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Mark McDermott

Writer, trivia maven, fan of many things. I thought to learn all there is to know about beer as a way to stay interested in learning. It is my pleasure to bring Chicago’s craft beer scene to you.

Recent posts

• This Week in Chicago Craft Beer, July 6-9 »

  Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
  Posted Saturday at 10:57 pm

• Chicago Area July 4 Weekend with Craft Beer »

  Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
  Posted Wednesday at 10:48 pm

• Dozens of Area Brewers Collaborate on “Black Is Beautiful” »

  Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
  Posted Monday at 10:34 pm

• The Week in Chicago Craft Beer, June 29-July 2 »

  Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
  Posted June 27, 2020 at 11:49 pm

• Chicago Weekend in Craft Beer, June 26-28 »

  Mark McDermott on The Beeronaut
  Posted June 24, 2020 at 10:45 pm

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• This Week in Chicago Craft Beer, July 6-9

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