Chicago Beer Pass
Brad Chmielewski & Nik White
Chicago Beer Pass is your ticket to the craft beer events happening in and around Chicago. Hosts Brad Chmielewski & Nik White do their best to keep you informed about what's happened and is happening in the Chicago craft beer scene.
Chicago Beer Pass: Swifties
Chicago Beer Pass: SwiftiesWelcome 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 are back behind the microphones to kick off 2025. On this episode, the guys have a Taylor Swift-inspired collaboration from the folks at Forbidden Root. Although Forbidden Root has a brewpub in Chicago, these were canned in Ohio, so they are somewhat local. As the guys knock back a couple of cans
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Chicago Beer Pass: Oktoberfest Showdown
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 are joined by Sergio Salgado to close out their Oktoberfest journey. The three guys open over a dozen beers and do their best to choose their favorite. When all these Chicagoland breweries are making some great beers, it’s hard to decide who makes the best because you can’t go wrong most of the time.Having issu
Chicago Beer Pass: Oktoberfest To Halloween
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 cans of Hopewell Brewing’s Oktoberfest. In a previous year’s showdown, the Hopewell Oktoberfest was one of the guy’s favorites. Also, the guys have a Pliny The Edler on the table because they need a bit of an Oktoberfest break. As the guys knock back a few, they talk about Brad’s visit to Tempe
Chicago Beer Pass: RIP Temperance
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 a few cans of Oktoberfest from Printer’s Row Brewing. With so many Oktoberfest beers in the Chicagoland area, it’s kind of surprising how different they can be. As the guys knock back a couple of cans, they talk about Alarmist Brewing, Illuminated Brew Works, Printer’s Row Brewing, and Duneyrr Fermen
Chicago Beer Pass: P3 Mixed
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 crack open another Oktoberfest, but this time, they have a full mixed pack from Phase Three. Brad picked up these cans on his recent trip to the P3 in Elmhurst. On this episode, Brad took a bit of a break this past week since he had a big suburbs adventure last week. Nik did make it out and he shares a few places he visite
Chicago Beer Pass: Rocktober
Chicago Beer Pass: RocktoberWelcome 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 are still on their Oktoberfest journey, and this time, they have cans from Riverland Brewing. As they knock back a couple of tasty fall Oktoberfests, Brad shares his recent journey through the suburbs. Over the weekend, Brad checked out Riverlands, Obscurity Brewing, Fox Republic, and a stop at
Chicago Beer Pass: Das Boot
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 continue their Oktoberfest journey, but this time, they have das boot! Filling up their boots, they drink cans of More’s Oktoberfest that Brad picked up on his recent suburban journey. As they attempt to drink from their boots, they discuss Phase Three Brewing, More Brewing and Lunar. Yes, Lunar Brewing! Brad finally
Chicago Beer Pass: Wisconsin Oktoberfest
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 continue their Oktoberfest journey, this time opening bottles of Staghorn Octoberfest from New Glarus Brewing. Sure, New Glarus Brewing isn’t an Illinois brewery, but you have to make an exception for New Glarus, right? Plus, the New Glarus Oktoberfest is fantastic! As the guys dive into this six-pack of beers, Brad
Chicago Beer Pass: First Oktoberfest of 2024
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 are ready for Oktoberfest as they crack open their first Oktoberfest of the season: Old Irving Brewing’s Oktoberfest. Brad picked up these cans when he hit up the brewpub to check out the Biker Dude burger collaboration. The OIB Oktoberfest is a great way to kick off the season, as the guys have plenty more to try ov
Chicago Beer Pass: Out Of Towners
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 Duolandia from Hopewell Brewing. This beer was quite a surprise and might be one of the guy’s favorite beers of 2024. If you see it in the store or at the brewery, give this one a try! Duolandia is a Country Lager brewed in collaboration with Wild East Brewing out of Brooklyn, NY. As the guys crush
Chicago Beer Pass: Foxy Buttons
