Our St. Charles Beer Garden is Here.

First off, thank you all for your continued support over the past few months. You never cease to amaze us and we can't wait to raise a pint with you.

Now for the big news: 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 in St. Charles next to our taproom starting tomorrow, 5/29, at noon. It will be pretty bare bones for now, but we'll continue to add to it as we're able to.

That said, there are a lot of details to be aware of, so if you plan to join us outside, please read this post to its entirety.

Please note that our 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐫-𝐭𝐨-𝐠𝐨 𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐛𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐔𝐄 through our online store (𝐛𝐢𝐭.𝐥𝐲/𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬). If you'd rather take beer home to consume it, this is your best option.

𝑹𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒔 𝑩𝒆𝒆𝒓 𝑮𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒆𝒏 𝑹𝒖𝒍𝒆𝒔:

- 𝐍𝐨 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟏 𝐨𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐝, 𝐧𝐨 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬.

- 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝟏𝟐𝐩𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝟖:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦, 𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐬 - 𝐒𝐮𝐧. 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝟖𝐩𝐦.

- 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐞. Do NOT enter the taproom main entrance.

- 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞, 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐝. Limit 6 guests per table, do not move or combine tables or bring your own chairs. No reservations or saving tables for friends.

- 𝐈𝐟 𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥, 𝐰𝐞 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐮𝐠𝐠𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐫𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐝𝐚𝐲. Those who choose to wait must remain outside of the beer garden and abide by social distancing guidelines.

- 𝐁𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐛𝐞 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠. If bad weather is forecast or on its way, we may decide to remain closed or close early.

- 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐠𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝟏𝟎𝟎% 𝐬𝐦𝐨𝐤𝐞/𝐯𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞. Smoking is allowed on the north side of the front sidewalk near the cigarette butt receptacle.

- 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝟗𝟎 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 to allow more people to enjoy the beer garden. When you're finished drinking, you may be asked to move along.

- 𝐍𝐨 𝐟𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐬𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞. We will be serving 10oz or 16oz pours in recyclable cups or cans only.

- Credit card, touch-less payments only, no cash.

- 𝐍𝐨 𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝/𝐛𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬. You MAY bring your own water bottles, but only filled with H₂O.

- 𝐍𝐎𝐓𝐄: 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐭𝐨-𝐠𝐨 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐍𝐎𝐓 𝐛𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐚.

- 𝐃𝐨 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐠𝐨 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐫. All orders will be taken at your table.

- 𝐓𝐚𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲 𝐨𝐧𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐬. Masks must be worn when not seated, especially inside the taproom.

- 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 of at least 6 feet from other parties

- 𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮'𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚 𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞. Tables will be disinfected between use.

We understand these rules aren't ideal for everyone, and we can't wait to get things back to a more normal state. Until then, we ask you to respect our business decisions and liquor license as we make do with what we have.

Anyone who chooses to not abide by these rules will be asked to leave the property immediately. 𝐀𝐥𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫...𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐮𝐝𝐞 𝐀𝐛𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬.

When things change, we'll let you know. Until then, cheers, friends.

St. Charles Craft Beer Curbside Pick-up

Wondering how to order and pick-up Riverlands Brewing craft beer during the COVID-19 shutdown? We’ve made it as easy and safe as possible for you.

1) Order Beer, Merch, and More Online (no walk-ins at this time)

Head to our online store (bit.ly/riverlands) and check out our currently offerings. We have 32oz crowlers, 16oz can four packs, snacks, merch, and more available. Online tipping is strongly encouraged to assist our staff, some of whom rely solely on their work here at our St. Charles brewery.

2) Select a Pick-Up Date/Time

During checkout, you can select a date and time to pick-up your order. We ask for an hour to prep your order. If you receive an email stating your order is ready, you’re welcome to pick it up before or after your scheduled time during pick-up hours (12-8pm).

3) Arrive at our St. Charles Brewery for Pick-Up

Drive over to our brewery in St. Charles, Illinois, park, pop open your truck, and give us a call at 630-549-6293. We’ll check your ID to make sure it matches the purchaser name (no proxies, please) and place your order in your vehicle, touch-free and socially distanced.

