In order to stay fresh and original within a vast sea of microbreweries, many of Denver’s owners and brewers have taken to theming their businesses. Breweries like Ratio, which connects the beer industry to all things music, TRVE, a truly heavy metal establishment through and through, Fiction, a brewery for total book nerds, and Grandma’s House, aptly named for a decorated taproom pulled literally from your grandma’s 1980s basement, are just to name a few. It is helpful to know what you’re in the mood for or where you belong, if not just for the day. For a unique taste of history,... Read More

As a city that boasts more sunny days than Miami and San Diego, Denver has a natural attraction towards establishments with great patios. Breweries are no different. Here are some my favorite spots in town with perfect patios to sip on a crafty on a perfect, sunny day. Ratio Beerworks in RiNo: Ratio’s patio is huge, with sparkling string lights and trees, right in the heart of RiNo. There is also something awesome happening in their back room, from comedy nights to live music.   Spangalang Brewery in Five Points: this patio is brand new, full of picnic tables with umbrellas. Why I like... Read More

That’s right, folks it’s finally here: Memorial Day Weekend. Its summer, baby. Pools, the 88 Drive-In, camping, and backyard barbecue season is finally upon us. And what do all those activities need? You guessed it: beer. In preparation for your long holiday weekend, I’ve compiled a shortlist of beers to grab on the go. Liquor stores like Argonaut, Molly’s Spirits, Applejack, Lowry’s Liquor, and Small Batch Liquor are just a few of the local favorites spots that offer build-your-own six packs, in addition to having fine selections of six packs and cases of local (and other) craft beer.... Read More

                          So, it’s the end of May, not that your winter coat would know the difference. While the snow *might* finally be over for the season after this week, we are still guaranteed at least a few more chilly days before we can pack that coat in for a few a months. Such is the unpredictable nature of Colorado weather that keeps us on our toes. Thankfully, there are plenty of breweries to visit when the weather suddenly turns and you’re craving a warming brew in a cozy taproom. Goldspot Brewing on 50th and Lowell gives you just that. “Born in Berkley,” Goldspot... Read More

Ah, craft beer. It’s as if it flows directly from the glaciers sitting high at the peaks of the Rockies. Well, more appropriately, that would be a Coors reference. And if I’m being totally honest, there’s nothing more delicious than a cold stubby bottle of Banquet on a bluebird day. Oooh, you weren’t expecting that, were you? So, here’s the thing. I don’t like being a beer snob. Alas, the beer world kind of just happened to me. No matter where I found myself in life, I always somehow ended up on one side of the bar or the other. It’s inescapable. A sort of lifeblood. And truly, I... Read More