TagaBrew USA - Illinois Trail

06/19/2026

TagaBrew collectors, you need to check out 5 Bines Brewery. You will be glad you did.

Around here, there's always another project in the works! 🍻
Our latest upgrade is some brand-new signage on the back of the brewery, and we couldn't be happier with how it turned out.
A big shoutout to the talented hands that brought this project to life--Ryan did an incredible job!

06/18/2026

Last Friday I was excited to visit Half Acre Beer Company and it was amazing. Great beers and delicious food in an amazing setting, indoor and out ❤️🍺❤️.

Went with two flagships. Had the Daisy Cutter Pale Ale and the Pony Pilsner. Lots more on the beer menu so a return visit is definitely needed.

Dropped off our TagaBrew info package and will follow up with a manager this week. Half Acre would be a great partner on the brewery trail.

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06/16/2026

Had a great visit to Spiteful Brewing. Cool taproom with outdoor seating as well. Located on Chicago’s Northside in the Bowmanville neighborhood.

Enjoyed my time at the bar chatting with Brohr the bartender. Went with the Corporate Lemmings (Hazy IPA) to start and finished with Cubby Bear (Golden Lager). Both great beers.

Was able to give a short pitch regarding what TagaBrew is about and left them our marketing folder for review. Hopefully, we will see them on the brewery trail soon. 🍺😎🍺

06/15/2026

Had an amazing time visiting Hop Butcher for the World this past Thursday.

Was fortunate enough to meet a bunch of regulars from the brewery and we geeked out talking about Chicago breweries for an hour. Great people highlighting the welcoming taproom vibe that makes it fun.

Matt is the bartender and he loved the TagaBrew chain necklace I had and seemed excited to forward the TagaBrew folder to the management team. Let’s hope they join soon.

If so I’ll need to look up my new friends when I visit again.

06/15/2026

We are excited to announce that Midwest Coast Brewing Company has joined the TagaBrew brewery trail 🍺❤️🍺.

Please note they are not yet live on the trail. They have a great charm design and it will be worth the wait. Follow the App and website to see when they go live on the trail.

My visit there was last Thursday and I loved the West Town Brown and their English Sporting Beer. Both were fantastic. This should be a brewery you are excited to visit.

06/13/2026

We are excited to announce that My Best Friends Foundation - My BFF will be at Mikerphone Brewing today starting at 2pm.

They are hosting a co****le tournament to raise funds for their foundation. They reached out to let us know any of our guests are welcome to join the tournament.

Craft beer has a community component to it that does focus on helping others.

06/12/2026

I’m excited for the TagaBrew meet up on Saturday. Reminder that we will be at Mikerphone Brewing from 2pm to 3:30pm.

Then we roll over to FIBS Brewing to keep the fun going from 4pm to 5:30pm.

The brewery is holding a spot for us inside the taproom at both places.

There will be some raffle prizes handed out. Also, it’s a great chance to collect their tags and charms.

Hope to see you there. TagaBrew is a community. Be part of the fun.

06/12/2026

Absolutely loved my visit to Suncatcher Brewing yesterday ❤️🍺❤️

Just a cozy pub like atmosphere with a lot of character and charm.

Enjoyed their Soccer Beer and the English Bitter. Perfect for hanging out and watching the first World Cup match.

Definitely a brewery I’d recommend. They brew in small batches so everything is fresh.

Here is to hoping they will join the TagaBrew trail.

06/12/2026

Had a great visit to Marz Community Brewing on Wednesday 🍺❤️🍺.

Stopped in after a big storm had rolled through Chicago. Their power was out but they were still welcoming guests into their taproom. They made the best of it and showed some great hospitality while dealing with a challenging situation.

I enjoyed their Kolsch and would easily recommend it. The staff was receptive to the TagaBrew program and grabbed our marketing folder to share it with the appropriate managers.

Having fun while in Chicago ❤️😎🍺