Attention Illinois beer drinkers: You'll soon be able to sip on beer from Yuengling, the oldest brewery in the United States, but you'll have to get through the holidays first. NBC Chicago ...

Yuengling beer, with its claim to fame as the oldest brewery in America, announced its expansion to Illinois and will have its flagship beers available for sale by late January.

Yuengling is aware of the speculation, but a representative for the brand wouldn’t confirm the rumors– or even if the company plans to expand at all. Stream NBC 5 for free, 24/7, wherever you are.

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Yuengling beer, with its claim to fame as the oldest brewery in America, announced its expansion to Illinois and will have its flagship beers available for sale by late January.

Yuengling beer, with its claim to fame as the oldest brewery in America, announced its expansion to Illinois and will have its flagship beers available for sale by late January.