Beer

Hanson brothers trade bops for hops 

The problem with getting liquored up with the Hanson brothers — yes, the “MMMBop” boys — is that you can’t get that tune out of your head the entire time you’re talking to them. Or […]

Spirits

10 reasons why you should always go for the girl who drinks whiskey

You can tell a lot about people by their drink choice. You’ve got your beer drinkers in one corner, crowding around the keg, chanting “America!” and talking about college. Then you’ve got your wine drinkers, twirling […]

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Stuff happening: The Rack House West Winery

Every Friday and Saturday evening from 8-11pm the Rack House West Winery features live music! December 8th – Cyan Arts Studio will present a “Holiday Wine Glass Painting” Class December 19th – Partnering with VB Chocolate Bar […]

Beer

Next Round: Even more rare ‘Black Friday’ stout

Beer lovers may shop on Black Friday but they seek a different prey: stout.  Specifically, Goose Island Beer Co.’s Bourbon County Brand Stout and the brewery’s other annual special barrel-aged releases. Every year, fans of the beer scout out […]

Spirits

Does Whiskey Help Cure A Cold?

Gaelic for “water of life,” whiskey has been touted as a cure for everything from toothaches to swine flu. Even the common cold is said to be stymied by whiskey’s magical properties. So does whiskey […]

Beer

Social Six-Pack: Thanksgiving edition

We stalk their Twitter feeds so you don’t have to.  Here’s what a few of your favorite local breweries are saying this Thanksgiving Eve. The @SideProjectCell is Open regular hours Today, Friday & Saturday. We […]