Spring in Boulder, Colorado is one of the best times of year for craft beer lovers. Warmer temperatures, longer days, and blooming wildflowers create the perfect setting for sunny patio sessions and post-hike pints. Boulder’s craft beer scene remains one of the strongest in Colorado, blending pioneering history with fresh innovation. From bold IPAs to […]

A February Ritual That Defines Boulder’s Beer Culture Every February in Boulder, something familiar and comforting returns. The days are cold, the mountains are dusted with snow, and locals gather around dark, warming beers poured from chalkboard tap lists that change daily. This is Stout Month, and for more than three decades, it has been […]

Boulder County’s IPA Powerhouse: Why Westbound & Down Brewing Is One of the Best Breweries in the Country In a state overflowing with great beer, earning national recognition is no small accomplishment. Colorado is home to hundreds of breweries, many of them exceptional. Yet only a handful consistently rise above the rest. Westbound & Down […]

Let’s talk about that delicate dance between good cheer and good judgment. The holidays bring out the best in us: warmth, music, lights, friends, and the clink of glasses. They also bring out a classic seasonal combo that has been tempting fate for generations. Entertainment and alcohol mix easily. Add a touch of cannabis to […]

Avery Brewing is turning up the hop intensity this winter as IPA Fest returns to the Boulder taproom on December 6 from 4 to 8 PM. After the massive turnout for their Stout Month party, Avery is bringing back another style-focused festival — this time dedicated to bold, aromatic, hop-driven IPAs in all their forms. […]

When it comes to defining Boulder’s brewing legacy, few names carry the same weight as Avery Brewing Co. This year, Avery reaffirmed its place among the nation’s elite, earning a bronze medal at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival, the country’s premier beer competition held annually in Denver. Their winning entry, NaughTea, captured the judges’ […]

Today, the taps are open, the crowds are ready, and the aroma of hops is in the air — the Great American Beer Festival (GABF) officially kicks off Thursday, October 9, at Denver’s Colorado Convention Center. Running through Saturday, October 11, this legendary three-day event remains one of the largest and most celebrated beer gatherings […]

A Gold Medal Lager for the Season When fall arrives in Colorado, Avery Brewing Company knows how to match the moment. This year, their seasonal release Cold Front isn’t just another lager hitting shelves in October and November—it’s an internationally recognized standout. Cold Front earned the Gold Medal at the 2025 World Beer Cup in […]

Spring into Boulder: 10 Best Things to Do This Season in Boulder, Colorado As the snow melts and the tulips bloom, Boulder, Colorado transforms into a springtime playground for adventurers, foodies, and nature lovers. With crisp mountain air, sunny skies, and longer days, spring is the perfect time to explore the best of Boulder. Here […]

When the Brewers Association released its list of the Top 50 Craft Breweries in the United States for 2024, Boulder County had reason to raise a pint in celebration. Monster Brewing, based in Longmont, just outside Boulder, earned the #10 spot nationally—a remarkable climb that signals both growth and staying power in a challenging year […]