As if it weren't awesome enough that you can enjoy draft pints of Michigan beer while getting your grocery shopping done at Whole Foods Cranbrook, 990 W. Eisenhower, now you can also fill up a half-gallon jug with fresh brew to take home with you.

That's right, growlers are now available at the in-store wine and beer bar at $15 for "regular" drafts or $20 for high-gravity brews, such as the Bell's Batch 9,000 Ale now on tap. Empty growlers are $4.

For the uninitiated, Bell's Batch 9,000 is a commemorative ale brewed with molasses and licorice. At 12% ABV, it's a heavy, sweet, dessert sort of beer that can benefit from aging or, of course, be enjoyed right now. At a grocery store. Cheers!

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