Thirst Colorado -- March-April, 2023

HANGING WITH OUR BEST FRIENDS

STROLLING AND SIPPING WITH PETS

GEAR UP ENJOYING BACKCOUNTRY COMFORT

LIBATIONS BEYOND &

Time to get moving

Staying or getting in shape means different things to different people.

For many Coloradans, a simple and healthy jumping-off point involves walking with our pets. What better way to burn a few calories and enjoy the outdoors before or after work?

We’ve listed some fantastic ideas for people who want to combine exercise with a beverage to follow. Ok, make sure you walk an extended route to the dog-friendly brewery to get your steps before imbibing a bit.

Our writers have a few different get-your-body-moving ideas in this issue – both indoors and outside. Climbing the gym walls has never been so popular. And who wouldn’t enjoy a fine craft beer after a good workout? Stepping outside, I’d encourage people to grab the discs and go golfing. There are courses across the state, but we’ve featured one in Coal Creek Canyon that will allow you to storm a mountainside while chasing the discs.

Enjoy and be kind!

— Joe Ross, Associate Publisher and Editor

Publisher Paul Johnson paul@thirstcolorado.com

Associate Publisher & Editor Joe Ross joe@thirstcolorado.com

Sales

Rebel Hunter Christine Werner Claire Carter

Design & Layout Sandy Birkey Stacey Krull

President & Founder Emeritus Wilbur E. Flachman

Digital & Marketing Manager Steve Graham

Contributors

Kristian DePue, Dustin Doskocil, Kristen Kuchar, Natasha Lovato, Jay McKinney Marketing Intern Harlee Hunt

For advertising and editorial information, please contact Joe Ross at 303.428.9529 or email joe@thirstcolorado.com

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Drink up life in large amounts, but restrict your alcohol consumption. We do not endorse or support excessive drinking.

Morgan and Addy take tea at 3:00 at saleswoman Christine Werner’s place.

Frankie has broken a million hearts at graphic designer Sandy Birkey’s bungalow.

Luna and Solo rule the roost at publisher Paul Johnson’s house.

cat at saleswoman Claire Carter’s domicile.

Gator keeps everyone jumping to attention at saleswoman Rebel Hunter’s abode.

With all of the space devoted to pets in this issue, we decided to show off a few of our staff ’s fur babies.

Photo by Kaitlyn Huff

CONTRIBUTORS

KRISTIAN DEPUE

Born and raised in northern Indiana, DePue spent the last four years working as a contributing writer for various publications throughout Colorado. In addition to writing, he enjoys acting, watching films, and listening to both music and stand-up comedy. He loves summer and fall, and Halloween is his favorite holiday. When not storytelling, he can often be found in a speakeasy, distillery or craft cocktail lounge. And he never gets tired of the unique view when the sunlight shines on Pikes Peak and the Front Range every day. He recently moved back to Indiana but has written a few local pieces that Thirst will publish.

DUSTIN DOSKOCIL

Doskocil is a Colorado-based photographer who started his business 16 years ago while obtaining a degree in advertising and fashion photography in Austin, Texas. After graduating, he moved to Dallas, where he spent seven years building his portfolio while assisting some of the best photographers from around the world. From there he moved to Colorado in order to delve deeper into the mountains and adventure scene. This has led to more editorial and commercial assignments with large and small businesses, capturing and sharing moments of people doing what they love to do. Focusing on people’s passions encourages curiosity and spreads more passion throughout the community and beyond.

KRISTEN KUCHAR

Kuchar has written about travel and the beverage industry for 15 years in a variety of national and local publications. For Thirst, she primarily covers food, wine, cider, beer and other beverages. She has contributed to VinePair, Zymurgy, The Beer Connoisseur, Craftbeer.com, Beer Advocate, Brew Your Own, All About Beer, DRAFT, and dozens more. Currently, she is a Certified Cicerone Beer Server and has a Level 1 Wine Certification with the Wine & Spirits Education Trust, and she continues to pursue further wine and beverage education.

NATASHA LOVATO

Lovato graduated from the Metropolitan State University of Denver with a degree in journalism and spends her days freelance writing about all things Colorado. As a native of the Centennial State, she thrives on outdoor experiences like kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding, hiking, biking, and enjoying a Holidaily brew or two along the way. She takes any chance she gets to enjoy the outdoors with her partner, Daniel, and their rescue dog, Mazy. On poor weather days, you’ll find her curled up on the couch with a good book next to her cats, Benny and June.

JAY

MCKINNEY

McKinney is a Colorado native who grew up south of Denver in Sedalia. In 2020, he graduated from the Metropolitan State University of Denver with a bachelor’s degree in communications and shortly after, he began contributing to Thirst Colorado. He is passionate about promoting the Colorado lifestyle and the independent craft businesses that make the state a magnet for creative people. During his free time, he enjoys playing golf, shooting pool and hiking throughout Colorado and neighboring Utah.

INTERSECTIONS

SPRING EVENTS GUIDE

Dig into the deepest statewide calendar of hip happenings

Within Reach

Climb the walls and share a beer at the same business

Libations Lasses

Proudly called the Whisky Wenches, these women explore the spirits world

Camping and Glamping

With fair weather showing up, it’s time for new backwoods goods

Expert Hacks

Industry insiders share the secrets of making simple at-home cocktails

Prime Pairings

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On the cover:

Whether visiting a local brewery or riding the dunes at Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, we encourage you to get out and enjoy spring.

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This month’s recipes for fine foods, and beers that accompany them 18

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Brewery, Distillery, Winery, Cidery and Meadery Guide

Find great craft beverages wherever you end up in Colorado

ADVENTURES

Doggone Tasty

Coloradans can brew up a great time with their pawed pals at these hotspots

Cat Cafes

Felines are winning the hearts of people at local hangouts

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Spoiling Fur Babies

Treats, toys and other goods your animal pals can’t live without Big Views, Tough Throws

Wondervu Disc Golf will offer a challenge to the best

IN COLORADO, IT’S EASY TO ENJOY PINTS WITH THE PUPS

By Kristen Kuchar

Fortunately for dog enthusiasts and owners, you don’t have to look too far to find a pet-friendly brewery or taproom throughout Colorado. Bruz Beers co-founder Ryan Evans says that dogs bring a sense of community into the tasting room, providing entertainment, love and smiles.

“Dogs are an integral part of the beer culture in Colorado,” Evans says. “It’s fantastic when you get to sit down and enjoy a beer with your dog. Many of life’s problems have been solved this way.”

Bruz takes the dog-friendly taproom to the next level by making dog biscuits from their spent grain for pup visitors. In addition to past dog-related events, such as puppy yoga and visits from Bone Apetreat, Denver-based dog treat food truck, the brewery hosts an annual Wagapalooza. The event is a dog party and adoption event with proceeds supporting dog rescue and adoption. Some rescues have included PawsCo, Mile High Meowies & Mutts, Demi’s Animal Rescue and Big Bones Canine Rescue.

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Bruz Beers

Photo: Amy Vanderbroek Photography

LUKI Brewery is another spot serving up dog treats from spent grain. In fact, the Arvada brewery recently hosted a spent grain bake-off in which participants could utilize spent grain to make treats for dogs (or humans). For National Twin with Your Dog Day, customers who came in with their dog – and wearing matching outfits – got a free pour.

A little further north in Old Town Lafayette, Romero’s K9 Club & Taphouse is a go-to spot for beer and dog lovers. There’s a variety of both local and national beers on tap and in cans, as well as a few ciders and mead. While their humans are enjoying the eclectic beers, well-behaved dogs can hang out in the private offleash dog park and outdoor biergarten. In order to play, dogs must be current on their rabies vaccination, spayed or neutered and at least four months old. A registration form and small fee is also required for this area.

Also, there is a temperature-controlled enclosed pavilion for onleash dogs that is open year-round. Since opening, there have been a variety of dog-centric events, such as a Doggie Halloween Party, complete with costumes and a parade down Public Road, and adoption events. Some previous organizations that have benefitted from fundraisers include Moms and Mutts Colorado Rescue and Scroungy Dogs and Pretty Pups Rescue.

In the south metro area, partakers will find beers such as Funplex Cream Ale, Coal Miner’s Dogger Stout and Peabody NEIPA

at Coal Mine Avenue Brewing Co. in Littleton. The location has also brewed up something special for dogs – a 2,500-square-foot on-site park. If you want to attend with your furry best friend, you’ll need to register in advance and be prepared to show staff a proof of rabies vaccine. The Coal Mine team recommends taking your dog to another dog park if they’ve never been to one before to see how they do before the visit, as well as making sure your dog is getting along with the other dogs and not playing aggressively. Leashed dogs are also welcome on the covered and heated south patio. Available dog goodies include dog treats, pet soap, and collars, leashes and bowls made from recycled bicycle tires.

proved its love of doggie

Up in Winter Park, Hideaway Brewing proved its love of doggie guests by creating dog toys modeled from one one of its beers.

The brewery has also helped raise money for Mountain Pet Rescue and the Winter Park Avalanche Rescue Dog program.

Lost Friend Brewing Company has raised money for the Colorado Parks and Wildlife K9 program with the release of “Dogs with Jobs” Colorado Spruce Kolsch. The Colorado Springs brewery donated $1 from every sale of the beer that was poured in a commemorative glass.

