
A historical exploration of brewing in the Quad Cities, from German immigrant roots to modern craft beer destinations.
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A historical exploration of brewing in the Quad Cities, from German immigrant roots to modern craft beer destinations.
The Quad Cities have a rich history of brewing that started with the influx of German citizens in the 1800s. Breweries were established on both sides of the Mississippi River. Some of these historic breweries managed to reopen after Prohibition, but national competition ultimately closed the last of these stalwarts in 1956. In 1989, Iowa created a special class "A" brewpub permit, and the first of many brewpubs in the area, Front Street Pub & Eatery, opened in 1992. Blue Cat Brew Pub, on the Ill...
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Focus on beer and brewing history; alcohol use is central but not glamorized.
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