After standing in line to get in they finally let us in only to be all crammed in one little spot inside before they let us downstairs to the Great Hall. In which we had to wait some more before finally letting us in. Was it worth the wait to get in? No, not really since most of the beers that were being poured was from the big mass produced domestics, ie Miller Coors and Budweiser. Who wants to drink that swill when there are so many craft breweries. Was disappointed that some Chicago breweries were not even represented there. Oh and the sampling glass should be glass next time and not plastic.
One of the highlights for me was seeing Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale there from Kentucky Ales. There was a long line to get a sample and with good reason since the beer is that good. A perfect combo of craft beer that has been aged in bourbon barrels gives you a whole kaleidoscope of flavors. Another outstanding beer that I had sampled was the Mad Hatter IPA from New Holland Brewery. It was so good I had to have another one lol.
Had to have something to eat and I must say the Korean Beef grilled cheese was delicious. By far the best thing they had there as far as the food goes.
Both sessions the Great Hall was packed with thousands of people there in attendance. If they have it again next year, I'd like to see them have less mass produced beers and more craft beers to get new people tuned on that there is a whole plethora of good beer out there that ya don't have to settle for something that is less filling.
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