And Boulder-based Brewing Co. also brewed the Patrol Dog Pale Ale in partnership with the National Ski Patrol in order to raise funds for avalanche rescue dogs.

Avery

Kristen Kuchar is a freelance writer covering food, libations, music and other Colorado gatherings.

Parks and Wildlife K9 program

Patrol Dog Pale Ale in partnership

Bruz Beers

Photo: Amy Vanderbroek Photography

Photo courtesy of LUKI Brewery

Photo courtesy of Hideaway Brewing

REACHING FOR NEW HEIGHTS AND HOPS

By Kristen Kuchar

There’s a long list of favorite things to do among Coloradans, and two beloved activities in this great state are climbing and drinking well-made craft beer. While at first glance, these two might seem unrelated, there are several important things that bring them together – both have a strong community, and are often met with passion and a love for exploring and bringing people together. That’s why it makes sense that there’s a handful of Colorado climbing gyms that offer beer on tap.

“Anyone who has spent the afternoon or evening crushing boulders or routes knows the immense joy of chilling those aching hands on a cold can of craft brew,” says Heather Robinson, general manager at CityROCK / The Ute & Yeti.

Not only does the Colorado Springs gym offer indoor climbing and a full cardio and fitness facility, but The Ute & Yeti has 14 beers on tap and two local kombucha selections as well as more than 35 canned beer options from across the country.

“Our beer is chosen specifically to provide as many styles as we can while still focusing on what our customers are ordering,’’ Robinson says. Some recent Colorado breweries available include Soulcraft Brewing, Outer Range Brewing Company, High Hops Brewery and Grimm Brothers Brewhouse.

“While the beer is an important part of the concept, and the beer menu is outstanding, the community space is really what the restaurant is all about,” Robinson says. “It’s a gathering place for families, friends, co-workers and co-climbers to break bread and enjoy each other’s company.”

The Spot Boulder and The Spot Denver also serve beer on tap with a focus on supporting local breweries in the same community.

“Craft beer and climbing are all about community - creating a supportive space for people to come together and get out of their comfort zone, whether that means challenging yourself physically in the gym or trying a new style of beer from the brewers down the street,” says Patrick Bodnar, The Spot’s marketing manager.

The Boulder outpost offers two beers on tap; Denver has six rotating brews on tap and both have canned beer options as well.

“Joining forces with Avery for our first beer partnership years ago was a no-brainer to bring people together and make our events more unique and enjoyable,” Bodnar says. Dan Howley, founder of The Spot, and Adam Avery, founder of Avery Brewing Co. have been friends for years.

Avery, who is an avid climber, is happy to have the Boulder brewery’s beer available on tap here.

“As a climbing lifer and longtime supporter of our climbing community, it brings me great joy and satisfaction to know that whether you’re celebrating a send or licking your wounds from uncountable failed attempts on your proj, you can always enjoy one of our beers at the end of your session at The Spot. Though sometimes I need that beer mid-session,” Avery says.

Other breweries at The Spot have included Elevation Beer Co., Comrade Brewing Company, Tivoli Brewing Company and Telluride Brewing Company.

Having beer on tap gives climbers another reason to stick around after exercising, Bodnar explains. Many of the meetup nights finish with a “social hour” at the bar, for a chance to try new beers and meet new people. He says that members love having craft beer available and

Photo by Aaron Sprengeler

some even swing by the gym on “rest days” to grab a pint and see what’s new.

One of the primary goals of Whetstone Climbing in Fort Collins was to create a welcoming and comfortable community space. Since the hockey rink that previously occupied the building already had a bar in place, it was a natural fit to keep it going.

“While climbing might seem like an individual sport from afar, it’s really about teamwork, building trust, and community,” says Jeremiah Wall, marketing manager and event coordinator at Whetstone. “There’s also something inherently community-driven about craft breweries,” she says. “There’s something special about being able to meet the people that made it and connect with others that love it.”

After utilizing more than 23,000 square feet of climbing and fitness, climbers can head over to The Bivy, where they will find four rotating beers on tap and a variety of canned options. The selection is based on what’s new, seasonal and sounds interesting. The beers highlight northern Colorado’s robust beer culture with Snowbank Brewing, Odell Brewing Co., Horse & Dragon Brewing Co. and New Belgium Brewing.

“When there’s an opportunity to have a cold beer after a climbing session, it feels less like a performance-focused gym and more like a community space where people can do more than just climb or work out. They can hang out, relax, connect with old friends and meet new ones,” Wall says.

That community focus is a common thread through these climbing gyms. At Longmont Climbing Collective, in addition to being a destination for the community to enjoy climbing, yoga and fitness, the team also works with local businesses to create partnerships to benefit the members. “Partnering with a local brewery seemed like a great way to do just that,” says marketing manager Nick Coutu.

The gym partners with nearby Grossen Bart Brewery to supply a handful of rotating beers on tap. Coutu says that people enjoy beers at monthly meetups held at the gym, and often hang around to drink a beer when they’re done. Competitions are also popular here and often people who aren’t competing still come and enjoy a beer or two while watching the climbers compete.

Coutu draws a comparison between the beloved sport of climbing and the art of craft brewing. “Climbing is all about creativity,” he says. “Every week the setters are in here creating new problems for people to try to solve and enjoy. In our minds craft beer is very similar in that the brewers are always coming up with creative new beer for people to enjoy.”

Kristen Kuchar is a freelance writer covering food, libations, music and other Colorado gatherings.

City Rock

Photo by Stephen Martin @explorewithmedia

Photo courtesy of Whetstone Climbing

SPIRIT HOUND ENCOURAGES WOMEN TO GET IN THE SPIRIT

By Kristen Kuchar

When Amanda Engelhorn started fielding whiskey-related questions behind the bar at Spirit Hound Distillers, it sparked an idea to try to make a change. The taproom manager and talented mixologist noticed that some of her female customers seemed to feel a bit out of their depth when it came to whisky. Queries were often accompanied by “is this a stupid question?” in the Lyons tasting room.

She wanted to find a way to help educate women interested in learning more about spirits and create a welcoming space for them to celebrate whisky. Enter Whisky Wenches Spirits Society, a group that welcomes everyone from beginners to whisky connoisseurs.

The goal is to offer an educational, inclusive space for events featuring experts from Spirit Hound Distillers and beyond. Some

initial meetings covered the basics, such as what whisky is, how it’s distilled and the differences between whisky, bourbon and rye whisky (the owners at Spirit Hound choose to spell whisky without the “e,” common for whisky in Scotland and Canada).

And what better place to learn? Spirit Hound Distillers was named Whisky of the Year and Best in Show in 2022 at the London Spirits Competition. Other accolades include awards from the Rocky Mountain Craft Spirits Competition, Breckenridge Craft Spirits Festival and the San Francisco World Spirit Competition, among others.

Whisky Wenches has also done pairing events and learned the basics of cocktail making. For Engelhorn, curating creative and tasty cocktails within the tasting room comes naturally from a love of cooking and an appreciation of flavors. She wanted to share her passion ,and when she launched the group, she asked attendees what they wanted to learn. “You guys are driving the bus,” she told the crowd.

The group is a fun, intelligent and interesting group of women who are curious and love to learn about booze, Engelhorn says.

The women had the unique opportunity to make their own gin and to be involved with every step of the process. They sampled different gins to learn more about it and discuss and discover what was liked. They talked about common botanicals, such as angelica root, coriander, citrus peel, lime flower, cinnamon, clove, fennel and anise to see what would be a good fit for their own gin recipe.

Despite a labor-intensive process, Engelhorn said the experience was fun and so popular they’re doing it again. The all-female made gin, named Revelry, was released in 2018. “It’s a lighter, not super floral, more approachable gin,” she says.

The spirit received great feedback and was very well-received by customers. Once it ran out, people wanted to know when it would come back. The gin was expected to be ready in March.

The group meets monthly and welcomes newcomers. Another great way to discover more about whisky is to simply visit the tap room for a whisky flight or a spirits flight. Guests can also try a variety of fresh cocktails that are divided into categories – spiritforward, refreshing, savory and sweet. You can expect the drinks to change with the seasons.

Engelhorn’s advice to those looking to learn more is not to be intimidated. “Don’t feel bad about asking questions,” she says. And if whisky isn’t your thing, that’s perfectly fine, too. It’s your palate –not right or wrong.”

Kristen

The group is a fun, intelligent and interesting group of women who are curious and love to learn about booze. — Amanda Engelhorn

Photo courtesy of Spirit Hound

FOUR CAT CAFES ALONG THE FRONT RANGE TO PURRRSUE

By Natasha Lovato

Photo courtesy of Denver Cat Company

Cat Cafes first became popular in Japan, but the public’s love for adoptable cats in a cafe setting soon spread to Colorado’s Front Range. Each cat cafe in Colorado has multiple felines waiting to play, purr, and pounce into their forever homes.

In 2014, the first known Colorado cat cafe made its appearance on Tennyson Street in Denver’s Berkeley neighborhood. Denver Cat Co. owner Leila Qari feels in awe of how far the cat cafes have come and enjoys seeing other cafes pop up across the state, giving cats a shot at finding homes.

“I want to emphasize how privileged I feel to do the work we do, and how proud I am to have an immigrant- and female-run business,” Qari said. “I love to have that representation in the mix.

After nearly 10 years, Denver Cat Co. has one of the highest adoption rates in the state because of their unique ability to introduce adoptable cats to humans, a concept that helps give felines a fighting chance at becoming the perfect companions.

