View this post on Instagram While the prospect of a canned IPA doesn’t sound alien when you think of @pipeworksbrewing, they’ve just released their first. Space was discovered in their orbit for this bright, tropical/grassy 7.3% creature that revolves around your palette before descending with a crisp, balanced finish. Sadly, Infinite Galaxy will have a definite ending, as like most, their Galaxy hop supplies are dwindling and this brew will eventually exhaust their supply. I’ll be enjoying until that asteroid hits □□□✨□. . . Behind the scenes on my stories □□. . . . #craftbeer #beertography #pipeworks #pipeworksbrewing #infinitygalaxy #hops #ipa A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jul 15, 2018 at 5:54pm PDT
While the prospect of a canned IPA doesn’t sound alien when you think of @pipeworksbrewing, they’ve just released their first. Space was discovered in their orbit for this bright, tropical/grassy 7.3% creature that revolves around your palette before descending with a crisp, balanced finish. Sadly, Infinite Galaxy will have a definite ending, as like most, their Galaxy hop supplies are dwindling and this brew will eventually exhaust their supply. I’ll be enjoying until that asteroid hits □□□✨□. . . Behind the scenes on my stories □□. . . . #craftbeer #beertography #pipeworks #pipeworksbrewing #infinitygalaxy #hops #ipa
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View this post on Instagram Been beating the heat with my favorite Pale Ale from the ‘hood, Lizard King. If amazon offered this on subscription like our diapers and wipes, I would Prime that ish □□□ . . #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks #lizardking #mosaic #paleale #beertography @pipeworksbrewing A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jun 18, 2018 at 7:01pm PDT
Been beating the heat with my favorite Pale Ale from the ‘hood, Lizard King. If amazon offered this on subscription like our diapers and wipes, I would Prime that ish □□□ . . #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks #lizardking #mosaic #paleale #beertography @pipeworksbrewing
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View this post on Instagram ? Player 1 Game A ?. I was very pumped to see @pipeworksbrewing promote one of my favorite new hops to Ninja-Status. Idaho 7 is a unique one with a lot of Apricot & Tangerine, then this unusual hint of black tea. I shy hard away from 10% IPAs these days because I’m soft, but this was very easy to put down and the Idaho 7 hop flavor was well-accentuated and featured despite the strength of the beer. Well done PDubs ⚔️⚙️?. . . . #chicago #craftbeer #pipeworksbrewing #ipa #Idaho7 #hops #beertography #ninja #kungfu #nes #nintendo #vintagegames A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Feb 12, 2018 at 5:53pm PST
? Player 1 Game A ?. I was very pumped to see @pipeworksbrewing promote one of my favorite new hops to Ninja-Status. Idaho 7 is a unique one with a lot of Apricot & Tangerine, then this unusual hint of black tea. I shy hard away from 10% IPAs these days because I’m soft, but this was very easy to put down and the Idaho 7 hop flavor was well-accentuated and featured despite the strength of the beer. Well done PDubs ⚔️⚙️?. . . . #chicago #craftbeer #pipeworksbrewing #ipa #Idaho7 #hops #beertography #ninja #kungfu #nes #nintendo #vintagegames
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View this post on Instagram The Jones Dog (b1) from @pipeworksbrewing, their 2014 FoBAB Gold medalist, still drinking superb. Most of the carb was gone, but storing this cold did it a big favor as every flavor was still integrated perfectly, with the heat and sweetness toned down. Fresh is usually better in my book, but this fella was fun to take out for one last walk all these years later. Good boy. #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks #thejonesdog A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jan 2, 2017 at 4:58pm PST
The Jones Dog (b1) from @pipeworksbrewing, their 2014 FoBAB Gold medalist, still drinking superb. Most of the carb was gone, but storing this cold did it a big favor as every flavor was still integrated perfectly, with the heat and sweetness toned down. Fresh is usually better in my book, but this fella was fun to take out for one last walk all these years later. Good boy. #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks #thejonesdog
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View this post on Instagram ?? Part 1 - A new @pipeworksbrewing can has descended from the heavens and is creating waves around Chicago. #chicago #craftbeer A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Mar 24, 2016 at 4:39pm PDT
?? Part 1 - A new @pipeworksbrewing can has descended from the heavens and is creating waves around Chicago. #chicago #craftbeer
