There are more and more good beer resources available via World Wide Web. The
ones listed here can quickly get you connected to even more resources.
The following are grouped by subject. Not all of these are official links. On-line
reviews are supplied when a website is unavailable.
NOTE: to easily find area breweries, brewpubs, beer bars, good beer stores
and homebrew shops, check out Jonathan Surratt's amazing Chicago
Beer Map.
Chicago Area Breweries and Brewpubs (in operation as of
March 2007)
Most (but not all) Illinois breweries are members of the
Illinois Craft Brewers Guild (CBS
is an affiliate member)
America's Brewpub:
Housed in Walter Payton's Roundhouse Complex in Aurora, IL, this brewpub features
brewer Mike Rybinski's well-crafted brews, included the award-winning
Payton Pilsner.
Bent Rver Brewing
Company: Head brewer Rich Nunez is cranking out an impressive
list of beers at this brewpub in the Quad Cities (Moline, IL).
Blue Cat Brew Pub: Great
beer and a lot of fun in the Quad Cities (Rock Island, IL). Make sure to visit
brewer Dan Cleaveland while you're there (he's regularly at many CBS
events).
Brass Restaurant
& Brewery: Very good food at this new brewpub in the northwest
suburbs (South Barrington). Founding Greg Browne has moved on to Mickey
Finn's (see below), while Anthony Carollo, who succeeded Greg at Flatlander's,
succeeds him once again here.
Carlyle Brewing Company:
Owned and operated by Don Carlyle, this is the only brewpub in the
Rockforford area.
Emmett's Tavern & Brewing
Co.:Excellent beers produced by head brewer Ryan Clooney,
who has now been joined by veteran area brewers Rob Hunter (Prairie
Rock) and Mike Engelke (Glen Ellyn Brewing Co./Sports Brew - closed
April 2004). The original brewery-restaurant is located at 128 W Main St.,
West Dundee. Emmett's Ale House
is in the former Founder's Hill Brewing Company (R.I.P.) space at 5200 Main
Street in Downers Grove. A second, non-brewing, Emmett's Ale House
is at 123 West Washington Street in Oswego.
Flossmoor Station Restaurant
and Brewery: Great beers convenient to the METRA train (in a converted
station, too). Brewer Matt Van Wyk has won many awards, most notably
at the 2006 Great
American Beer Festival: Flossmoor was named Small Brewpub Company
and Matt the Small Brewpub Company Brewer of the Year.
Goose Island Beer Company:
Chicago's premier craft brewer, with a major brewing plant on Fulton Street
and the ever-popular brewpub on Clybourn
Street and second location in Wrigleyville
(on Clark Street just south of Wrigley Field). Great supporters of CBS. The
Clybourn pub has been host to our monthly Thirst Firsday meetings almost since
they opened the brewpub in 1988. Head brewer Greg Hall is often in
attendance on First Thursday and other CBS events, as is much of the rest
of the Goose brewing staff. Clybourn pub brewer Wil Turner is also
a frequent fixture at our activities. At the 2006
GABF, Goose continued its impressive run of annual medals.
Govnor's Public House:
Large brewpub in Lake in the Hills. Sadly, longtime brewer Terry Richardson
passed away on September 4, 2006, after battling cancer. Terry's beers
were highly-regarded, but we miss him even more. Scott Prutton, a veteran
homebrewer and winemaker, is the new head brewer.
Harrison's Restaurant
and Brewery: This Orland Park establishment breaks the normal brewpub
mold by offering an imaginative menu that has garnered great reviews (Chicago
Tribune: 4 forks). Head brewer is Joachim Mekoum.
J.W. Platek's Restaurant & Brewery:
The first brewpub in McHenry County, Platek's began brewing in 1997 in the
far northwestern suburb of Richmond, Illinois. Owner Jim Platek also
supervises the brewhouse.
Lakefront Brewery, Inc.:
On-line home for Milwaukee's classic small craft brewery, founded by the Klisch
(Russ and Jim) brothers back in 1985. A perennial favorite and award-winner
at CBS tastings. Owner/brewer Russ Klisch continues to be a great supporter
of CBS.
Lunar
Brewing Company: Small brewpub and beer bar at 54 East St.Charles
Road, Villa Park. Our old pal Jim Filisko is the head brewer. (Link
to is pubcrawler.com because lunarbrewing.com
does not appear to be working.)
