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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

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

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  • IB Insiders
    By Trent Modglin
    November 14, 2023
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    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 I work there, but even if I didn’t, they would certainly be one of my top faves. Outside of Bubblehouse, I’m a huge fan of Phase Three and I’m very excited ...
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  • Inside Scoop
    By Trent Modglin
    October 24, 2023
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    Inside Scoop: The Lake County Libation Trail’s Spooks & Spirits Check-in Challenge, Will Run for Beer 5k, and Streetz Artz Alliance upcoming markets

    Spooks and Spirits Check-in Challenge on the Lake County Libation Trail runs through Oct. 31 You have another week remaining to enjoy this spine-tingling adventure with the Lake County Libation Trail’s Spooks and Spirits Check-In Challenge. All you have to do is visit five or more participating locations to enter for a chance to win ...
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  • Feature Articles
    By Trent Modglin
    October 17, 2023
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    New kids on the block: A handful of exciting new breweries have opened in Illinois, and we couldn’t be happier to hoist a pint with them

    By Trent Modglin The Vogt House by Banging Gavel Brews 17400 Oak Park Ave in Tinley Park BanginGavel.com The anticipation: Banging Gavel can see the finish line of a project that started in 2017, and it looks glorious. The restoration of the stunning Karl Vogt House in Tinley Park is complete, and the opening of ...
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  • Inside Scoop
    By Trent Modglin
    September 15, 2023
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    Inside Scoop: Prost!! It’s Oktoberfest season, and we’ve got the goods on many of the best festivals around Illinois

    The following Oktoberfest events can be found in our special digital Oktoberfest issue, which can be read here. Prost!  50th Havana Oktoberfest Sept. 8-10 Come celebrate five decades of historic Havana’s Oktoberfest and its eclectic mix of the modern and the traditional. Head to the city’s downtown district, where you’ll find something for every age at ...
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  • Feature Articles
    By Trent Modglin
    September 7, 2023
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    Last call: We asked craft beer insiders and enthusiasts for their favorite Oktoberfest and fall beers

    The following Last Call article is part of our special digital Oktoberfest issue. You can read this special issue here.  Party Hat, the Oktoberfest from Byers Brewing Company in DeKalb, is a great beer for fall. I had never tried it until a friend brought some to our NIU football tailgate last September, and I ...
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  • Brewer's Choice
    By Trent Modglin
    September 1, 2023
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    Brewer’s Choice: Burnt City’s Ben Saller on being impressed by Phase Three and Roaring Table, constantly tweaking recipes, and tapping his own traditional Oktoberfest

    Burnt City Brewing Located at District Brew Yards in Chicago at 417 N. Ashland and in north suburban Wheeling at 700 N. Milwaukee Ave. BurntCityBrewing.com The last really good beer you drank was… Geo, the Phase Three West Coast pilsner. I picked it up at my local store, and it’s a style I’ve been intrigued ...
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  • Feature Articles
    By Trent Modglin
    August 12, 2023
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    Last call: We asked Illinois craft-beer professionals and enthusiasts for the summer brews they look forward to most

    I’m a huge fan of Art History’s Gravitace. I have been drawn to this beer since I first tasted it a few years back. It is the right mix of malt character with a thirst-quenching hop finish. I used to go to the famous Pilsner Urquel for my top summer beer. Now there is a ...
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  • IB Insiders
    By Trent Modglin
    July 15, 2023
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    Illinois Brewing Insider Eric Farrell from Bottle Theory in Elmhurst on Hop Butcher’s small-batch offerings, Goldfinger’s stellar Mexican lager and his own easy-drinking collaboration with Riverlands

    Eric Farrell Owner of Bottle Theory Taproom and Bottle Shop 542 Spring Rd in Elmhurst, IL BottleTheoryTaproom.com Favorite breweries: This feels like a loaded question. Illinois is littered with top-tier breweries, which makes it very hard to choose. I normally gravitate towards breweries that are versatile enough to brew an array of styles at a high ...
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  • Brewer's Choice
    By Trent Modglin
    June 27, 2023
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    Brewer’s Choice: Old Irving Brewing’s Trevor Rose-Hamblin on discovering Pipeworks’ dortmunder, growing his own lager series, and a delightful cocktail-inspired sour from MORE Brewing

