CRAFT MEXICAN CERVEZA
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REY GORDOBarrel-Aged
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All Hail the King! Rey Gordo is the icon of consistency. He is timeless. He is classic. This distinguished, larger-than-life barrel-aged stout is aged 12 months and has a smoky, leathery, dense and mysteriously dark persona, that is loved by barrel-aged beer drinkers.
| 12.0% ABV |
| BARREL: Bardstown 11yr bourbon barrel – 12 months |
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REY CUVÉEBlended Barrel-Aged
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Rey Cuvée is the super heavyweight champion of the Luchador lineup. A blend of 2017, 2018 and 2019 vintages of Rey Gordo, coming together to make a stout that is a burly, husky, brawling barrel-aged stout that is bigger than the sum of its parts. Rich with leather, liquorice. tobacco , and dark fruit. This is a stout for the most avid of barrel aged stout connoisseurs.
| 11.5% ABV |
| BARREL: American whisky finished Spanish sherry barrels – 12 months |
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TARZAN BOYBarrel-Aged
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Tarzan boy makes his triumphant return after last year’s knock-out performance. In 2020, he packs even more punch with a swinging force of fresh banana, unrefined Mexican cane sugar, Oaxacan coffee, and Mexican vanilla. A real show stopper.
| 12.5% ABV |
| ADJUNCTS: banana, Oaxacan coffee, piloncillo, vanilla
BARREL: South American rum – 12 months |
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SEÑOR BANDITOBarrel-Aged
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Señor Incognito is on the lam, so Señor Bandito takes the reins over the spicy, rye whiskey crime family. This Luchador gets its fiery heat from aging in rye whisky barrels, while the Morello and black cherry, Mexican cinnamon, and an undisclosed amount of secret spices seal the deal.
| 11.5% ABV |
| ADJUNCTS: cherries, black cherries, Mexican cinnamon, spices
BARREL: Woody Creek rye whisky – 12 months |
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LOCO DINEROBarrel-Aged
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Aged as an imperial blonde in a mixture of barrels for 8 months, this Luchador was blended and finished with a one-two punch of cold brew and a whole bean infusion of natural processed coffee. Loco Dinero 2020 is hyped-up with flavors of dark chocolate, fudge brownies and caramelized pineapple.
| 11.5% ABV |
| ADJUNCTS: Ethiopian “Wush Wush” — a natural processed coffee from Sparrow Coffee
BARREL: South American rum, Woodford Reserve bourbon, and Woody Creek rye whiskey barrel – 8 months |
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COCO FANTASMABarrel-Aged
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After training in a trifecta of barrels for 8 months, Coco Fantasma was blended into an silky smooth, barrel-forward canvas. From there she earned her nickname “Coco” with the standout addition of Mexican cocoa nibs, softly toasted coconut, and slowly roasted almonds – her superstrength is that these ingredients amplify her complex barrel beauty. Coco Fantasma is a hauntingly harmonious combination of wrath and indulgence.
| 11.5% ABV |
| ADJUNCTS: Chocolate, coconut, almond
BARREL: South American rum, Woodford Reserve bourbon, and Woody Creek rye – 8 months |
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EL POPSTARBarrel-Aged
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El Popstar is a barleywine style ale brewed with an incredibly high percentage of Sugar Creek Malt Company malted Carolina Gold rice. It’s been training for 10 months in Pedro Ximenez Spanish Sherry barrels that recently held Breckenridge whiskey for finishing. Despite its larger-than-life 11.5% ABV, it finishes as a light, dry, and slender contender with flavors of sweet raisin and molasses — and an alluring voice of gentle, toasted rice and soft whiskey warmth.
| 11.5% ABV |
| BARREL: American whisky finished sherry – 10 months |
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TIGRE BLANCOBarrel-Aged
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The “White Tiger” Luchador begins as a strong barleywine-style base beer brewed with a hefty punch of Sugar Creek Malt Company malted Carolina Gold rice. Tigre was then aged for 10 months in Italian muscatel barrels and finished with a mix of agave nectar, dried fruit, citrus peel, flowers, roots, and spices that resemble a botanical mix found in white vermouth, plus a little south-of-the-border influence. Tigre Blanco is a bright and light-bodied Luchador — sleek, swift and a reliable contender to enjoy any time of the year.
| 11.0% ABV |
| ADJUNCTS: agave nectar, dried fruit, citrus peel, flowers, roots.
BARREL: Italian Muscatel – 10 months |
MEXICO CALLINGLager Especial |
Some calls are totally worth answering, so kick back and enjoy a Mexican lager brewed with heaps of Vienna malt, subtle hops, and absolutely zero adjuncts. The result is an endlessly refreshing sunny lager with balanced sweetness and light bitterness. Add this to your favorites list.
| 4.7 % ABV |
HOPS: Mittlefruh MALTS: Barke Vienna, Carafoam |
EL TRAINAmerican IPA |
Brewed to connect and inspire. We elevated the classic American IPA with a Chicago backbone. Assertive malt character blends with pointed bitterness and floral, piney, and citrus-forward aroma from Chinook, Mosaic, Citra, and Simcoe hops. All aboard the crosstown line!