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 Button Factory Kolsch from Fox Republic Brewing. Brad picked up these cans on his recent trip to the suburbs. This was Brad’s second trip to Fox Republic Brewing, and he figured it was time to bring some beers back for the show. You’ll want to visit the Fox Republic for their killer lineup of
Chicago Beer Pass: We Got Cider
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 switch it up and decide to skip the beer this time. The guys instead reach for a mixed 4-pack of hard ciders from ERIS Brewery and Cider House. The beer selection is often limited when you go for a bite at Eris, but you can always count on some top-notch ciders. As the guys make it through this variety pack, they discuss r
Chicago Beer Pass: Michelada
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 Cruz Blanca’s Chelada, a Lime and Sea Tropical Lager. Unfortunately, Brad had no Tequila to make a cocktail with this, but it was still a tasty beer. The salt didn’t make this one as refreshing as you might want from a lime lager, but you can still crush a few of these at the beach. There are
Chicago Berr Pass: Add THC
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 are mixing things up with a little THC. A few episodes ago, the guys talked about the rise of THC seltzers from different breweries, and they figured it was time to taste them. This THC seltzer is so cute in its Lil Buddy style. To go along with this, they also have a pub ale from Hopewell Brewing that tastes awfully close
Chicago Beer Pass: More Lime
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 are tempting to beat the heat with a lime lager. Cold Crispy Lime by Pipeworks Brewing is an American Light Lager at 4.9%, just what you want for a day at the beach or next to the pool. As the guys crush a few cans, they talk about how they wish Pipeworks had some sort of tap room or place just to buy beer straight from th
Chicago Beer Pass: Drink an IPA in Space
"}'>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 open cans of Beer Hates Astronauts from Half Acre Brewing. It’s always nice to revisit a solid IPA, and you can always count on Half Acre being a crew that delivers just that. As the guys knock back a few cans, they talk about their recent beer stops and how they are slowly approaching 500 episodes of Chicago Beer Pass
Chicago Beer Pass: The Boss Berry
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 crack open cans of Boss Berry. No, Boss Berry isn’t the newest Deep Woods beer. Boss Berry is a fruited sour from the good folks at Goose Island. This fruited sour hits just right for the summertime, and it also looks lovely in the glass with its bright red hue. As the guys knock back a couple of these, they talk abo
Chicago Beer Pass: Table Beer For You
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 Nik White share a fancy table beer as they chat about what they have been doing the last couple of weeks. With events in full swing, the guys talk about the preview of Goose Island opening at Salt Shed, where they got to sample all the Honkers Ale they could drink and get a taste of the food. Then, the guys talk about Beer Under
Chicago Beer Pass: No Lion King
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 On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White have a can of Gampar, a 5.5% ABV Pale Ale from Old Irving Brewing. This Pale Ale is a great new release from Old Irving. As the guys knock back a few cans, they talk about what they have been drinking and how great it is that summer is finally here and those pa
Chicago Beer Pass: Need A Taco
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 with Cinco De Mayo in their sights they open up Taco Fest, a Mexican-Style Lager from Ravinia Brewing. As the guys knock back a couple of these bright pink cans they wonder if there has been any update on the naming rights of Ravinia Brewing. The guys also talk about a few of the stops they have made recently and talk abou
Chicago Beer Pass: Gonna Rock
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 a can of Locked & Loaded, a killer American IPA from Garage Band Brewing. As the guys crush a can or two of this one, they talk about Brad’s recent travels around the Chicago suburbs.Having issues listening to the audio? Try the MP3 (62.1 MB) or subscribe to the podcast on Spotify.