Mickey Finn's Brewery:
Highly-acclaimed Libertyville (IL) brewpub has won many awards for its beers,
including Best of Show at our 1994 Fall Tasting and multiple awards at our
Real Ale Festival. Old CBS friend
Greg Browne has been head brewer since August 2004.
Millrose Restaurant and
Brewing Company: Very popular Barrington operation that has an excellent
restaurant and adjacent Country Store. Meatpacking is the main family business
of the owners, so ribs and steaks are particularly good here. Word has it
that the brewery has ceased brewing, so be forewarned!
The Onion Pub Restaurant & Brewery:
The former Wild Onion brewery is back in Spring 2003, but in this incarnation
as a brewpub featuring English and American pub fare. Look for many of Wild
Onion's old recipes, including Paddy Pale Ale and Jack Stout, to be back on
tap. Located at 22221 Pepper Rd, Lake Barrington, IL.
Piece Brewery & Pizzeria:
Very hip Wicker Park pizzeria-brewery featuring New Haven-style pies and excellent
beers (their own and a solid list of guest beers). Brewer Jonathan Cutler
has extensive brewing experience and has won many awards while at Piece.
Prairie
Rock Brewing Company: The original Prairie Rock location (a sister
brewpub in Schaumburg closed in early 2007) overlooks the Grand Victoria riverboat
casino on the Fox River in Elgin. Great food and great beer, the latter now
produced by brewer, Jim Wolfer.
The Ram Restaurant/Big
Horn Brewing - Schaumburg: The first Illinois brewpub location for
this Lakewood, Washington (outside of Tacoma) based chain of restaurants.
Fine beers and great food in the shadow of Woodfield Mall and Ikea. Tom
("Bubba") Nelson is the head brewer.
The Ram Restaurant/Big
Horn Brewing - Wheeling: The latest Ram location, just up the road
from the original location in Schaumburg, with beers under the watchful eye
of Lanny Fetzer. Another (non-brewing) Ram is in Rosemont
at 9520 Higgins Road.
Rock
Bottom - Chicago: Conveniently located at the corner of Grand and
State in Chicago's River North neighborhood, this branch of the national chain
has excellent food and imaginative, award-winning specialty beers from brewer
(and great CBS supporter) Pete Crowley.
Rock
Bottom - Orland Park: The latest Rock Bottom is at 16156 South La
Grange Road. Iain Wilson, a native of Scotland, is the brewer. He's
won a bunch of awards in Indiana, so we're happy he's come to this side of
the border.
Rock
Bottom - Warrenville: This fine RB outpost in the western suburbs
also has great food and some excellent beers. Tim Marshall is now the
head brewer. He was formerly Pete Crowley's assistant and most recently brewed
at Rock Bottom in Indianapolis. RB-W is at 28256 Diehl Road, across from the
AMC Cantera.
Rock
Bottom - Yorktown: This RB brewpub is located on the west side of
Yorktown Center Mall (94 Yorkstown Center) in Lombard. Chris Boggess
is the brewmaster.
Stockholm's: Fairly recent addition to the regional beer scene, brewing
(and serving fine food) in downtown Geneva, IL. Loated at 306 West State Street.
Sprecher Brewing Co.:
Randy Sprecher is a long-time friend and supporter of the Beer Society.
His beers have been past winners at CBS tastings. Visit his brewery north
of Milwaukee, or maybe run into him on the Blues & Brews Cruise.
Three Floyds Brewing LLC:
They're definitely not normal! Our great friends in NW Indiana have been major
supporters of CBS for a long time and have won countless honors and awards.
Chances are you'll meet brewer Nick Floyd at many Beer Society events.
Don't pass up a visit to the Three
Floyds Brewpubnow operating onsite at 9570 Indiana Parkway, Munster,
IN.
Two Brothers Brewing Company:
Founded in 1996, Two Brothers started production in March, 1997, brewing distinctive
beers from their plant in Warrenville, IL. The two brothers, Jim and
Jason Ebel, also run the adjacent homebrew store, The Brewer's Coop (see
above). They've been great supporters of CBS (and other area clubs).
Chicago Area Beer Bars
The beer situation in Chicago is subtantially better than it was years ago.