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View this post on Instagram The War Bird is getting unruly as he senses its days in the spotlight coming to an end. Lizard King, a year-round Mosaic hopped Pale, makes its debut Friday night @emporiumchicago (Logan) then hits shelves first thing next week. Some printing issues delayed the much-anticipated can debut, but the king is ready to sit on his throne. Dont worry War Bird, you will be a staple in my fridge. #craftbeer #chicago @pipeworksbrewing A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Sep 3, 2015 at 6:17pm PDT
The War Bird is getting unruly as he senses its days in the spotlight coming to an end. Lizard King, a year-round Mosaic hopped Pale, makes its debut Friday night @emporiumchicago (Logan) then hits shelves first thing next week. Some printing issues delayed the much-anticipated can debut, but the king is ready to sit on his throne. Dont worry War Bird, you will be a staple in my fridge. #craftbeer #chicago @pipeworksbrewing
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View this post on Instagram On Monday, @pipeworksbrewing released the 4th unique edition of what I refer to as "the Fish series". Spotted Puffer is a double IPA brewed with honey and with passionfruit added. Unlike the original member of the series Square Grouper, where the honey is the star of the show, Spotted Puffer dials back the honey to make way for the passionfruit to share in on the spotlight. Dangerously drinkable at 9.5% and fruity, but not the type of fruity you are used to. It's great to see Pipeworks continue to brew and expand this series, more and more frequently, as they've become arguably the most sought-after IPAs in the Midwest. Cheers □□□#craftbeer #Chicago #Pipeworks #SpottedPuffer A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jun 28, 2015 at 4:52pm PDT
On Monday, @pipeworksbrewing released the 4th unique edition of what I refer to as "the Fish series". Spotted Puffer is a double IPA brewed with honey and with passionfruit added. Unlike the original member of the series Square Grouper, where the honey is the star of the show, Spotted Puffer dials back the honey to make way for the passionfruit to share in on the spotlight. Dangerously drinkable at 9.5% and fruity, but not the type of fruity you are used to. It's great to see Pipeworks continue to brew and expand this series, more and more frequently, as they've become arguably the most sought-after IPAs in the Midwest. Cheers □□□#craftbeer #Chicago #Pipeworks #SpottedPuffer
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View this post on Instagram Mocha Abduction from @pipeworksbrewing is an out of body experience. Wow, smells like a Hershey bar, or is that the chocolate left on my fingers? Seriously, this is my new favorite of the abductions thus far. Not the slightest bit oily, nice dark chocolate sweetness up front followed by an roasty expresso finish. I was expecting more booziness, but was pleasantly surprised at how smooth this baby is. Well done! #craftbeer #Chicago #PipeworksBrewing #Pipeworks A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Aug 19, 2014 at 6:50pm PDT
Mocha Abduction from @pipeworksbrewing is an out of body experience. Wow, smells like a Hershey bar, or is that the chocolate left on my fingers? Seriously, this is my new favorite of the abductions thus far. Not the slightest bit oily, nice dark chocolate sweetness up front followed by an roasty expresso finish. I was expecting more booziness, but was pleasantly surprised at how smooth this baby is. Well done! #craftbeer #Chicago #PipeworksBrewing #Pipeworks
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View this post on Instagram Had to try this one again and yup, still out of this world. Bravo @pipeworksbrewing, bravo. This Unicorn Galaxy Double IPA is the perfect beer for winding down a long day in orbit. #Craftbeer #Chicago #Pipeworks A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jul 2, 2014 at 5:00pm PDT
Had to try this one again and yup, still out of this world. Bravo @pipeworksbrewing, bravo. This Unicorn Galaxy Double IPA is the perfect beer for winding down a long day in orbit. #Craftbeer #Chicago #Pipeworks
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View this post on Instagram Bling Bling yo. @pipeworksbrewing Pineapple Bling: Belgian Strong Ale with Pineapple & Lime Juice. #CraftBeer #Chicago A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Sep 29, 2013 at 9:13am PDT
Bling Bling yo. @pipeworksbrewing Pineapple Bling: Belgian Strong Ale with Pineapple & Lime Juice. #CraftBeer #Chicago
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View this post on Instagram I'm a big fan of the approach @pipeworksbrewing takes with their barrel program. The liquid is given extended time in the barrel, never feeling rushed, adding extra nuance along the way. The fair pricing clearly keeps the customer and the long-game in mind as you don’t feel like you're being shaken down for every last nickel in your pocket. I don't drink a lot of these beers this time of year, but I felt like popping the Coffee Break abduction over the weekend and scraping off some of my photoshop rust. The body, barrel presence, melding of the coffee all worked great □☕️□ . . . #craftbeer #pipeworks #coffee #abduction #stout #bourbon #beertography A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jun 27, 2018 at 5:16pm PDT
