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Beer

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Bars & Breweries

Beer Is Back at Popular Broadway Hot Chicken Joint

By Gabe TothMarch 5, 2026

“We did it. Our liquor license is approved. Fully. FINALLY.”

Business

Celebrate the 303: From Crocs to Cannabis, Colorado Has Your Number

By Patricia CalhounMarch 3, 2026

Cheers to 303 Day, and ten only-in-Colorado inventions and innovations.

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Bars & Breweries

Very Nice Brewing Company Not Having a Very Nice Time in Nederland

By Michael RobertsFebruary 19, 2026

“Who wants to come up to a majestic little mountain town with a toxic pile of burnt rubble in the middle of it?”

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Bars & Breweries

The Six Horniest Bars in Denver

By Sara RosenthalFebruary 13, 2026

Feeling thirsty as Valentine’s Day approaches? Check out these watering holes.

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Opinion | Reader Response

Reader: The Craft-Beer Industry Is Changing, and Not for the Better

By Patricia CalhounFebruary 1, 2026

The Great American Beer Festival is moving outdoors and cutting back days.

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Bars & Breweries

Another Denver Brewery Will Close Its Doors This Weekend

By Ryan PachmayerJanuary 30, 2026

“Denver County is just making it impossible for breweries to survive in every single way.”

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Bars & Breweries

Great American Beer Fest to Air It Out in 2026, Moving to Levitt Pavilion

By Gabe TothJanuary 27, 2026

It’s bailing on the Big Blue Bear and taking the brews outdoors.

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Sports

Unofficial Denver Broncos Drinking Game for the AFC Championship

By Thomas MitchellJanuary 24, 2026

It can be celebratory or dark, depending on how the game goes. Cheers!

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Bars & Breweries

Rotating Taproom Opening Second Location in Jefferson Park

By Kristin PazulskiJanuary 20, 2026

“It’ll be a cross between a taproom and a liquor store.”

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Shops & Markets

Pioneering Homebrewing Store Closing After More Than Thirty Years

By Molly MartinJanuary 16, 2026

Many local brewers and breweries got their start at the Brew Hut.

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Bars & Breweries

Get Lost in Belgium With New Film From Bruz Beers

By Gabe TothJanuary 12, 2026

It will premiere at the brewery on Thursday, January 15.

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Bars & Breweries

New Brewery Collective Is Bringing Unique Beers to Denver

By Ryan PachmayerJanuary 9, 2026

“I want there to be options outside of the prototypical stuff that you see on a menu.”

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Bars & Breweries

Dry Dock Brewing Announces Last Day, New Location

By Molly MartinJanuary 5, 2026

It’s moving out of Aurora and into Denver-proper.

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Bars & Breweries

31 Local Booze-Free Options for Dry January

By Abigail BlissJanuary 1, 2026

With a wide range of creative alternatives, there’s never been a better time to be sober-curious.

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Outdoors & Rec

Ten Best Things To Do in Evergreen

By Tim WeighartDecember 29, 2025

Evergreen is a charming town tucked into the mountains that is filled to the brim with extensive art, history and trails.

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Restaurants

Every Opening and Closing This Week: Four Spots Shutter

By Molly MartinDecember 27, 2025

One of the city’s best breweries has poured its last beer.

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Bars & Breweries

Sanitas Brewing Co. Drains Its Last Train Beer

By Gabe TothDecember 23, 2025

“It is no secret that the craft beer industry is currently facing significant challenges that impact business viability.”

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Bars & Breweries

The Good, the Bad and the Sudsy: Denver’s Year in Beer 2025

By Ryan PachmayerDecember 18, 2025

This year brought major changes to a constantly evolving scene.

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“Keep Those Local Breweries and Distilleries Open, Friends!”
Opinion | Reader Response

“Keep Those Local Breweries and Distilleries Open, Friends!”

By Patricia CalhounDecember 14, 2025

People drink more in Colorado than in many other states…and our Top 50 Bars lists plenty of places to do it!

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Bars & Breweries

The Best Dive Bars in Metro Denver

By Westword StaffNovember 26, 2025

Raise a glass to these old-school saloons!

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Bars & Breweries

Fans Raise Millions for Local Brewery as It Plans Expansion

By Ryan PachmayerNovember 10, 2025

“We’re trying to bring back pride and glory to Colorado craft beer.”

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Bars & Breweries

Aurora Brewery Closing, Planning to Relocate After Two Decades

By Molly MartinOctober 30, 2025

“We’re filled with gratitude for the past and also excited for the future.”

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