To support Denver Cat Co., stop by for a visit at 3929 Tennyson St., during their regular hours. Or join one of their many events like bingo, tarot card reading or craft night.

DENVER-SOUTH BROADWAY

Teddy Cat is a cat-centric cafe that incorporates pet adoptions and handcrafted goods.

This cafe seeks to alleviate the pressure at animal shelters to help find more homes for adoptable kitties by focusing on shy cats, older cats, cats that have been at the shelter the longest, or bonded pairs looking for homes together.

This cafe’s mercantile features clothing, cat toys, curated gifts, art work and more.

Teddy Cat is located at 39 E. Florida Ave., in Denver, and recommends scheduling a visit online.

BOULDER

The Purrfect Pause is a cat-themed cafe, boutique, and cat sanctuary located at 5290 Arapahoe Ave., Suite E, in Boulder.

The Purrfect Pause partners with Front Range Freedom Rescue to help provide medical care and foster families to help the cats socialize ahead of their debuts at the cafe.

This cafe offers hourly passes, beverage selections, and a store with cat toys and cat-themed gifts.

LOVELAND

The NoCo Cat Cafe offers small bites and beverages for guests to enjoy while visiting with the feline residents. All of the cats are healthy, spayed or neutered, vaccinated, and ready for adoption.

Guests are welcome to enjoy the ambiance of the cafe at 121 E. 5th St, in Loveland, while playing games, reading, and awaiting the attention of the ever-elusive kitties.

Walk-ins are welcome during regular hours Wednesday through Sunday. It’s closed Monday and Tuesday.

Natasha Lovato is a Colorado native with a love for her cats, writing and a cold Holidaily Blonde Ale.

Photo courtesy of Purrfect Pause

Photo courtesy of NoCo Cat Cafe

Photo courtesy of Teddy Cat

MARCH

LAMONT CHOIRS, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 2

“RENT,” Newman Center, Denver, Mar 2-4

BANFF MOUNTAIN FILM FESTIVAL, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 2-4

NEW MOVES, Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 3

JO KOY, Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, Mar 3

THEE SACRED SOULS, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, Mar 3

OTOBOKE BEAVER, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 3

PHIL VASSAR, Grizzly Rose, Denver, Mar 3

NORTH INDIAN CLASSICAL ENSEMBLE AND BLUEGRASS ENSEMBLE, Newman Center, Mar 3

WINTER WONDERGRASS, Upper Knoll Lot, Steamboat Springs, March 3

NATHANIEL RATELIFF WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 3-4

LEADVILLE SKI JORING & CRYSTAL CARNIVAL WEEKEND, Mar 3-5

“PETER PAN,” Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Mar 3-5

DENVER RESTAURANT WEEK, Mar 3-12

FORT COLLINS SYMPHONY, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 4

TAKÁCS QUARTET, Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 4

LARRY BRAGGS, Arvada Center, Mar 4

NAGHASH ENSEMBLE, Lone Tree Arts Center, Mar 4

WHISKEY WARM UP, Estes Park, Mar 4 RIVERSIDE, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Mar 4

WAX TAILOR, Gothic Theatre, Englewood, Mar 4

DVOŘÁK 8, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Mar 4-5

LANCE LUCE, Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 5

DENVER YOUNG ARTISTS ORCHESTRA SPECTACULAR, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 5

EVENING WITH ERIC JOHNSON’S TREASURE

TOUR, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 5

STEEL DRUM ENSEMBLE, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 6

THE BLACK JACKET SYMPHONY, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Mar 7

THE HIGH KINGS, Boulder Theater, Mar 7

KULA SHAKER, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 7

LAMONT SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 7

NEIL DEGRASSE TYSON: COSMIC COLLISIONS, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 8

CHIIILD, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 8

LAMONT WIND ENSEMBLE, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 8

LAKEWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 9

ALL INCLUSIVE HISTORIC NORDIC SKI, Crested Butte, Mar 9

“SIBLING RIVALRY LIVE,” Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 9

YOUNG DUBLINERS, Washington’s, Fort Collins, Mar 9

TWIDDLE, Belly Up, Aspen, Mar 9

REPEAT BEATZ, Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 10

HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS, Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, Mar 10

CLOONEE, Boulder Theater, Mar 10

INNER WAVE, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, Mar 10

SULTAN + SHEPARD, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 10

SONGS AND STORIES WITH JOHN OATES FEAT. GUTHRIE TRAPP, Wheeler Opera House, Aspen, Mar 10

BEYOND IMAGINATION: THE MUSIC OF JOHN WILLIAMS, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Mar 10-11

THE FLOOZIES, 10 Mile Music Hall, Frisco, Mar 10-11

JAS CAFÉ: ARKAI, Here House, Aspen, Mar 10-11

BARTÓK CONCERTO FOR ORCHESTRA, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 10-12

UMPHREY’S MCGEE, Belly Up, Aspen, Mar 10-12

CELTIC AWAKENING, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 10-12

COMPANY, Charlotte York Irey Theatre, Boulder, Mar 10-19

COLORADO BALLET’S “CINDERELLA,” Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver, Mar 10-19

ALTAN, Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 11

PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND, Lone Tree Arts Center, Mar 11

COLIN MOCHRIE AND BRAD SHERWOOD, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 11

TAKE ME TO THE RIVER NOLA LIVE, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Mar 11

WE ARE THE UNION, CATBITE, KILL LINCOLN, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 11

CLASSICS CONCERT, Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Mar 11-12

A ST. PATRICK’S DAY CAROL, Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 12

ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 12

HYPROV: IMPROV UNDER HYPNOSIS, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 12

WORLD BALLET SERIES: “CINDERELLA,” Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Mar 12

ELISE TROUW, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Mar 12

FLOGGING MOLLY, Boulder Theater, Mar 12

TWIDDLE WITH EGGY, 10 Mile Music Hall, Frisco, Mar 12

THE COLLECTION, Moxi Theatre, Greeley, Mar 12

“LEGALLY BLONDE,” Vilar Performing Arts Center, Avon, Mar 12

TAKÁCS QUARTET, Grusin Music Hall, Boulder, Mar 12-20

“KING KONG,” Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Mar 13

PEN & PODIUM: IMBOLO MBUE, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 13

JESSIE MURPH, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 14

“FIDDLER ON THE ROOF,” Buell Theatre, Denver, Mar 14-19

DENVER YOUNG ARTISTS ORCHESTRA SIDE BY SIDE, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 15

PAT GREEN, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, Mar 15

Photo courtesy Z2 Entertainment/Captures By Liz

HIRIE

MARCH 9 AND 10

Hawaiian singer-songwriter Hirie brings her

reggae pop to the Fox Theatre in Boulder on March 9 and the Black Sheep in Colorado Springs on March 10. hiriemusic.com

TRUE HEART TROUBADOURS, Community Concert Hall, Durango, Mar 15

THE LAGOONS, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 15

“THE BOOK CLUB PLAY,” Arvada Center, Mar 15- May 18

ANI DIFRANCO, Boulder Theater, Mar 15-16

PIGEONS PLAYING PING PONG, 10 Mile Music Hall, Frisco, Mar 16-18

“1984,” Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 16-18

THAT 1 GUY, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, Mar 17

CROCE PLAYS CROCE, Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Mar 17

EASTON CORBIN, Grizzly Rose, Denver, Mar 17

MARIACHI SOL DE MI TIERRA, Center for Musical Arts, Lafayette, Mar 17

DANCEASPEN: WINTER EDITION, Wheeler Opera House, Aspen, Mar 17-18

BIG GIGANTIC WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 17-18

HEATHER MCMAHAN, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 17-18

CENDRILLON, Macky Auditorium, Boulder, Mar 17-19

SHEN YUN, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Mar 17-19

“CAROUSEL,” Lakewood Cultural Center, Mar 17-Apr 2

DANÚ, Lone Tree Arts Center, Mar 18

OTT WITH SOOHAN, 10 Mile Music Hall, Frisco, Mar 18

THE STEWS, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Mar 18

THE METROPOLITAN OPERA, Community Concert Hall, Durango, Mar 18

BENISE – FIESTA!, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 19

MAXIM GALKIN, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 19

HISTORIC PUB CRAWL ON MT. CRESTED BUTTE, Mar 20

NAT GEO: ALICIA ODEWALE, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 20

ALTER BRIDGE, Mission Ballroom, Denver, Mar 20

BONE HILL - THE CONCERT, Wheeler Opera House, Aspen, Apr 21

THE RESIDENTS, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 21

RAYLAND BAXTER, Belly Up, Aspen, Mar 21

“1776,” Buell Theatre, Denver, Mar 21-Apr 2

JUPITER ENSEMBLE WITH LEA DESANDRE, Macky Auditorium, Boulder, Mar 22

ARTIST TALK – KALI SPITZER, Boulder, Mar 22

LEILA JOSEFOWICZ, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 22

RAYLAND BAXTER, Gothic Theatre, Englewood, Mar 22

NATI GEO LIVE, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 23

G. LOVE & SPECIAL SAUCE WITH NAT MYERS, 10 Mile Music Hall, Frisco, Mar 23

REDHANDED/EMPTYHANDED TOUR, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 23