I'm a big fan of the approach @pipeworksbrewing takes with their barrel program. The liquid is given extended time in the barrel, never feeling rushed, adding extra nuance along the way. The fair pricing clearly keeps the customer and the long-game in mind as you don’t feel like you're being shaken down for every last nickel in your pocket. I don't drink a lot of these beers this time of year, but I felt like popping the Coffee Break abduction over the weekend and scraping off some of my photoshop rust. The body, barrel presence, melding of the coffee all worked great □☕️□ . . . #craftbeer #pipeworks #coffee #abduction #stout #bourbon #beertography
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View this post on Instagram I am gettin’ DOWN, with the new Blood Orange gUP, from @pipeworksbrewing. . . #craftbeer #pipeworksbrewing #IPA #beertography A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Apr 11, 2018 at 6:12pm PDT
I am gettin’ DOWN, with the new Blood Orange gUP, from @pipeworksbrewing. . . #craftbeer #pipeworksbrewing #IPA #beertography
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View this post on Instagram Mango Guppy from @pipeworksbrewing, a "scaled" down version of their DIPA fish series at an innocent 5.5%. It tastes like gummy bears and I am 100% good with that ?? #craftbeer #chicago #ipa #beertography #fish A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Aug 14, 2017 at 5:53pm PDT
Mango Guppy from @pipeworksbrewing, a "scaled" down version of their DIPA fish series at an innocent 5.5%. It tastes like gummy bears and I am 100% good with that ?? #craftbeer #chicago #ipa #beertography #fish
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View this post on Instagram The @pipeworksbrewing & @emporiumchicago teams have put together a ridiculous Run the Jewels pop-up bar through tomorrow. I can't imagine how much hard work went into this @itsjustjared, @wackfactory, @mikeschallau □□□ #StayGold #craftbeer #chicago @runthejewels A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Aug 5, 2017 at 3:31pm PDT
The @pipeworksbrewing & @emporiumchicago teams have put together a ridiculous Run the Jewels pop-up bar through tomorrow. I can't imagine how much hard work went into this @itsjustjared, @wackfactory, @mikeschallau □□□ #StayGold #craftbeer #chicago @runthejewels
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View this post on Instagram Rolling out the red carpet (blanket), sippin' on the King □✊□ #chicago #craftbeer @pipeworksbrewing A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Nov 21, 2016 at 6:54pm PST
Rolling out the red carpet (blanket), sippin' on the King □✊□ #chicago #craftbeer @pipeworksbrewing
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View this post on Instagram I "made out" quite well with this Close Encounter hopped up stout from @pipeworksbrewing. Very hoppy and roasty, an IPA lover's stout. How long until it's acceptable to text it back? ??? #chicago #craftbeer A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Dec 20, 2015 at 5:12pm PST
I "made out" quite well with this Close Encounter hopped up stout from @pipeworksbrewing. Very hoppy and roasty, an IPA lover's stout. How long until it's acceptable to text it back? ??? #chicago #craftbeer
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View this post on Instagram The wait is almost over. Pipeworks CANS hit distribution this Thursday July 16th. Leading things off will be Ninja Vs. Unicorn, their delicious double IPA, with 4 more beers to follow shortly. Congratulations to @pipeworksbrewing on the impressive milestone and new facility. I can't even begin to imagine how much blood, sweat and tears have gone into making this all happen. I'm sure everyone in Chicago was very patient with you as they waited for these cans to arrive ?? #craftbeer #Chicago #Pipeworks #NinjaVsUnicorn #Cansin2022 and special thank you @freddybeer1 for the major assist ? A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jul 12, 2015 at 5:04pm PDT
The wait is almost over. Pipeworks CANS hit distribution this Thursday July 16th. Leading things off will be Ninja Vs. Unicorn, their delicious double IPA, with 4 more beers to follow shortly. Congratulations to @pipeworksbrewing on the impressive milestone and new facility. I can't even begin to imagine how much blood, sweat and tears have gone into making this all happen. I'm sure everyone in Chicago was very patient with you as they waited for these cans to arrive ?? #craftbeer #Chicago #Pipeworks #NinjaVsUnicorn #Cansin2022 and special thank you @freddybeer1 for the major assist ?
