Beer

Communal Shower Thoughts: Came for the beer

October 8, 2025

I wanted to write about Taylor Swift’s new album this week, but my freshman year roommate beat me to it, and I agree with her take. Besides, I’ve teased Oktoberfest enough. It’s time to do some serious...

Sketchbook Brewing Company grows after five years of success

October 1, 2019

When Sketchbook Brewing Co. first opened in Evanston in 2014, the company produced around 500 barrels of beer a year. Now, five years later, it makes over 3,000 barrels a year, and sells its product to...

New Evanston brewing company Sketchbook establishes philanthropy goal

January 19, 2015

A local brewing company donated 5 percent of its December sales, which totaled $350, to the Evanston Community Foundation less than two months after the company's public opening. Sketchbook Brewing...

Evanston’s first nanobrewery opens to public Friday

November 21, 2014

Evanston’s first nanobrewery will officially open its doors Friday and start selling beer produced on-site to the public. Sketchbook Brewing Company, 825 Chicago Ave., will serve its own brewed craft...

Gameday: Evanston hangouts offering Saturday specials

October 3, 2013

If you're not into the tailgating scene or are too nervous to watch the game from Ryan Field, some Evanston restaurants are offering game-day specials that could serve as an extra spot to hang out before,...

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