Chicagoland Beer Exploration Society

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Chicagoland Beer Exploration Society

Every member of the Society (CBES) should aspire to have a beer at every brewery or brewpub located in a day or two bicycle ride distance from Chicago (and, of course, within the city limits).

Naturally, preferable way of getting to is by bike, as for riding back . . . whatever is available, train, bus, horse and buggy, depending on amount of beverages consumed at the destination.

Routes on Ride with GPS, here.

On Facebook, here.

On Twitter, here.

Lists of breweries and brewpubs (and other beer things): on Facebook, and on Twitter.

Website: http://www.facebook.com/cbeeres
Location: Chicago and around
Members: 203
Latest Activity: Nov 3

Discussion Forum

Post your favorite local beers here! 15 Replies

Did you just try a local beer that you thought was exceptional?  Post it here!  Continue

Started by Rich S. Last reply by Boonji Dec 24, 2023.

Future rides 71 Replies

Please post suggestions, ideas and discuss 'em here.Continue

Tags: beer rides, brewery rides, future rides, CBES

Started by Serge Lubomudrov. Last reply by Brett Miller Apr 28, 2021.

Bikes, Bites and Brews - North Mayfair Festival 1 Reply

North Mayfair Improvement Association (NMIA) is pleased to announce “Bikes, Bites & Brews”, a neighborhood festival scheduled for Labor Day weekend, September 1 – 3, 2017.  Fest-goers can look…Continue

Started by Matthew J. Robertson. Last reply by Serge Lubomudrov Jul 30, 2017.

Beer-, but non necessarily bike-related events 43 Replies

Post here a beer-related event you'd like to attend and invite others.Continue

Tags: beer events, events, beer

Started by Serge Lubomudrov. Last reply by Serge Lubomudrov Dec 11, 2014.

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Comment by JD on September 20, 2013 at 6:04pm

I'm riding to navy pier sat for world music fest at the beer garden @ 1pm, then to conway center 1104 s wabash for another act @ 3pm, then on to Logan center 915 e 60th st ,via   the lakefront trail, for a show @ 6pm. great music and drink. meeting at buckingham fountain @ 12:15 leaving 12:25. I'm riding a red cruiser w/ a white basket JD

Comment by Rich S on September 16, 2013 at 5:36am

I leaving my ride's itinerary somewhat open but I would very much like to try Village Vintner. Even though you said the beer wasn't outstanding I do find the list interesting. 

Chain o Lakes would add 18 miles to the ride which shouldn't be a problem. Their taproom opening at noon on Saturday is another matter. 

Comment by Rich S on September 16, 2013 at 5:05am

Prairie Fox is posted!

Comment by Duppie on September 16, 2013 at 2:34am

Geneva Ale House isn't that special IMO. More of a chicken wing sports bar with a fancy beer list. We walked in and right out again.

I would go to Stockholm's over Geneva Ale House, because it Stockholms is an actual brewpub.

Comment by Tank-Ridin' Ryan on September 15, 2013 at 5:08pm

Hahaha, and change the name to CB(orW)ES?

Comment by Rich S on September 15, 2013 at 10:15am

We can always get fancy and order a glass of wine!

Comment by Rich S on September 15, 2013 at 9:52am

I just took a peek at Village Vintner's website and their beer list is quite interesting. I think a stop there will be in order! 

Comment by Rich S on September 15, 2013 at 7:19am

Duke's might be fun to grab a beer before the 30 miles down to Geneva. I saw Penrose and if they're open they might be worth a stop as well. 

Stockholm's is at 306 W State and Geneva Ale House is at 319 W State so definitely not going out of our way!

When I get the chance I'll create an event for Nov 9 since that'll be the day after my birthday. We'll figure out the stops and other details as the date approaches. 

Comment by Duppie on September 15, 2013 at 6:27am

Been to Stockholm's. What a depressing place. Wouldn't get out of my way to try, but if it is on your way you might stop there, just so you can say you've been there. After all, this is CBES:

"Every member of the Society (CBES) should aspire to have a beer at every brewery or brewpub located in a day or two bicycle ride distance from Chicago (and, of course, within the city limits)."

Comment by Rich S on September 15, 2013 at 6:22am

I'm thinking Metra to Crystal Lake then ride about 30 miles down to Geneva. We could eat at Geneva Ale House (they have Tighthead and Local Option on tap) and then pop over for a quick beer at Stockholm's. Then another 10 miles to the Roundhouse.

Nov 9 or 16 will be the most likely dates. 

 

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