DISNEY ON ICE, Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, Mar 23-26

SAN JOSE TAIKO, Lone Tree Arts Center, Mar 24

MARCHFOURTH

MARCH 31 TO APRIL 3

“ESCAPE TO THE MOVIES,” Fort Collins, Mar 24 SHANE PROFITT, Grizzly Rose, Denver, Mar 24

TITUS ANDRONICUS, Washington’s, Mar 24

DURANGO CELTIC FEST, Community Concert Hall, Mar 24-25

BRAHMS REQUIEM WITH PETER OUNDIJAN, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 24-26

NAT GEO LIVE, Lone Tree Arts Center, Mar 25

COLLABORATION FEST, Westminster, Mar 25

BILL BLAGG, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 25

JOAN OSBORNE, Boulder Theater, Mar 25

THE LEGENDARY SHACK SHAKERS & HILLBILLY CASINO, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 25

SOUND OF THE ROCKIES: ACAPPELLOOZA 2023, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 25

PAUL TAYLOR DANCE COMPANY, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 25

“CLUE: ON STAGE,” Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 25-Apr 22

BEETHOVEN’S MISSA SOLEMNIS, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 26

LOUIS COLE BIG BAND, Boulder Theater, Mar 26

THE HEAVY HEAVY, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 27

SARAH MILLICAN: BOBBY DAZZLER, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 28

BALLETX, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 28

VANCOUVER SLEEP CLINIC, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 28

DELTA RAE, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 29

THE DISCO BISCUITS, Belly Up, Aspen, Mar 29-30

“THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE,” Garner Galleria Theatre, Denver, Mar 29-Apr 9

CLEO PARKER ROBINSON CELEBRATION, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 30

BLACK VIOLIN, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Mar 30

MERCYME, Broadmoor World Arena, Colorado Springs, Mar 30

HERMANOS GUTIÉRREZ, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Mar 30

MICHELLE DEYOUNG, Newman Center, Denver, Mar 30

APRÈS SKI COCKTAIL CLASSIC, Aspen, Mar 30-Apr 2

THE 5 BROWNS, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar 31

N3PTUNE, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Mar 31

THE DOO WOP PROJECT, Community Concert Hall, Durango, Mar 31

GARRISON KEILLOR TONIGHT, Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Mar 31

ELI YOUNG BAND, Grizzly Rose, Denver, Mar 31

MARCHFOURTH WITH THE PAMLICO SOUND, 10 Mile Music Hall, Frisco, Mar 31-Apr 1

THE MUSIC OF SELENA, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Mar 31-Apr 1

“THE COLOR PURPLE,” Wolf Theatre, Denver, Mar 31-May 7 Email

An energetic mix of circus troupe and New Orleans brass band, MarchFourth has shows in Frisco, Boulder, Colorado Springs and Grand Junction. marchfourthband.com

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TAKE 6, Lone Tree Arts Center, Apr 1 FUNKY ON THE FIRST, Keystone, Apr 1 TOWN MOUNTAIN & WOOD BELLY, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Apr 1

ROCKY MOUNTAIN TRAIN SHOW, Denver, Apr 1-2

AURORA SYMPHONY, Aurora, Apr 1-2

SHANE GILLIS LIVE, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 1-2

BRAHMS & BEETHOVEN, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Apr 1-2

CARNIVAL OF THE ANIMALS WITH THE DENVER ZOO, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Apr 2

ANNE LEILEHUA LANZILOTTI AND ARGUS QUARTET, Newman Center, Denver, Apr 2

“TERRIBLE, THANKS FOR ASKING,” Boulder Theater, Apr 3

ZAKIR HUSSAIN AND THE MASTERS OF PERCUSSION, Macky Auditorium, Boulder, Apr 4

TASTE OF VAIL, Apr 5-8

NAT GEO LIVE, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Apr 6

AJ LEE & BLUE SUMMIT, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, Apr 6

MINGUS BIG BAND, Newman Center, Denver, Apr 6

DIEGO FIGUEIREDO, Lakewood Cultural Center, Apr 7

SCARY POCKETS, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Apr 7

THE WAR AND TREATY, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Apr 7

GLADYS KNIGHT, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 7

NOEL MILLER, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 8

MINGUS BIG BAND, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Mar Apr 8

AN EVENING WITH THIRD EYE BLIND, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Apr 8

BIG RICHARD, Boulder Theater, Apr 8

DOGS IN A PILE, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, Apr 8

MICHIGANDER, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Apr 8

TOTO, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Apr 9

BORROMEO STRING QUARTET, Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Apr 12

LAKEWOOD SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Lakewood Cultural Center, Apr 13

MUSIC CITY HIT-MAKERS: THE SONGS. THEIR STORIES, A SYMPHONY, Lone Tree Arts Center, Apr 13

JOANNE SHAW TAYLOR, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 13

VOICE AND VIOLIN WITH JOSHUA BELL AND LARISA MARTINEZ, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Apr 14

ZIKR DANCE ENSEMBLE PRESENTS MYSTERIES, RITES AND REVELATIONS, Lakewood Cultural Center, Apr 14

GIPSY KINGS, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 14

BLACK PANTHER IN CONCERT, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Apr 14-15

“THE WONDERFUL WIZARD OF OZ,” Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Apr 14-16

Photo courtesy Lone Tree Arts Center

This show at the Lone Tree Arts Center features intimate, acoustic performances

Nashville’s most beloved songwriters as they perform the iconic hits for country’s biggest pop stars and living legends. lonetreeartscenter.org

COLORADO BALLET’S BALLET MASTERWORKS, Ellie Caulkins Opera House, Denver, Apr 14-23

VIEUX FARKA TOURÉ, Washington’s, Fort Collins, Apr 15

THE MUSIC OF PINK FLOYD WITH THE COLORADO SYMPHONY, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Apr 15

SAMANTHA BEE: YOUR FAVORITE WOMAN, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 15

KPOP NIGHT, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Apr 15

BOB MOSES, Red Rocks, Morrison, Apr 15

GREG ADAMS & EAST BAY SOUL, The Soiled Dove, Denver, Apr 15

SO TUFF SO CUTE, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Apr 15

STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN, Pueblo Memorial Hall, Apr 15

VIEUX FARKA TOURÉ, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Apr 16

STEVEN CURTIS CHAPMAN, Boulder Theater, Apr 16

LUCERO, Washington’s, Fort Collins, Apr 16

TAKÁCS QUARTET, Grusin Music Hall, Boulder, Apr 16-24

“KEY LARGO,” Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Apr 17

“ANASTASIA,” Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Apr 17-19

THE UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN, Macky Auditorium, Boulder, Apr 18

QUATRA DUO, Newman Center, Denver, Apr 18

NOAHFINNCE, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Apr 19

MIRANDA SINGS FEATURING COLLEEN BALLINGER, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 20

“ANASTASIA,” Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Apr 20-22

THE CURRENT, Charlotte York Irey Theatre, Boulder, Apr 20-23

LAMONT OPERA: “THE LITTLE PRINCE, Newman Center, Denver, Apr 20-23

BLIND VISIONARIES, Lakewood Cultural Center, Apr 21

MARY LOUISE LEE ORCHESTRA TRIBUTE TO NATALIE COLE, Lone Tree Arts Center, Apr 21

CURSIVE, Washington’s, Fort Collins, Apr 21

SOFI TUKKER, Red Rocks, Morrison, Apr 21

WARREN ZEIDERS, Grizzly Rose, Denver, Apr 21

KAIVON WITH MERCI, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Apr 21

CLASSICS, ROMANTICS & MODERN DAY WORKS, Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Apr 21-22

BEETHOVEN VIOLIN CONCERTO, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Apr 21-23

REDUCED SHAKESPEARE COMPANY: The Complete History of Comedy, Lone Tree Arts Center, Apr 22

BREWS FOR RESCUES BREWFEST, Pagosa Springs, Apr 22

SAN JUAN SYMPHONY, Community Concert Hall, Durango, Apr 22

SIERRA FERRELL W/ THE CACTUS BLOSSOMS, Boulder Theater, Apr 22

MORGAN JAMES, The Soiled Dove, Denver, Apr 22

KAIVON, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, Apr 22

TAKÁCS QUARTET

VARIOUS DATES

The world-renowned string quartet performs at the Lakewood Cultural

SVDDEN DEATH, Red Rocks, Morrison, Apr 23

KAUSHIKI CHAKRABORTY, Lakewood Cultural Center, Apr 23

PASSPORT TO CULTURE: LOCOMOTION, Lone Tree Arts Center, Apr 23

SIERRA FERRELL, Ogden Theatre, Denver, Apr 23

RIPE: BRIGHT BLUES TOUR, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Apr 24

COMMUNITY CONCERTS OF THE GV: BEGINNINGS, Avalon Theatre, Grand Junction, Apr 25

JEN SINCERO, Boulder Theater, Apr 25

GOTH BABE, Red Rocks, Morrison, Apr 25

DAVID SEDARIS, Community Concert Hall, Durango, Apr 26

PACIFICA QUARTET AND ANTHONY MCGILL, Newman Center, Denver, Apr 26

NAT GEO: ZOLTAN TAKACS, Newman Center, Denver, Apr 27

DAVID SEDARIS, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 27

GORGON, Red Rocks, Morrison, Apr 27

“CHICAGO,” Music Theatre, Boulder, Apr 27-30

MARK O’CONNOR, Lone Tree Arts Center, Apr 28

RON POPE, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Apr 28

AARON WATSON, Grizzly Rose, Denver, Apr 28

“FRESH,” Charlotte York Irey Theatre, Boulder, Apr 28-29

DURANGO WINE EXPERIENCE, Durango, Apr 28-29

RACHMANINOFF RHAPSODY ON A THEME OF PAGANINI, Boettcher Concert Hall, Denver, Apr 28-30

