16 of Colorados Most Popular Breweries

“There's been great examples of folks who've done unique collab work to differ cost be sharing it with other people, or using creative methods to get up and running,” she says. “We try to accept any and everyone who wants to learn about beer and wants to be part of the industry,” she says. During that era, the United States was still in the process of desegregating schools, had redlining and prevalent discrimination. That meant fewer opportunities for women and for people of color.

Martín makes the brewery unique by bringing his knowledge of working with up to 40 barrel systems. The talented brewer has won 20 awards with his own creations at DACAY Brewery, Dry Dock Brewing Company, and with Raíces Brewing Co. José uses his business and IT background to run the day-to-day operations of the brewery while overseeing all other areas and providing Colorado’s Brew support to the departments in conjunction with COO. His avid, thinking-outside-the-box approaches brings innovation to the craft beer industry and Raíces envision. You can explore and taste the best breweries in Denver, the capital city of Colorado, thanks to its fantastic craft brewery culture and location at the heart of the famous Denver Beer Triangle.

One example of its innovation is the Live Resin, a fresh-hop IPA distilled with hop oils. Though if hopalicious beers aren’t your thing, New Image often has a handful of interesting sours on tap. While the first Oskar Blues opened in Lyons in 1997, today it also has outposts in Longmont, Denver, and Colorado Springs. Swing through for classics like Dale’s Pale Ale and Mama’s Little Yella Pils, or opt for one of its many seasonal releases. Don’t expect to be able to find a seat, though—all Oskar Blues locations are popular with visitors and locals alike, so they’re often busy. Together, they produce nearly 1 million barrels, or 248 million pints, of beer each year.

Its neighbors are now Coors Field, Larimer Square (where some of Denver’s most celebrated restaurants and bars reside), and recently revamped Union Station. Wynkoop has grown into a place known for pushing boundaries in beer—some of its recipes have included green chiles, gummy bears, and even Rocky Mountain oysters . It’s so recognized for its tastemaking abilities that when the original brewer passed away, the Brewers Association developed an award in his honor. Each year, at the Craft Brewers Conference, the Russell Schehrer Award for Innovation in Brewing recognizes a brewer who also knocks down doors. Martín is a veteran brewer with over a decade of brewing experience and a history of running his own brewery in Puerto Rico. He manages the brewery operations, production staff, quality control and product development at Raíces Brewing Co.

We do this by making sure we have a personal relationship with every brewery we work with and that they know our faces and our passion for their beer. A roundup of events in and around home-opening weekend at Coors Field. Wynkoop Brewing Company is tapping its Lockout Maibock, a Maibock brewed during the MLB lockout “when they were not sure if the season was going to happen,” according to a press statement. We’re kicking off the return of the Great American Beer Festival with four beer tappings including three classic Wynkoop brews and one brand new. Join us after you wrap at GABF for food and drink specials 9pm to Midnight. Dr. J Jackson-Beckham is the Brewers’ Association Equity and Inclusion partner.

Cerebral is arguably best known for its many IPAs (though its fruited sours and imperial stouts are top-notch, too). Its logo, which looks like a brain made of hops, is an ode to its “scientific” approach to beer. Keep an eye out for special release beers (there’s usually one or two a month).

Basically, the decree limited the ingredients in beer to water, hops, malt, and yeast, so expect a tap list consisting of very traditional, unadulterated beers. Some standouts include the Slow Pour Pilsner, Czech Dark Lager, and the seasonal Smoked Marzen. What’s particularly interesting about Wild Provisions is its old-school brewing techniques, which call upon equal parts art and science. Rather than use the same stainless steel tanks as most other breweries, it uses wood fermentation vessels called foeders. Over time, the inside of those foeders will develop their own unique flavor profiles, which will breathe funky notes into future concoctions.

This approachable and sessionable sour ale is our refreshing twist on a fan favorite. Dayboard Lager is a refreshing beer that’s low in calories but full of flavor. Brewed with Munich malts and Ekuanot hops, this light lager has lots of toasty malt character that’s balanced by just a hint of hops to keep it crisp and refreshing. Apricot Blonde was first brewed in 2006, just one year after Dry Dock opened.

River North Brewery is a favorite because of its “super-friendly” staff, imperial stouts, saison and other Belgian-style beers. Launch Pad Brewery offers 32 taps with numerous styles of beer, and “every one is done with excellence,” Adams says. It started with a passion for the beer, the food, and the culture that makes the 38th state such a great place to live. As the micro brewing industry in Colorado exploded, so did the dream of opening a place that paid tribute to the passion and artisanship that accompanied the people blazing the trail. A place where anyone and everyone could celebrate their love of great food and drink, and a place where everyone is family.

After, it is also possible to continue your Dillon brewery crawl with a drink at either Angry James or Pug Ryan’s Brewery. If you’re in the mood for more, head over to Nederland’s two other craft brewery options. There’s Busey Brew’s smokehouse & brewery and Very Nice Brewing Company. Of course, we’d be doing a disservice without mentioning a few honorable mentions for delicious beers around Colorado’s capital city. When in Denver, you may choose from a few nationally known options like Great Divide Brewing in the RiNo district, and many local favorites such as the TRVE Brewing Company on Broadway. Here at Epic, we’re dedicated to serving you dozens of the best craft beers on the market.