Chicago Beer Pass: Over The Haze
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 open these delicious purple cans of Overhaze from Marz Community Brewing Co. As the guys knock back a few cans they talk about how good beer has gotten in Illinois and what it might be they are chasing at this moment. With new breweries opening to replace the closed ones, it seems there is no shortage of people excited in
Chicago Beer Pass: Leprechaun Trap
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 are full on St. Patrick’s Day on this episode. To get these green festivities going they have a Clurichaun Trap, an Irish Stout from Illuminated Brew Works. First this beer was great and second the guys learned what a Clurichaun is… who says you can’t learn anything from drinking? As the guys knock back
Chicago Beer Pass: Mildly Irish
Chicago Beer Pass: Mildly IrishWelcome 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 are ready for St. Patrick’s Day! Kicking things off, the guys open some cans of Lake Effect 5th Provence Irish Mild Red Ale. It’s been a while since the two of them opened up anything from Lake Effect Brewing Company so it’s really nice to see what they have been up to. As w
Chicago Beer Pass: Bone Bone Bone
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 themselves a hazy double IPA from the Sauganash brewery, Alarmist. Bone Bone Bone… is the first time in a while that the guys have reached for this style, and it didn’t disappoint. It was just a few episodes ago that the guys tried the Alarmist and Solemn Oath collaboration. Bone Bone Bone is another collaborati
Chicago Beer Pass: IPA Snacks
Chicago Beer Pass: IPA SnacksWelcome 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 themselves a little IPA Snack to usher in what they hope is Spring and not Chicago’s “false Spring”. Brad picked up these cans of Raptor Snacks from District Brew Yards and felt like it was just what they needed: a classic IPA. This beer doesn’t disappoint and is a
Chicago Beer Pass: Beer For A Penny
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 crack open cans of Pennies from Prague, a Czech Dark Lager from the folks at BuckleDown Brewing. Brad made a quick little trip out that way and stopped at BuckleDown Brewing and Milk Money; both excellent spots. Nik also shares a bit about his trip out west where he got to enjoy some Russian River. Be sure to keep an eye o
Chicago Beer Pass: Lots Of Peach
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 are cracking open cans from Hidden Hands as well as a peach beer that Brad found in the back of his fridge. The winter blues are here and the guys haven’t been hitting up too many new places lately. A little IPA is sometimes all you need to get through these winter months.Having issues listening to the audio? Try the
Chicago Beer Pass: Cold Time Chicago
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 brave the cold, cold weather that has been hitting the city to bring everyone a new episode of the pod. To go with this cold weather the guys have the newest release from Revolution Brewing, their Cold Time Lager. Dropping a lager in the dead of winter might seem crazy but this beer hits everything you want, especially if
Chicago Beer Pass: Drop The Prices
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 open a couple cans from Burning Bush. Although we are deep in the cold zone with this weather, a golden ale can really hit the spot. As the guys knock back these beers they talk about the price changes at Other Half, visits to Old Irving Brewing and a wrestling event happening at Revolution Brewing.Having issues listening t
Chicago Beer Pass: Punk Jus
Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass: Your ticket to all the great beer events happening in and around Chicago.On this final episode of 2023, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White kick off the new year with a collaboration between Alarmist Brewing & Solemn Oath Brewing called Snaggle Jus. This beer is everything you want from both breweries: a big, juicy hop punch in the face. If this is a sign of what we could see more of going into 2024, then the guys are all for it. Brad and Nik also talk about trip
Chicago Beer Pass: 2023 Ends
Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass: Your ticket to all the great beer events happening in and around Chicago.On this final episode of 2023, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White celebrate the end of the year with fresh cans of Fistmas from Revolution Brewing. Last year, the guys ended the year with Fistmas as well, and it’s only fitting because Revolution Brewing might be one of those breweries the guys drink and talk about the most. As they crush a few cans, they talk about a few favorite memories
Chicago Beer Pass: Cosmic Winter
