Press Release:
(Chicago, IL) – Baderbräu Brewing Company, brewer of Baderbräu Chicago Pilsener, is pleased to announce today the expansion of distribution with Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. throughout seven Chicagoland counties.
Effective immediately, Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. will distribute Baderbräu varietal’s including: Chicago Pilsener, Lawnmower Lager, Naked Selfie, and Red Velvet throughout Cook, Dekalb, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake and McHenry counties.
“We couldn’t be more excited to have Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. as our partner. Louis Glunz has a hundred year history of growing brands, and we look forward to growing our brand with them into the suburbs, in this the year we build and open our new brewery,” says Baderbräu Brewing Company Founder, Rob Sama.
“We are honored that Baderbräu has entrusted us to further its reach to even more beer fans throughout the Chicagoland area,” says Jerry Glunz, general manager of Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. “Baderbräu is an exceptional brand with a devoted following, and this expansion is an opportunity for even more people to experience these uniquely Chicago brews.”
About Baderbräu Brewing Company
Revitalized in 2012, Baderbräu Brewing Company is known for its Chicago Pilsener, as well as seasonal varietals like Lawnmower Lager, Naked Selfie, Oktoberfest, and Red Velvet. Founded by longtime home brewer Rob Sama, Baderbräu Brewing Company continues to evolve and expand its name in the Chicagoland area. Baderbräu Brewing Company’s headquarters is a 25,000 square-foot brewery located in Chicago’s South Loop neighborhood that will open in Summer 2015. Recent and notable awards include: Chicagoist’s “Beer of the Week” for Naked Selfie and Lawnmower Lager, as well as the winner for “People’s Choice Award” at Lisle Ale Fest. For more information please visit www.baderbrau.com.
About Louis Glunz Beer, Inc.
Founded in 1888 by Louis Glunz I in Chicago, Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. (7100 N. Capitol Drive, Lincolnwood, IL 60712; 847.676.9500) is among the oldest beer distributors in the United States, proudly offering Chicagoland the most comprehensive selection of craft, specialty, and import beers representing more than 190 breweries around the globe. The 127-year-old company continually receives recognition for its innovative, family-owned business, including Beverage Industry’s 2013 Wholesaler of the Year, the National Beer Wholesalers Association 2013 Public Affairs Award, a 2013 Loyola Illinois Family Business of the Year Award, and 2012 Distributor of the Year by Beverage World. Heading the company is President Jack Glunz, the grandson of the founder, with day-to-day operations led by five of his seven children as members of the fourth generation and with members of the fifth generation also on staff. Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. is dedicated to quality service and beer education. For product descriptions, food pairings, and a list of local retailers through a “Find it near me” ZIP code search, visit www.glunzbeers.com. Find Louis Glunz Beer, Inc. on Facebook.