Brewer Chris Betts has been making beer in Chicago since 2013, and is a big fan of wilds, sours, and Saisons.
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Leinenkugel’s Brewery
Leinenkugel Summer Shandy outsells all of their other beers combined, even though it is sold as a limited release.
Read moreAlter Brewing Co
Alter has two locations: Downers Grove taproom and St Charles brewpub.
Read moreFour Corners Brewing Co
Fun, lively taproom located in the Cedars District of downtown Dallas. It’s in a former carriage house built in the early 1900s. Fifteen beers on tap.
Read moreWatermark Brewing Co
Huge, garage-type taproom, live music, grassy patio area with games and a firepit. Six beers were available on tap.
Read moreUrban Harvest Brewing Co
The taproom is a spacious, comfortable setting. The brick walls enhance the homey feeling. Small batch brewing with a two-barrel system.
Read moreSolemn Oath Brewery
Bare bones taproom in a garage, hidden in an industrial park in Naperville. Its location and lack of seating don’t seem to deter visitors, as it is frequently packed with beer lovers.
Read moreÆgir Brewpub
The Ægir Brewpub design is inspired by Norse mythology, with the exterior reminiscent of a stave church. Inside is a fireplace that radiates warmth and coziness, with a chimney extending up through the middle of both floors.
Read moreBJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse
BJ’s has won over 200 awards, including several gold medals from the Great American Beer Festival.
Read moreNorth Pier Brewing Co
The tasting room has a casual, spartan appearance, with a small bar as well as picnic tables, and an outdoor deck.
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