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

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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. 

FOBAB at HOME | Reimagined for 2020

As we continue to prioritize the health and safety of our guests, breweries, staff, and volunteers, we are sad to announce that the festival portion of FoBAB has been cancelled.  But the brewers are still brewing, and the judges are still judging. And that means, there will still be barrel-aged beer this November allowing you to take FOBAB Home!

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FOBAB is going to look a little different this year.

While the festival portion of FoBAB has been cancelled, the brewers are still brewing, the judges are still judging, and we're still going to deliver a one-of-a-kind FoBAB experience. 

Check back for updates, including how you can get a taste of #FoBAB this November!

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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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