Recess Brewing
School’s in session from noon–1 p.m. on second Saturdays at Recess, in Edwardsville, Ill. It’s informal, with no set curriculum. recessbrewing.com.
Cicero’s
Cicero’s teaches beer lore and more in two semesters of formal instruction beginning at 5:30 or 7 p.m. on Wednesdays. Classwork includes instruction, beer tastings, and field trips—lessons any beer lover will appreciate. ciceros-stl.com.
Anheuser-Busch
A-B’s Beer School includes a 45-minute introduction to a variety of beer styles, ingredients, pouring techniques, and food-pairing suggestions. Bonus: The $15 admission includes gifts.
square one brewery & distillery
The longtime Lafayette Square brewery/distillery hosts a free Beer & Spirits School on the first Saturdays of the month, beginning at 11 a.m. Call 314-231-2537 for reservations.