Spring 2021 Roundup

Baseball is underway, temps are above freezing on the regular and hope is in the air. Yes, patio drinking season is upon us. Here’s a lineup of righteous options you should seek out this Spring. Paulaner Hefe-Weizen The official beer of the German Biergarten, this silky, traditional classic is really …

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Smile, Your Guinness Is Here

St. Patrick’s Day as we know it is a tradition that began here in the States.. It was started by people who migrated from Ireland. One of the earliest St. Patrick’s Day Parades that we have a record of was in New York City in 1763. That was only four …

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Big Drop Brewing Co. NA Beer Produced in Chicago

Big Paradiso, Galactic Extra Dark and Pine Trail Ale are the core lineup from UK based, Big Drop Brewing Co. The alcohol-free craft brewery’s offerings are always never more than 0.5% ABV.  Great Central Brewing in Chicago Brewing District is the producing Galactic and Pine Trail. To be frank, I …

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Pilsner – The World’s Most Popular Style

A German Pils showcases the finest qualities of German malt and hops.  The Pils is one of the most widely produced styles of all time. Everywhere it goes, pilsner dominates the country producing it. It’s quite frankly the style you’ll find regularly as a go to for those who appreciate …

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The Philosophy of Revolution’s Barrel Program

You should always, without exception drink what you like and don’t let anyone discourage you.  Having said that, there is a belief that sugar is dominating the market right now. Sweet, adjunct friendly interpretations of just about every popular style are for sale in record numbers. On the other end …

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Goose Island Bourbon County Stout 2020

Black Friday Preview Night __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Hosted By: Keith Gabbett, Brewmaster Michael Smith, Sr. Brand Manager Mike Siegel, R&D Manager Todd Ashmann, President __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Every January brewers and lab technicians begin a three round trial process to determine the next release of Bourbon County Stout variants. What worked for a number …

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