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 crack open a couple cans of Cosmic Juice Box from Crushed By Giants… or maybe DyHop… Whoever is officially making this beer is making a great haze. As the guys knock back these cans they talk about a few things happening as the year ends and more breweries sadly shut their doors.Having issues listening to the
Chicago Beer Pass: A Deep Woods Winter
"}'>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 crack open a couple cans from the recent Revolution’s Deep Wood series. It’s unfortunate that they haven’t kept up on these each month of the release because they are always fantastic. As the two of them sip on a few cans, they talk about the latest stouts that have been hitting the store shelves and they go into a few
Chicago Beer Pass: A Deep Woods Winter
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 crack open a couple cans from the recent Revolution’s Deep Wood series. It’s unfortunate that they haven’t kept up on these each month of the release because they are always fantastic. As the two of them sip on a few cans, they talk about the latest stouts that have been hitting the store shelves and they
Chicago Beer Pass: Turkey Turkey
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Chicago Beer Pass: Turkey Turkey
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 are pretending that winter isn’t right around the corner by drinking Little Wings, a pilsner from Horse Thief Hollow. Horse Thief Hollow is always one of those breweries the guys try to make it out to, but time got away from them this year. But it’s great that you can pick it up in cans. As the guys knock back
Chicago Beer Pass: Super Massive Recap
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 is back from his German adventures and Nik has a lot to share about what Brad missed while he was busy knocking back liters. First up the guys talk about the latest barrel-aged release from Sketchbook Brewing, this was a preview event both Brad and Nik attended at the end of October. It’s great to see Sketchbook continuing to expl
Chicago Beer Pass: Super Massive Recap
"}'>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 is back from his German adventures and Nik has a lot to share about what Brad missed while he was busy knocking back liters. First up the guys talk about the latest barrel-aged release from Sketchbook Brewing, this was a preview event both Brad and Nik attended at the end of October. It’s great to see Sketchbook continuing to explor
Chicago Beer Pass: Oktoberfest Throwdown
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, the time has finally arrived for the Oktoberfest throwdown! Brad Chmielewski and Nik White are joined by their buddy Sergio Salgado to tackle this epic lineup of Oktoberfest beers. Luckily Sergio was able to join the guys because this was really too many beers for two people to tackle. With this years lineup being even bigger than last years, it seems l
Chicago Beer Pass: Oktoberfest Throwdown
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1648160070/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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, the time has finally arrived for the Oktoberfest throwdown! Brad Chmielewski and Nik White are joined by their buddy Sergio Salgado to tackle this epic lineup of Oktoberfest beers. Luckily Sergio was able to join the g
Chicago Beer Pass: Battle Of Evanston
"}'>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 take on two Evanston Oktoberfest beers head to head. As the guys come closer to their big Oktoberfest tasting for the year they decided to open two malty treats from Evanston; the Temperance Oktoberfest & the Sketchbook Brewing Oktoberfest. Although both these Oktoberfest beers are rather similar they each are slightly
Chicago Beer Pass: Battle Of Evanston
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 take on two Evanston Oktoberfest beers head to head. As the guys come closer to their big Oktoberfest tasting for the year they decided to open two malty treats from Evanston; the Temperance Oktoberfest & the Sketchbook Brewing Oktoberfest. Although both these Oktoberfest beers are rather similar they each are slightly
Chicago Beer Pass: Double, Double Toil and Trouble
"}'>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 a double whammy coming from Double Clutch Brewing. The guys drink the Oktoberfest and the Oktober Festbier from Double Clutch. It’s perfect timing for them to dive into these since Double Clutch won an award at the Great American Beer Festival. As Brad and Nik crush these cans, they chat about Burning Bush, Spitef
Chicago Beer Pass: Double, Double Toil and Trouble
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 a double whammy coming from Double Clutch Brewing. The guys drink the Oktoberfest and the Oktober Festbier from Double Clutch. It’s perfect timing for them to dive into these since Double Clutch won an award at the Great American Beer Festival. As Brad and Nik crush these cans, they chat about Burning Bush, Spit