Thank you for supporting our St. Charles brewery and small businesses. Words can’t explain how grateful we are that we’re able to stay afloat during this time.

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for updates on our new can and crowler releases.

An Update About the State of Our Brewery

A quick update about how things are going at our brewery in St. Charles:

- Online pre-sales (bit.ly/riverlands) and curbside pick-up have been a lifesaver for us, but they would mean nothing without your support. Thank you for continuing to provide us with both the revenue to stay open during this time AND giving us work to do. It’s work that we already loved, even though we miss seeing people gathered in our taproom.

- So far, we have been able to keep our entire staff employed, full-timers and part-timers alike, due to your overwhelming support. We’ve had to make adjustments: shorter shifts for some, longer days for others, and basically converting our taproom and bar staff into a crowler-canning factory. As long as we are able to give everyone hours...we will.

- “Are you still brewing?”
Yes, yes we are. As long as it’s safe for us to work and we aren’t forced to stop, we will keep making beer.

- “What else can we do to help?”

Keep supporting small businesses, whether ours or others, as much as you can.
Help support our staff, some of whom have reduced hours at their other jobs, by tipping on your order at checkout OR using the Virtual Tip item in the online store.

Store Link: bit.ly/riverlands

Thank you again for the humbling amount of support you’ve given us these past few weeks. We look forward to serving you far into the future.

Online Store for Pre-Orders and Curb-side Pick-Up

Welcome to Riverlands: Year Two.

Today, we're launching our online pre-sale portal (link below) for to-go sales of crowlers, 4-packs, bottles, and merch.

https://riverlandsbrewing.square.site/

Call in orders will also be accepted. Please see list below for availability before calling. Orders will be ready for pick up one hour after completion, or you can select a pickup time at checkout.

(630) 549-6293

Pickup hours are 12pm - 8pm. We will adjust accordingly as we see how this unfolds.

Walk-Ins will be welcome for to-go only (no on-site consumption or hanging out is permitted), but walk-ins will be limited to three crowlers to keep the taproom under the 10 person recommendation. We HIGHLY recommend ordering online or calling in instead.

We're new to this online store/pre-order thing, so please be patient with us.

NOTES:
- MUST BE 21-AND-OVER
- MUST PRESENT A VALID ID TO COMPLETE PURCHASE AT PICKUP
- NAME ON ID MUST MATCH NAME ON PAYMENT METHOD
- LIMITS: please limit purchases to six crowlers and six 4-packs (one case) to avoid overwhelming staff and limiting supply for others.
- If you are feeling ill or are susceptible to illness, please stay home.
- Pickup Hours are 12pm - 8pm.
- Orders will be ready 1 hour after order completion. You may also select a time frame for your pickup during the checkout process.
- Arrive at the front of Unit A (you'll see our big Riverlands sign on our building).
- You may enter the taproom to retrieve your order, or call ahead for curb-side service (630) 549-6293.
- Please consider leaving a virtual tip for our staff, many of whom are struggling during this time.

32oz CROWLERS:
Wolfssegen Dunkel
Arthur B's Pub Ale - English Dark Mild
Premium Lager - Helles
Acid Rainbow: Beermosa
Hanra's Marionette - Irish Red
Shaky Shaky: Strawberry Milkshake IPA
Box of Chocolates: Raspberry Cream Imp. Stout
Creation Deviation IPA
Anniversary IPA

4-PACKS of 16oz CANS:
Acid Prism: Blackout
Duels & Duets Imp. Milk Stout
Prouder Fox NE DIPA

22oz BOTTLES:
A Wicked Googly - Barleywine

https://riverlandsbrewing.square.site/

UPDATE REGARDING THE CORONA VIRUS

Hi Folks,

As you know, all bars and restaurants have been ordered to shut down until at least March 30. All of our events until then, food trucks, trivia, live music, etc are therefore cancelled and we will not be open to the public for in-house consumption.

We are making arrangements to keep employees working and making sure we can keep the lights on and beer brewing during these trying time. Over the last few days, many of you have asked how someone can help Riverlands, and the answer is easy - buy some of our beer!

