10 Breckenridge Breweries Worth Visiting

Colorado is recognized internationally for being the ultimate destination for outdoor recreation. Now when you travel the world, something else always finds its way into the conversation about Colorado: craft beer.

In truth, Colorado has always held a mystical appeal to beer enthusiasts. For many, visiting the Coors brewery was a must for anyone visiting Colorado in the 1970s, before the company became the empire it is today. Since its start in 1873, Coors has grown to be the 4th largest beer producer in the world. Despite Coors success, Colorado has taken to a more upscale form of beer drinking: craft beers. Fast forward a few decades, and Colorado is home to more than 350 craft breweries. In 2017, Colorado was ranked #3 with the most craft beer breweries per state, with California and Washington barely ahead.

So, where is the best town to experience some of the craft breweries available? We vote Breckenridge, Colorado. Breckenridge breweries are among the finest and most unique in Colorado. If you’re headed to the high-elevation historic town, you’ll be treated to some fantastic, local brews in and around the Breckenridge area.

Here’s a list of 10 of the best breweries in Breckenridge, and our recommendations for how to drink them all in on your next Breck vacation.

Discover the ultimate guide to the top breweries in Breckenridge! Unveil the charm of T Bar, the quintessential Irish Pub Breckenridge has to offer. Delve into the vibrant scene of Breckenridge's top Bars and immerse yourself in the rich flavors of local craft beers. Explore the essence of Breckenridge's brewing culture, where every sip tells a story.

We’ll start with the largest brewery in Breck: the aptly named Breckenridge Brewery. This craft beer hub began operations in 1990, making it the third oldest craft beer brewery in the state. In 2015, Breckenridge Brewery grew to be the 5th largest in Colorado, producing 70,000 barrels of their signature beers. While most of the production goes on at their facility in Littleton, Colorado, the original Breck Brew Pub is located in the heart of historic downtown Breckenridge.

They have a range of food that is sure to pair well with any number of beers on the menu. The company has seven different lines of beer, resulting in dozens of unique brews ranging from easy session beers to hearty small-batch creations.

Photo courtesy of Breckenridge Brewery

It may not look like much from the outside, but CB and Potts has a huge line of award-winning beers, and is also located walking distance from most everywhere in Breck. In recent years, its Udder Chaos took Silver at the Great American Beer Festival for the Coffee Stout/Porter category, while its Big Horn Hefe won Silver among the South German Style Hefeweizens.

Dine in for a cozy and relaxed mountain atmosphere, and be sure to ask the servers to help you pair one of their beers with an item on the menu. Indulge in one of their signature beers such as the Pineapple Mosaic. The Pineapple Mosaic is an American Pale Ale fermented with pineapple puree and moderately hopped with mosaic. Beer isn't limited to the drinks, you can expect the food to have beer included on the list of ingredients... Spoil yourself with the prezel & beer cheese fondue to top off the perfect craft brew experience. Just like wine, these brews have specific pairings you won’t want to miss out on.

CB and Potts is open daily from 9am-8pm.

Happy hours: Check their website for updated happy hour specials.

Photo courtesy of CB and Potts

Although it’s located just outside of downtown Breckenridge, don’t let that stop you from experiencing the excitement, creativity, and community of Broken Compass Brewing. With Trivia Night Tuesdays and an acoustic event nearly every weekend, drinking with a friend has never sounded better! If you’re staying downtown, you can get a free ride out to the brewery (and a ride back) on the Lost Bus, the brewery-run shuttle service. Just make sure to call (not text, please) the driver at 970-406-2011. Hours for the bus generally begin around 12pm and run until 8pm.

Photo credits belong to Broken Compass Brewing.

For an extensive list of local brews, check out the Dillon Dam Brewery. With 15 taps, you’ll have a choice of rotating seasonals and Dillon Dam staples, all in a traditional brewpub setting. Recognized as one of the largest brewpubs in the Rockies, don’t expect a small or intimate setting. If you’re comfortable in a loud, exciting environment, this is definitely the place for you.

The menu includes standard pub fare, including a kids menu and a tasty weekend brunch menu. Check out their website for updated hours.

To visit all the best breweries in Breckenridge, you’ll have to explore a few neighboring towns. Luckily for you, Frisco and Silverthorne have their own unique charm and appeal, and exploring these areas will only add to your Breckenridge vacation. Get to know Breckenridge and the surrounding areas as if you were a local, craft beer in hand. Let us know if you have any questions, we're here to make sure you get the most out of your stay with us. See you soon!