sainterrantbrewing about opening in Evanston, great eats at several @visitlakecounty breweries, events from @streetzmobeatz @buffalocreekbrewing @keggrovebrewco and much, much more. ...

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Mar 18

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From our recent winter issue...
Insider opinions: From @mauibrewingco and @treehousebrewco to @austinstreetbrewery @beerchurchbrew and the @firestonewalker Propagator taproom, we asked readers for the best brewery they’ve hit on vacation.

Read part one in a series on vacation breweries now at IllinoisBrewing.com

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Mar 17

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Because sometimes, when you’re replenishing magazines at one of your favorite spots, you run into a bottle-sharing group of strangers who are more than willing to share the best of their lot. And what a beautiful lot it was.

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