Name: Off Color Book Club
Start: 2026-10-20
Location: Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap

Off Color Brewing’s taproom, The Mousetrap, sits at 1460 N. Kingsbury in Chicago’s lively Lincoln Park (who’ve been swapping recipes since university). It isn’t a quiet back‑alley hideaway; it’s a buzzing laboratory where the usual rules of brewing are politely told to step aside. Sixteen of Off Color’s own drafts flow from the bar, ranging from the cheeky “Beers for…” series to sour concoctions that keep a whisper of grain on the palate long after the last sip. If draft isn’t enough, the shelves are stocked with cans, bottles, ciders, wines and even a handful of cocktails, ensuring there’s something for the palate that isn’t obsessed with hops alone.

The interior embraces industrial‑chic without pretension, while a dog‑friendly patio invites four‑legged companions to share the experience. A towering, vintage water tower looms over the entrance, a tongue‑in‑cheek marker that says “we’re serious about fun.” Regular pop‑up events keep the scene fresh, and the riverfront view adds a calming backdrop to what could otherwise be a relentless flood of flavor. In short, Off Color delivers award‑winning creativity in a setting that feels both comfortable and a little bit daring.

Recent Beer Releases

pH1

2026-07-24

American Wild Ale

Mice en Place: Ah-Choo!!

2026-07-10

Honey Saison

Peach Miscellanea

2026-07-10

Foeder Aged Wild Ale

Mice en Place: Biere de Cactus

2026-07-10

Mezcal Barrel Aged Biere de Cactus (Honey Saison)

Port Barrel Aged Growl

2026-07-10

Port Barrel Aged Belgian Quadruple

Upcoming events in Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap

Off Color Book Club

An Off Color Book Club gathering at Mousetrap on October 20th where participants discuss "I Who Have Never Known Men" by Jacqueline Harpman, with a pairing beer "Beer for Dealing with Relocation", a Belgian wit. Event starts at 7:00 PM.

October 20, 2026clubcraft beer

Why we love this brewery

What visitors love

Off Color Brewing Taproom The Mousetrap offers an exceptional selection of innovative beers, including the popular "Beers for..." series. The taproom provides a welcoming atmosphere with a low-key vibe and complementary amenities like a pop-up pizza place and to-go bottle shop.