We at Chicago Beer Geeks had a rare opportunity the other night to tour the Goose Island Fullton Street Brewery with one of their brewers John Laffler. He is responsible for the barrel age beers like Bourbon County Stout, as well as having the opportunity to experiment with small batches …
As you have probably heard by now in a move that surprised few but disappointed many, the mighty Goose Island Brewery announced this morning that it was selling the 23yr old Chicago institution to of all people… Budweiser. GI is the largest Illinois based craft brewery producing over 127,000 barrels last year with a market …
Ok so this is far north and almost getting close to Wisconsin territory; however, if your from the far north burbs or in the area I would recommend checking out Antioch Liquors and Fine Wines. Its a great spot to pick up some good beers in the area, and the …
If you have ever tried to acquire any of the bottles in this photo from your local fine beverage depot..you know how special this evening was. This was the rarest of events, only 20 tix available to the public. It was part seminar, part dinner party and a celebration of …
