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A mid-1800’s architectural wonder helped make Chicago the city it is today. The 96-mile Illinois & Michigan Canal (I&M Canal) connected the Great Lakes in Bridgeport, Chicago to the Illinois River at LaSalle-Peru, and amazingly unique towns sprung up that maintain their authentic charm to this date.
READ ON!Freedom. The Open Road. The American Dream. All are still alive on The Mother Road. The nostalgia of diners, museums, tourist stops and neon lights are there for you to visit as you make the drive from Chicago to Santa Monica, CA. You can still get your Kicks on Route 66!
READ ON!A visit to Starved Rock State Park consists of many sights to behold, including breathtaking views of its many canyons and awe-inspiring scenes of eagles flying during the winter month.
READ ON!The Heritage Corridor is filled with events that are waiting just for you. Live music, fun festivals, learning programs, and active adventures await.
READ ON!Are you looking for a specific type of place to visit in the I&M Canal Heritage Corridor? If you're a craft beer fan, you will love the Heritage Corridor Ale Trail? Seeing a thrilling journey or just an escape, check out Adventure Outside Chicago. We've got all the info to unlock your next trip right here.
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The Last Mile
Tangerine Wheat - 5%
Tangerine • Lime • Determination
The Last Mile is back on tap! Brewed for the Starved Rock Country Marathon, this beer is the perfect reward for those who go the extra mile. With flavors of tangerine and lime, The Last Mile is a refreshing way to quench your thirst and recharge after a long run. Whether you're training for your next marathon or simply enjoying a sunny day, this is the perfect beer to help you cross the finish line. So go ahead, take that extra step, and enjoy a crisp and satisfying sip of The Last Mile.
The Gardener
Wheat Ale with lavender, lemon peel, and vanilla - 5.7%
The Gardener is the perfect Wheat Beer to capture the essence of spring. This unique seasonal is infused with over 70 pounds of fresh zested lemon peel, steeped in fresh-cut lavender, and just a kiss of vanilla to round out this beautiful bouquet of flavor.
Everyone's favorite seasonal beer is back! Miskatonic added even more fresh lemon peel this year to bring out that bright lemon flavor. This beer is on tap and in 4-packs to-go today.
Pollyanna Pils
Bohemian Pilsner - 5.4%
Pollyanna Pils is BACK! A brewer’s beer by all definitions, we brewed this Bohemian Pilsner for our brewers. With that in mind, we're happy to share this beautiful lager with you. Crafted with our reverse osmosis water, 100% Bohemian Pilsner malts, and a blend of German Hallertau and Czech Saaz hops, this crisp and clean pils shows off a soft, delicate malt backing as well as a classic, somewhat fruity, spicy, and floral hop backing. This is lagerbier at it's finest.
Nopalito
Prickly Pear Wheat
This one is a little different! Today at 4pm we start our “Beertenders Fastest Tap Challenge” with our Pink Ale Wife! This is a challenge of whose beer taps fastest. Winner receives a well-deserved gift!
Eva is first out of the gate with her “Nopalito” - She has chosen Prickly Pear infusion. It’s staying true to the tropical, refreshing flavor giving it that extra punch of Prickly Pear. If you are Team Eva, come out at 4 and help tap out her beer.
We also have back on the rails “Pauly’s Truck”, Hazy NEIPA and “Wildcat”, Cream Ale, one of our staples.
Coming on May 25th - The Morning Tea - an Arnold Palmer inspired sour ale with tea and lemon.
Join Jaimie London & The TRBC Brew Team in The Lone Buffalo & Tangled Roots Tap Room in Ottawa, IL for a special beer release party and giveaways!
The Morning Tea Beer Release Party