    Trevor Rose-Hamblin Director of brewing operations/co-founder at Old Irving Brewing Co. 4419 W. Montrose Ave. in Chicago, IL OldIrvingBrewing.com The last really good beer I drank was… in a non-traditional drinking establishment. Pipeworks Brewing was kind enough to allow me to wash kegs for a few hours since our keg washer was down. They have a ...
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  • IB Insiders
    By Trent Modglin
    June 13, 2023
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    Illinois Brewing Insider: Beermiscuous co-manager Phil Vasquez on becoming a Lukr tap fanatic, his love of a good ESB (especially Art History’s) and how Half Acre’s new lime lager will be a summer staple

    Phil Vaquez, co-manager at Beermiscuous in Highwood, IL 552 Sheridan Road in Highwood 2812 N. Lincoln Ave. in Chicago Beermiscuous.com Favorite breweries: The upside of my job is that I get to taste a little bit of what everyone is brewing. The downside is that it makes it so much more difficult to pick favorites ...
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Out replenishing the last of our fall issue and ca Out replenishing the last of our fall issue and came to the familiar realization that we have a lot of cool breweries doing some great things all across Illinois. The beer, the vibes, the events. 

If you happen to be in Plainfield, swing by @garagebandbrewing or @werkforcebrewing (taproom pictured below. Mmm… Sleepy Bear stouts) or in Woodstock, you can find the magazine at @mobcraftbeerwoodstock (basement speakeasy in a former county jail pictured below), @kishwaukeebrewingcompany or @hbcwoodstock (4-pack below with their Clown Hammer IPA and Moostache milk stout).
 
#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #drinklocal #illinoisbeer
Did you know that a lot of your favorite breweries Did you know that a lot of your favorite breweries offer deals on gift cards or great Christmas packages this time of year that are perfect for the beer lover in your life (or yourself)? Like the barrel-aged beer gift pack from @onelakebrewing in Oak Park that includes their popular Been Czar, Done That imperial stout that’s aged for a year in whiskey and bourbon barrels. Gift packs include a pair of 25-ounce bottles (one bourbon and one rye) and two signature glasses. 
#holidaygiftidea
#barrelagedbeer #drinklocal #IllinoisBrewing #drinkIllinois
Spotlight on @oneallegiance Brewing — Zack Judic Spotlight on @oneallegiance Brewing — Zack Judickas’ entrepreneurial spirit, patience and creativity have made this SW suburban brewery and beer garden a true destination
#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #drinklocal #illinoisbeer 

Read the spotlight from our fall issue now at illinoisbrewing.com
Poll question: What beer goes best with the legend Poll question: What beer goes best with the legendary @pequodspizza in Chicago/Morton Grove? 
And no, don’t even think about suggesting Old Style.

#illinoisbrewing #drinkillinois #craftbeer
Brewer’s Choice: @nikandivybrewing co-owner Chri Brewer’s Choice: @nikandivybrewing co-owner Chrissy Ivnik on @maplewoodbrew Charlatan pale ale, the @noonwhistlebrewing variety, the outdoor space at @hailstormbrewing and how her founder memberships can serve as the perfect holiday gift

Read it all now at illinoisbrewing.com

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal #craftbeer #illinoisbeer #lockportillinois
How was your Thanksgiving? Ours was pretty solid t How was your Thanksgiving? Ours was pretty solid thanks to a little impromptu Illinois beer tasting session while we were cooking and grilling. Thumbs up to @sketchbookbrew Double Coastal West Coast IPA, @sewhopdbrewery Woven Dreams, @erischicago Strawbarbarella, @gcbrewingco helles lager, @phasethreebrew DDH Feline Fine and @twistedhippo Wooden Nickel oak-aged IPA.

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal #craftbeer #brewery #Illinoisbeer
"The holidays here are always a special time, and "The holidays here are always a special time, and our winter seasonal called Santa’s Magic, a Belgian strong ale, brings a lot of people out." — @mickey_finns head brewer Jason Martens in our Brewer's Choice section of the fall issue of Illinois Brewing. 

Well guess what? Santa's Magic is now available in cans to go and on draft at Mickey Finn's in Libertyville! 