| 6.2 % ABV |
Hops: Chinook, Mosaic, Citra, Simcoe MALTS: 2-row, White Wheat, Flaked Oats, Vienna, Carawheat |
PALM SHADETropical Hazy IPA |
Inspired by coastal culture, Palm Shade combines the tropical fruit hop aroma of a modern IPA with the deeply quenching drinkability of a pale ale. Our malt build offers a soft canvas for fruit-forward hops with subtle bitterness and vibrant notes of mandarin orange, mango, and pineapple.
| 6.0 % ABV |
HOPS: Mandarina, Ekuanot, Citra MALTS: Pilsner, Golden Naked Oats, Flaked Oats, Carafoam |
LA FLORIDITASparkling Rosé Ale |
For summer, pink is in season. This effervescent wheat ale has a hazy body with rich, fruit color. Liberally doused with tart hibiscus and passionfruit, this sparkling rosé ale drinks easily and offers supreme refreshment.
| 5.0 % ABV |
MALTS: Extra Pale Pils, Unmalted Wheat, Flaked Oats, Acidulated ADJUNCTS: Hibiscus, Passionfruit puree |
COMBO PLATE 1CASA IPA |
Chinook, Simcoe, Citra Cryo hops offer a little bit of everything in each sip — a fiesta of hoppy grapefruit, dank resin, and eucalyptus flavors with a surprisingly refreshing light body.
| 5.7 % ABV |
HOPS: Chinnok, Simcoe, Citra Cryo MALTS: Pilsner, Flaked Oats, Golden Naked |
COMBO PLATE 2CASA IPA |
The second offering in our rotating hop Combo Plate series. Dry and light-bodied refreshment. A strong push of Vic Secret, Sabro, and Citra Cryo create big coconut, passionfruit, pine, and peach fruit flavors.
| 6.0 % ABV |
HOPS: Sabro, Vic Secret, Citra Cryo MALTS: Pilsner, Flaked Oats, Malted Oats |
THREE KINGSChristmas double ipA |
Inspired by Ponche, Mexico’s holiday fruit punch, this festive delight is cheerfully hopped with Mosaic and Citra Cryo, brewed with a touch of lactose and finished with tamarind, hibiscus, currants, orange, and cinnamon.
| 8.5 % ABV |
HOPS: Citra, Citra Cryo, Mandarina MALTS: 2-Row Vienna, Malted Oats ADJUNCTS: Lactose, tamarind, orange, cinnamon, currants and hibiscus |
COCO FRIOTropical Lager |
Tropical lager with a dose of toasted coconut and fresh pineapple juice. It’s an incredibly quenching, crispy, and effervescent drinking experience. This is cerveza refreshed.
| 5.5 % ABV |
ADJUNCTS: Toasted coconut flakes and pineapple juice |
MARISOLKey Lime White Ale |
This is Marisol. A white ale brewed with a splash of key lime, a dose of sun, and plenty of beach vibes. It’s another way to enjoy summer in Chicago. And like summer, Marisol is only here for a short time.
| 5.0 % ABV |
MALTS: Pilsner, Unmalted Wheat, Flaked Oats ADJUNCTS: Dried Key Lime, Green Corriander |
PASTRY WARVienna Lager |
Classic amber lager originating in Vienna, but brought to Mexico by Austrian immigrants in the mid-1800’s after the first French intervention. The Mexican equivalent of “Festbier” or “Oktoberfest” lagers.
| 5.5 % ABV |
HOPS: Mittlefruh, Hursbruker MALTS: Vienna, Pilsner |
FADE AWAYRed Corn Lager |
Our interpretation of a true indigenous Midwest lager. Brewed with 70% Illinois grown red corn. Truly one of a kind.
| 5.1 % ABV |
HOPS: Saazer MALTS: Malted Red Corn, Pilsner, Wheat |
La GUARDIA RUBIABlonde Bière de Garde |
Inspired the original Cruz Blanca founded by Alsatian immigrant Emil Dercher in Mexico City (1869). A French style country ale brewed with Illinois honey. Mid palate sweetness with a very dry finish.
| 6.4 % ABV |
HOPS: Saazer MALTS: Pilsner, Abbey, Honey |
Keep all lines open and flowing
As expressed by our crossroads logo, Keep all lines open and flowing is a mantra for making and serving good beer — a reflection of our commitment to sharing and exploring possibilities.
Cruz Blanca makes beers that open people up to new flavors, new ideas, and new experiences. From endlessly refreshing Mexican lagers and sunny IPAs that transport us to warmer places, to the less-travelled roads of barrel-aged and wild fermentation ales, there’s always a journey in the beer that keeps us curious about what’s next.
We’re all at the same long table, and there’s always room for one more. Let’s keep all lines open and flowing.
Keep all lines open and flowing is an expression inspired by our crossroads logo; it’s a mantra for making and serving good beer, as well as a reflection of our commitment to sharing and exploring possibilities.
Cruz Blanca makes beers that open people up to new flavors, new ideas, and new experiences. From endlessly refreshing Mexican lagers and sunny IPAs that transport us to warmer places, to the less-travelled roads of barrel-aged and wild fermentation ales, there’s always a journey in the beer that keeps us curious about what’s next.
We’re all at the same long table, and there’s always room for one more. Let’s keep all lines open and flowing.
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