Now it's quite common to find at least a few decent beers on tap at many bars.
The places listed below are noted for a more extensive selection of domestic
and imported craft beers. If you feel a place should be added, please contact
the webmaster.
Bricks:
A critically-acclaimed restaurant and pub in the center of Old Town, Bricks
features creative pizza and a well-chosen beer list in very pleasant surroundings.
Located at 1909 N. Lincoln, Chicago.
Brisku's Bistro: Not
so much a beer bar, but a neighborhood restaurant/bar in Albany Park, 4100
N. Kedzie. Enjoy Middle Eastern fare along with a pint of real cask-conditioned
ale! Entertainment, too.
Brownstone
Tavern & Grill: Most recently Benz and Benedicts, this North Center
neighborhood bar and grill has been redone in homage to the classic Chicago
brownstone. Gone are the 50 taps and handpump - they're down to 16 taps and
38 bottled selections. Located at 3937 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago. (Link is
Metromix review.)
Chicago Brauhaus: For
over 40 years, this Lincoln Square establishment has offered a great Bavarian
atmosphere, complete with traditional food, beers, and live music. At 4732
N Lincoln Ave.
Clark
Street Ale House: "If you can't go to heaven, go to ale" is the slogan
at this attractive downtown Chicago room boasting 24 micros on tap. Great
beer garden in nice weather, too. Visit them at 742 N. Clark, Chicago. Note:
web link is from Metromix.
Delilah's:
"Chicago's Premier Cavern Tavern" features one of the largest drink
selections you'll find anywhere, with 135 beers, 125 whiskeys, 400 bottles
of booze on the wall, and its all served up in our dark but casual environment.
Many beer specials and special tastings. At 2771 N. Lincoln, Chicago.
Duke
of Perth: Scottish bar and restaurant boasts an impressive list of
single malt whiskys. At 2913 N. Clark St. (link is a Chicago
Bar Project review).
Edelweiss: Officially
just over the border in Norridge, this family-owned German restaurant and
bar has been serving hearty foods and good beers (16 drafts) for over 30 years.
Located at 7650 W Irving Park Road, Norridge.
Edgewater
Tavern: Real comfortable neighborhood bar with better than average
pub food and outdoor seating (weather permitting). Convenient for an Andersonville
pub crawl! Rogue's ales are prominently featured, as is the occasional cask
ale. At 5600 N. Ashland Ave.
Fireside Restaurant and Bar:
Nice neighborhood restaurant with an enclosed patio and good beer selection
(18 taps). Brewmaster dinners are occasionally featured here. At 5739 N. Ravenswood
Ave.
The Globe Pub: 20 beers
on tap and 10 plasma screens to watch sports (European soccer is most popular,
but all major US sports are presented, too). Real dartboards and good British-style
pub grub are also featured. Not surprisingly, this place is popular with ex-pats,
but it's a cool local, too. At 1934 W. Irving Park.
Handlebar: Neighborhood
bar & grill catering especially to bicycle riders and bike lovers. The
menu features vegan, vegetarian, and seafood choices. Good craft beers available
on tap and in bottles. At 2311 W. North Ave.
Hopleaf: A great little neighborhood
bar that also features an impressive Belgian-style restaurant in the rear.
Excellent, well-selected list of beers, 30 on tap, 100's in bottles. Not surprisingly,
many are from Belgium. 5148 N. Clark, Chicago.
Jaks Tap: Once the Tap &
Growler (RIP), Chicago's second brewpub, Jaks offers a great list of draft
beers and good quality food in the West Loop/Greektown area. The sister of
the Village Tap (q.v.) is popular for United Center events. 901 W. Jackson,
Chicago.
John Barleycorn: Well-established
Lincoln Park tavern (658 W. Belden) was once frequented by John Dillinger.
It now has a sister location in Wrigleyville (3524 N. Clark). More of a restaurant
pub with an extensive menu, but both places now feature a decent list of draft
beers. Classical music and art slides, too, so not exactly your classic rowdy
bar.
Laschet's Inn: Excellent
German bar and restaurant with an impressive menu and good selection of draft
German beers. At 2119 W Irving Park Road. Remember, it's pronounced LASH'-ets,
not la-SCHETS' - they ain't French!
