I once thought that a well-made lobster roll could only be found in New England. After sampling the lobster and prawn roll from Earls Kitchen + Bar, I am willing to admit I was wrong – good lobster rolls can exist outside of New England, and we have a perfect example right here in Denver. [...]
Monday, April 29, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
Since opening two years ago, Renegade Brewing Company has gained a reputation for pushing the boundaries on beer, which has proven to be popular with local hopheads. With success in the brewing world secured, the brewery is set to apply its aggressive and experimental mindset to pizza with the opening of Renegade Publik House this [...]
Tuesday, March 26, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
Love it or hate it, Colorado’s craft beer culture is centered on the taproom concept. Taprooms provide a central gathering place and fosters the sense of community that is a staple of so many smaller breweries, as well as providing brewers with a direct-to-consumer sales option by way of growlers. At the same time, it [...]
Saturday, March 23, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
Wit’s End Brewing Company’s new One Series is a study of the hop. The series, which is comprised of three different beers that all use the same yeast and grain bills but each featuring a different hop addition, is a great way for new and experienced beer drinkers alike to taste how a single hop [...]
Wednesday, March 20, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
With nearly 2,500 breweries in the U.S., it would seem like a new, small brewery would struggle to develop a market for its product. But that’s not the case here in Colorado. Our beer-friendly culture has allowed new breweries of modest size to flourish over the last few years. Look no further than Crooked Stave [...]
Wednesday, February 27, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
2013 appears to be the year of the new brewery. So far this year Denver has seen Epic Brewing confirm it’s new facility, DeSteeg opening up in the Highlands and Crazy Mountain looking for a second location in Denver. However, the biggest move, both literally and figuratively, has been the new Breckenridge Brewery. After a squabble [...]
Tuesday, February 26, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
We first covered the collaboration between Renegade Brewing and Wit’s End Brewing Company last month with a promise of more information as it became available. According to Renegade’s Facebook page, the result of the brew session has been named Judge Whoppner and will be released this Wednesday, Feb. 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the Renegade [...]
Monday, February 25, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
From previous chances to personally interact with brewers, I’ve come to realize that the beer industry is filled with incredibly engaging personalities. They love to share stories about their craft, have in-depth conversations about beer and generally spread the gospel of craft beer. After attending the Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Blue Moon Brewing Company’s [...]
Friday, February 22, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
Guess what beer is pictured below. It’s a brewery that is on tap at at least one of the Illegal Pete’s locations. Send your answer and your mailing address to contest@denveroffthewagon.com. The first 10 people to respond correctly will receive in the mail a voucher for a free pint at any of the 5 Illegal Pete’s [...]
Monday, February 18, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
Denver was buzzing during the 2012 Great American Beer Festival. Not from all the beer being consumed, but buzzing because Kevin Compton, head brewer with Epic Brewing Company, let slip the news that the decorated Salt Lake City brewery would be opening a second facility in Denver. Fast forward to January when Epic confirmed one [...]
Monday, February 11, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
Interested in burgers and beer? If you answered yes, good job and we’ve got a tip for you. Tuesday, Feb. 12, 2013, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (the YUMMM guys) and Blue Moon Brewing Company are teaming up for a burger and beer pairing dinner at Red Robin’s Arvada restaurant. Keith Villa, founder and head brewmaster [...]
Wednesday, January 30, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
It’s less than one month into the new year and already one potential beer trend for 2013 has been confirmed – the continued popularity of the collaboration brew. Two of Denver’s best neighborhood breweries, Renegade Brewing Company and Wit’s End Brewing Company, have teamed up on what promises to be an eagerly anticipated release later [...]
Tuesday, January 15, 2013 by Peter MacKellar
The X Games are gearing up for its 12th consecutive year in Aspen, Colo., from Jan. 24 through Jan. 27, and the big question isn’t who will win the SuperPipe or Big Air – its where to eat and drink if you’re heading up for the festivities. Eating and drinking around Aspen will never be cheap, but [...]
Monday, December 31, 2012 by Peter MacKellar
GABF – Yes, I know it’s the biggest beer event of the year, but this was the first year that my calendar lined up well and allowed me to make it to the GABF. It’s been billed as the Super Bowl of beer and it did not disappoint. The variety of beer and chance to [...]
Friday, December 28, 2012 by Peter MacKellar
Christmas is over and the focus has shifted to the one remaining holiday that places a premium on drinking skills – New Year’s Eve. While specific events are still being hashed out, most people have a general plan to hop from party to party until arriving at a final location in time for the ball [...]
Tuesday, December 18, 2012 by Peter MacKellar
When it comes to open container laws, what is the first city that you think of? Las Vegas? New Orleans? What if I told you Denver would soon be on the short list of cities allowing open containers of booze on their streets? Given the amount of breweries, restaurants and bars – as well as [...]
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