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Last updated: May 2026
Colorado is one of America’s great craft beer states. With nearly 400 licensed breweries spread across five distinct regions — from the rolling prairies of the Eastern Plains to the world-famous craft corridors of Boulder and Fort Collins, the taprooms of Metropolitan Denver, the altitude-tested mountain breweries of the Central Rockies, and the canyon-country craft scene of the Western Slope — Colorado delivers a craft beer experience as big and bold as the Rockies themselves.
Use this guide to discover the best breweries across Colorado by region. Every listing links directly to PourDistrict so you can get hours, location, and contact information before you visit. All 384 Colorado breweries are listed on PourDistrict — this guide highlights the standouts by region.
Front Range: Boulder and Fort Collins
The Front Range corridor from Fort Collins through Boulder, Broomfield, Longmont, and Lafayette is home to some of the most celebrated craft breweries in Colorado. Fort Collins is the state’s undisputed craft beer capital — and Boulder’s brewing culture is as creative and boundary-pushing as the university town itself.
Boulder
Avery Brewing Company — One of Colorado’s most celebrated craft breweries producing an extraordinary range of styles from classic pale ales to boundary-pushing barrel-aged beers and experimental sours. Find them on PourDistrict.
MainStage Brewing — A community-focused Boulder brewery in the Gunbarrel neighborhood crafting exceptional craft beers for the local community. Find them on PourDistrict.
Wild Provisions by 4 Noses Brewing — Boulder’s most innovative brewery crafting inventive beers with local ingredients and a creative spirit that reflects Boulder’s food culture. Find them on PourDistrict.
Front Range Communities
4 Noses Brewing Company — A Broomfield craft brewery offering fresh, innovative beers that have earned a devoted following across the Front Range. Find them on PourDistrict.
300 Suns Brewing — An industrial-chic Longmont microbrewery with a patio and frequent events making it one of the Front Range’s best community taprooms. Find them on PourDistrict.
Howdy Beer — A Lafayette brewery serving fresh craft beers in a welcoming neighborhood taproom that captures the Front Range’s friendly community spirit. Find them on PourDistrict.
Intersect Brewing — An innovative Fort Collins brewery offering creative beers and a welcoming taproom experience in Colorado’s craft beer capital. Find them on PourDistrict.
Gilded Goat Brewing Company — Crafting exceptional beers in Fort Collins with unique brews that stand out even in a city full of outstanding craft producers. Find them on PourDistrict.
Westminster Brewing Co. — A local Westminster brewery crafting quality beers for the north Denver metro community. Find them on PourDistrict.
Metropolitan Denver: World-Class Craft Beer
Denver and its surrounding communities host one of the greatest craft beer scenes in the world. The River North Art District alone has more destination taprooms than most American cities have in total. From established neighborhood brewpubs to cutting-edge experimental producers, the Denver metro delivers craft at every level.
Station 26 Brewing Co. — A mellow Denver brewpub serving handcrafted beers in warm digs that once housed a fire station — one of the neighborhood’s most beloved community taprooms. Find them on PourDistrict.
Bruz Beers — Denver’s premier Belgian-style brewery pouring exceptional farmhouse ales and saisons in airy digs with a patio and rotating seasonal taps. Find them on PourDistrict.
Long Table Brewhouse — A craft brewery serving fresh beers in a community-focused Denver taproom that lives up to its welcoming name. Find them on PourDistrict.
Green Mountain Beer Company — A local Lakewood brewery crafting quality beers for the west Denver metro community with a neighborhood taproom feel. Find them on PourDistrict.
105 West Brewing Company — Castle Rock’s go-to craft brewery serving quality ales in a welcoming taproom that has become a community anchor in this fast-growing Denver suburb. Find them on PourDistrict.
Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs has emerged as one of Colorado’s fastest growing craft beer cities with a taproom culture that punches well above its population’s expectations.
Mash Mechanix Brewing Co. — A Colorado Springs craft brewery offering quality beers and a welcoming community atmosphere in the shadow of Pikes Peak. Find them on PourDistrict.
