Sketchbook Brewing Co

What's happening at Sketchbook Brewing Co? Upcoming Brewery Events

Traditional Irish Session

The Traditional Irish Session is scheduled for Tuesday, July 14 at 7:30pm, presenting live Irish music performances.

July 14, 2026musiccraft beer

Tacos 606

Tacos 606 will operate from 4:00 to 9:00pm on Tuesday, July 14 in Skokie.

July 14, 2026foodcraft beer

Tacos Las Manitas

Tacos Las Manitas will be available from 4:00 to 9:00pm on Wednesday, July 15 in Skokie.

July 15, 2026foodcraft beer

Nisei Freedomish Party

The Nisei Freedomish Party takes place on Thursday, July 16, featuring Jay Westbrook from 5:30 to 7:30pm discussing beer and pouring Freedomish while offering attendees a free pint.

July 16, 2026othercraft beer

Freedomish Celebration At Nisei Lounge

On July 16, the Nisei Lounge in Wrigleyville will host a Freedomish beer event where brewers share the story behind the brew.

July 16, 2026culturecraft beer

Freedomish Celebration At Nisei Lounge

The Freedomish ale will be celebrated at Nisei Lounge in Wrigleyville on Thursday, 2026-07-16, offering another chance to meet the brewers and taste the new brew.

July 16, 2026festivalcraft beer

Horner Park Brewfest

On Friday, July 17, guests can enjoy a four-hour craft beer tasting, food trucks, and live music under the trees in Horner Park.

July 17, 2026festivalcraft beer

Big Stu’s BBQ

The family‑friendly Big Stu’s BBQ takes place on Saturday, July 25, offering barbecue from Smoque and a special appearance by Rainbow Cone while supporting Project Purple.

July 25, 2026festivalcraft beer

Open Mic Night

Open Mic Nights are scheduled for Monday, July 27, offering the same format as the July 13 event.

July 27, 2026musiccraft beer

Sketchbook Brewing Co Reviews What people like about this brewery

Sketchbook Brewing Co is praised for its diverse beer selection, cozy taproom, and spacious patio area, making it a community favorite in North Chicago. The brewery's warm atmosphere, live music, and kid-friendly amenities add to its charm.

Craft Beer Menu
Beer	ABV	IBU
No Parking - Citra Pale Ale Pale AleAmerican	4.4%	54
Oktoberfest Märzen	5.4%	24
Insufficient Clearance IPANew England / Hazy	5.0%	65
Lapwing Strong Scotch Ale Scotch Ale / Wee Heavy	6.7%	28
Honeybird Pale Ale Pale AleAmerican	5.7%	20
Brunswick Mum Schwarzbier	5.5%	30
Night Game IPAImperial / Double	8.8%	88
Amistosa LagerMexican	5.3%	25
Turbulence StoutRussian Imperial	11.0%	54
Pinky Sweater Pilsner	5.5%	30
Hop Thirsty Void (Lotus, Simcoe And Mosaic) IPAImperial / Double New England / Hazy	7.8%	72
Coastal IPAAmerican	6.5%	--
Thestral Black Saison Farmhouse Ale	10.0%	28
Grodziskie Grodziskie / Grätzer	4.1%	22
Bud's Corvus StoutIrish Dry	4.7%	47
Ripe Now Farmstead Porter w/ Cranberries PorterAmerican	6.6%	25
Common Culture Oatmeal Stout StoutOatmeal	5.5%	40
Back Alley Abbey Belgian Dubbel	7.6%	21
Double Coastal IPAImperial / Double	8.5%	80
Tripel G Belgian Tripel	10.0%	35
Orange Door IPAAmerican	7.2%	76
Beer For the Soul Pale AleBelgian	5.5%	--
Snowy Owl Red AleAmerican Amber / Red	5.6%	41
Et Tu Farmhouse AleSaison	5.9%	33
Cumulus Wheat BeerHefeweizen	5.5%	15

Brewery Services + Perks About Sketchbook Brewing Co

Sketchbook Brewing Co offers amenities such as serves beer and accepts credit cards. Wheelchair accessibility includes parking, entrance, restroom, and seating areas.