The good news is that we have been given permission to continue beer sales for To-Go orders only.

So how does this work? It’s easy…

1. Click on this link here

2. Click ‘Order Now’

3. Select your items

4. Pay

5. And then swing by the taproom in about an hour of your confirmation order (please be mindful of our limited hours Noon-8PM Wednesday - Sunday, Closed Monday & Tuesday)

Taproom too far away? Be sure to checkout our distribution webpage to see where we typically distribute our beer and CALL AHEAD to see what’s available on the shelves.

Thank you and keep supporting small business!
Brew Crew

Update on our Year One Anniversary Party

Folks, we have a lot to say, so grab a beer and please read the following announcement if you plan to attend our Year One Anniversary on Saturday, March 14.

As we mentioned yesterday, we at Riverlands have been monitoring the coronavirus situation closely over the past few days and weighing options for our one year anniversary party tomorrow, March 14th. We’ve reviewed all of our cleaning and sanitation procedures and re-doubled our efforts to provide a safe and clean environment.

We’ve decided at this time that the party on Saturday, 3/14, will go on as planned.

Here are the details you need to know. If you have further questions, please email us directly at info@riverlandsbrewing.com

BOTTLE RELEASE

• Our anniversary beer, Riverlands I, a Weller bourbon barrel-aged imperial stout, will be sold out of the BACK of the brewery starting at 12pm. If you do NOT want to attend the party, you are 100% able to purchase your bottles without setting foot inside the brewery.

• Bottles are $25 each, limit TWO per person. We will also have bundles available of two bottles, two anniversary glasses, and a Riverlands tote for $65. These glasses are extremely limited and only available in the bundles.

• Once you’ve purchased bottles, you may enter the taproom from the FRONT ENTRANCE per usual. This will allow us to maintain an accurate occupancy count.

• PLEASE NOTE: To help prevent the spread of germs, give each other extra space in line and remember that NO BOTTLE SHARING IS PERMITTED.

ANNIVERSARY PARTY

• This is strictly a 21-AND-OVER EVENT. No one under 21 will be admitted.

• Doors to the taproom open at noon. That DOES NOT mean you MUST be here at noon. The party will be going on all day and evening. There is plenty of beer to go around and always more coming down the pipeline. Let’s spread the love a bit.

• We have a heated tent set up outside to allow for more space, and beer will be pouring there as well. Enter through the taproom first, then proceed to the tent through our side door. Outside, you can add to a tab you’ve already opened at the bar inside or pay as you go.

• We will be operating very strictly UNDER our total occupancy to allow for more space for guests.

• Chuck’s Wood-Fired Pizza will be serving from 12-8pm. PLEASE, NO OUTSIDE FOOD DURING THIS EVENT. Support our vendor and friend.

• Make It a Double, a local modern bluegrass duo, will be performing from 1-4pm.

• Matt Keen, a local solo artist, will be performing from 6-9pm.

STEPS WE’RE TAKING

• As always, we’ll be taking sanitation VERY seriously during this event. Even so, we’re stepping up our cleaning even more, with multiple bathroom, table, chair, touchscreen, menu, and other high-touch area wipe-downs per shift.

• The health of our employees is being monitored closely and anyone exhibiting any symptoms will be staying home.

• You’ll notice our staff washing their hands continuously throughout their shifts and cleaning surfaces constantly. Please be patient with them if it takes a little longer to get a beer for you.

• Glassware will be washed, rinsed, and sanitized in Ecolab sanitizing products as always. A fresh, clean glass will be used for every single pour.

• There will be no menus on tables. Please refer to our menu board, menus at the bar (which will be sanitized between customers), our website, or on the Untappd app.

• We are removing all board/card games/shuffleboard pucks and no lawn games will be outside.

• We will be keeping the gathering well under the current recommendation of 250 people giving by authorities. Please be understanding if you are not allowed to enter upon arriving.

