Happy mid-week, Grayslake! Whether you need a shot of Jeppson’s Malört to get over the hump or a world-class pastry stout to sip on, we’ve got you covered. Sean will be behind the bar this evening, so come by, grab a pour, and check out the heavy-hitting lineup we just moved into the coolers.
From rare Scotch whisky to Triple Dry-Hopped DIPAs, here is everything fresh at Beer Bazaar.
Spirits & Dark Beers
- Ian Macleod Distillers (Broxburn, Scotland) | Find more from Ian Macleod here
- Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky: A classic representation of the Highland region, typically offering a firm, dry body with notes of heather and light peat smoke.
- Island Single Malt Scotch Whisky: Expect a more robust profile with coastal influence, featuring sea salt, brine, and a lingering peat finish characteristic of the Scottish islands.
- Untitled Art (Waunakee, WI) | Find more from Untitled Art here
- Chocolate Cheesecake Stout (10% ABV): (Untappd Avg: 4.15) A massive, decadent Imperial Stout designed to mirror its namesake dessert. Brewed with real chocolate and cheesecake flavors for a thick, velvety mouthfeel.
- Sketchbook Brewing Company (Evanston, IL) | Find more from Sketchbook here
- Catch Me If You Can Spiced Brown Ale (7.1% ABV): A seasonal favorite brewed with a blend of holiday spices—expect notes of cinnamon and nutmeg atop a nutty, toasted malt base.
- Snowy Owl Red Rye Ale (5.6% ABV): A beautifully balanced red ale where the spicy character of the rye meets smooth caramel malts.
Fresh Hops & Fruited Sours
- BlackStack Brewing (St. Paul, MN) | Find more from BlackStack here
- TDH Thread Count DIPA (8.1% ABV): (Untappd Avg: 4.25) This Triple Dry-Hopped Double IPA is a hop-saturated powerhouse. Expect explosive notes of tropical citrus and a soft, pillowy mouthfeel.
- Take A Hike Mountainous Pale Ale (5% ABV): A “mountain-style” pale ale that balances a clean malt profile with bright, piney, and citrusy hop notes—perfect for easy drinking.
- Mikerphone Brewing (Elk Grove Village, IL) | Find more from Mikerphone here
- Breakfast At Tiffany’s (5.25% ABV): A Berliner Weisse-style ale conditioned on blueberry and maple syrup. It’s a bright, tart, and refreshing take on a classic breakfast flavor profile.
- Sketchbook Brewing Company (Evanston, IL)
- Holiday Hops Hazy IPA (8% ABV): A festive Hazy IPA dry-hopped for maximum aroma, delivering a lush bouquet of tropical fruit and evergreen notes.
