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We first reported back in May that Yuengling was expanding their distribution to Ohio but few details were available. It has now been reported the brewery, which already distributes in 14 states is aiming for an October launch. They did... read more »
Chicago Beer Week has released an app for both iPhone and Android. It seems like a great app. There is one problem many dates and times are incorrect. I am standing outside Beer Under Glass which starts 30 minutes after the app and website say.
There are some rumors brewing at the beginning of Chicago’s Craft Beer Week about where some brewers will land. Jim Cibak is rumored to be moving to Revolution’s new production facility to continue what he started in Revolution’s... read more »
Two Brothers of Warrenville purchased the America’s Roundhouse facility in Aurora. The usual claims of nothing changing have been made. This is a hot spot for banquets and weddings and I seriously doubt there will be any change in... read more »
Samuel Adams Brewery released Latitude 48 last year in a sampler and proved to be a big hit. Now Sam Adams deconstructed this beer. Latitude 48 is made with 5 hops. In this sampler there is the standard Latitude 48 then there are 5 other... read more »
In a time when many breweries are pulling out of markets, Yuengling confirmed via Twitter this morning that there beers are coming to Ohio. On Twitter they are predicting a fall release. No word yet on if they are releasing the full line... read more »
Just wanted to let everyone know Midwest has a Groupon for a homebrew kit. If you are looking to get started this beginners kit might be for you. http://www.groupon.com/chicago/deals/midwest-hydroponic-chicago?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+groupon+%28Groupon+Chicago%29... read more »
By chance yesterday I called one of my usual beer stores to inquire about Samuel Adams Utopias release date. Well, it has been released. I was able to secure a bottle and plan to chronicle this beer over its life of two years. Remember... read more »
The Craft Brewers Guild has updated their Chicago Craft Beer Week site. Details are sparse, but worth a look. My thoughts to come after details are fleshed out more.
Within the next 48 hours the Illinois Craft Brewers Guild should release the schedule of events. Additionally, Android and iPhone apps are to be released with event schedules and details. There is a closed party for the press this evening... read more »