Mac's:
Nice corner restaurant and bar specializing in American comfort food and a
fine list of tap beers, including 2 real ales on handpump. Location at 1801
W. Division, Chicago. (Link is Metromix
review.)
The Map Room: A Chicago tavern
with a great selection of beers (30 taps) from the US and around the world.
May be the city's best beer bar. Great friend and supporter of the Beer Society,
host of our regular "Third Wednesday" social nights. Weekly International
Nights, regular beer and wine schools, many specials, cask ales. At 1949 N.
Hoyne (at Armitage), Chicago.
Mike's
Ale House(Irving Park): This once-compact neighborhood tavern
in Portage Park has moved east to larger quarters, but it still boasts well-chosen
American micro and regional beers and a great little kitchen that churns out
tasty, inexpensive food. Many special events, usually sponsored by a top brewery.
Run by Mike Hirsh, longtime friend of CBS. Now located at 5134 W Irving Park
Rd, Chicago, east of Laramie Ave. (Link is Metromix
review.)
Mike's
Ale House (Edgewater): The second bar in Mike Hirsh's little empire
brought fine beer to a stretch of Western Avenue that was definitely a craft
beer desert. Only bottled beers for now, but taps are eventually planned.
The kitchen provides a more limited menu than the Irving Park location, but
you can still get great burgers and other items (great crab cakes!). Even
better, if you purchase three drinks your entree is FREE. At 5652 N Western
Ave. (Link is Metromix review.)
Quenchers Saloon: Chicago's
first beer bar, introducing great beers to the city since 1979. At 2401 N.
Western (at Fullerton).
Poor
Phil's: Popular Oak Park spot known for its seafood (try the crab
legs) and free popcorn. Nice sidewalk cafe (good weather only). Grab a pint
of cask-conditioned real ale here, too. At 132 S. Marion Street, Oak Park.
(Link is Metromix review.)
Puffer's:
In the heart of Brideport, Puffer's is a fine neighborhood bar that offers
the best selection for miles. The perfect stop before or after a Sox game
at nearby Comiskey Park. At 3356 S. Halsted. (Link is Metromix
review.)
Resi's
Bierstube: Authentic German tavern, restaurant and beer garden at
2034 W. Irving Park Rd. 15 German beers on tap including a good selection
of weissbiers. The beer garden is not to be missed! (Link is Chicago
Bar Project review.)
Sheffield's: Very
popular Lakeview spot with a great list of beers and one of the nicer beer
gardens in town.Convenient to the Belmont El stop. Very crowded after Cub
games, though.3258 N. Sheffield, Chicago.
Small
Bar (Wicker Park): Fifteen draft beers, 57 bottled, one beer engine,
and creative bar food are featured at this "nouveau dive" bar that's
popular among the city's soccer fans. At 2049 West Division. (Link is Metromix
review.)
Tuman's:
Formerly known as "Tuman's Alcohol Abuse Center," this Ukrainian
Village pub is substantially cleaned up but still known for its reasonable
beer prices. 2 cask-conditioned real ales are typically available here, too.
(Link is Metromix review.)
Twisted Spoke:
Biker-bar theme, but not intimidating. Good food, 12 changing taps, good bottles,
and excellent bourbon selection. At 501 N. Ogden, Chicago, with a new location
near Wrigley Field at 3369 N Clark). Cask-conditioned real ale is available
at both locations.
Uberstein:
"It's Oktoberfest every day" is the theme at this German outpost
just south of Wrigley Field. German beers are exclusively from Munich's Hofbräu.
Located at 3478 N. Clark St. (Link is a Metromix
review.)
Village
Tap: A friendly neighborhood tavern, famous for one of the finest
draft beer selections in Chicago, over 30 taps, and the food has gained quite
a reputation as well. Also have a unique beer garden, open all year round.
Same ownership as Jaks Tap. 2055 W. Roscoe, Chicago.
Chicago Area Bar Directories
BarsOnLine Chicago:
Directory of Chicago pubs, with heavy emphasis on the north side.
Centerstage
Chicago, Bars: Looking for a place to drink tonight? This search engine
will let you pick one by area, style, atmosphere, you name it! At the very
least, use it for addresses and phone numbers.