WHAT YOU CAN DO TO HELP

• PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND if you are exhibiting signs of fever, cough, fatigue, or if you fall into one or more of the CDC's high risk groups. (https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/)

• Maintain a WIDER PERSONAL SPACE than normal while in line and in the taproom.

• DO NOT SHARE BEVERAGES with others, inside or outside of the taproom.

• REPLACE handshakes, hugs, and high-fives with nods, smiles, and kind words.

• BRING YOUR EMPTY GLASSWARE to the bar and DISPOSE OF YOUR GARBAGE in one of our many receptacles to limit the number of touches throughout the day.

• DRINK RESPONSIBLY AND MAKE PLANS for your safe return home after the event.

We’re incredibly grateful for the past year we’ve been able to share with you all, and we want to celebrate accordingly. Let’s all do our part to do so in a safe and healthy way.

Year One: Details on our Upcoming Anniversary Party

Riverlands is Turning One…Come Celebrate With Us

Year one is in the books, and what a year it’s been. We sincerely hope you’ve been enjoying the ride as much as we have. Now…it’s time to show our gratitude and celebrate. Join us Saturday, March 14, for our Year One Anniversary Party.

Here’s what going down:

BOTTLE RELEASE

Riverlands I - Our Barrel-Aged Anniversary Imperial Stout

At noon, we will be releasing bottles of Riverlands I, our anniversary imperial stout aged in Weller barrels for 12 months. No adjuncts. Just a pure, rich, delicious 14% stout with plenty of barrel character.

Bottles will be sold individually for $25 or in bundles of two with two of our new anniversary glasses and a Riverlands bottle tote for $65. Limit two bottles or one bundle per person.

Bottles will go on sale at NOON, March 14, out of the back of our brewery, much like we did for Black Friday. If the line looks like it will exceed the bottles available, we’ll take count and hand out tickets to those who will be able to get a full allocation (two bottles). Cash or credit accepted. You must be present to purchase: absolutely no save-sies or dibs, no matter who you know. Bring your ID.

TAPROOM PARTY

Meanwhile, our taproom will be open normal business hours, 12pm - 10pm. We’ll have a taplist full of beers, including:

• Riverlands I Anniversary Stout,

• A brand new Anniversary Double IPA with Citra, Galaxy, and El Dorado hops

• Acid Prism: Blackout

• Acid Rainbow: Beermosa

• Prouder Fox NE DIPA

• and much, much more.

Yes…it will be a busy day. Keep in mind our occupancy is 100 people inside the taproom, so there may be a wait to get in at times. To help, we will have a tent set up on the south edge of the building for overflow which will give us some additional occupancy. Entrance will be through the front door only.

If you’re not worried about the bottle release and just want to come party with us, we highly suggest coming a little later in the day. We’ll have plenty of the anniversary beers on tap to last through the day.

FOOD

Chuck’s Wood-Fired Pizza will be serving their killer ‘za from noon to 8pm, with up to three ovens going to help keep you fed. We’ll also have our taproom snacks available, including Gnarly Knots Pretzel Chips and Mama Lee’s Popcorn.

ENTERTAINMENT

Make It A Double will be playing in our taproom from 1-4pm, bringing their modern bluegrass and folks tunes along to help get us all in the party mood.

Matt Keen will play for the first time at our taproom from 6-9pm. Matt is well known in the area for his gritty, soulful acoustic performances.

PARKING

Our commercial lot is all communal, so you may park anywhere with DESIGNATED PARKING LINES in our sub-division. That said, please be respectful. Do NOT park on grass, along roads, or blocking loading docks/entrances/etc.

We HIGHLY recommend carpooling, taking a cab or Uber, or walking/biking if you’re local (weather pending).

NOTE: While we’re a family-friendly taproom, we HIGHLY SUGGEST leaving the kids home for this one. It’s going to be busy, with many adult bodies moving about, and limited seating. Grab a sitter and enjoy a day off.

Podcasts Featuring Our St. Charles Brewery

Breweries and Business with Bob Podcast

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Average Joe’s Above Average Beer Podcast

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The Brit and Yankee Craft Beer Podcast

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