Chicago Beer Pass: Surviving Oktoberfest
Chicago Beer Pass: Surviving OktoberfestWelcome 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 classic cans of Oktoberfest from Metropolitan Brewing. As the guys knock back these cans they chat about a wild weekend they had with stops at Temperance, Alarmist Brewing, Goose Island’s 312 Block Party, Metropolitan, Ravinia brewing, and Maplewood. Plus the guys share a
Chicago Beer Pass: Surviving Oktoberfest
Chicago Beer Pass: Surviving OktoberfestWelcome 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 classic cans of Oktoberfest from Metropolitan Brewing. As the guys knock back these cans they chat about a wild weekend they had with stops at Temperance, Alarmist Brewing, Goose Island’s 312 Block Party, Metropolitan, Ravinia brewing, and Maplewood. Plus the guys sh
Chicago Beer Pass: Take Me To Lager Town
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 are heading to Lager Town! Last year during their Oktoberfest run the guys somehow missed Half Acre’s Lager Town. Now, with some fresh eyes and a slew of Oktoberfests under their lederhosen they can really get a sense of what Half Acre is doing here. The guys also get ready for a big weekend with 312 Block Party and
Chicago Beer Pass: Take Me To Lager Town
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1630260048/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 are heading to Lager Town! Last year during their Oktoberfest run the guys somehow missed Half Acre’s Lager Town. Now, with some fresh eyes and a slew of Oktoberfests under their lederhos
Chicago Beer Pass: Oktoberfest Time Again
"}'>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 start their Oktoberfest off with a bang by having some cans from Spiteful Brewing. Brad picked these up on a recent stop where he got sucked into the Oktoberfest season with Half Acre’s Lager Town and Spiteful’s Oktoberfest. There are events for Oktoberfest happening for the next couple weekends, so grab your Lederhose
Chicago Beer Pass: Oktoberfest Time Again
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 start their Oktoberfest off with a bang by having some cans from Spiteful Brewing. Brad picked these up on a recent stop where he got sucked into the Oktoberfest season with Half Acre’s Lager Town and Spiteful’s Oktoberfest. There are events for Oktoberfest happening for the next couple weekends, so grab your Lederho
Chicago Beer Pass: Stout Showdown
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 are joined by their buddy Steve Wyatt for a stout showdown. This showdown has been planned for awhile and it was a big task requiring an extra hand. The three guys put Goose Island and Revolution up head to head to see which ones reign supreme. With Goose Island’s Black Friday right around the corner and Revolution&r
Chicago Beer Pass: Stout Showdown
"}'>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 are joined by their buddy Steve Wyatt for a stout showdown. This showdown has been planned for awhile and it was a big task requiring an extra hand. The three guys put Goose Island and Revolution up head to head to see which ones reign supreme. With Goose Island’s Black Friday right around the corner and Revolution’s D
Chicago Beer Pass: Hops On The Moon
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1614975459/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 t
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
Chicago Beer Pass: Hot Hot Summer
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1605627120/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 crack open some cans from Alarmist Brewing. Although it might not seem like a killer idea to have a smoked beer in the summer, Alarmist did a crazy good job with this one. As the guys kno
Chicago Beer Pass: Hot Hot Summer
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1605627120/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 crack open some cans from Alarmist Brewing. Although it might not seem like a killer idea to have a smoked beer in the summer, Alarmist did a crazy good job with this one. As the guys kno
Chicago Beer Pass: 2023 Oak Park Micro Brew Review
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1595815797/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 Whiteare on location in downtown Oak Park. The guys are joined by two old friends to talk about Oak Park Microbrew Review & Seven Generations Ahead happening this weekend. Hopefully, Brad & Nik
Chicago Beer Pass: 2023 Oak Park Micro Brew Review
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1595815797/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 Whiteare on location in downtown Oak Park. The guys are joined by two old friends to talk about Oak Park Microbrew Review & Seven Generations Ahead happening this weekend. Hopefully, Brad & Nik
Chicago Beer Pass: Stout Season Is Here
