ABA Journal

Grab a cold one and hit the open road — this issue of American Breweriana Journal is a road trip through brewing history. As the ABA heads to Springfield, Illinois for its 2026 Convention, we follow Route 66 through neon motel signs, roadside giants, and Illinois beer lore, including a remarkable auction of rare downstate beer crowns. Discover how one Wisconsin family built a brewing legacy in Fussville, uncover the surprising true history of floating breweries, and learn how temperance-era women waged their own quiet rebellion in the Hatchet Party. Add in our regular collector departments, and Issue 259 is a well-crafted companion for anyone who appreciates the stories behind the hobby.

Raise a glass to 250 years of American brewing! Issue 260 celebrates our nation's birthday with a patriotic toast, exploring Altoona, Pennsylvania's surprising railroad-town brewing legacy and the fascinating Dewiana breweriana shaped by Admiral Dewey's wartime fame. Get the scoop on the ABA 2026 Convention, relive the fun from the Tampa Beer Show, and uncover downstate Illinois sales history, vintage Helles On Wheels lore, and a jaw-dropping auction of rare pre-war signs. Packed with stars, stripes, and suds, Issue 260 is a spirited celebration of liberty and the beer that helped build it.