Experience Craft Brews In Illinois And Wisconsin’s Old Churches

Have you ever noticed that many microbreweries in Illinois and Wisconsin are located in really cool refurbished old buildings, which adds to a cool vibe for the experience?

Illinois And Wisconsin Microbreweries Located In Old Churchs

The world of beer has changed a lot over the years. I remember when I first turned 21 and started drinking; there were basically two kinds: domestic and imported beers. My friends are I were into the American beers because the ones from other countries were really heavy with a very strong acquired taste.

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These days, there are so many more delicious choices when it comes to beer. There are plenty of amazing craft breweries throughout the United States, especially in Illinois and Wisconsin. Several of them are located in really cool old buildings. In fact, some used to be old churches, which is an interesting experience.

Here are some craft breweries in Illinois and Wisconsin that are located in old churches...

Illinois

• Highway 20 Brewing in Elizabeth

Wisconsin

• Central Waters Brewing in Milwaukee

• Topsy Turvy Brewery in Lake Geneva

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According to Midwest Living...

Raising a cold one in a church might feel unexpected, but for history lovers, it’s a surprisingly spirited experience.

 

Across the Midwest, former churches are being reimagined as craft beer havens that brew and serve their own specialty pours beneath soaring ceilings.

 

One look at the gothic arches, stained glass, and timeworn woodwork, and it’s clear these spaces aren’t just pouring beer—they’re preserving stories.