And you can read the Brewer's Choice spotlight from our fall issue at illinoisbrewing.com

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #drinklocal #craftbeer
Spotlight on @brokenteebrewingco — North suburba Spotlight on @brokenteebrewingco — North suburban Highwood is home to this passion project from a former golf pro whose love of the sport is evident throughout

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

#IllinoisBrewing #drinklocal #craftbeer #DrinkIllinois #illinoisbeer #visitlakecounty @visitlakecounty
If you find yourself down in Atlanta, be sure to c If you find yourself down in Atlanta, be sure to check out @ladybirdatlanta Grove and Mess Hall for some solid local craft beer options and a beautiful indoor/outdoor space along the Beltline Corridor walking path. 
#craftbeer #Illinoisbrewing #drinklocal #Atlanta #atlantacraftbeer
Check out our Breweries in Bunches feature from th Check out our Breweries in Bunches feature from the fall issue: NW suburban Huntley and Woodstock are home to a handful of some of the state’s more creative and comfortable craft breweries, including @kishwaukeebrewingcompany @hbcwoodstock @sewhopdbrewery @morebrewing and the newly opened @mobcraftbeerwoodstock 

Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #illinoisbeer #brewery
Cool to see four stellar Illinois beer bars in the Cool to see four stellar Illinois beer bars in the @craftbeerbrew top 20 list for 2023 — @thehopleaf @thebeertemple @orangenbrewtap and @maproomchicago 

Rumor has it we may have had a beer or three at each of them over the years.
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Illinois Brewing Insider: @bubblehousebrewing tapr Illinois Brewing Insider: @bubblehousebrewing taproom manager Evan Nimke on lagers by @arthistorybrewing and @goldfingerbeer … the friendly vibes at @thebeerandnowtaproom and @freedombrotherspizzanaperville … their own grodziskie collaboration with @brotherchimpbrewing and kicking back at @lagunitaspetaluma in northern California 

Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #illinoisbeer #bottleshop #lager
Spotlight on @evergreenfarm1858 — This fifth-gen Spotlight on @evergreenfarm1858 — This fifth-generation farm near Peoria serves as an authentically cozy backdrop for a destination brewery

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

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #illinoisbeer #craftbeer #farmbrewery
Spotlight on @crustbrewing — This modern, inviti Spotlight on @crustbrewing — This modern, inviting hotspot in the heart of Rosemont’s @parkwaybankpark entertainment district is known for its handcrafted food, cocktails and German-inspired beer

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

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #CraftBeer #Rosemont
Had a great time with some neighbors at the openin Had a great time with some neighbors at the opening night of @fobab with @ilcraftbeer last night. A few favorites included @riverlandsbrewingcompany Tranquil Reserved, @gooseisland Bourbon County Toasted Barrel Stout, @ikeandoakbrewing Kodiak Revenge Black Walnut Brownie, @whiskeyhillbrewing Opus, @revbrewchicago Dread and Breakfast, @willcountybrew Mr. Mustachio, @haymarketbeer Bollocks and @begylebrewing Imperial Pajamas.

If you’re going today, pace yourself and enjoy! So many great categories to explore.

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #FOBAB
Brewer’s Choice: Jason Martens from @mickey_finn Brewer’s Choice: Jason Martens from @mickey_finns on the @roaringtable appeal, creating a level of approachability, and his own Santa’s Magic Belgian strong ale

#IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #libertyvilleillinois #craftbeer 

Read the spotlight now at illinoisbrewing.com
It’s @fobab time Nov. 3 & 4: Come enjoy this one It’s @fobab time Nov. 3 & 4: Come enjoy this one-of-a-kind festival and competition from @ilcraftbeer that celebrates the innovation and craftsmanship of barrel-aged brewing

Read the blog now at illinoisbrewing.com

#IllinoisBrewing #fobab #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #barrelagedbeer
The good folks at @kishwaukeebrewingcompany are ce The good folks at @kishwaukeebrewingcompany are celebrating their third anniversary with a big ol’ costume party and barrel-aged release tonight! Guaranteed good time if you’re in the Woodstock area.

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Grab a copy of the fall issue of @illinoisbrewing Grab a copy of the fall issue of @illinoisbrewing at the impressive new @guinnessbrewerychi 
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Illinois Brewing Insider: @chibrewscruise owner Ki Illinois Brewing Insider: @chibrewscruise owner Kirk Kilker on the passion shown by @alterbeer and @whiskeyhillbrewing … appreciating the grodziskie style at @brotherchimpbrewing and @goldfingerbeer … and an evening out at @sidecarsupperclub in Batavia

Read the spotlight from our fall issue at illinoisbrewing.com

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