Metromix,
Bars & Clubs: Solid guide to area pubs and clubs, with a good search
engine to help you find the right place in the right neighborhood. Regular
reviews.
Beer and Homebrewing - General
Association of Brewers: Umbrella
organization sponsoring the American Homebrewers Association, the Great American
Beer Festival®, Institute of Brewing Studies, and Brewers Publications.
Info, calendars, etc.
The BrewInfo Page:
Al Korzonas is an author/writer, award-winning homebrewer, and CBS member.
His site features info on his book (Homebrewing - Volume 1), photos
of his home brewery, guided tours of selected British breweries, tasting notes,
and more.
Homebrew Digest: Grass roots discussion
group for the subject of beer and brewing. The site includes achives for all
versions of the Homebrew Digest from 1992 to the present.
Homebrew Forums: Share
information with fellow homebrewers via the online forums here.
Hopunion Craft Brewing Sales LLC:
The site for the country's most homebrew-friendly hop supplier contains comprehensive
information on virtually every hop variety available on the market today.
White Labs: Started by Chris
White in 1995, White Labs is now one of the top providers of pure brewers
yeast for craft and homebrewers.
Spencer's Beer Page:
Spencer Thomas' page is a must-visit for Beer Netizens. Includes links to
almost anything beerwise you can imagine. Now hosted by the Real Beer Page
(see below!).
Michael Jackson's Beer Hunter:
The Bard of Beer is on-line, tasting and writing away on his own site, hosted
by the Real Beer Page.
The Real Beer Page: Access
to most things beerwise, all over Cyberspace. On-line Brewspapers (the Celebrator,
Southern Draft Brew News, Brew Magazine) are a plus. Even a sense of humor
(check out Burp Me!, if you dare).
The Brewery: Another
great resource for homebrewers, with links to tons of other beer pages.
Bev Art Brewer & Winemaker Supply:
Serving homebrewers on Chicago's South Side and beyond, located at 10033 S.
Western Avenue, Chicago (in Beverly).
The Brewer's Coop: Now
open in Warrenville (formerly in Naperville), this is a full-service homebrew
store carrying a full line of supplies, equipment, and publications. Tons
of specialty supplies like curaçao orange peel, and Belgian candi sugar.
On-line catalog and ordering available.
Fox Valley Homebrew & Winery
Supplies: Located in Downtown Aurora less than a block from the Paramount
Theater & Casino, this is a newer shop offering a full line of .beer and
wine making equipment. Address is 58 E. Galena, 2D, phone (630) 892-0742.
Web site is under construction. CBS member Wayne Miles is the proprietor.
Homebrew Shop:
Located in downtown St. Charles, IL (225 Main St./Route 64), this shop is
run by Ed Seaman, former assistant brewer at Glen Ellyn Brewing
Company (see above).
Perfect Brewing and Wine Supply:
Shop in the northwest suburbs (Wheeling) that also provides full online ordering.
Pretty much anything you'd need for brewing is available here. They are moving
to a new location in Wheeling between Christmas and New Year's, so make sure
to check their website for the latest information.
Regional CO2 Providers
City Welding Sales & Service Inc: 7212
Channel Rd., Skokie, IL (Yahoo map). 847-676-2090. Be careful with Google
maps- their location is not quite right. Take the first right (south) after
crossing the canal traveling east from McCormick Blvd on Howard St.
NFC/Suburban Carbonic: 2944
N. Leavitt St., Chicago (Yahoo map). Open weekdays, 9-5. Phone: 773-472-6468.
Call for weekend hours.
Beer Festival Links
Great American
Beer Festival: Now in its 21st year, America's premiere beer festival
will be held October 3-5 at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver, Colorado.
Great British Beer Festival:
The classic celebration of real ales and ciders is held in early August at
the Olympia Hall, London W14.
Great Canadian Beer Festival:
No, you heard it right. This annual event is sponsored by the CAMRA Victoria
(BC) chapter and is typically held in November in Victoria. An excellent selection
of Canadian craft beers, including many cask ales, is available.
Great Taste of the Midwest:
The second longest-running craft beer festival in the US will be Saturday,
August 10, in Madison, WI. Expect around 100 breweries/brewpubs and over 400 beers
at this fabulous outdoor event.
