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revolution deep wood 2026

Deep Wood 2026: Part 1 | Revolution Brewing

Yes, it’s that time again. Revolution’s Deep Wood series gets into its main stretch, starting with their slightly earlier than usual (by about two weeks) October release. As is their tradition, Revolution will be releasing Deth’s Tar and Café Deth...

wild chicagoland

Episode 660 – Wild Chicagoland

Join Ryan and Craig, your guides to the (sub)urban beer jungle, as they experience the eccentric, offbeat, and unexpected Wild beers of Chicagoland! They imbibe four different ales fermented with wild yeasts and bacteria while aged in oak and review...

cellar west chapter 4

Episode 659 – Cellar West, Chapter 4

The story of our ongoing Cellar West series goes back to a box sent to us by owner Zach Nichols in late 2020, and we’ve become quite literate in their mastery of many different styles in the years since. Originating...

mikerphone pick of destiny

Episode 658 – Pick of Destiny (with Mikerphone Brewing)

After being invited to taste through bourbon barrels by distillers for a few Mikerphone barrel picks, Mike Pallen said, “We should do that.” And they have – now for the 36th time – invited industry friends, business owners, and even...