Quincy Illinois Brewing History featuring Bret Austin

Place Or Time
Written By Travis Hoffman
Montage of Early Quincy Illinois Brewers and Tavern Keepers

A German Catholic town would almost seem incomplete without a brewery and for Quincy, Illinois one wasn't enough! Find out about the fascinating history of breweries in town with special guest Bret Austin, current owner of the Dick Brothers Brewery.

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