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G&M Distributors

G&M is a wholesale beverage distributor serving western Illinois since 1946.
AUG
12

BELL'S OATSMOBILE

Aromatic. Approachable. Unique. Intriguing. Happy-go-lucky. Full-bodied. And we're not just talking about the horse. This hop-forward session Pale Ale uses a blend of classic and modern Pacific Northwest hops, including Mosaic, Equinox and Glacier, for a pungent blend of peach, mango and tropical aromas. The signature ingredient—oats—are what make ...

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JAN
12

Stroh's Bottles Now Available at G&M

 G&M has recently expanded Stroh's offerings with the addition of 4/6/12 bottles. Try one today!

DEC
18

How to Select the Perfect Beet for Your Holiday Meal

Christmas Day is only a week away. With the craft beer industry continuing to explode, you can bet many more people will be pairing a great beer with Christmas dinner this year. G&M delivers so many fantastic brews to our local retailers, it can be hard to find the perfect one. Here are my suggestions to make the perfect pairing: Before Dinner ...

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OCT
02

Tallgrass Brewing Company Bourbon Barrel Buffalo Sweat

Bourbon Barrel Buffalo Sweat is the second barrel-aged release from Tallgrass Brewing Co. They took their award-winning oatmeal cream stout and aged it in bourbon barrels to create a rich, complex, medium-bodied beer with a chocolate-espresso flavor and aroma, and warm bourbon undertones. Tasting notes: Creamy sweetness of milk sugar; dark-roasted ...

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SEP
16

Breckenridge Vanilla Porter

Deep in the jungles of Papua New Guinea and Madagascar grows the perfect ingredient for an extraordinary Porter brewed in Colorado…Breckenridge Brewery's Vanilla Porter…An ale that has all the chocolate and roasted nut flavor of a classic Porter, with an enigmatic surprise thrown in for good measure. Breckenridge Vanilla Porter continues to be a G&...

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JUL
02

Remember...Make a Plan to Make It Home

 Whether your 4th of July plans call for picnics, parties or a day on the water, when alcohol is involved, do whatever it takes to get home safely. Call a friend, arrange for a cab or designate a driver. As a DD, you'll join the millions of American adults who have been a designated driver or have been driven home by one. Drunk-driving and alc...

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JUN
23

Point Long Days Seasonal Brews Variety Pack Now Available

Lime Lager: Raise your glass in honor of the long fun days of the season with this tasty lager. Handcrafted with a burst of freshly squeezed lime juice this tasty brew is best served with your own slice of lime. Alc./Vol.: 4.2%. Tart Cherry Lager: A savory blend of two row malted barley with a touch of Mt. Hood hops lavished in tart cherry goodness...

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JUN
01

Shiner Prickly Pear is here!

Doubly good in triple digits, Shiner's unique summer seasonal is made with the fruit of the prickly pear, a cactus native to Shiner, Texas. With a tart, citrusy flavor and a crisp finish, it's the best use of cactus yet. ABV: 4.9% Available in G&M's territory in 6-pack bottles. 

MAR
17

Uinta Anniversary Barley Wine Ale

 Release: Year Round Description: Rich and complex, this all malt barley wine exhibits hints of dried fruits, toffee and caramel balanced by an abundance of American hops. Tasting Notes: Full malt taste, pleasant notes of nuts, chocolate, and dried fruit. Generously hoppy, delicately balancing the alcohol content. Finishes strong. Anniversary ...

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DEC
02

Church Street Brewing Ales & Lagers Now Available!

Church Street found its home in Itasca, Illinois in February of 2012. Why Church Street? For several months, they thought the brewery would be located on Church Street. The funny thing about names is they tend to stick! Their ultimate location wound up on Industrial Drive, which just didn't have the same ring to it. The real story of Church Street ...