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1594910169/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 ull a bottle from Brad’s cellar; Brasserie Blanc (2017) from Goose Island Beer Co. It’s rather fitting the guys crack this one open on this episode because they breakdown the latest Bourb
Chicago Beer Pass: Stout Season Is Here
","media":{"url":"https://api.soundcloud.com/tracks/1594910169/stream?client_id=N2eHz8D7GtXSl6fTtcGHdSJiS74xqOUI","type":"audio/mpeg"}}'>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 ull a bottle from Brad’s cellar; Brasserie Blanc (2017) from Goose Island Beer Co. It’s rather fitting the guys crack this one open on this episode because they breakdown the latest Bourb
Chicago Beer Pass: Trying To Beat The Heat
On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White open a can Dread & Breakfast one of the latest releases from Revolution Brewing. The Revolution Deep Woods series just don’t stop with the hits and this one is super tasty! It might be the middle of summer but a big stout like this works pretty well with these extreme hot days we’re been having in Chicago. Although the summer is quickly gonna be coming to a close both Brad and Nik are doing their best to make it to aa many spot
Chicago Beer Pass: Trying To Beat The Heat
On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White open a can Dread & Breakfast one of the latest releases from Revolution Brewing. The Revolution Deep Woods series just don’t stop with the hits and this one is super tasty! It might be the middle of summer but a big stout like this works pretty well with these extreme hot days we’re been having in Chicago. Although the summer is quickly gonna be coming to a close both Brad and Nik are doing their best to make it to aa many spot
Chicago Beer Pass: You Got That Deep Woods?
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 crack open cans of Bangarang. This is the first ever collaboration between Alarmist Brewing and Sketchbook Brewing. Bangarang is hopped with Nelson Sauvin, Hallertau Blanc and Simcoe to draw out white wine and citrus flavors. This dry IPA clocks in at 5.5% ABV for some serious summer crushing. As the guys knock back some
Chicago Beer Pass: Where's The Burger?
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 Nik White crack open a few cans from Azadi brewing, a crew coming out of Pilot Project. As the guys knock back these cans they talk an awful lot about burgers instead of beer as Brad gives a run down of his four stops in the western suburbs.Be on the look out for the next episode coming soon where the guys share their fav
Chicago Beer Pass: One Hoppy Doji
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 themselves cans of Doji from Old Irving Brewing. The last week Brad was out of town on vacation sipping piña coladas on the beach so he didn’t visit any local breweries but Nik got out to a few. Nik managed to check out Kishwaukee Brewing and Tighthead Brewing. Kishwaukee recently won a medal for their Brown Ale and N
Chicago Beer Pass: WGN
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 are opening cans of Chicago’s Very Own WGN by Metropolitan Brewing. This was a beer the guys somehow missed last year when it was first released so it’s nice to see it back in cans. As the guys crush a few cans of this perfect beer for summer they talk about Orkney, Sox Park, Oath Day, and an Illinois Golf O
Chicago Beer Pass: 2 Percent
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 are opening a crazy low ABV beer from Off Color Brewing. Beerathon from Off Color Brewing is a 2.6% ABV beer that has salt and a complex blend of watermelon rind wafting from the slightly pink-hued ale. This is a great beer to have at lunch or even just hanging out in the sun; refreshing and salt helps with rehydration rig
Chicago Beer Pass: Italian Ice Season
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 themselves a really fun beer from Hopewell Brewing. This citrus lager was brewer to resemble a Lemon Italian Ice, a lightly tart Lager fruited with Meyer lemon… such a fun drink!Now with Illinois Craft Beer Week behind us, the guys recap a couple events that took place last week including Beer Under Glass and
Chicago Beer Pass: Ready For Beer Under Glass
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 themselves a mixed six-pack to celebrate Illinois Craft Beer Week. Hopefully everyone has taken the week to explore a few new places or at least visit some old favorites. As the guys crack open a few local beers they talk about Brad’s trip to Montana and Nik’s trip to Indiana for Dark Lord Day. The guys
Chicago Beer Pass: Hoppy Wit
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 cans from Brother Chimp Brewing in North Aurora. As the guys knock these back they talk about a few stops around the city and get into events happening during Illinois Craft Beer Week which is May 19-26, 2023.Having issues listening to the audio? Try the MP3 (58.6MB) or subscribe to the podcast on iTunes!
