Illinois Beer Reviews
Beer is booming in the state that so famously defied Prohibition.
Two Brothers Bare Tree Weiss Wine 2009
I picked up a bottle of Two Brothers Bare Tree 2009 at Whole Foods (a.k.a “Whole Paycheck”) last weekend and was looking forward to opening this unique bottle. This one is vintage 2009, a weiss wine, in a green bottle that’s more like a mini wine...
Ram Nutcracker Irish Red Ale
My personal history with this Chicago brewpub chain started probably a decade ago when I was working for the same company I am now, but had a very different job. Back then I was driving around a white cargo van with an oversized company logo on the side, listening to...
Goose Island Demolition Belgian Style Golden Ale
Goose Island Demolition is a wonderful brew from the famed Chicago craft brewery that I found to be quite satisfying. A buddy of mine shared this one with me over a meal of my signature curry chicken, and it hit the spot. First a little background from the brewmaster:...
Black Toad Dark Ale
Enjoyed this brew with my wife and father-in-law as we put together plans to finish our basement. Though I could use some libations to help influence some of the design promise. See, beer is good for all situations…ok, all the time. Paired this brew with some...