“AJIJAAK ON TURTLE ISLAND,” Lincoln Center, Fort Collins, Apr 29

Center on March 4, and at the University of Colorado at Boulder on March 12-13 and April 16 and 17. takacsquartet.com

TOM PAPA, Paramount Theatre, Denver, Apr 29

BROOKS NIELSEN, Fox Theatre, Boulder, Apr 29

MO LOWDA & THE HUMBLE, Bluebird Theater, Denver, Apr 29

CAS HALEY, Moxi Theatre, Greeley, Apr 29

“THE FIREBIRD,” Lakewood Cultural Center, Apr 29-30

THE RING WITHOUT WORDS, Pikes Peak Center, Colorado Springs, Apr 29-30

TREVOR HALL, Red Rocks, Morrison, Apr 30

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LAMONT WIND ENSEMBLE, Newman Center, Denver, May 3

REAL FRIENDS AND KNUCKLE PUCK, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, May 5

CHAPEL HART, Boulder Theater, May 5

THE TALBOTT BROTHERS, The Soiled Dove, Denver, May 5

NOTHING BUT THE SAX, The Soiled Dove, Denver, May 6

TEMPO LIBRE, Lone Tree Arts Center, May 6

MISS RHYTHM — THE LEGEND OF RUTH BROWN, Garmer Garner Galleria Theatre, Denver, May 6-Oct 15

MIGHTY POPLAR, Fox Theatre, Boulder, May 8

AMERICAN AQUARIUM, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, May 9

MIGHTY POPLAR, Washington’s, Fort Collins, May 9

BUILT TO SPILL, Aggie Theatre, Fort Collins, May 10

LES MISÉRABLES, Buell Theatre, Denver, May 10-21

Photo courtesy Takács Quartet

PRODUCTS YOU NEED FOR THIS SUMMER’S ADVENTURES

By Jay McKinney

It’s no secret that Coloradans love to get out and enjoy the great outdoors. From car camping to backcountry excursions on foot, the right gear can make a night-and-day difference as to how a camping trip is carried out. Whether you call them necessities or luxuries, here are several items from Colorado brands that adventurers might may want to have packed for their next trip.

A packraft allows one to explore beautiful regions of the state that hikers simply can’t access on foot. A Colorado-born company, Kokopelli prides itself on providing water enthusiasts with some of the lightest and most durable packrafts available on the market. The versatile Nirvana Self-Bailing raft lets you float on that alpine lake in the Indian Peaks Wilderness or explore the beauty of Southwest Colorado on the Dolores River. Weighing just 9.2 pounds and no larger than a sleeping bag when packed, this raft is rated for class I-III rapids, and it’s a perfect option for backcountry adventures where one can have some fun on the water.

Kokopelli Nirvana Self-Bailing Raft, $1,299

Akinz Mountain Views Enamel Camp Mug, $34.96

While shivering in the brisk early morning along the Cache la Poudre River, campsite coffee always tastes better out of an enamel mug. With the Akinz Mountain Views Enamel Camp Mug, you can now sip coffee in style and make your fellow campers jealous as they crawl out of their tents. The mug is made from a renowned enamelware producer in Poland and will last through years of adventures. It has a dark teal exterior decorated with an eye-catching design of mountains, the sun and moon, while the interior is white. The durable mug holds 12 ounces and is safe for the stove, dishwasher and campfire.

Mountainsmith K9 Backbowl — collapsible water bowl for pups, $13.95

When hiking the beautiful Grand Mesa with your furry companion, the Mountainsmith K9 Backbowl is an essential item to have when pack space is limited. Based in Golden, Mountainsmith has designed numerous products for dogs and the K9 Backbowl is yet another example of the company’s love for all the four-legged hikers. Made with a nylon base and PVC-free interior liner, the durable K9 Backbowl can be snapped together easily with four water-resistant snaps to create a lightweight and convenient bowl for dogs to eat or drink from. When they’re finished, roll it or fold it up and continue the journey.

Osprey Aether 55 (Mens) and Ariel 55 (Womens)

Backpacking packs, $300

For the backpackers looking to truly get off the beaten path, the San Juan Mountains are a great place to start. Venturing into the forest does require a plan and the right backpack of course. Founded in 1974, Osprey makes high-quality backpacks that last a lifetime. The company started in Santa Cruz, California, but as its product gained a reputation and demand increased, Osprey relocated its operations in 1990 to Dolores in southwest Colorado. Among the great packs that Osprey offers today are the Aether 55 and Ariel 55 that each won the 2021 Backpacker Magazine Editor’s Choice Gold Award. Both packs feature custom Fit-on-the-Fly shoulder straps and hip belt along with an adjustable torso that provides hikers an incredible fit.

Fenix HM65R Rechargeable Headlamp, $99.95

Sure, the stars shine bright in the night sky of Rocky Mountain National Park, but when the sunlight dwindles, a headlamp quickly becomes the most important campsite accessory. Based in Littleton, Fenix creates high quality flashlights, lanterns, headlamps and other lighting products. The HM65R is a rechargeable headlamp that provides ample light under the starlit sky with two light sources. Use the spotlight mode to illuminate distant objects or use the floodlight mode for a softer and more even beam of light. Both sources of light can be used together and the battery level can be tracked directly above the headlamp’s bulbs.

Kelty Loveseat, $139.95

From fold-up chairs to sturdy logs, seating at the Piñon Flats campsite in the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve can be an everyonefor-themselves ordeal. But with the Kelty Loveseat, you can now cuddle by the fire with your significant other. At a glance it looks like an extra-wide camping chair, but the Loveseat has additional luxuries with its adjustable armrests and insulated cup holders on each side. The loveseat also comes with a padded roll-tote storage bag that makes it easy to transport and pack with the rest of the gear.

Spyderco Resilience G-10, $94.50

Whether you’re slicing up an apple or cutting into a sizzling brat, a reliable knife is handy to have when eating outdoors. The Resilience G-10 knife made by Spyderco in Golden can handle all the campsite cutting and will last for years. With a closed length of just over five inches and a 4.2-inch stainless steel blade, the Resilience G-10 is the largest of the company’s value folding knives. The pocket knife with all the bells and whistles is still useful to have, but when it comes to cutting into the heartier campsite meals, the blade on the Resilience G-10 can handle it all.

Warbonnet Outdoors-Original Blackbird Hammock, $175

The air in the Elk Mountains is fresh, sunlight seeps between the leaves of the towering aspen trees and as you lay in your Blackbird Hammock like a caterpillar in a cocoon, a post hike (and beer) afternoon nap is inevitable. Warbonnet Outdoors is based in Evergreen and the original Blackbird Hammock is just one of its ultra-light, durable and highquality hammocks. Set it up between some trees while dispersed camping, or abandon a bulky tent on long-distance backpacking trips. Either way it’ll provide a lifetime of leisure in the wilderness.

EXPERT TIPS FOR SIMPLE AT-HOME COCKTAILS

By Kristen Kuchar

There’s nothing quite like sipping a well-made cocktail at a welcoming tasting room or trendy cocktail lounge. But if you’re new to mixing a drink at home, it’s easy to feel a bit intimidated. Fortunately, we’ve reached out to four local distilleries to get their cocktail creation insight, a favorite recipe and a pro tip.

CHERRY GINGER SMASH | LEOPOLD BROS.

2 oz. Leopold Bros. Michigan Cherry

Whiskey

1 oz. fresh lemon juice

.5 oz. simple syrup or agave nectar

1-2 small cubes of peeled ginger root

lemon peel or lemon wheel garnish

How to make it: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 1-2 small cubes of peeled ginger root with simple syrup or agave nectar. Add Leopold Bros. Michigan Cherry Whiskey, fresh lemon juice and ice. Shake until cold. Strain into double old-fashioned glass over fresh ice. Garnish with lemon peel or lemon wheel. Optional garnish of ginger root.

Expert Cocktail Tip: Place the least expensive ingredients in first in case you make a mistake and have to start over.

HACEDOR MARGARITA REPOSADO | STATE 38 DISTILLING

1.5 oz Hacedor Reposado

.5 oz orange liqueur

Sour mix

Dash of lemon & orange bitters

Lime wedge and/or jalapeño

Chili lime salt on the glass rim

How to make it: Add Blanco, orange liqueur, sour mix and bitters to a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into a salt-rimmed glass with crushed ice. Garnish with a lime wedge and a jalapeño slice.

Expert Cocktail Tip: Adding a floating garnish isn’t just for looks. It enhances the experience through sight, taste, and smell while sipping.

RURAL JUROR | HIGHLANDS DISTILLERY

3 blackberries

1.5 oz gin

2 teaspoons apple butter

0.5 oz lemon shrub

Fill ice

About 4 ounces of Izze blackberry soda

Garnish with a buzz button and dried persimmon clothespinned to the side of glass

How to make it: Muddle 3 blackberries in a highball glass. Mix the ingredients in the glass and stir.