Oregon Brewers Festival:
Hailed by many as the best beer festival in the U.S. This year it will be
held July 26-28. If you've never been there, definitely
go at least once.
Real Ale Festival:
Chicago's own Real Ale Festival is one of the great beer events in North America.
In fact, it's also a CBS event, with our members playing key organizational
and operational roles. Typically held the first weekend in March.
Beer Importers and Distributors
B. United International:
Importers with an extensive selection of beers from Germany, Belgium, Britain
(including cask-conditioned real ales), Japan, Italy, France, Holland, and
Scandinavia.
Edelweis Import, Inc.: Based
in Florida, this importer brings the classic Tucher Hefe Weizen, König
Pilsner to the US. Beers are distributed here through Glunz, Lincolnwood.
Louis Glunz Beer, Inc.:
Based in Chicago since 1888, Glunz is the oldest beer wholesaler in the United
States. They are the distributors of many top microbrewery and imported beers.
Merchant du Vin: Specialty
beer importer responsible for bringing us Ayinger, Rochfort, Westmalle, Orval,
Lindemans, Melbourn Brothers, Pinkus, Samuel Smith, and Traquair beers over
here.
Shelton Brothers: New
England-based importers of artisanal beers from all over the world. Brands
include Achel, Adnams, Cantillon, De Ranke, Drie Fonteinen, Hop Back, and
many more.
Stawski Distributing
Co., Inc.: The leading importer and distributor of alcoholic beverages
from Central Europe, Stawksi has been a longtime supporter of the Beer Society.
Famous for beers from Poland and the Czech Republic, among others.
Belgium, The Netherlands, Luxemburg
The On-Line Guide to Belgian Beer:
Great resource for anyone interested in Belgian beer, breweries, and homebrewing
Belgian styles. A multi-media guide to everything Belgian.
France
The Paris Beer Guide:
La Guide de la Bière à Paris! Didn't think they had it here,
eh? Hey, you can even get real ale.
Germany
The Beer Drinker's Guide
to Munich: Good guide to the breweries and beer gardens in and around
Munich. Includes a calendar for Oktoberfest and other events.
Oktoberfest.de:
The official website of Oktoberfest (in English, too!).
United Kingdom
CAMRA: The Campaign for Real
Ale is the famed UK consumer group that almost single-handedly revived interest
in traditional, cask-conditioned ale. They continue to promote real ale, independent
breweries, and traditional pubs.
Cask Marque: A great
recent development in the UK, Cask Marque is an industry certification initiative
sponsored by many independent breweries, beer distributors, and pub ownership
groups that is dedicated to excellence in the serving of cask ales. Visit
a Cask Marque certified pub and you're guaranteed beer quality. Try before
you buy!
Society of Independent Brewers:
A UK trade organization that represents the interests of Britain's craft brewers.
SIBA represents over 60% of the UK's microbreweries.
Beer and Brewing Books
BeerBooks.com:
If you're looking for beer books (including many that are rare or out-of-print),
videos, beer gear & collectables, this is the site for you! Also, because
CBS is an affiliate member, we get a 5% commission from all sales generated
by links from our site.
Beer
for Dummies
: Long-time CBS member (and past president) Marty Nachel penned this tome
for the classic "dummies" series by IDG books. You can buy your copy here
(and help CBS at the same time!).
Designing
Great Beers: CBS's own Ray Daniels penned this classic work, now considered
a must for any brewer's library. Order here if you don't already have
it (and contribute to CBS at the same time).
The History of Beer
and Brewing in Chicago: CBS member Bob Skilnik has written an excellent
book on Chicago's brewing history, from 1833-1978. Volume 2, covering later
developments, was released in 2002. An expanded and revised edition of the
History is scheduled for a 2004 release.
Homebrewing
for Dummies
: Marty Nachel follows up his Beer for Dummies with this step-by-step
guide to our favorite pasttime. Order here (and help CBS at the same time!).
Radical Brewing: Our
own Randy Mosher's new book (May 2004) is an absolute must for the beer geek's
bookshelf. Actually, it's fascinating reading for almost anyone with a passion
for homebrewing.
Beer and Brewing Periodicals
(Note: a number of publications listed here have ceased publishing,
but their sites are still active and often include archival material)
Ale Street News: Primarily
focusing on the northeastern United States, this well-regarded brewspaper
has an extensive and attractive cyberspace edition.