Atrevida Beer Company — Creating inventive versions of classic beers in a Colorado Springs microbrewery with a tasting room and patio — one of the city’s most distinctive craft experiences. Find them on PourDistrict.
Armillary Brewing Company — A local Colorado Springs brewery crafting quality beers for the Pikes Peak region community. Find them on PourDistrict.
Central Mountains: Ski Town Craft Beer
Colorado’s mountain towns have built a craft beer culture as spectacular as their surroundings. From Breckenridge and Silverthorne in Summit County to Steamboat Springs, Aspen, Estes Park, and the high-altitude community of Fairplay, mountain breweries produce beers designed for the outdoor lifestyle at elevations that challenge even experienced fermenters.
Breckenridge Brewery and Pub — An inviting local microbrewery, bar and eatery offering craft beers and pub grub in the heart of Breckenridge — the ski town taproom experience done right. Find them on PourDistrict.
Angry James Brewery — Crafting exceptional local beers in the heart of Silverthorne, Summit County — a favorite stop for skiers and mountain bikers exploring the Colorado high country. Find them on PourDistrict.
Pug Ryan’s Brewery — A rustic cabin-style steakhouse and brewpub in Dillon serving traditional American mains and house beers in a Summit County setting that captures mountain Colorado perfectly. Find them on PourDistrict.
Storm Peak Brewing Company — The taproom that defines craft beer culture in Colorado’s Yampa Valley, producing consistently excellent ales steps from Steamboat’s world-class ski resort. Find them on PourDistrict.
Aspen Brewing Company — Crafting exceptional beers in the heart of Aspen, Colorado — a refined mountain brewery experience that matches the town’s elevated expectations. Find them on PourDistrict.
Avant Garde Aleworks — Innovative craft beers in scenic Estes Park, gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park — one of Colorado’s most scenic brewery settings. Find them on PourDistrict.
Highside Brewing and BBQ — Handcrafted beers in the heart of Fairplay, Colorado — one of the state’s highest altitude breweries and a must-stop on South Park’s craft trail. Find them on PourDistrict.
Western Slope and Durango
Colorado’s Western Slope stretches from the canyon country of Grand Junction and the Palisade wine region through Durango’s historic downtown and the San Juan Mountains. The craft brewery scene here is defined by the rugged independence that characterizes Far Western Colorado.
Animas Brewing Company — A minimalist Durango brewpub inside a rustic-chic cabin serving Irish-influenced cooking and housemade brews — one of the Four Corners region’s most beloved craft experiences. Find them on PourDistrict.
Anarchy Brewing Company — Serving innovative beers and a welcoming taproom in downtown Durango — a craft brewery that captures the independent spirit of Southwest Colorado. Find them on PourDistrict.
Brewzone Silt — Serving craft beer on the Western Slope in Silt, Colorado — a community brewery between Grand Junction and Glenwood Springs serving the Garfield County craft beer market. Find them on PourDistrict.
Find All Colorado Breweries on PourDistrict
PourDistrict lists all 384 licensed Colorado breweries updated from Colorado’s official licensing database. Browse all Colorado Breweries on PourDistrict.
Also explore Colorado by region: Eastern Plains | Front Range | Metropolitan Denver | Central Mountains | Western Slope
Love Craft Beer? Take It Home With You
Can’t make it to Colorado right now — or just want to keep the craft beer experience going at home? These are our favorite ways to enjoy great beer between brewery visits.
Craft Beer Club — Get award-winning craft beers from small independent breweries delivered to your door every month. Each shipment includes beers from two featured breweries plus tasting notes and food pairing suggestions. Check out Craft Beer Club.
Beer Drop — Personalized craft beer subscriptions based on your taste preferences. Rate your beers and Beer Drop learns what you like, sending better picks every month. Great for discovering Colorado craft breweries that ship. Try Beer Drop.
Viator Brewery Tours — Book guided brewery tours across Colorado with Viator. Skip the logistics and let someone else handle the driving while you focus on the beer. Perfect for visitors or locals planning a group outing. Browse Colorado Brewery Tours.
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