Expert Cocktail Tip: Balance in a cocktail is important and often individual. For your own tastes, try to balance acidity and sweetness, bitterness and salinity. When you find your balance, you’ll start making cocktails you’ll love. With the Rural Juror, we knew we wanted to make a cocktail with apple butter, which has a lot of sweetness and a little bit of salt. The rest of our ingredients lean on bitter and sour flavors to round it out, and we toss a buzz button on the rim to elevate the whole experience.

CLASSIC DAIQUIRI | MONTANYA DISTILLERS

2.5 oz Montanya Platino Rum

1 fresh lime, juiced

.5 - 1 oz simple syrup

How to make it: Shake with ice and strain into a coupe glass.

Expert Cocktail Tip: One of the best pieces of advice we can give is to use fresh, organic ingredients. This will significantly improve the overall flavor of the drink and keep any cocktail from being too sweet. Fresh garnishes always make the best presentation as well.

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6 LOCAL COMPANIES THAT PROVIDE FINE GIFTS FOR YOUR FURRY FRIENDS

By Natasha Lovato

Coloradans are known for loving their animal companions and local artisans and pet food producers are here to prove it. You’ve seen the pups that are geared up for a backcountry trail or just a walk in the park.

Denver consistently ranks atop cities that are most friendly to pets. Spending nationwide reportedly topped $1.2 billion in 2021

when it comes to all of the needs of pets, such as food, medicine, overall supplies and veterinary care.

For those who choose to support local small businesses, we’ve found some fantastic options.

These six Colorado companies make all the treats, toys, or accessories necessary to spoil, or possibly surprise your pet.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HOUND

Rocky Mountain Hound creates stylish collars, leashes, bandanas, bow ties, and poop bag holders for dogs to match any given occasion from Halloween to the Fourth of July and beyond. Dog owners can purchase Rocky Mountain Hound products online or find them at select stores in Fruita, Montrose, Telluride, Norwood or Silverton.

POOCH SNOOZER

Created in Golden, Pooch Snoozer beds are customized as one-of-a-kind with embroidered names, colors, materials and logos. The beds are water resistant and owner Lisa Mattingly ensures lifetime durability. Beds are available by emailing sales@poochsnoozer.com.

COOL BEDS 4 PETS

Created by a husband and wife team in Allenspark, Cool Beds seeks to bring pet companions comfort in the summer months or after a big workout with beds made to prevent animals from overheating. Prices range from $30 to $45 for the hand-made beds.

COLORADO KITTY POT

Colorado Kitty Pot specializes in organic catnip and pet products. Profits are used to help Harley’s Hope, a nonprofit in Colorado Springs whose mission is to offer a variety of services designed to help keep pets in their existing homes when owners experience financial difficulties. Kitty Pot products and nearly everything a cat could dream of is available at the Just Cats Store in Denver.

PAWS AND CO. PET TREATS

Paws and Co. creates dog chews out of antlers, specifically for heavy-chewing dogs. When elk or deer shed their antlers, the sheddings get a second life for dogs to enjoy. Paws and Co. purchases the antlers from collectors and in turn, process the antlers safely at their Centennial location to remove any sharp edges and turn them into delectable treats. Various flavors are available for purchase on the Paws and Co. website.

BOULDER DOG FOOD COMPANY

The Boulder Dog Food Company makes treats for every cat and dog’s needs. Look for allergen-free treats, weight control treats, training treats, and almost every meaty flavor their little hearts could desire. BDFC treat flavors range from seafood to bison and are available for purchase online or in select Boulder stores.

Natasha Lovato is a Colorado native with a love for her cats, writing and a cold Holidaily Blonde Ale.

LIVING THE DISC GOLF DREAM AT WONDERVU

Story and Photos By Dustin Doskocil

Located in the beautiful foothills between Golden and Boulder is a hidden gem of a disc golf course. Wondervu

Disc Golf Course offers an amazing 22-hole course that has sweeping views of the Continental Divide, from the backside of the Boulder flatirons to the foothills of southwest Denver.

Consistently ranked among the top courses statewide, it sits at 8,800 feet, and is quite literally not for the faint of heart. Holes range from 126 feet to 402 feet, and beginners are advised to get more experience before giving it a try.

The amazing and difficult par-3 is home to multiple tournaments each year, featuring top-tier athletes. Yet, enthusiasts just looking for a quick escape from the daily grind can get on the mountain after a 45-minute drive from Denver or a 30-minute trip from Boulder. The course is located in Coal Creek Canyon (aka Highway 72) between the Wondervu Cafe and the Canyon Tavern. Reservations are required, so check the Facebook page prior to heading up.

The man behind the dream known as Wondervu Disc Golf Course is Dan Ward. After watching “Field of Dreams” in 2015 while on summer break from CU, Ward followed the model of “if you build it, they will come.”

He rented the land, which hosted an old, converted Griff’s Hamburgers Stand, and spent his last $5,000 on nine baskets. And with 42 days until delivery, he bought a chainsaw and started working to open up holes on the 25 acres of forest.

After nine holes were built, he brought in Eagle McMahon, a young local pro who has ranked in the top 3 worldwide, to check

out the property and offer some tips. McMahon’s father, also a competitive player, shared his thoughts on creating a challenging, unique course. Eagle suggested that he remove right-hand, back-hand shots, and keep pure lines throughout the course, Ward explained.

By doing so, the course became challenging to all but a minority of players. Throw in the tight fairway gaps, elevation changes and large pine trees and you have one of the toughest par-3 courses in the region.

While the sport can be competitive, most people at Wondervu are simply trying to improve their game while enjoying Rocky Mountain views. At roughly 8,800 feet, the pines are tall, the peaks are jagged and the “rough” is unforgiving.

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Like any good golf course, if the going gets tough and the discs disappear into the mountainside, a small pro shop awaits. Discs, hats, hoodies and other goods are available. Ward created High Altitude Disc Golf apparel and offers a variety of swag. Talk of a food truck has been kicked around, as well. Recently, three picnic tables were donated for players to hang out before and after a round. According to the Facebook page, improvements have been made to the course and season passes are now available for $80. A major summer tournament, the Boulder County Classic has been scheduled for July 1-2.

For more information, visit www.facebook.com/highaltitudediscgolf

Photographer Dustin Doskocil launched his business 16 years ago while obtaining his degree in Austin, Texas. He eventually moved to Colorado, where his passion is capturing and sharing moments of people doing what they love. Check out doskophoto.com

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Visitors and locals alike can celebrate Aurora's international community any day of the week for a dining adventure at one of the city’s 330+ ethnic and independent restaurants. GoAurora.org

Prime Pairings

Crispy Chile Rellenos with Pork Green Chile

By Kristen Kuchar

You don’t get more Colorado than a delicious green chile treat paired with a local brew. These crispy chile rellenos, served alongside house-made pork green chile, are available at Left Hand Brewing’s newest location in RiNo. Chef James Bland recommends pairing it with the brewery’s Sawtooth Amber Ale.

“Roasted malts complement seared, charred and caramelized proteins, making Sawtooth Amber Ale a perennial favorite,” Bland says. “The searing of the pork shoulder and the charring of the poblano peppers truly pairs well with the roasty characteristics of the Amber Ale beer style.”

CRISPY CHILE RELLENOS

Ingredients

Wonton wrappers (7”x7”)

12 poblano peppers

2 lbs. shredded cheese

Directions

Place poblano peppers on a roasting pan. Broil at 450 degrees until the skin is charred. This typically takes 10 -15 minutes on the broil setting, or 20-25 minutes at 450 degrees.

Place egg roll wrapper in front of you, with a corner facing you.

Place a pepper in the center of the egg roll wrapper.

Place cheese in the center of the pepper.

Wet all edges with a mixture of cornstarch and water.

Fold the corner in front of you up half-way.

Fold in both sides and continue to seal the egg roll.

Place egg rolls into the deep fryer or pan fry. Cook until golden brown.

Serve with store-bought green chile or try the pork green chile recipe provided on the next page.

Pair it Up!

Do you have a favorite recipe that goes well with Colorado craft libations?

Send the recipe and beverage.

We’ll publish them online or in the magazine.

PORK GREEN CHILE

Ingredients

5 lb. pork butt (boneless or bone-in) cubed

1 yellow onion (small dice)

2 garlic cloves (minced)

1 quart chopped green chile

1 diced jalapeno (omit if you don’t like it spicy)

3/4 cup lard or butter

2/3 cup flour

2 quarts chicken stock

Directions

Cut pork butt or shoulder into small cubes.

Place lard into a large pot over medium high heat. In batches, brown pork on all sides.

Remove pork from the pot and add more lard. Sauté onions until translucent.

Add flour and remaining lard. Stir until flour has been cooked and mixture has thickened.

Add garlic, green chile and jalapenos.

Add chicken stock and bring to a simmer, about 20-30 minutes.

Smoked Pastrami Sandwich with

Irish Red Ale

At Mash Lab Brewing & Kitchen in Windsor, you’ll find plenty of hearty sandwiches to accompany a house-made beer – smoked pulled pork, hot roast beef, chicken salad, and the classic one featured here: a smoked pastrami sandwich. And you can’t beat the Irish Red Ale to go alongside, with malts sourced from Ireland.

Its malty, sweet backbone and delicate bouquet complement the hearty flavors of this deli classic perfectly, explains Cristin Peratt, owner and marketing manager. The house-made sauerkraut complements the salty pastrami while the thousand island gives it sweetness. Topped off with Swiss cheese it has the ultimate “perfect bite” we all search for.