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View this post on Instagram Few video game moves were more infuriating than E Honda's hand-slap in Street Fighter 2. Few DIPAs are less infuriating than @pipeworksbrewing's Sorachi Ace Vs. Nelson Sauvin. Maybe the name and label are just in my head, but it really felt like two competing tastes going on here. I wouldn't say that the intense lemon flavor of Sorachi Ace complements the more tropical taste of the Nelson. I'd say the two clash for an epic hop battle. Pipeworks has the creative DIPAs on lockdown. Real solid beer, epic label art as always. What was your least favorite video game move? #craftbeer #Pipeworks #Chicago A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Mar 3, 2015 at 5:51pm PST
Few video game moves were more infuriating than E Honda's hand-slap in Street Fighter 2. Few DIPAs are less infuriating than @pipeworksbrewing's Sorachi Ace Vs. Nelson Sauvin. Maybe the name and label are just in my head, but it really felt like two competing tastes going on here. I wouldn't say that the intense lemon flavor of Sorachi Ace complements the more tropical taste of the Nelson. I'd say the two clash for an epic hop battle. Pipeworks has the creative DIPAs on lockdown. Real solid beer, epic label art as always. What was your least favorite video game move? #craftbeer #Pipeworks #Chicago
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View this post on Instagram Just finished getting the last of my stuff out of my old apartment, enjoying the new view of the Chicago skyline from my new roof. Unfortunately I now live 7 blocks from Pipeworks instead of 3, but I think I'll manage. Capping off the night with A Midsummer Night, an Apricot Pale Ale by @PipeworksBrewing. This is one of those beers that I just knew I was going to love before I ever tried it and it surely did not disappoint. Less orangey that your typical citra blasted pales/IPAs which I'm surely not opposed to, but this was a nice change of pace. These guys are on fire. #craftbeer A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Jul 29, 2014 at 7:31pm PDT
Just finished getting the last of my stuff out of my old apartment, enjoying the new view of the Chicago skyline from my new roof. Unfortunately I now live 7 blocks from Pipeworks instead of 3, but I think I'll manage. Capping off the night with A Midsummer Night, an Apricot Pale Ale by @PipeworksBrewing. This is one of those beers that I just knew I was going to love before I ever tried it and it surely did not disappoint. Less orangey that your typical citra blasted pales/IPAs which I'm surely not opposed to, but this was a nice change of pace. These guys are on fire. #craftbeer
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View this post on Instagram After a long journey in search of the Unicorn that slayed his father, Citra Ninja from @pipeworksbrewing is back! Hazy orange, citra-hopped, smooth as silk DIPA. One of the best Chicago beers that you've never tried. #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks #citraninja A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Dec 20, 2013 at 2:03pm PST
After a long journey in search of the Unicorn that slayed his father, Citra Ninja from @pipeworksbrewing is back! Hazy orange, citra-hopped, smooth as silk DIPA. One of the best Chicago beers that you've never tried. #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks #citraninja
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View this post on Instagram A lot of great matchups on tap for today, but this epic battle already went down. @pipeworksbrewing #NinjaVsUnicorn voted best Double IPA in #Chicago by @chicagomag . Round 1 went to the Ninja... #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks A post shared by Doug Veliky (@beeraficionado) on Sep 8, 2013 at 9:03am PDT
A lot of great matchups on tap for today, but this epic battle already went down. @pipeworksbrewing #NinjaVsUnicorn voted best Double IPA in #Chicago by @chicagomag . Round 1 went to the Ninja... #craftbeer #chicago #pipeworks
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