I visited Off Color Brewing‘s taproom The Mousetrap in Chicago’s Lincoln Park! A powerhouse Chicago brewery known for its unique beer styles!
📅 Based on a visit in 1/2026, published 1/2026
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Off Color Brewing’s The Mousetrap — just hearing it’s a cat-and-mouse themed taproom makes it sound fun! Chicago’sIs/Was and Hop Butcher are all must-visit breweries.
The Mousetrap is a uniquely themed taproom centered around cats and mice. Always stocking a distinctive beer lineup, it offers unique styles you won’t find at major breweries. A brewery that embodies the diversity of Chicago’s craft beer scene.
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Cats…? A little nervous… But the beer smells amazing!
🍺 Beer Experience: Saison
A unique interpretation of the Belgian farmhouse Saison style. Spicy and dry on the palate, with well-balanced fruity yeast esters. While often thought of as a summer beer, Off Color’s Saison is so good you’ll want to drink it year-round.
🍺 味わいプロファイル
Flavor Element
Intensity (1-5)
Characteristics
🌿 Bitterness
3/5
Well-balanced bitterness
🍯 Sweetness
2/5
Dry and crisp
🍋 Acidity
3/5
Refreshing acidity
💪 Body
2/5
Light body
👃 Aroma
4/5
Rich and complex aroma
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I got to enjoy the delicate flavors of their Saison! With unique styles you won’t find at major breweries, choosing from the menu was a delight.
💬 Our Team’s Impressions
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Saison originally refers to beer Belgian farmers provided to seasonal workers (Saison workers)! Characterized by a dry finish and spiciness, it was perfect after farm work. Modern Saisons have evolved into diverse styles!
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Off Color’s Saison is easy to drink yet reveals complex flavors afterward. The Mousetrap’s atmosphere is also unique — a place where you really feel Chicago’s craft beer diversity.
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