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In this episode of Midwest Microbrew, I sit down with Sam Goerdt, co-owner and brewer at Goerdt's Brewhaus in Galena, Illinois. Sam shares his journey from the Marine Corps to brewing school to opening his own craft brewery, and we dive into his European-inspired lagers and ales, his BBQ menu, and what's coming up next at the brewery.
🍺 What we cover:

Sam's path from the Marines to professional brewing
Training at the Siebel Institute in Chicago
How Goerdt's Brewhaus was born in Galena, IL
European-style lagers, ales, and unique specialty brews
Family-friendly brewery with BBQ, arcade games, and a mug club
Upcoming seasonal releases including Oktoberfest and Loco Mango

📍 Goerdt's Brewhaus | Galena, Illinois

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