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  • Inside Scoop
    By Trent Modglin
    April 2, 2025
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    Inside Scoop: Links Taproom & Brewery opening in Chicago this summer, Pilot Project adding Wrigleyville location, Beer Under Glass kicks off Craft Beer Week May 9, St. Charles Brew Tour, and much more

    By Trent Modglin Links Taproom & Brewery set to take over On Tour Brewing space in Chicago’s West Town this summer Links Taproom, a popular craft beer and sausage bar that operated for six years in Chicago’s Wicker Park before closing amidst the Covid pandemic, is set to return this summer and reopen as Links ...
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  • Last Call
    By Trent Modglin
    October 28, 2024
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    Last Call: From Bufflehead brown ale at Kishwaukee Brewing to enjoying the Great Taste of the Midwest, Friday Night Flights and brewery tours in Bloomington-Normal and St. Charles, we asked craft beer enthusiasts and industry professionals for their favorite beer experiences of the summer

    From our big fall issue: What was your favorite beer experience of the summer?  “The Great Taste of the Midwest festival in August. It was the best weather we’ve had in 10-plus years up there. There’s just so much great beer in the Midwest to celebrate, and it has a somewhat local feel to it. ...
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  • Last Call
    By Trent Modglin
    August 12, 2024
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    Last call: From Destihl and Prairie Street Brewing Company to Wolfden and Buffalo Creek Brewing, we asked craft beer enthusiasts and industry pros for the best spot to drink beer outdoors

    Buffalo Creek Brewing in Long Grove Summer issue question: What’s the best spot to drink beer outdoors when the weather is perfect?  Buffalo Creek Brewing in Long Grove has one of the best outdoor spaces that they utilize greatly with hosting food trucks, bonfires, yard games and live music. Gives me a camping-in-Colorado feel. The ...
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  • Brewery Spotlights
    By Trent Modglin
    July 29, 2023
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    Spotlight on Burning Bush Brewery: The creation of a former pastor, this newer brewery in Chicago’s North Center neighborhood offers a beautiful riverfront patio, tasty beers and a perfect stop-off on the way to Wrigley

