Goose Island Beer Co. is a Chicago brewery renowned for pioneering the Bourbon County Brand Stout over 30 years ago, defining the imperial stout style. They produce year-round beers like Beer Hug and 312 Ale, alongside limited releases such as the 2025 Bourbon County family. The brewery features a taproom at Salt Shed Pub for visits and events.

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Bourbon County Brand Stout
Pioneering imperial stout, 2025 family with Original and variants
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Beer Hug
Year-round beer
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312 Ale
Chicago's beer
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Big Hazy Pineapple
Featured hazy beer
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Multiple medals for Bourbon County Stout at Great American Beer Festival 2023
World Beer Cup Winner for various brews. 2023

2025 Bourbon County Brand Stout family launch: Original Stout and variants evolved through barrels, time, and innovation.