Illinois Craft Breweries & Brewpubs

With its history as a commerce and shipping capital of the U.S., Illinois has long been home to some of the country’s best breweries, with Chicago leading the way. The state offers its visitors many well-known breweries, from Chicago’s Goose Island Brewery and Revolution Brewing, to lesser-known craft groups, like Warrenville’s Two Brothers Brewing Company and Solemn Oath from Naperville. There great breweries, and many others, are Illinois’ claim to craft beer fame.

Previously Featured Illinois Beers

Over the past 20 years, The Microbrewed Beer of the Month Club™ has sought out and selected the best beer from brewers around the world. During that time, we’ve proudly featured multiple craft beers from Illinois and Chicago microbreweries, including:

• Two Brother Brewing Company’s The Bitter End Pale Ale
• Baderbrau Brewing Company’s Lawnmower Lager
• Bent River Brewing Company's Steamboat IPA

While we’re always happy to offer excellent beer from Illinois, we get really excited when we can work with craft brewers through our popular Rare Beer Club®. We’ve partnered with several well-known craft breweries in Chicago and Illinois over the years to offer member-only beers through the club, like Argus Brewery’s Rosie Cheeks, a saison brewed with rose hips.

We invite you to use our list of Illinois and Chicago brewpubs and breweries below to find your new favorite craft brewery. However, if you’re looking for a great gift for your favorite beer lover, consider a membership to one of our beer subscription boxes!