Beer Review

Beer Review: Black Shirt Brewing Co.’s Red Evelyn IPA

The story behind this brew is almost as rich as the beer itself.

By Sarah Strohl

Beer Review: Avery Brewing’s Raja Double IPA

Billed as “The Prince of IPAs,” Avery's Raja fills a hole in the brewery's impressive lineup.

By Hudson Lindenberger

Beer Review: Vindication Brewing’s Freedom Stout

This no-fuss brew tastes like redemption.

By Hudson Lindenberger

Beer Review: Declaration’s Veiled Vixen Strawberry Wheat

Colorado's generous sunshine make this beer ideal for year-round enjoyment.

By Rachelle Benson

Beer Review: Caution’s Hippity Hops Chrysanthemum IPA

Hop on board the IPA train.

By Rachelle Benson

Beer Review: Oskar Blues’ Ten FIDY

If you like imperial stouts, nothing will beat this rich, seasonal release.

By Kiran Herbert

Beer Review: Left Hand Brewing’s Introvert Session IPA

Left Hand Brewing Co.'s Introvert Session IPA is the perfect beer to drink on a football-filled day with friends.

By Hudson Lindenberger

Beer Review: Left Hand’s Milk Stout

Mmmm... chocolate milk beer.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: Great Divide’s Titan IPA

This quintessential Colorado brew will make any hops-lover weak in the knees.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: BRU Handbuilt Ales’ Loch Wee Heavy Scotch Ale

Looking for the perfect autumn beer? Look no further—this Boulder ale will have you thinking that you're in Scotland on a crisp winter evening.

By Geoff Van Dyke

Beer Review: Caution Brewing’s Lao Wang Lager

This easy-to-drink brew can stand on its own, but it excels when paired with food (especially a spicy noodle bowl).

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: Elevation Beer Company’s 8 Second Kolsch

This sessionable brew is best enjoyed in the company of good friends with equally complex and interesting lives.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: Dry Dock’s Hefeweizen

For wheat lovers, a brew doesn't get much better than Dry Dock's rendition.

By Erin Skarda

Beer Review: Upslope Brewing Company’s Craft Lager

This Boulder-born brew is perfect for summer play.

By Jerilyn Forsythe

Beer Review: Ska Brewing’s Special ESB Ale

This brew is a little bit of everything, all rolled into one.

By Spencer Campbell

Beer Review: Avery Brewing’s Liliko’i Kepolo

This passionfruit-infused witbier is perfect for your next—or first—summer luau.

By Christopher Chase Edmunds

Beer Review: Aspen Brewing Company’s Independence Pass Ale

This brew is both a hoppy bomb and a surprisingly flavorful IPA that begs to be paired with food.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: Red Leg Brewing Company’s Doolittle IPA

While it's not as a bombastic as other Colorado IPAs, this brew will have staying power in our craft beer market.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: Pikes Peak’s Devil’s Head Red Ale

This red ale is enjoyably complex—without being overpowering.

By Chris Outcalt

Beer Review: Bristol Brewing’s Yellow Kite

For when you need a crisp, refreshing patio-pilsner.

By Christopher Chase Edmunds

Beer Review: Hoopla Pale Ale

In honor of the String Cheese Incident's 30th Red Rocks show, we reviewed keyboardist Kyle Hollingsworth's seasonal brew.

By Kiran Herbert

Beer Review: Black Shirt Brewing Co.’s Colorado Red Ale

A beer for all amber enthusiasts.

By Jerilyn Forsythe

Beer Review: Upslope Brewing Company’s Brown Ale

Upslope’s Brown Ale appeals to just about everyone—even the pickiest drinkers among us.

By Erin Skarda

Beer Review: Telluride Brewing Co.’s Face Down Brown Ale

This award-winning brown ale doesn't disappoint.

By Emily Hutto

Beer Review: Crazy Mountain Brewery’s Snowcat Coffee Stout

Vail Valley’s Crazy Mountain partnered with nearby Mountain Coffee & Tea to make this tasty, seasonal brew.

By Kiran Herbert

Beer Review: Denver Beer Co.’s Incredible Pedal IPA

A 5280 favorite and noteworthy Colorado IPA perfect for any time of year.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: Sanitas Brewing Co.’s Black IPA

The Boulder-based brewery nailed this complex but entirely delightful style of ale.

By Emily Hutto

Beer Review: Prost Brewing’s Altbier

This session brew satisfies our game-day beer cravings—and our tastebuds.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: River North Brewery’s Big City Quad

This high-ABV brew is reminiscent of a hearty oatmeal raisin cookie—perfectly suited for an ordinary night snuggled up on the couch.

By Natasha Gardner

Beer Review: New Belgium’s Frambozen

This crowd-pleasing seasonal brew is just what you need to add a dose of cheer to your winter beer selection.

By Natasha Gardner

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