    Burning Bush Brewery 4014 N. Rockwell St. Chicago, IL BurningBushBrewery.com Monday-Thursday: 4-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 12-11 p.m. Sunday: 12-8 p.m. History in short: Brent Raska was a Presbyterian pastor in the southwest suburbs who saw his church close down in January of 2018, all while he had a 2-year-old at home and another baby on the ...
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Loved hanging out at the @sewhopdbrewery Mug Club Loved hanging out at the @sewhopdbrewery Mug Club party on Monday in Huntley. The Hey, Hey Hazy IPA, tacos from Del Toro and live music from Michael Patterson were top notch. Didn’t win the raffle, but there’s always next time.
From our big spring issue... Spotlight on @solemn From our big spring issue... Spotlight on @solemnoathbeer (and @hiddenhandbeer ): Going strong after 13 years — with locations in Naperville and Chicago — this perennial favorite has always focused on a diverse beer lineup, European-like community experiences, and a belief that the brand is an “unfinished idea” Read the feature now at illinoisbrewing.com
Made a run down to the old neighborhood in Chicago Made a run down to the old neighborhood in Chicago to get some swings in with the kid before settling in for the back 9 of The Masters/Rory roller coaster with a @hopewellbrewing Ride or Die pale ale and @maplewoodbrew Crushinator session IPA
Read @ilcraftbeer executive director Ray Stout’s Read @ilcraftbeer executive director Ray Stout’s column from our spring issue @ilcraftbeerweek runs May 9-16: Busy times for enjoying good brews with Beer Under Glass, the Summer Passport program, Pint Day and more https://illinoisbrewing.com/2025/04/09/inside-scoop-illinois-craft-beer-week-beer-under-glass-summer-passport-program-pint-day-and-more/
From our spring issue — Illinois Brewing Insider From our spring issue — Illinois Brewing Insider Fred Sanchez on a love of @hubbards_cave barrel-aged offerings, @mikerphonebrewing orange-vanilla milkshake IPA and Mambo Italian pilsner, @haymarketbeer Chicago Tavern Beer, the rotating selection and vibe at @theharpandfiddle and @wehavegreatbeerpr and taking a break from California wine country to hit up @firestonewalker Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #CraftBeer #illinoisbeer
Yes, the content of our spring issue is just that Yes, the content of our spring issue is just that good. Go ahead, try to put it down
Sometimes, when out replenishing your spring issue Sometimes, when out replenishing your spring issue, passing on some of the quality craft beer this state is known for turns out to be a fruitless endeavor. And we’re OK with that #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #illinoisbeer
Very excited about this move for @liquidlovebrewin Very excited about this move for @liquidlovebrewing and a nice addition for @brewyards in north suburban Wheeling
Experience the St. Charles Brew Tour through the @ Experience the St. Charles Brew Tour through the @stcalliance Nestled in along the Fox River in the far west suburbs, St. Charles is a thriving community of shops, restaurants, events and — yep, craft breweries. Home to six renowned breweries — @alterbeer.stc @93octanebrewery @pollyannabrewingcompany @riverlandsbrewingcompany @brokenbrix_cidery and @dandgbrewing — St. Charles now offers a year-round, self-guided brew tour, making it easy to experience the charming taprooms and well-crafted beers at each one. Get started today at StCalliance.org/brewtour
Get the Inside Scoop from our new spring issue: @l Get the Inside Scoop from our new spring issue: @linkstaproom & Brewery opening in Chicago this summer, @pilotprojectbrewing adding Wrigleyville location, Beer Under Glass kicks off @ilcraftbeerweek May 9, the @stcalliance Brew Tour, @maplewoodbrew adding a kitchen and much more Read it all now at IllinoisBrewing.com #IllinoisBrewing #craftbeer #DrinkIllinois #illinoisbeer
A dozen Illinois breweries have been working on so A dozen Illinois breweries have been working on something special: 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 is starting April 7th! Each brewery has been tasked with designing and building a unique mini golf hole. Combined, they will form a custom 12-hole mini golf course across the greater Chicagoland area. All you have to do is show up and play, post your score and you’ll be entered to win sweet prizes. Visit all 12 and get entered into the grand prize drawing for even more cool stuff. At the end, players will have the chance to vote for their favorite hole and the brewery will be crowned “Hole Designer of the Year” For more info, check out: bubblehousebrewing.com/links Participating Breweries: @arthistorybrewing @brotherchimpbrewing @blindcornerbeer @bubblehousebrewing @churchstbrew @mikerphonebrewing @noonwhistlebrewing x 2 @skeletonkeybrewery @solemnoathbeer @soundgrowler @sturdyshelterbrewing
Did you hear? There’s a new venue for the Beer U Did you hear? There’s a new venue for the Beer Under Glass festival from the @ilcraftbeer Guild this year. Yep, on Friday, May 9, you’ll have 200+ beers to sample from across the state — all atop the beautiful @harristheaterchicago rooftop terrace at 205 E. Randolph in Chicago. BUG — which kicks off @ilcraftbeerweek — runs 5:30-8:30 p.m. (VIP entry is at 4:30). Tickets on sale now at IllinoisBeer.org General Admission | $55 VIP Early Entry | $65
If you haven’t been to the new @diversey_house t If you haven’t been to the new @diversey_house to snag some of Chicago’s best wings and ribs, as well as beers from @moorsbeer and @steepravinebrewingco you’re missing out. Great spot right off the Kennedy in Logan Square #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #wings #MarchMadness
When it’s 78 degrees in late March, it’s a cle When it’s 78 degrees in late March, it’s a clear signal from the gods that it’s time for a patio beer at @uneannee and @hubbards_cave in Niles. Grab a copy of Illinois Brewing here and read all about their famous cave monster sandwich (think brisket, pulled pork, cheese, giardinera, etc) in our spring issue’s Last Call section #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #illinoisbeer
Check out our spring issue of Illinois Brewing, an Check out our spring issue of Illinois Brewing, and look for it at nearly 400 locations across the state
Brewer’s Choice: Mark Duchow and Jim Riggs from Brewer’s Choice: Mark Duchow and Jim Riggs from @adamsstreetbrewery on great recent beers from @offcolorbrewing @doubleclutchbrewery and @dovetailbrewery … raking in 17 awards in 2024 … and tapping a pair of favorite stouts this spring at the @berghoffchicago Read the spotlight from our new spring issue now at IllinoisBrewing.com
Illinois Brewing Insider @evanstrong from the @eto Illinois Brewing Insider @evanstrong from the @etownhomebrew on his favorite local breweries like @halfacrebeer and @doubleclutchbrewery … the good vibes at @monkspubchicago … the @sketchbookbrew patio and Honeybird honey basil ale … and fun beer experiences in the Virgin Islands and Japan Read the spotlight now at IllinoisBrewing.com
Fun outing with a few neighbors at the cozy new @s Fun outing with a few neighbors at the cozy new @suncatcherbrewing in Chicago’s Humboldt Park. Thanks to @halfacrebeer co-owner Matt Gallagher for showing us around his fun side project. Look for a spotlight on Suncatcher in Illinois Brewing’s big spring issue #IllinoisBrewing #DrinkIllinois #craftbeer #chicagobeer
Hey all, it’s not too late if you’d like to co Hey all, it’s not too late if you’d like to contribute to our Last Call section in the upcoming issue of Illinois Brewing magazine. Here’s the question to answer: What’s the best meal you’ve had recently at an Illinois brewery? You can answer below or direct message. Please provide details on what you had, why you liked it, etc. Not just the brewery name. Thanks in advance... and here’s hoping to see your name in print!
“I find myself always going back to anything new “I find myself always going back to anything new that @whiteoakbrewing is putting out in Normal. I love their hazy IPAs, and pretty much anything they do I’m a fan of. They’re in a really good position where they distribute to a lot of the state, so people are catching on to them. We’ve done several collaborations with them, and I really dig those guys.” — @handoffatebrewing owner and head brewer Mike Allison Read the Brewer’s Choice from our winter issue now at IllinoisBrewing.com
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