December Beer Events

Thur., Dec. 3, 2 p.m.: Bligh’s Barleywine Bomber Release at Dry Dock Brewing Co. (2801 Tower Rd., Aurora). The 2015 Signature Series Bligh’s Barleywine will make its debut at Canoe Room on Thursday, December 3 at 2pm. Taste the beer on tap and purchase bombers at this release event. Don’t miss the Bligh’s pairing with Big…

Henry’s Tavern: 100 Beers on Tap & So Many Tasty Dishes!

My first visit to a Henry’s Tavern was this summer in Portland, Oregon. I was at the airport, looking for a place with a good beer selection where I could get a bite before heading back to Denver. That’s when I happened upon Henry’s: lots of local craft beers, and an appetizer called Gorgonzola Waffle…

Holiday Gift Guide for the Beer Lover

It’s not too early to get a jump on your holiday shopping. And if your list includes a beer lover or two, take a look at these ideas which are sure to please the beer enthusiast in your life. Or maybe you’d even like to add a little something for yourself! No matter what your…

November Beer Events

Thur., Nov. 5, 6:30 p.m.: Dogfish Head Craft Brewery Satellite Taproom at the West End Tavern (926 Pearl St., Boulder). Guests will get the chance to taste a full lineup from Dogfish Head and meet the brewers themselves, live and in person. Fri., Nov. 6, 6:30-9:30 p.m.: An Evening with Left Hand Brewing Company at Baur’s…

Deschutes Pop-Up Pub Comes to Denver this Sat., 10/17!

This Pop-Up Pub from Deschutes Brewery is happening this Saturday, Oct. 17, 2-10 p.m. in Denver! Please come out and join the fun while supporting Bicycle Colorado. Free to attend, and all proceeds are donated to Bicycle Colorado. Deschutes Brewery’s Street Pub Sets Up Shop in Denver “Crafted for Community,” this one-day-only event in the…

Thirsty Lion’s Fall Dishes, Seasonal Beers

As a beer lover, I know there is always something on tap for me at Thirsty Lion. Its 52 taps has something for every beer drinker: ambers, IPAs, lagers, saisons, stouts and more. And while I typically stick with the same few beers when I stop in, I am always excited to see what’s new when…

Denver Gets Funky with Sam Adams

Denver is an amazing place to be during the week of the Great American Beer Festival. In fact, it is the place to be. Craft beer enthusiasts and breweries alike travel from all over the country to attend this legendary event. And what happens when breweries and the people who love their beer come together in…

October Beer Events

Sat., Oct. 3, 12-4 p.m.: 10th Annual Falling Rock Fresh Hop Festival at Falling Rock Tap House (1919 Blake St., Denver). Hop growers have about 24 hours to get hops from the farm to the brewery’s drying kiln before they start showing signs of spoiling. When these hops connect with the wort within that 24-hour…

GABF 2015: Recap, Best in Show

The 2015 Great American Beer Festival promised to be “Bigger. Better. Beerier” than ever before. There was an additional 90,000 square feet in the tasting hall, a second entrance for ticket holders and around 3,800 beers from 750 or so breweries. And in my opinion, it was the best yet. I’ve been to dozens of beer festivals over…