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SEP
12

Schlafly Pumpkin Ale Now Available

ABV: 8.0% | IBU: 16 Appearance: Copper-colored, brightProcess: Brewed with pumpkin squash and a blend of spicesHops: Marynka (PL)Grains : Pale, Crystal, Munich, Wheat, ChocolateYeast: American Ale This Pumpkin Ale blends the spices of the harvest with full-bodied sweetness for a beer that tastes like pumpkin pie. Pounds of pumpkin form a malty foun...

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MAY
13

Celebrate Craft Beer Week May 12-18, 2014

G&M Distributors salutes American Craft Beer Week, May 12-18, 2014, a national celebration highlighting the culture and contributions of craft beer and craft breweries across the United States. According to 2013 data released by the Brewers Association (BA), craft brewers experienced an 18 percent growth in volume and represent 7.8 percent of t...

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MAY
01

Point IPA Variety Pack

New at G&M, the Point IPA Variety Pack is a unique collection featuring three bottles each of four innovative IPAs — handcrafted exclusively for this twelve pack. Enjoy the crisp flavor of Sorachi Ace Hops in Point White IPA, the flavor burst of Point Peach Mango IPA, the bold aroma of Colorado blue spruce tips and Cascade hops in Point Spruce ...

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APR
17

Labatt Blue Royale Light Now Available!

Some nights you go big; some nights you go Royale. Introducing Labatt Blue Royale – Inspired by the pure Canadian North, Labatt Blue Royale is an ultra-smooth, premium, light Canadian-style lager with 6.1% ABV. Labatt Blue Royale Light just arrived at the G&M warehouse. Industry research confirms that growth is being led by the premium beer seg...

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APR
01

Bridgeport Trilogy Series

In celebration of their 30th year, Bridgeport Brewing Company is releasing their "Bridgeport Trilogy Series." The series consists of three special release beers. The first two will honor pivotal moments in Oregon craft brewing history, while the third explores what's to come in the future. The first of the three, Trilogy 1, a crystal dry-hopped pal...

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JAN
10

Tallgrass Vanilla Bean Buffalo Sweat

To create Vanilla Bean Buffalo Sweat we start with our best selling beer, Buffalo Sweat. We carefully infuse this award-winning oatmeal cream stout with whole Ugandan vanilla beans. This enhances the beer's natural dark-roasted flavors of espresso, chocolate, and creamy sweetness. "Liquid chocolate chip espresso cookies" is how one fan described it...

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JAN
02

NEW! Lagunitas Daytime IPA

Sometimes you want a beer. Then you realize how much you need to do before you call it a day. This is it….nicely dosed with big, round hop flavors, from the latest yet-to-be named hop varieties, and a toasty malt foundation to satisfy your every need. But, it still lets you stay in the game to do what needs to be done. Try one today! ABV: 4.65% Sol...

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NOV
19

NEW Uinta Bristlecone Brown Ale

Release: September-November Description: Malty in character, this brown ale has a smooth body and a clean, well-rounded finish. Tasting Notes: Bristlecone Brown is malt-accented, but with a firm, nutty dryness and gentle fruitiness that is reminiscent of the classic English nut brown style. Bristlecone Brown Ale pairs well with duck, roast pork, gr...

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SEP
30

December 5, 2013 Marks 80th Anniversary of the End of National Prohibition

December 5, 2013 will mark the 80th anniversary of the end of National Prohibition in 1933. Prohibition was a 14 year experiment gone bad (it began in 1919), and many bad things came out of it. It was a time characterized by speakeasies (illegal bars and nightclubs), glamour, gangsters, and a period of time in which even the average law abiding cit...

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SEP
09

Schlafly Special Release Pumpkin Ale

The fall beer season is upon us. We are finishing up our summer session beers and moving into the Oktoberfest, Pumpkin, and Fall Brews that the different breweries make. Among the multitude of different fall seasonal beers that the LWC Division has to offer is Schlafly Special Release Pumpkin Ale. This is by far the best selling fall seasonal that ...

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