The 2024 winner of Best Craft Beer Store in the Rockford area is raising the bar with its unbeatable selection, expert recommendations, and dedication to local brews.
Below are the top three Craft Beer Stores in Rockford, as voted by readers in the 2024 What Rocks Community’s Choice Awards.
Winner: Binny’s Beverage Depot
Binny’s Beverage Depot has claimed the title of Best Craft Beer Store in the Rockford area for 2024, and for good reason. With its expansive selection of local, national, and international craft beers, Binny’s has become the go-to destination for beer lovers looking to discover new favorites or stock up on hard-to-find drinks.
The store also hosts tastings and special events throughout the year, allowing customers to sample new releases and meet representatives from breweries across the Midwest. With consistent quality, wide selection, and a customer-first attitude, Binny’s Beverage Depot continues to set the standard for craft beer retail in the Rockford region.
Location: 6363 E. State St., RockfordPhone: 815 450-2100For more: binnys.com
Finalist: Pig Minds Brewing Co.
Location: 4080 Steele Dr., Machesney ParkPhone: 779 423-2147For more: pigmindsbrewing.com
Finalist: Prairie Street Brewing Company
Location: 200 Prairie St., RockfordPhone: 815 277-9427For more: psbrewingco.com
The What Rocks Community’s Choice Awards each year recognize the top businesses and organizations across the Rockford area.
Readers of the Rockford Register Star cast their votes at rrstar.com in more than 140 categories, honoring their favorite local spots.
Nominations opened this year on June 2. Voting ends Aug. 25. Winners will be announced at an awards gala on Nov. 6 and shared with readers online at rrstar.com and in a special section recognizing winners and finalists in print.
Jack Ivanic is a freelance contributor to the Rockford Register Star.
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