Chicagoland NE IPAs (2018)

Son of Juice has gotten better and better.

Getting tired of $15 four packs.

 

This was a previous beer that was just renamed, right?

 

From what I understand it's Death By Snu Snu.

 

Yes, was Death By Snu Snu. It's a better version of that beer though, imo. Same concept, better execution.

 

Nothing cloying about the grape addition. Very enjoyable, clean finish. On a warm day, I could likely drink a prodigious amount of this beer.

 

The cans have gotten better and better? I really liked the bomber I first had of it awhile ago, but was then kind of underwhelmed by the cans when they were released. If they're improving, I might have to pick up another 4-pack.

 

None of the Maplewood stuff has been good to me; syrup-y and tart to my tongue.

I might have to check & see if there are singles at Bottles & Cans to check in again...

 

Son Of Juice seems the same to me? It's thin, but easy drinking and a good summer crusher in my opinion.

 

It's much bigger than Mikerphone. I believe it'll seat around 100. Pretty sure there is a kitchen for food as well

 

I've found it consistent the past 8+ months. The GF is addicted to it so I have it way more than I would otherwise....

 

I've had yet to have anything even remotely good from Maplewood when it comes to NE IPAs

 

Everyone has a different opinion of beer. For me, I think all of Maplewood's NE IPAs have been solid beers. For the style itself, there are definitely other options I prefer. But they are the most accessible cans next to hailstorm, and it gets the job done for me (SoJ that is).

 

Sorry, one more question about visiting town this weekend.

It sounds like Corridor's latest will be long gone by the time I get there on Friday. Do both Corridor and FR usually have hazy beers on? My wife and I aren't super picky but just wanted to confirm before ubering somewhere without (although I am sure their other beer is also good, we just don't get a lot of haze in Nebraska and I don't trade much!)

 

FR will definitely have some hazy options. Was there yesterday and they had Ghost Tropic, Atomic Child and Snooze Juice.

 

Sounds like Corridor will be out of haze. Their next one will be released 7/18.

 

Forbidden Root will more than likely have some haze on, Old Irving Brewing will probably have one on. I also recommend checkin links taproom's website. They have been having some hazy ipa's on regularly. They also help you gauge if it will still be on by the time you get there.

 

Debating running to Corridor tomorrow to grab a growler of Juicebox. Hoping it'll still be on when I get there.

 

Very good to know, thanks!

 

We'll have:
Atomic Child
Ghost Tropic
Snooze Juice (Possibly)
Radio Swan* (might have a keg left of this depending on how much is left after canning)

*Radio Swan batch destined for cans is ridic. Can release is still on for the 18th. There's another batch in the tank that will go on draft 7/21 or 7/22.