All About Beer Online:
The online home of All About Beer magazine is not just an on-line version
of this popular publication, but a full-featured reference to news and information
on all aspects of beer, brewing, beer and food, beer travel, etc. CBS members
Randy Mosher, Ray Daniels, and Steve Hamburg have written
feature articles for AAB.
American Brewer: Well-established
national magazine founded by the iconoclastic Bill Owens, one of the legends
of microbrewing. Bill has moved onto distilling, but his magazine survives
in new hands. CBS members have contributed to this publication in the past.
Jeff Sparrow's "New Releases" column is now a regular feature.
beercook.com: Not
a periodical, but famed author Lucy Saunders' web site devoted to cooking
with beer. Includes many recipes and great ideas for matching foods and beers.
Brewing Techniques: This
magazine ceased publication in 1999, but its archives are still available
on-line.
Brew Your Own: Another fine homebrewing
magazine has a lot of online information. The current issue, back articles,
recipes, even a gallery of labels. Obviously, there's subscription info, too.
Cream City Suds: Peruse
"Whispering Jeff"' Platt's site while enjoying the peace and quiet of your
home or office (although Jeff is liable to show up most anywhere!). His Suds
publications feature beer news from Milwaukee, Chicagoland, the Twin Cities,
Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota and the Greater Midwest.
Celebrator Beer News: On-line
version of the well-respected newspaper. Always has the last issue's articles,
plus subscription info and back issues.
Great Lakes Brewing
News: Covers beer and brewing throughout the Great Lakes region, including
Illinois. CBS board member Jeff Sparrow pens the Illinois News column.
Malt Advocate Online:
Past issues and subscription info for the magazine "dedicated to the discerning
consumption of beer and whisky."
Modern Brewery Age: Serving
the brewing industry since 1933, this is a professional communication source
for the brewing industry.
The New
Brewer: Published by the Association
of Brewers, this is the official journal of the Institute
for Brewing Studies and is a great resource for professionals in the craft
brewing industry. Has featured articles written by a number of CBS members
and edited by our own Ray Daniels (he's now Executive Editor).
Northwest Brewing News:
The Brewing News publication serving the Pacific Northwest, including Alaska
and British Columbia.
The Tap: The online edition
of "Chicago's Bar Journal" once provided extensive coverage of the
area's bar scene and events, but is sadly no longer publishing. The web site
is still up, however.
Yankee Brew News:
The web site for New England's "beeriodical," which focuses on all elements
of the region's beer happenings.
Zymurgy:
The journal of the American
Homebrewers Association, for 25 years the leading periodical for amateur
brewers in North America and around the world. CBS's own Ray Daniels
was the longtime editor and is now Executive Editor. Zymurgy's pages have
frequently been graced by contributions from other CBS members (e.g., Randy
Mosher, Steve Hamburg, Jeff Sparrow, Tony Babinec,
Roger Deschner).
US Regional, State, and City Beer Guides and Search Engines
Beer Expedition: Information
on beer and breweries all across North America. Problem is, it hasn't been
substantially updated in years, so caveat emptor...
The Baltimore Beer
Guide: Mark Stevens' damn thorough guide to all things beer-related
in Baltimore and environs. Great section describing the Fells Point taverns.
Problem is, it's a bit out of date (last update 1997).
Michigan Beer
Guide: Excellent, up-to-date online resource produced by devoted beer
lovers, Rex and Mary Halfpenny.
The New York City Beer Guide:
Heading to the Big Apple? Here's a great online guide to pubs, brewpubs, breweries,
homebrew supplies, etc. in the region. Even New Jersey!
Beer in Pittsburgh: Guide
to bars with good beer selections, as well as the Allegheny (aka Penn) Brewery
pub.
Rate Beer: A top
beer site that includes information and ratings about beers around the world.
The ratings are from consumers, not professionals, but they can be very informative
if you need details about a specific beer or its availability in the Chicago
market.
The Virtual Beer Garden:
A new and attractive site dedicated to providing information via the Internet
on California breweries and brew pubs.
Washington, DC Beer Guide:
Microbreweries, brewpubs, beer bars, etc. in DC and its Maryland and Virginia
suburbs. A bit out of date.
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