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Bars & Breweries

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Colorado Brewers Bag Nearly Two Dozen Awards at World Beer Cup

Colorado Brewers Bag Nearly Two Dozen Awards at World Beer Cup

By Gabe TothApril 24, 2026

“It’s clear that Colorado doesn’t just make world-class beer — we make it consistently.”

stools lined up in front of a bar

Three Denver Spots Nominated as Best New Bars in U.S.

By Antony BrunoApril 23, 2026

The city’s just snagged the most Tales of the Cocktail nominations across all categories since 2022.

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Want to Own a Piece of the Dark Horse? Bidding Is Now Open

By Molly MartinApril 9, 2026

A variety of memorabilia from the iconic Boulder bar is up for auction through April 14.

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man pushing a barrel of whiskey

Celebrated Distiller Is Back With ‘Big, Weird, Eccentric’ Whiskey Project

By Gabe TothApril 7, 2026

“In my mind, it’s all kind of throwback ’90s skateboard culture kind of stuff.”

Popular Highland Tasting Room Closing, Distillery Will Live On

Popular Highland Tasting Room Closing, Distillery Will Live On

By Molly MartinApril 6, 2026

“This next chapter is about returning to our roots as distillers.”

pouring a magnum

One of the World’s Biggest Wine Events Is Coming to Denver This Month

By Antony BrunoApril 6, 2026

The wine world is finally taking Denver seriously. Here’s why, and how to navigate $23,000 worth of vino in one room

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Cocktails and Hot Dogs for the Win: Yacht Club Nabs Another Big Honor

By Molly MartinApril 1, 2026

This team has a lot to celebrate.

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The Ultimate Guide to Denver’s Best Breweries

By Ryan PachmayerMarch 31, 2026

We’ve picked our favorites in every part of town.

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Fifteen-Year-Old Copper Kettle Brewery to Shutter This Summer

By Molly MartinMarch 30, 2026

The list of brewery closures continues to grow.

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Popular Wheat Ridge Brewpub Closing After Thirteen Years

By Brendan Joel KelleyMarch 30, 2026

“We need to step back and away from the industry we have loved for so long.”

front of Spice Trade Brewing

Yak & Yeti Is Out, Spice Trade Is Coming Back in Greenwood Village

By Brendan Joel KelleyMarch 20, 2026

“We’re going to use our community as the north star of where we go next.”

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George Clooney’s New N/A Beer Shares Its Name With a Local Taphouse

By Brendan Joel KelleyMarch 19, 2026

Crazy Mountain fans are seeing double.

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The Best Irish Bars for St. Patrick’s Day Drinking in Denver

By Molly MartinMarch 17, 2026

It’s time to go green and party Irish-style.

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Twelve of the Horniest Bars in Denver

By Sara RosenthalMarch 12, 2026

Feeling thirsty?

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Subterranean South Broadway HiFi Bar Debuts Today

By Molly MartinMarch 10, 2026

The city’s newest listening bar promises an “intimate European basement experience.”

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Five Colorado Irish Pubs Rank Among the Best in America

By Molly MartinMarch 9, 2026

The list includes the oldest Irish bar in the state.

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The End of an Era: World-Famous Dark Horse Will Go Dark March 14

By Molly MartinMarch 6, 2026

“Every laugh, story and shared moment made has built the legacy that will live on long after our doors close.”

a hot chicken sandwich and a beer

Beer Is Back at Popular Broadway Hot Chicken Joint

By Gabe TothMarch 5, 2026

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

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Denver’s First Distillery Pub Announces Upcoming Closure

By Gabe TothMarch 3, 2026

“We’re a small little spot that makes really great products from scratch, and it’s definitely hard to weather these ups and downs.”

Spirits in a lineup on a counter.

Hoot + Howl Spirits Wins Awards…While Single Malt Whiskey Ages

By Ryan PachmayerFebruary 25, 2026

“The connection is that they are all historically inspired spirits that we want to put our own unique twist on.”

Iconic Evergreen Bar Almost Out of the Legal Woods, Owners Say

By Michael RobertsFebruary 25, 2026

“This last year has been a big distraction from that core mission.”

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Another Round of Fees on Beer, Wine and Spirits Proposed at Colorado Legislature

By Antony BrunoFebruary 24, 2026

“Increasing taxes on breweries in Colorado would be like Maine lawmakers going after lobster fishermen or Georgia with peach farmers.”

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