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Guest Post | Bands and Beers We Loved at Pitchfork Music Festival 2015 By Richard Giraldi ›
On July 23, 2015  ·  in Event Spotlight, Goose Island Beer Co.
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All photos by Richard Giraldi

Late July means two things in Chicago: heat and Pitchfork Music Festival. Last weekend, both descended upon the west side’s Union Park for three days of music, which included both up-and-coming bands and festival circuit veterans. The 10th edition of the Pitchfork Music Festival wasn’t all smooth sailing though as torrential thunderstorms resulted in a brief closure of the festival, but when the rain moved on, Pitchfork Fest reopened and the rest of the weekend was a little steamy but clear and sunny. Read More


Event Spotlight | Arts & Crafts Vol 2: Artist Beer Pairings with BucketFeet ›
On June 22, 2015  ·  in 3 Sheeps Brewing, Event Spotlight, Goose Island Beer Co., Kona Brewing Co.
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Arts & Crafts is an event series in partnership with Chicago beer bloggers, The Hop Review that celebrates art, craft beer, and the culture that ties both together. At each event, guests meet local Chicago artists at the top of their craft and learn about their process while enjoying beer from some of the country’s best breweries.

 

This Thursday (6/25), we’re joining forces with BucketFeet for an evening of beer tastings inspired by the artist-designed shoes showcased in BucketFeet’s brand new Bucktown Studio. The artists behind the designs will be present to discuss their process and share the craft beer that best correlate to their art.

 

Tickets are $10 and include four beer samples provided by Lakeshore Beverage’s craft beer specialists!

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Tasting Notes | Goose Island 312 Urban Radler ›
On June 10, 2015  ·  in Goose Island Beer Co., Tasting Notes

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Just in time for summer, Goose Island Beer has released 312 Urban Radler, a deliciously refreshing drink perfect for patio season. Read More


#CCBW | Day 10: Welles Park Craft Beer Fest ›
On May 24, 2015  ·  in Ale Syndicate, Chicago Craft Beer Week, Founders Brewing Co., Goose Island Beer Co., Motor Row Brewing, SweetWater Brewing, Tallgrass Brewing

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Chicago is not known for being kind to its residents weather-wise. Day 10 of Chicago Craft Beer Week, however, was one of those days that makes us forget the midwest’s moody temper(ature)ment (couldn’t help myself…is anyone reading this?) as we spend the day in the sunshine. Saturday was Welles Park Craft Beer Fest, the official closing event of CCBW, although the week technically extends into tomorrow. Read More


#CCBW | Day 6: BYOBeer Dinner at Rickshaw Republic ›
On May 20, 2015  ·  in Ale Syndicate, Brewery Ommegang, Chicago Craft Beer Week, Founders Brewing Co., Goose Island Beer Co., SweetWater Brewing

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Last night was the inaugural voyage in our newest event series, BYOBeer Dinners. If you’re a regular reader of this blog you’ve probably noticed how excited I’ve been about this meal. You probably noticed it HERE and HERE. Which is why my recap of day 6 of Chicago Craft Beer Week is entirely about our time at Rickshaw Republic. Read More


#CCBW | Day 4: Goose Island Sunday Funday ›
On May 18, 2015  ·  in Chicago Craft Beer Week, Goose Island Beer Co.

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Day 4 of Chicago Craft Beer Week was about one thing: Goose Island Sunday Funday.

Sunday Funday is that magical time of year where Chicago beer fans gather in Goose Island’s barrel warehouse for a dodgeball tournament, music, food and, of course, an epic beer list.  Read More


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