Smuggler’s Lounge of Eagle River

06/14/2026

Meet the newest members of the Smugglers film crew.

Jameson and Ty started out filming their dads taking on the horseradish challenge.

That was all it took.

Before long, they were filming customers, helping with videos, and making the whole place laugh.

The best part wasn’t the footage. It was watching two young boys having the time of their lives and getting everyone around them smiling.

Sometimes a jar of horseradish brings people together in ways you never expect.

Cheers to Jameson and Ty for keeping the cameras rolling.

06/13/2026

06/13/2026

Ross from New Glarus stopped in to see what all the fuss was about.

Problem is, he grew up in South Dakota eating and grinding horseradish, so this wasn’t exactly his first rodeo.

Good beer, good stories, and one more survivor of the horseradish challenge. 🍻

New Glarus Brewing Co.

06/12/2026

Pot Pie Day at Smugglers!

The deli case is loaded up and the Chicken Pot Pies are back. We’ve got a fridge full of take-and-bake pies ready to head home with you before they’re gone.

While you’re here, Chad from Big Grove will be hanging out from Noon–4 PM pouring samples and talking all things Citrus Surfer during our Tap Takeover. Stop in, grab lunch, try a beer, and maybe leave with dinner already handled.

Chicken Pot Pies ✔️
Big Grove Tap Takeover ✔️
Friday at Smugglers ✔️

06/12/2026

Big Grove’s Chad stopped by Smuggler’s to take on the horseradish. Then he chased it with an Easy Eddy. 🍺

Today he’s back for a Big Grove Tap Takeover from noon to 4, and Citrus Surfer is on tap and pouring.

Pauly’s behind the camera. Chad’s doing the heavy lifting.

See you at Smuggler’s.

Big Grove Brewery Paul Killion

06/11/2026

This Week’s Special: Mississippi Pot Roast Smash Burger

Two smash patties, pepper jack cheese, banana peppers, and Smuggler’s horseradish cream sauce stacked high on a toasted bun.

Connor knocked this one out of the park.

Try it this week before it earns a permanent spot on the menu.

06/11/2026

Chicago boy tried the mustard and started crying like a baby for a hot dog.

Some instincts just can’t be helped.

📍 Smuggler’s Lounge, Eagle River

06/11/2026

🍊 TAP TAKEOVER FRIDAY 🍊

Chad from Big Grove is taking over the taps Friday from Noon–4 PM.

We’re pouring Citrus Surfer, their citrus wheat made with real orange and lemon. Light, refreshing, and dangerously easy to drink.

If you’re headed to Beerfest this weekend, swing in and say hello. Chad will be hanging around, talking beer, handing out swag, and getting the weekend started a little early.

Friday. Noon–4 PM. Smuggler’s.

06/10/2026

Dennis from Sullivan stopped in to tackle the horseradish.

Now it’s Harper’s turn.

06/08/2026

A couple Harley boys from Merrill and Tomahawk stopped in today.

I always like seeing the bikes lined up outside.

The horseradish gets people in the video, but the people are my favorite part.