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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 over the next month or so. Brad and Nik also chatted about how Ravinia Brewing will be changing its name, so they tossed out a few ideas.

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Chicago Beer Pass: First Oktoberfest of 2024

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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 shares his brewery adventures with his family, with stops at New Glarus, Goose Island, and Oktoberfest at Half Acre Brewing.

Chicago Beer Pass: Wisconsin Oktoberfest

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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 returned to this Villa Park brewery to give it another chance and see what it was like on a Saturday night. Grab your steins, mugs, and boots and enjoy those Oktoberfest beers!

Chicago Beer Pass: Das Boot

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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 Yorktoberfest. There is so much happening around town this month that the guys are getting a bit behind on episodes as they try to squeeze in every ounce of nice weather they can.

Chicago Beer Pass: Rocktober

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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 visited on the south side of Chicago. Finally, the guys wrap it up with the rumors about Temperance Brewing.

Chicago Beer Pass: P3 Mixed

Chicago Beer Pass: RIP Temperance

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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 Temperance before they closed on October 27th, and Nik shares some info about the newest brewery in Homewood

Chicago Beer Pass: Oktoberfest To Halloween

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On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White have finally finished their Oktoberfest journey for the year and are now ready to ring in the new year. Although there is snow on the ground, they are enjoying a grapefruit pale ale for Horse Theif Hollow. As the guys knock back a few cans of Boogie Chillen, they talk about Goose Island and Deep Woods and get hyped for FoBAB.

Chicago Beer Pass: Snow Already Here

On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White are playing catch-up. With summer's arrival, you can expect more episodes coming your way. For this one, the guys found a leftover from Brad's St. Patrick's Day party: Story Horse, an Irish-style stout from More Brewing.

Chicago Beer Pass: A Dry Irish Horse

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On this episode of Chicago Beer Pass, Brad Chmielewski and Nik White are easing into the summer with a lighter show and some fresh local brews. They crack open Sub4, a hazy DIPA from Blind Corner Brewery that Brad picked up during a recent visit to Naperville. While Solemn Oath Brewery was just steps away, this stop was all about Blind Corner. As they sip this easy-drinking double IPA, the guys chat about a few other beer stops and share their excitement for the return of warm weather… finally.

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