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New Years Beer and Cheese Pairing Guide ›
On December 29, 2020  ·  in Beer Pairing Guide

 

Are you celebrating New Year’s Eve at home? Might we suggest a simple yet effective cheese and charcuterie board with beer pairings?

 

Building a cheese and charcuterie board can be daunting if it’s your first time; there are thousands of options, but we’re here to help with three cheese and beer recommendations that you can customize with your favorite meats and accouterments.  You should find the cheeses at most independent cheese shops and select grocers and the beers at most stores that sell craft beer.

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Restaurants in Chicago to Order Thanksgiving To-Go From ›
On November 17, 2020  ·  in Beer Pairing Guide, Holidays

Thanksgiving Beer

For Thanksgiving this year gatherings will be smaller, and celebrations may be more remote, but that doesn’t mean the food can’t be just as delicious! It is so important this year to focus on health and safety during the holiday season which is why we’ve compiled a list of a few restaurants in and around Chicago offering to-go options for Thanksgiving. Whether you need just the turkey, a few extra sides or the whole meal, these restaurants have you covered!

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Previewing the 2020 Goose Island Bourbon County Lineup ›
On October 30, 2020  ·  in Beer Review, Goose Island Beer Co.

Full Review of Goose Island’s 2020 Bourbon County Lineup

In previous years Goose Island would invite the media to the Goose Island Barrel Warehouse on the west side of Chicago, where they would taste through all of the variants of Bourbon County. Obviously this year, things looked different. Instead of meeting in person, they  sent out tasting kits and did a virtual tasting over Zoom with Goose Island President Todd Ahsmann, Brewmaster Keith Gabbett, R&D Manager Mike Siegel and Senior Brand Manager Mike Smith. While the setting was different, the beers were still the star of the show, and this year they absolutely did not disappoint.

Also if you are looking to stay updated on how to get your hands on this year’s Bourbon County CLICK HERE

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Great Chicago Grill at Home Kits for Memorial Day ›
On May 22, 2020  ·  in Beer Pairing Guide, Holidays

Happy Memorial Day Weekend! Warmer weather is here and summer is just around the corner which means it is time to fire up the grill. Going to the grocery stores these days can be a little stressful, so we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite restaurants around the city who are offering Grill-at-Home meal kits. Head to Drizly to order some of the beverages that we suggest pairing with the meals!

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How to celebrate Memorial Day With Our Local Breweries ›
On May 21, 2020  ·  in Beer Pairing Guide, Beer Trips (Driveable Craft Beer Destinations)

With Memorial Day approaching we’re sure you’re trying to fill up your beer fridge before the weekend. There’s no better way of doing than heading to our local breweries! Take a look below for updates from Alter, Burnt City, Goose Island and Moody Tongue!

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Mothers Day at Home ›
On May 08, 2020  ·  in Beer Pairing Guide, Holidays

With Mother’s Day coming up you may be wondering how you can still keep your traditions alive. These traditions may include getting Mother’s Day brunch, going out to dinner, or just having some drinks, and there are still plenty of great options available for takeout and delivery. We wanted to highlight some of these options for you as well as offer some great beverage pairing options. Can’t find the pairing option at the restaurant? Look for it on Drizly!

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