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Welcome to Illinois Beer.

The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild is the nonprofit trade association that represents Illinois craft breweries. Since 1997, the Guild has been a voice for Illinois brewers, supporting member and consumer education, advocating for the modernization of craft beer laws,
​and promoting the craft beer brewed with pride across Illinois.

SAVE THE DATE

FOBAB RETURNS
​NOVEMBER 7 + 8, ​2025

For more than 20 years, the Festival of Wood & Barrel-Aged Beer has convened the nation's top barrel-aged brewing programs and craft beer's biggest enthusiasts for the largest showcase of its kind. Save the date and follow @FoBAB for the latest information and updates. See you November 7 + 8, 2025! 

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Your career is in #IllinoisBeer

The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild is proud to announce the launch of our first-ever Job Board, a centralized location for posting, finding, and applying for jobs across the state's craft beer industry.

Brewery and associate members are encouraged to post open positions on the job board. And job seekers, we want to help you find awesome opportunities to help jumpstart your career in #IllinoisBeer! 

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Pick up your summer issue today!

Visit your local taproom or favorite craft beer retailer to snag the latest issue of Illinois Brewing, your definitive guide to craft beer brewed in Illinois. 

This issue, we explore some of the best "ale trails" in Illinois, share insiders' favorite spots to snag a beer during the summer, and hear from industry leaders on new trends brewing across the industry. 

Illinois Brewing magazine is available at more than 350 locations, from breweries to taprooms and bottle shops. If you're a member of our enthusiast program, ImBIBE, you'll get Illinois Brewing delivered right to your front door each quarter.

Cheers, and happy reading!

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BREW MAP

Where will your Illinois beer adventures take you? Check out the Brew Map and #DrinkIllinois.

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WHAT IS THE
ILLINOIS CRAFT BREWERS GUILD?

OUR MISSION
The Illinois Craft Brewers Guild is the nonprofit trade organization dedicated to supporting the development and expansion of the craft beer industry in Illinois. Founded in 1997, ICBG focuses its efforts on three primary areas:

LEGISLATIVE + REGULATORY ADVOCACY
As the voice of Illinois brewers, the Guild advocates for legislation that enables growth and expansion while working to ease unnecessary regulatory restrictions on the state's craft breweries. 

EDUCATION
The Guild provides opportunities for its members to enhance their brewing knowledge through ongoing technical seminars and conferences and educates consumers about the local craft beer industry, Illinois breweries, and how to experience Illinois beer responsibly.

PROMOTION
​From world-renowned festivals to neighborhood tastings, the Guild takes an active role in promoting its member breweries and their craft beer in thoughtful, creative ways to maintain connection with loyal fans while appealing to new craft beer drinkers. 

BREW STORIES

Every beer has a story. Fortunately, our state has plenty of remarkable stories to tell.  Grab a beer and get to know Illinois beer.  

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