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★ 4.7 (571 reviews)
2050 W Balmoral Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, USAhalfacrebeer.comHalf Acre Beer is a pioneering Chicago brewery that has grown from humble beginnings to a regional powerhouse without losing its soulful edge. Founded in 2007, the brewery began with used equipment and a passion for innovation. Known for its iconic Daisy Cutter Pale Ale, Half Acre has built a reputation for creativity and integrity. The Balmoral Avenue taproom and beer garden offer a vibrant gathering space where locals and visitors alike can savor a diverse range of beers, from bright hazy IPAs to bold barrel-aged stouts, all while enjoying live music and seasonal events.
Hazy Double IPA 8% ABV. Krushed By Time is a triple dry-hopped hazy built to lean straight into candied tropical fruit and citrus. Krush and Citra amplify that character with bright mango, sweet orange, and soft tropical push across a full, smooth finish.
Half Acre’s Holiday Market returns on Saturday, December 13 from 12 - 6pm, and they’re looking to round out the lineup with local artists, designers, and makers. It’s an easy afternoon of shopping, gift hunting, and a beer or two in the taproom.
Far Star and Ridge Tree on hot poke service, sending caramelized lagers and malty warmth into the dark. Settle in for tarot readings from Babs, a slowed-down taproom, and a sky worth looking up at as the solstice sets in.
Reviews for Half Acre Beer Co highlight a welcoming atmosphere, with patrons praising staff interactions and food quality. A large patio area is also noted, along with a varied beer selection featuring both popular brews and seasonal offerings like ciders and gluten-free options.
| Beer | ABV | IBU |
|---|---|---|
| Space | 6.6% | -- |
| Tuna | 4.7% | -- |
| Beer Hates Astronauts | 7.8% | -- |
| Galactic Double Daisy Cutter | 8.0% | -- |
| Now & Then | 7.1% | -- |
| Double Daisy Cutter | 8.2% | -- |
| Fully Saturated Double Daisy Cutter | 8.0% | -- |
| WayBird | 6.5% | -- |
| Vallejo | 6.7% | 68 |
| Navaja | 10.0% | 100 |
| Benthic | 14.0% | -- |
| Burl | 8.5% | -- |
| Dungeons | 7.0% | -- |
| Lager Town | 5.8% | -- |
| Akari Shogun | 4.8% | -- |
| Bodem | 6.7% | -- |
| Daisy Cutter Pale Ale | 5.2% | 60 |
| Orin | 12.3% | -- |
| Deep Space | 10.0% | -- |
| Tome | 5.5% | -- |
| Pony | 5.5% | -- |
| Double Daisy Cutter Capra | 8.0% | -- |
| Chocolate Camaro | 6.0% | -- |
| GoneAway | 7.1% | 60 |
| Lead Feather | 6.0% | -- |
Half Acre Beer Co offers delivery and serves beer on-site. Customers can pay with debit cards or use NFC payments. The brewery is wheelchair accessible, with parking and entrance facilities available for patrons with disabilities.
| Day | Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | closed |
| Tuesday | closed |
| Wednesday | 3:00–9:00pm |
| Thursday | 3:00–9:00pm |
| Friday | 11:00am–10:00pm |
| Saturday | 11:00am–10:00pm |
| Sunday | 11:00am–7:00pm |
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