Revolution Brewing wanted to capture the changing tastes of beer drinkers that were demanding bigger and better varieties and flavors. Revolution Brewing has stood out in the crowd of a fast growing community of craft brewing. The brewpub creates almost 50 different beer styles each year. Revolution Brewing has fun with what they do and want you to come join their Revolution. The managing partner of Revolution Brewing, Josh Deth, was first a home-brewer when he got his lucky shot. In 1995, he received a job cleaning and scrubbing kegs at a local brewery. A few years later, Josh landed another job as a cellar-man and brew pub brewer at Goose Island (the previous blog's topic) and thought up of the idea for Revolution. A few first tries left Josh unsuccessful, but in 2003 he opened Handlebar with his wife and a couple friends. Josh had also been working as the Executive Director of Logan Square Chamber of Commerce which lead him to the building on Milwaukee Ave where Revolution Brewing is located today. Revolution Brewing then opened in February 2010 after three years of construction, raising funds, and dealing with the zoning department. Josh then added a 2nd floor Brewers' Lounge in July 2011.
Revolution Brewing produces year-round, specialty, and a deep wood series.
Year-round:
- Anti-Hero IPA: "An American hop assault for all the ambivalent warriors who get the girl in the end." This ale features four different hops varieties, creating bitterness and crisp, floral aromas.
- Eugene Porter: A dark-colored, warm chocolate malt, named after Eugene V. Debs, an American union leader who led the Pullman Railroad strike of 1894. This malt is a mixture of Belgian malts made of a structure of toasted grain, infused with chocolate and caramel.
- Bottom Up Wit: Brewed with organic pilsner and wheat malts from Canada, Bottom Up Wit is their version of classic and refreshing Belgian ale. "Freshly ground coriander and Curacao orange peel, along with a special Wit yeast strain, contribute wonderful orange and citrus aromas and a crisp, yet silky, mouthfeel."
- Coup D'Etat: French style ale with a citrus hop character and an earthy, spicy aroma.
- Double Fist: A strong pale ale with massive hops flavor.
- Cross of Gold: Crisp golden ale with a hop finish.
- Oktoberfest: Classic German-style Oktoberfest beer.
- Fistmas Ale: A holiday red ale with ginger root and orange peel.
- Mad Cow: A smooth, charcol black milk stout.
- Rosa Hibiscus Ale: A highly drinkable ale, steeped with hibiscus.
- Rise: An American stout flavored with Amarillo, Chinook hops, and traces of chocolate and coffee.
- A Little Crazy: A Belgo-style pale ale with pilsner malts and citrus hops.
- Straight Jacket: A strong ale to warm your insides during the winter months.
- Very Mad Cow: Bourbon barrel aged milk stout.
Rosa Hibiscus Ale - Revolution Brewing's Description: "A highly drinkable ale steeped with hibiscus flowers and a touch of orange peel for a natural tartness and slight pink hue."
Rosa Hibiscus has an Alcohol by volume (ABV) of 5.8%.
My Experience: This beer pours a slightly hazy reddish-amber color with a medium pinkish-white head that dissipates steadily. Rosa has short strings of lacing and the aroma is floral and fruity. The light body with flavors of caramel malt, floral hops and a bit of fruit really distinguish the beer. The finish is sweet with a short berry aftertaste leaving you with a lasting memory. This beer is very memorable for me, especially the rare pink color.
Leave comments about any Revolution Brewing brews you have tried, I'd love to hear your opinions!
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