Chicago Beer Pass: Suburbs Suburbs Suburbs
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 open cans that they got from Bubblehouse Brewing. As the guys crack open these cans they talk about their recent trip to Bubblehouse and some highlights from that interview. If you missed it, be sure to give it a listen. The guys also talk about stops in at Sketchbook, Spiteful, Piece, and a few others. Brad and Nik also
Chicago Beer Pass: 420 At BubbleHouse Brewing
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 are on location in Lisle at BubbleHouse Brewing. The guys sit down with Jon Miller to go over the history of the brewery and how he got into the world of beer. Jon shares the story about Skeleton Key Brewery’s “Spare Keys” incubator program and how that has helped many breweries get started. The guys also learn about som
Chicago Beer Pass: Double Pils Time
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 open cans from Goldfinger Brewing Company in Downers Grove. As the guys compare these two different Pilsners, they talk about Brad’s trip to Goldfinger and then Ike & Oak. Then the guys chat about the reopening event at Lagunitas Brewing Company. It’s nice to see the Chicago Lagunitas back open, so if you
Chicago Beer Pass: Feel That Summer Breeze
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 open cans of 4x4 from 93 Octane Brewery. Brad recently picked these up on his trip to St. Charles. As the guys knock back this big beer, they talk about Half Acre’s Strong Beer Time, Spiteful Brewing, Gnosis Brewing and a few trips to the ballpark. Be sure to mark your calendars for Illinois Craft Beer Week happening
Chicago Beer Pass: Opening Day
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 are finishing off another Irish Red they still had from St. Patrick’s Day. This time the guys are drinking the South Side Irish Red from Hailstorm Brewing Co. As the guys knock back a can or two of this one, they talk about the Phase Three party and the anticipated Illinois Craft Beer Week happening May 19-26, 2023.
Chicago Beer Pass: Flip Flip
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 open cans of Mr Mulligan’s Irish Red from Flipside Brewing. Although it’s after St. Patrick’s Day, the guys have a stockpile of Irish Red Ales to get though so they wanted to kick things off with this one from Flipside Brewing. As the two of them crush this four pack they talk about several brewery sto
Chicago Beer Pass: Happy St Patrick's Day!
Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass and Happy St Patrick’s Day!On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White are joined by Jimmy Callahan who is a Guinness Brewery Ambassador. It seemed fitting to have Jimmy Callahan on the St Patrick’s Day episode to share with the guys all things Guinness. The three of them talk about the history of Guinness as well as the future opening of the Guinness Open Gate Brewery here in Chicago.Having issues listening to the audio? Tr
Chicago Beer Pass: Black Pilsner
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 open cans of Genuine Authentic a Black Pilsner from Werk Force. A Black Pilsner is something neither of the guys have seen before and there might be a good reason it… although tasty it might not be something you want to come back to again again. The guys do find themselves crushing a few cans as they talk about Tw
Chicago Beer Pass: Two Hound Red Brewing
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 are at Two Hound Red Brewing Co. in Glen Ellyn, chatting with head brewer Steve Woertendyke. Earlier this year, Brad stopped in at the brewpub to check it out, which sparked a handful of questions. So the guys figured they’d head to the source to get their questions answered and a behind-the-scenes tour of the place. If
Chicago Beer Pass: What Batch?
