Episode 489 - Chicago Italian Pilsners

Another somewhat recent trend in the world of local lagers is the Italian Pilsner, a style with only about a 30-year history that adds a bit more noble dry-hop character to something close to the Czech-style pilsner. It's all winners on this show, except for the hosts who have to do rankings without the assistance of a large sandwich. Also, we welcome in Hot Grimace Summer, Craig's empty hand is ever-reaching for an IPL, and Ryan's got that soon-to-be-viral oyster cracker hack.  Beers Reviewed Mikerphone Brewing - Hey Mambo, Mambo Italiano! Riverlands Brewing Company - Picchi Pils Pipeworks Brewing Company (& J.P. Graziano) - Alla Salute Art History Brewing - Bella Strada Half Acre Beer Co. - italian Pilsner