Blume & Ferris Public House

Brewpub in Downers Grove, Illinois, United States 🇺🇸
Associated Venue: Blume & Ferris Public House

Established in 2026

Contact
2201 Curtiss St., Unit B, Downers Grove, IL, 60515, United States
Description
Opening to the public in late January 2026, Blume & Ferris Public House is a brewery and Irish pub themed taproom in Downers Grove, IL.
Featuring brewed-on-site beer, homemade soda, curated wine selection, and handcrafted pub fare, Blume & Ferris is a cozy, welcoming, and authentic community pub experience.

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7.1/10 Appearance 8 Aroma 7 Flavor 6.5 Texture 7 Overall 7.5
A light gold color. AJ Blume, brewer, confirmed it's hop load is Cascade (regular & cryo) and some Fuggles, touch of Amarillo. He noted that hoppy pale ales are not a native Irish style, so even in Ireland they prefer American hops. And it's full of American hop notes. Light on malts and mouthfeel.
Tried from Draft at Blume & Ferris Public House on 21 Mar 2026 at 01:00

7.1/10 Appearance 7 Aroma 7.5 Flavor 7.5 Texture 6 Overall 7
Deep reddish brown, but still clear, like the hard filtered Emmett of yore. Nose had almost a bit of smoke first time in. Taste is more close to an English brown. As befits it's filtered appearance, a very clean taste and finish.
Tried from Draft at Blume & Ferris Public House on 21 Mar 2026 at 00:55

7.3/10 Appearance 7 Aroma 7 Flavor 7.5 Texture 7 Overall 7.5
Clear gold, slightly sudsy head. I believe I catch a nose of Belgian malt. Definitely wit taste, a note of bubble gum, a little cardamon. Aromatic. Still some nice malts too.
Tried from Draft at Blume & Ferris Public House on 21 Mar 2026 at 00:54