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ChicagoWay
657
Jul 30, 2017
Just an FYI. Most may be aware of the growler laws in thier state, but there are a very few states that will not allow refilling if not at the original site of purchase. Other states have some other restrictions. The BA has a db on all states. https://www.brewersassociation.org/government-affairs/laws/growler-laws/
And Grolwerwerks made a nifty map of it. https://www.growlerwerks.com/blogs/news/17472728-growler-laws-state-by-state
I know because I live in Illinois and can get turned away. Hasn't happened but I have my usual places to refill.
Cyphre
2709
Jul 30, 2017
ChicagoWayI mean, I would only fill a growler or similar at an actual brewery in the first place. Not sure what retailers out there would even bother.
ChicagoWay
657
Jul 30, 2017
CyphreA retailer can be classified as a bar or taproom. I used to live close to Revolution's second brewery and would also eat at Goose Island's original pub. One of my favorite places to fill my growler was DESTIHL's pub when I lived in Urbana. Now I live in Peoria where the closest taproom has no brewery. Not everyone is similarly situated as you (nor I at one time). https://www.guysdrinkingbeer.com/growler-buyers-pledge/
And that's just illinois other states are worse.
nmuleski
15
Jul 30, 2017
CyphreTons of places in Kentucky fill growlers. Liquor stores, bars, grocery stores...