This might be my all-time favorite Deep Woods release. First off lets just say there’s something to be said about the look of a world class, barrel aged beer. That first pour when the fluffy, ruby brown head crowns the top the teku…it’s damn near erotic. You could argue that …
Germany is full of enchantment, fantasy, outdoor beauty, rich heritage and home to the world’s largest festival – Oktoberfest. Paulaner produces the top selling bier at Oktoberfest, and is one of six breweries allowed to serve at the official event. Munich’s Oktoberfest draws about six million people annually. I don’t …
The first time met Brother Sam Ross was at a preview event for the Auto Show Friday Night Flights held at Eris Brewery + Ciderhouse. It was a trip because up to that point no one ever referred to knowing me as ‘Chalonda’s Husband’. Sam is a Brand Ambassador/ Assistant …
We haven’t had a chance to chat with the Pabst crew since our Ballantine Ale feature back in 2014. The recent rebrand of the Pabst Milwaukee Brewery + Taproom to the Captain Pabst Pilot House challenges the perception of what Pabst can be. Seabird IPA began as a project here …
Schiller Park is just a couple miles from O’Hare International Airport. We had no clue there was a massive 8000 sq. ft. brewpub that town. Short Fuse’s Head Brewer Brian Largo is from Lake Zurich; he’s only been in this role for three months. Aside from ushering in smaller, seasonal …
When speaking to volunteers and other brewers in the crowd at this fest you get to hear what really needs to be explored. Year 17 and ICBG’s signature event is as good as its ever been. Meaderies swept the Cider/Mead/Perry category for the first time since it debuted back in …
