New Belgium Brewing in Fort Collins would probably qualify, even though it was purchased in 2018 by Kirin and its flagship beers are available in supermarkets all over the country. While its famed tours, including a view of the foeder forest, are still suspended because of COVID, they are on many people’s beer bucket lists.
Denver itself is a destination, but as a single spot drawing beer lovers, Bierstadt Lagerhaus probably comes the closes, he suggests, with well-regarded beer, slow-pour presentation, giant games, a two-story layout, a strong food menu and ever-expanding indoor and outdoor spaces.
In their comments on the Westword Facebook post of the Colorado beer destination story, readers pour out their own suggestions. Says Brian:
Name the last time you went to Greeley and Weldworks wasn't the reason....Offers Christine:
Left Hand and Horse and Dragon!!!Adds Andrew:
Red Leg in the Springs is great, and right next to Garden of the GodsOffers Jason:
There’s TRVE.Concludes Floyd:
Ouray Brewing is in Ouray (enough said), and has swings for seats at the bar.
Colorado Boy is in Ridgeway (which has amazing scenery), has the second-best beer in Colorado, and great pizza. My wife and I have driven out of our way to go.
Broken Compass is in Breckenridge (beautiful mountains) and has THE best beer in Colorado. My wife and I drive there from Wheat Ridge.
I could go on and on. If you think there aren’t destination breweries here, you aren’t looking hard enough.
It’s beer.How far would you drive to visit a destination brewery? What spots would you suggest in Colorado? Post a comment or share your thoughts at [email protected].
