Step inside Goldfinger Brewing in Downers Grove, where tradition meets precision. From oak-smoked Grodziskie to crisp, decoction-brewed lagers, discover how this brewery’s Old World dedication is quietly fueling a modern lager renaissance in the Midwest.

Hearing more and more about Hop Saturated Ales, but not sure what makes them different than an IPA? Us too.

For years, craft beer leaned into extremes, bigger hops, wilder adjuncts, louder everything. But while the noise got louder, lager stayed steady. Now it’s having its moment. Light lager broke into Untappd’s global top three in 2024, and nearly half of craft drinkers call it their go-to style. Clean, crisp, and unforgiving of shortcuts, a great lager says everything about the people who brewed it. If you’ve been sleeping on lagers, it’s time to wake up. Here are five worth cra

Join Jack at Lupulin Brewing’s Big Beer Week, where no beer dips under 10%. From rare barleywines to massive barrel-aged stouts, discover previews, tap lists, and traditions that make this Minnesota beer event a must for craft fans.

From hazy juice bombs in the heart of Minneapolis to crisp West Coasts on the edge of the suburbs, this guide maps out the best IPAs across the Twin Cities and beyond. Whether you’re a seasoned hop head or just starting your craft beer journey, these breweries are your gateway to exploring Minnesota through the glass.

Join Jack and Matt as they recap Rare Beer Picnic in Moorhead, MN,from pickle beers to barrel-aged stouts, unique surprises, and the best breweries that made RBP one to remember.