Chicago Beer Pass: Hops On The Moon

Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass: Your ticket to all the great beer events happening in and around Chicago.

On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White have some cans of Junior Astronaut Juice from Illuminated Brew Works. It's been awhile since the guys have made it to Illuminated Brew Works and honestly it often slips their minds when they think of the Northside Chicago breweries. Brad and Nik venture all across the state to visit breweries and they often overlook gems like Illuminated Brew Works right in their backyards. As the guys crush this DDHIPA, Nik shares a bit about his recent trip to BiXi Beer.

Oktoberfest events are right around the corner, we hope everyone is ready!

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Get out of the cold. Head to THE PONY INN. We're all friends here! Good Food. Cold Beer. Drinks. Shots. Great service. #chicagobars #chicagosportsbars #chicagodrinks #chicagobeer #chicagofun #thingstodoinchicago #bucketlist #coldweather #coldweathertips #312craves #312food #chicagofoodie #partyatthepony #ponyinnchicago (at The Pony Inn) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn-ERQHPSof/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#Repost @thehopspur Last night we stopped at @metrobrewing for Firkin Friday! They focus on German styles and stay away from ales. They have quite. A few beers that are staples for us, but we really dug the Foeder version of the Generator last night! If you’re gonna go to Metropolitan (and you should!) go on a Friday for Firkin Friday to try their latest variant. Cheers! 🍻 #TheHopspur #Avondale #wetjanuary #Brewery #Taproom #Chicago #ChicagoIG #Lager #GoodBeer #CraftBeer #drinklocal #drinkchicago #chicagobeer #firkin #foeder #beer #beerstagram #beerselfie @beerselfie https://www.instagram.com/p/CYffqn9r8b3/?utm_medium=tumblr

Checking out the Grand Opening of Solemn Oath’s new Chicago spot on W. Armitage: Still Life. @solemnoathbeer #chicagobeer #chicagocraftbeer #illinoiscraftbeer #craftbeer (at Solemn Oath Brewery) https://www.instagram.com/p/CQRR7o3rywA/?utm_medium=tumblr

Shout out to my buddy James, who shared this screenshot of my St. Patty’s Day YouTube live stream while he kicked back with a Half Acre Original Reaper Stout...very nice and thank you my man! #GetYourBeerOn @halfacrebeer @rodjbeerventures #originalreaperstout #beer #craftbeer #chicagobeer #youtube #livestream #stpatricksday #stpattysday #buylocalbeer (at Independence, Kentucky) https://www.instagram.com/p/B94crrppgf8/?igshid=1jxzurwnx0tx4

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It feels good to create again. Fixing up a new song for the @lagunitasbeer Songwriter Showcase this Thursday! I'll be playing an hour set at 7:30, for any of my Pilsen/broader Chicago friends. 🤗 #songwriting #singersongwriter #creativity #psalms #livemusic #newsong #inspiration #creativeinspiration #pilsen #chicago #chicagobeer #brewery #lagunitas #comewithme #pureimagination (at Lagunitas Brewing Company Chicago) https://www.instagram.com/p/B3UuP_BBTOy/?igshid=netoi6t2ngzm

@popektown finally got a haircut! It’s been a good few years! We’re glad we were able to be his choice for his transformation. 💈 Look Good, Feel Good. Book online by downloading the @booksybiz on your smartphone ⬅️⬅️⬅️ #ironheritage #makeover #chicagobarbershop #barbershop #barber #dantespizzeria #chicago #longhair #shorthair #shorthairstyles #pizza #beer #chicagobeer #hero #hair #donate (at Barbers at Iron Heritage Co.) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2WrylOlWRH/?igshid=1fsttu1fumoo3

Chicago beer on my Port Huron porch. I have been tiring of IPA’s lately but I still won’t say no to some. Half Acre’s Daisy Cutter is one of them.

Chicago Beer Pass: End Of Year Review

Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass: Your ticket to all the great beer events happening in and around Chicago.

This week on Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski & Nik White are joined by Mike Zoller of PorchDrinking to chat about the past year in Chicago beer. We didn't see as many new breweries open this year but we did see a lot of them produce some amazing beers and we believe they released some of the best beer in the country. Mike who also goes by the name ChicagoBeer on Instagram is always trying to have something new and this city has plenty to offer. He was the perfect person to have on the podcast to recap all that has happened this year. The guys not only go over their favorite beers but they also discuss some of their favorite festivals and brewpubs too. 

Grab a fresh can from your favorite brewery and dive in with this 2018 recap!

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PARTY AT THE PONY with DJ Ricky Bradshaw EVERY SATURDAY night 8PM to 1 AM. See you tonight! 1638 W. Belmont, Chicago #djrickybradshaw #ponyinnchicago #partyatthepony #chicagodj #chicagoclub #chicagobars #thingstodoinchicago #eatanddrink #drinkchicago #chicagobeer #Lakeview #lakeviewroscoevillage (at The Pony Inn) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnaB67EPClb/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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#Repost @thehopspur We had a great night @liquidlovebrewing! Monty showed us around the brewery & let’s us try a bunch of beers including a few sours that weren’t offered in the taproom. The barrel aged barleywine, Jean Sleeper, and the variants should not be missed. If you are in or around Buffalo Grove, be sure to check them out! #TheHopspur #BuffaloGrove #Chicago #ChicagoBeer #DrinkLocal #DrinkChicago #CraftBeer #Brewery #GoodBeer #Barleywine #LiquidLove #Beerselfie @beerselfie https://www.instagram.com/beerselfie/p/CXPVWLPv3Mg/?utm_medium=tumblr

Home for the weekend #chicagobeer (at Chicago, Illinois) https://www.instagram.com/p/CPKArJajG0x13q9-q4Uvexz3zUWCvKLv77Pa5c0/?utm_medium=tumblr