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 open a few beers from the cellar and they sample three different beers from Begyle Brewing. With Begyle celebrating 10 years this seemed like a perfect opportunity to drink these special beers and share some of our favorite Begyle stories and beers.Having issues listening to the audio? Try the MP3 (59.3 MB) or subscribe
Chicago Beer Pass: Pillow Soft
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 open cans of Eiderdown, a pillowy-soft Hazy IPA from Alarmist Brewing. As the guys knock back this soft hazy boi they talk about trips to Energy City Brewing, Study Shelter, Metropolitan and Nik’s adventure to Navy Pier for CiderCon. The guys also talk about the possibility that the Chicago Guinness location is finally o
Chicago Beer Pass: Hazy Hazy Hazy
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 are drinking a crushable Hazy Pale Ale from Old Irving Brewing. Seeing Old Irving pump out killer hazy beers makes us excited for the new production brewery opening later this year. The guys also talk about Pipeworks and CiderCon that has been happening the past week in Chicago. Be sure to hit up Brad or Nik with some re
Chicago Beer Pass: One Month Down
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On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White say goodbye to the first month of 2023. The guys are looking forward to all the folks that did #DryJanuary to start hitting up their favorite brewpubs again. For this weeks episode Brad picked up some cans from Two Hound Red Brewing Co. in Glen Ellyn. Both Brad and Nik have had a few of their beers at different events ov
Chicago Beer Pass: RIP Fader
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 are joined by Afro.Beer.Chick, who is their first guest of 2023. The three talk about their recent experience at the Half Acre party, where they got to try the newest beer to hit cans Way Bird. This new beer from Half Acre Beer Co. is a super tasty IPA, and seems like it could be a huge hit. The three of them did learn s
Chicago Beer Pass: Not A #DryJanuary
Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass: Your ticket to all the great beer events happening in and around Chicago.On this not so #dryjanuary episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White are cracking open some cans from Off Color Brewing. It’s been a while since the guys opened anything from this crew, but that “Beer For Lounging” name seemed so fitting. The guys knock back these brews and talk about trips to Light The Lamp, Broken Tee Brewing, and Midwest Coast.Brad an
Chicago Beer Pass: And 2023 Starts
Welcome to the Chicago Beer Pass: Your ticket to all the great beer events happening in and around Chicago.On this first 2023 episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White are pumped to kick off a new year of the podcast. To start things off they open a hazy IPA from Hopewell Brewing, which might be the best beer they have both had in 2023 so far… As the guys crush a couple cans they share some stops they made over the holiday, including Mikerphone Brewing & Phrase Th
Chicago Beer Pass: Top 10 Of 2022
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 are closing out 2022 with some cans from Buckledown Brewing. Unfortunately Buckledown is one of those breweries the guys never made it to during 2022, but they are a brewery they almost always enjoy. As the guys crush a few cans they talk about their 10 favorite beers from 2022. Putting together your favorite from an en
Chicago Beer Pass: Certified Lager Boy
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 get ready for Christmas as they drink their Certified Lager Boy from Solemn Oath Brewing. If you are wondering what to get a couple beer nerds for Christmas, it’s definitely a quality lager, and we saw some great ones this year. As the guys crush a few cans they talk about their winter shopping at Half Acre and Rev
Chicago Beer Pass: Red And Green
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 are dressed in red and green for the holidays. With that holiday spirit in mind the guys dive into a gift from their friends at Black Lung Brewing. They open up two beers from Black Lung Brewing including a collaboration with Sew Hop’d. As the guys knock back a couple beers they talk about Black Lung Brewing’s expa
Chicago Beer Pass: An IPA December
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 are doubling down with two different IPAs in December. Both of the IPAs the guys are drinking come from Penrose Brewing Company in Geneva. Brad got these cans a few months ago when he was out in the suburbs on his Oktoberfest crawl, so they have been hanging out in the fridge for a couple months. At a time of the year wh
Chicago Beer Pass: Black Friday
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 are recording on Black Friday. Instead of going with a big stout… even if that’s what the season calls for, the guys are cracking open a Pilsner from Half Acre. Last week on the podcast Nik ran down his adventures while Brad was in Italy, this week the tables turn. Although Nik wasn’t in Italy he took a break this week an