Breweries in Boulder

Boulder, known for its variety of beers, tastings, and brewery tours, has nearly two dozen breweries and is considered a legendary craft beer city. The first microbrewery in Colorado opened in Boulder in 1979.

Boulder is home to misfits, mad scientists, and engineers who have taken brewing to new heights making Boulder’s beer trail a must-visit.

The breweries in Boulder are located in East Boulder, Gunbarrel, Central Boulder, 29th Street, Downtown, among others. Amenities offered by Boulder breweries include live entertainment, outdoor dining, snacks or food trucks on site, tours upon request, and gluten-free beers.

Best Breweries in Boulder

• Avery Brewing Co – Produces a variety of award-winning beers (one of Andrew’s favorites is the White Rascal, a Belgian White Ale) and offers food options like their smoked brisket nachos that are to die for!
• Mountain Sun Pubs & Brewery – Known for its relaxed atmosphere, extensive beer selection, and wide variety of food options.
• Sanitas Brewing Company – With 25+ beers on tap and comfortable tables for remote working and group get-togethers, their Boulder location has a large dog-friendly patio with a view of the Flatirons Mountains and Mount Sanitas.
• Upslope Brewing Company – Offers a range of beer styles, including their popular India Pale Ale and donates a percentage of can sales to local Trout Unlimited chapters among other sustainability efforts.
• Finkel & Garf Brewing Co – A family owned and operated craft brewery that produces over 50 new beers each year, including their award-winning Oatmeal Milk Stout.

Boulder CO Breweries