23 Colorado Breweries Win 26 Medals at the 2020 Great American Beer Festival

More than 8,800 beers from 1,720 breweries across America joined the annual competition, which hosted its first-ever virtual awards ceremony.

By Allyson Reedy

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Where Are Colorado’s Black Brewers?

By Morgan Carter

Breckenridge Brewer Suzanne Nance Debuts Women’s Equality Day Sour

By Shauna Farnell

Black Is Beautiful Is Now On Tap in Colorado

By Morgan Carter

The Coronavirus Shutters Bru Handbuilt Ales & Eats in Boulder

By Douglas Brown

Celebrate National IPA Day with Lady Justice Brewing Company’s Tasting Experience

On August 6, the brewery will host IPA school, featuring to-go flights paired with a virtual tasting class.

By Allyson Reedy

Craft Alley Helps Beer Drinkers Get Their Fix—And Local Breweries Stay Afloat

The Platt Park-based company delivers customized, Colorado-made crowler selections to Denverites’ homes.

By Tony Rehagen

3 Colorado Breweries Expand Despite Coronavirus-Related Setbacks

Beer makers in Broomfield, Colorado Springs, and Idaho Springs brewed different strategies for surviving dine-in closures and restrictions.

By Hudson Lindenberger

How 2 Mountain Town Breweries Are Coping During the Pandemic

Owners share challenges, including the loss of tourism and the complexities of reopening with new health and safety regulations in place.

By Douglas Brown

Quench Your Thirst with Local Belgian-Style Beers

These six Front Range spots are serving exceptional suds, from saisons to lambics, inspired by the brewing traditions of Belgium.

By Douglas Brown

How Grouse Malt House’s Twila Soles Is Elevating Gluten-Free Beer

The owner of the Wellington malt house helps brewers make gluten-free suds that are just as tasty as their glutenous counterparts.

By Andra Coberly

5 Colorado Beer Trends to Watch

Here are the things that will be playing out in your pint (or can, or Crowler) over the next few years.

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How Raíces Is Making Latin American Beer and Culture More Accessible

With its vibrant new taproom, the brewery is pouring award-winning suds and working to facilitate cultural understanding in Sun Valley.

By Patricia Kaowthumrong

Tour West Denver’s Best Breweries

From Joyride Brewing Co.’s sweet rooftop to Seedstock Brewery’s lineup of Eastern European-inspired suds, there are plenty of reasons to quench your thirst in west Denver.

By Jessica LaRusso

One 5280 Editor’s Ode to Coors Banquet

A beer drinker defends his love of the classic golden lager.

By Jay Bouchard

5 Colorado Beers for Non-IPA Drinkers

If hop-bombs aren’t your bag, sip the spectrum with these all-the-rage brews instead.

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A Guide to the Wide, Wonderful World of IPAs

Brandon Capps, co-owner and head brewer of New Image Brewing in Arvada, shares his insight into how today’s most popular IPA styles fit together, plus his picks for the best Colorado IPAs.

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4 Must-Order Denver Beer and Food Pairings

Nothing against food trucks—but these Mile High City gastropubs are proof that great beer can be even more enjoyable when it’s served alongside elevated fare.

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Why WeldWerks Is Unlike Any Other Craft Beer Brand

Neil Fisher, co-founder and head brewer of WeldWerks Brewing Co. in Greeley, dishes on the secret to his company’s success.

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4 Must-Try Colorado Collaboration Brews

Local brewers love making suds with other beermakers. But the most innovative also work with chefs, distilleries, and winemakers to create unique sips.

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