At Mash Lab, the crew is making sauerkraut on-site and a house-smoked pastrami, utilizing traditional brine ingredients – water, salt, brown sugar, pink curing salt, whole coriander, black peppercorn, cloves and cinnamon. But if you don’t quite have the time to make it yourself and are craving this at home, swap it out for quick, store-bought ingredients.

Ingredients:

Smoked pastrami

Sauerkraut

Thousand Island dressing

Swiss cheese

Toasted marble rye bread

Directions:

Toast marble rye bread. Layer with smoked pastrami, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese, and top with Thousand Island dressing,

BREWERIES

DENVER

BAKER/SOUTH BROADWAY

Baere Brewing Co

Banded Oak Brewing Co

Dos Luces Brewery

Grandma’s House

Lowdown Brewery + Kitchen ●

Novel Strand Brewing Co

Platt Park Brewing Co ●

The Post Chicken and Beer ●

Public Offering Brewing ●

Ratio Beerworks ●

So Many Roads Museum and Brewery ●

TRVE Brewing Co

CAPITOL HILL/E COLFAX/ PARK HILL

Alpine Dog Brewing Co.

Bruz Off Fax

Cerebral Brewing ●

Counter Culture Brewery & Grille ●

Fiction Beer Co ●

Long Table Brewhouse ●

Pints Pub ●

Reverence Brewing Co

Station 26 Brewing Co ●

Vine Street Pub & Brewery ●

DENVER INT’L AIRPORT

Boulder Beer Tap House ●

Breckenridge Brewery ●

Denver Chophouse and Brewery ●

Great Divide Brewhouse and KItchen ●

New Belgium Brewing ●

SweetWater Mountain Taphouse ●

Tivoli Taphouse ●

FIVE POINTS

MobCraft Dee Tacko ●

Spangalang Brewery ●

Woods Boss Brewing ●

LODO

AC Golden Brewing Co

Cervecería Colorado

Denver Beer Co

Denver Chophouse & Brewery

Great Divide Brewing Co

Jagged Mountain Craft Brewery

Rock Bottom Denver

Sandlot Brewery

Smash Face Brewing

Wynkoop Brewing Co

MILE HI/AURARIA

Briar Common Brewery + Eatery

Burns Family Artisan Ales

Little Machine Beer

Odell Brewing Sloan’s Lake

Raices Brewing Co

Seedstock Brewery

Strange Craft Beer Co

Tivoli Brewing ●

Zuni St. Brewing Co

NORTHEAST DENVER

Danico Brewing ●

FlyteCo Tower ●

River North Wash. St. Taproom ●

NORTHWEST DENVER

Amalgam Brewing

Berkeley Alley Beer Co.

Bruz Beers ●

Call to Arms Brewing Co ●

Crooked Stave Artisan Beer Project

Denver Beer Co Canworks ●

Diebolt Brewing Co ●

The Empourium Brewing Co

FlyteCo Brewing ●

Goldspot Brewing Co

Grateful Gnome Sandwich Shoppe + Brewery ●

Hogshead Brewery

Oasis Brewing Co

Prost Brewing Co. & Biergarten

RINO

14er Brewing

Altitude Brewing & Supply

Bierstadt Lagerhaus

Black Shirt Brewing Co

Blue Moon Brewing Co

Cohesion Brewing Co

Great Divide Brewing Co

Left Hand Brewing Co

Mockery Brewing

New Belgium - The Woods at the Source

Odell Brewing Co

Our Mutual Friend

Ratio Beerworks ● River North Brewery

SOUTHEAST DENVER

Bull and Bush Brewery

Comrade Brewing

comradebrewing.com

720.748.0700

7677 E Iliff Ave

Denver

Copper Kettle Brewing Co ●

Denver Beer Co

SOUTHWEST DENVER

Black Sky Brewery

Chain Reaction Brewing Co

Renegade Brewing Co

COLORADO CRAFT

DENVER SUBURBS

ARVADA

Denver Beer Co

Elevated Seltzer

LUKI Brewery

New Image Brewing

Odyssey Beerwerks

Resolute Brewing Tap & Cellar

Someplace Else Brewery

Spice Trade Brewing at Yak & Yeti

AURORA

A Bit Twisted Brewpub

Bent Barley Brewing Co

BJ’s ●

Cheluna Brewing Co

Dry Dock Brewing Co North Dock

Dry Dock Brewing Co South Dock

Jade Mountain Brewing Co

Lady Justice Brewing

Launch Pad Brewery

Second Dawn Brewing

Six Capital Brewing & BBQ ● Ursula Brewing Co

BRIGHTON

Big Choice Brewing

Flood Stage Ale Works

Something Brewery

BROOMFIELD

4 Noses Brewing Co

Gordon Biersch

Rails End Beer Co

CASTLE ROCK

105 West Brewing Co

Burly Brewing

The Elizabeth Brewing Co

Great Divide Brewery & Roadhouse

Iron Mule Brewery

Rockyard Brewing Co

Wild Blue Yonder Brewing Co

CENTENNIAL/GREENWOOD

VILLAGE/HIGHLANDS RANCH

3 Freaks Brewery

Blue Spruce Brewing Co

Grist Brewing Co

Halfpenny Brewing Co

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Holidaily Brewing Taproom

Little Dry Creek Brewery ●

Lone Tree Brewing Co

Los Dos Potrillos Mexican Restaurant y Cerveceria ●

Prost Brewing Co & Biergarten

Resolute Brewing Co

Rock Bottom Centennial ●

Rock Bottom Highlands Ranch ●

Spice Trade Brewing Co

Two22 Brew ●

EDGEWATER/WHEAT RIDGE

Barquentine Brewing Co

Brewery Rickoli ●

Colorado Plus Brew Pub ● ●

Joyride Brewing Co ●

New Image Brewing

ENGLEWOOD AREA

Brewability Lab ● ●

Peak View Brewing Co

Sunroom Brewing ● ●

FREDERICK

Mirror Image Brewing Co

Mountain Cowboy Brewing Co

GOLDEN

Barrels and Bottles Brewery ●

Cannonball Creek Brewing Co ●

Coda Brewing

Coors Brewing Co

Golden City Brewery ●

Holidaily Brewing Co

Holidailybrewing.com

303.278.BEER

801 Brickyard Cir., Golden

Mountain Toad Brewing ●

New Terrain Brewing ● ●

Ohm Brewing

Over Yonder Brewing

LAKEWOOD

6 and 40 Brewery

BJ’s

Great Frontier Brewing Co

Green Mountain Beer Co

Landlocked Ales

Old 121 Brewhouse

Westfax Brewing Co

LITTLETON AREA

Blue Spruce Brewing Co

Breckenridge Brewery ●

Coal Mine Ave. Brewing Co

Comet Brews ●

Grist Lounge

Jackass Hill Brewery ●

Lariat Lodge Brewing

Living the Dream Brewing Co

Locavore Beer Works

Los Dos Potrillos Mexican

Restaurant y Cerveceria ●

NORTHGLENN/THORNTON

Mother Tucker Brewery ● ●

Satire Brewing Co ● ●

PARKER

Barnett and Son Brewing Co ● ●

Downhill Brewing Co ●

Los Dos Potrillos Mexican Restaurant y Cerveceria ●

Welcome Home Brewery

WESTMINSTER

BJ’s ●

Frolic Brewing Co ●

Kokopelli Beer Co ● ●

Westminster Brewing Co

Windfall Brewing Co

BOULDER COUNTY

Busey Brews - Nederland

Echo Brewing Co - Erie ●

Fritz Family Brewers - Niwot

Howlin Wind Brewing and Blending - Rollinsville

Industrial Revolution Brewing - Erie

Knotted Root Brewing Co - Nederland

MainStage Brewing - Lyons ●

Oskar Blues Grill & Brew - Lyons

Very Nice Brewing - Nederland ●

BOULDER

Asher Brewing Co

Avery Brewing ●

Beyond the Mountain Brewing Co

BJ’s ●

Boulder Social ●

Finkel & Garf Brewing Co

Kettle and Spoke Brewery

Mountain Sun Pub & Brewery ●

Oskar Blues Taproom ● ●

The Post Chicken and Beer ●

Sanitas Brewing Co ● ●

Southern Sun ●

Twisted Pine Brewing ● ●

Uhl’s Brewing Co

Upslope Brewing Co ● ●

Vision Quest Brewing Co

Wild Provisions Beer Project

LAFAYETTE

Cellar West Artisan Ales ●

Front Range Brewing ● ●

Liquid Mechanics ● ●

Odd 13 Brewing Inc ● ●

The Post Brewing Co ● ●

Westbound and Down Brewing Co

LONGMONT

300 Suns Brewing ●

Bootstrap Brewing ● ●

Collision Brewing Co ●

Großen Bart Brewery ● ●

Knuckle Puck Brewing

Left Hand Brewing Co ●

Oskar Blues Brewing ●

Outworld Brewing

Primitive Beer

The Post Chicken and Beer

Pumphouse Brewery ●

Shoes and Brews

Wibby Brewing ● ●

LOUISVILLE

12Degree Brewing ●

Crystal Springs Brewing Co

Gravity Brewing ● ●

LIBATIONS LISTINGS

Mother Tucker Brewery ●

Redgarden Restaurant & Brewery ●

S. FRONT RANGE

BierWerks Brewery - Woodland Park ● ●

Crafty Canary Brewery - Walsenburg

Florence Brewing - Florence

Funky Town Brewing - Florissant

Manitou Brewing - Manitou Springs ●

Mountain Merman - La Veta ●

Paradox Beer Co - Divide ●

Paradox Beer Co., Trinidad Outpost

World’s End Brewing Co - Cañon City

COLORADO SPRINGS

Atrevida Beer Co ●

Batch Slapped Brewery / Cidery

Battle Mountain Brewing ●

Bell Brothers Brewing

BJ’s ●

Black Forest Brewing Co ●

Brass Brewing Co ●

Bristol Brewing ●

Cerberus Brewing Co ●

Cogstone Brewing Co ● ●

Colorado Mountain Brewery ●

Dueces Wild Brewery ●

Father & Sons Brewery ●

FH Beerworks ●

Fossil Craft Beer Co ●

Goat Patch Brewing Co ●

JAKs Brewing Co ●

Local Relic ●

Lost Friend Brewing ●

Mash Mechanix Brewing

Metric Brewing ●

Nano 108 ●

OCC Brewing

Peaks N Pines Brewing Co ●

Phantom Canyon ● ●

Pikes Peak Brewing Co ● ●

Red Leg Brewing ●

Red Swing Brewhouse

Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery ●

Rocky Mountain Brewery ●

Smiling Toad Brewery ●

Storybook Brewing ●

Trinity Brewing ●

Urban Animal Beer Co

Wackadoo Brewing

Whistle Pig Brewing Co ● ●

PUEBLO

Brues Alehouse Brewing Co ● ●

Reservoir Brewing Co

Shamrock Brewing ●

Walter’s Brewery & Taproom

N. FRONT RANGE

Old Colorado Brewing - Wellington ●

Sheaf & Kettle Brewery - Eaton

Soul Squared Brewing - Wellington ●

Timnath Beerwerks - Timnath ●

ESTES PARK

Avant Garde Aleworks

Estes Park Brewery ●

Lumpy Ridge Brewing Co

The Post Chicken and Beer ●

Rock Cut Brewing Co

FORT COLLINS

Anheuser-Busch

BJ’s ●

Black Bottle Brewery ●

Coopersmith’s Pub & Brewing ●

Crooked Stave Brewing

DC Oakes Brewhouse & Eatery ●

Envy Brewing

Equinox Brewing ●

Funkwerks

Gilded Goat Brewing Co ●

Hello Brewing Co

Horse & Dragon Brewing Co

Intersect Brewing ●

Jessup Farm Barrel House ●

Maxline Brewing ●

Mythmaker Brewing

New Belgium Brewing Co ● ●

Obstacle Brewing and Grill ●

Odell Brewing Co ● ●

Peculier Ales

Pitchers Brewery

The Post Chicken and Beer ●

Prost Brewing Co

Purpose Brewing

Rally King Brewing

Ramskeller Brewery ●

Snowbank Brewing

Stodgy Brewing Co ●

SweetWater Brewery

Zwei Brewing Co ● ●

GREELEY

Crabtree Brewing ● ●

Rule 105 Brewing Co ●

Tightknit Brewing Co ● ●

WeldWerks Brewing Co

Wiley Roots Brewing Co ●

Yetters Brewing

LOVELAND/BERTHOUD

Berthoud Brewing Co

Big Beaver Brewing Co ●

Big Thompson Brewery

City Star Brewing ●

Crow Hop Brewing

Grimm Brothers Brewhouse

Loveland Aleworks

Mountain Cowboy Coffee House & Taproom ● ●

Rock Bottom ●

Rock Coast Brewery

Sky Bear Brewery and Pub

Verboten Brewing Co

WINDSOR

High Hops Brewery ●

Mash Lab Brewing ●

Mighty River Brewing ● ●

Peculier Ales ● ●

CENTRAL COLORADO

Browns Canyon Brewing - Buena Vista

Eddyline Brewery - Buena Vista ●

Elevation Beer Co - Poncha Springs ●

HighSide Brewing - Fairplay

South Park Brewing Co - Fairplay ●

T-Road Brewing Company - Crestone

Two Mile Brewing Co - Leadville ●

SALIDA

Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub ●

Soulcraft Brewing

Tres Litros Beer Co

SOUTHWEST

Avalanche Brewing Co - Silverton ●

Bottom Shelf Brewery - Bayfield ●

Colorado Boy Brewery - Montrose, Ridgway ●

Dolores River Brewery - Dolores ● ●

Golden Block Brewery - Silverton ●

Horsefly Brewing Co - Montrose ● ●

Lake City Brewing - Lake City

Mancos Brewing Co - Mancos ●

San Juan Brews - Montrose

Silver Basin Brewing - Montrose

Smuggler’s Brewpub - Telluride ●

Square Peg Brewerks - Creede

Stoik Beer Co - Delta

Stronghouse Brew Pub - Telluride

Telluride Brewing Co - Telluride

Three Barrel Brewing Co - Del Norte ●

CORTEZ

J. Fargo’s Family Dining & Micro Brewery ●

Main Street Brewery & Restaurant ●

WildEdge Brewing Collective

DURANGO

Anarchy Brewing

Animas Brewing Co ●

Carver Brewing Co ●

Durango Beer and Ice Co

Ska Brewing Co ● ●

Steamworks Brewing Co ●

GUNNISON/CRESTED

OURAY

Colorado Boy Southwest Pub ●

Ouray Brewery ●

Ourayle House Brewery

Red Mountain Brewing ●

PAGOSA SPRINGS

The Break Room Brewing Co

Pagosa Brewing Co ●

Riff Raff Brewing ● ●

ALAMOSA

The Colorado Farm Brewery

San Luis Valley Brewing ●

Square Peg Brewerks

PAONIA

Chrysalis Barrel Aged Beer

Paonia United Brewing Co

NORTHEAST

Parts & Labor Brewing Co - Sterling

Tumbleweed Brewing & Wine - Yuma

NORTHWEST

Camber Brewing Co - Fraser

Fraser River Beer Co - Fraser

Grand Adventure Brewing - Kremmling

Never Summer Brewing Co - Granby

Smoking River Brewing Co - Meeker

Vicious Cycle Brewing - Fraser

World’s End Brewpub - Grand Lake

Yampa Valley Taproom - Craig

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS

Mahogany Ridge Brewery & Grill ●

Mountain Tap Brewery ●

Storm Peak Brewing Co

Yampa Valley Brewing Co

WINTER PARK

Big Trout Brewing Co

Hideaway Park Brewery

The Peak Bistro & Brewery ●

I-70 CORRIDOR

EAGLE COUNTY

7 Hermits Brewing Co - Vail ●

Vail Brewing Co - Vail ● ●

ASPEN/CARBONDALE/ GLENWOOD SPRINGS

Aspen Brewing Co ●

Ball Brewing

Capitol Creek Brewery ●

Carbondale Beer Works ●

Casey Brewing and Blending

Gemini Beer Co

Kannah Creek Brewing Co ●

Ramblebine Brewing Co ●

The Rockslide Restaurant and Brewery ●

GRAND MESA AREA

Base Camp Provisions - Fruita ●

Copper Club Brewing Co - Fruita ●

Dented Face Brewing Co - Delta

Mad Russian Brewing Co - Olathe

Palisade Brewing Co ● ●

Suds Brothers Brewery - Fruita ● ●

CENTRAL CITY/GEORGETOWN/ IDAHO SPRINGS

Cabin Creek Brewing - Georgetown ●

Dostal Alley Saloon & Gambling

Emporium - Central City ●

Guanella Pass Brewing - Georgetown

Tommyknocker Brewery & PubIdaho Springs ●

Westbound & Down Brewing Co - Idaho Springs ●

EVERGREEN

El Rancho Brewing Co ●

Evergreen Brewery ●

Lariat Lodge Brewing ● ●

SUMMIT COUNTY

Angry James Brewing - Silverthorne

The Baker’s Brewery - Silverthorne ●

Breckenridge Brewery & Pub ●

Broken Compass Brewing - Breck.

Dillon Dam Brewery - Dillon ● ●

HighSide Brewing - Frisco ● ●

Outer Range Brewing Co - Frisco ●

Pug Ryan’s Brewery - Dillon ●

Steep Brewing & Coffee - Keystone ●

Syndicate Brewing Co - Silverthorne

DISTRIBUTION ONLY

Ceria Brewing

Dive Bar Brewing Co

Donovan Brewing Co

Idylwilde Brewing

New Planet Beer

Saint Patrick’s Brewing

Sleeping Giant Brewing

DISTILLERIES

DENVER/BOULDER

52Eighty Distilling - Littleton

Abbott & Wallace - Longmont

Anders’ Vodka - Parker

Archetype Distillery - Denver

Arta Tequila - Englewood

BUTTE

The Eldo Brewpub & Venue ● ●

High Alpine Brewing Co ●

Irwin Brewing Co

Glenwood Canyon Brew Pub ●

Roaring Fork Beer Co ●

GRAND JUNCTION

Base Camp Beer Works

Edgewater Brewery ●

Foam & Folly Brewing

atöst Lounge - Golden

Ballmer Peak Distillery - Lakewood

Bear Creek Distillery - Denver

The Block Distilling Co - Denver

Boulder Spirits by Vapor Distillery - Boulder