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Top Winter Beers In Denver

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For some people, one of the best parts of living in Denver is being in close proximity to a multitude of breweries, both large and small. Because we live in Denver, we have access to some of the best beer in the entire world. Not only that, but local brewmasters are constantly coming up with new creations and various libations to quench our ongoing thirst for good beer. For each new season, we get access to a new recipe or special batch that only comes out once a year, so as autumn fades and winter blows in, we can get excited about the seasonal creations our local breweries will be releasing. Here are five of the best beers brewed close to home that will be available this winter.
Snowball Express - Kokopelli Beer Company
8931 N Harlan St.
Westminster, CO 80031
(303) 284-0135
www.kokopellibeerco.com

Snowball Express is dark and rich. It contains notes of fig, chocolate, plum and tobacco, providing a unique and powerful combination of flavor. The ABV comes in at a hefty 9.3 percent, so it's sure to warm you up even on the coldest of days. It's only available in their taproom, however, it is well worth the trip for any beer connoisseur. Bring the whole family up to their taproom and enjoy some great beer, delicious eats and board games everyone will enjoy.

Fade To Black Vol. 1- Left Hand Brewing Company
1265 Boston Ave.
Longmont, CO 80501
(303) 772-0258
www.lefthandbrewing.com

A three-time Gold Medal winner in the Foreign Stout category at the Great American Beer Fest is just one of the accolades this bold brew boasts. Notes of molasses, espresso, licorice and black cardamom give this beer its dark color and smooth taste. Named for the season in which everything seems to fade, Fade To Black will leave your pallet and tastebuds wanting more. The ABV is a respectable 8.5 percent, and it's available in liquor stores throughout the city. Be sure to make it a point to try this one and taste for yourself and find out why it's a three-time champion.

Wintry Emblem- Fiction Beer Company
7101 E Colfax Ave.
Denver, CO 80220
(720) 456-7163
www.fictionbeer.com

An oak aged winter spiced ale, Wintry Emblem blends a mixture of malt, spices and oak to give it its ruby brown color and intoxicating gingerbread aroma. It's not easy to find this one, as they are a fairly low-key brewery, however if you do, be sure to snatch some up and you sill surely not be disappointed. It's made for long-term cellaring, so don't be afraid to hold on to a couple of bottles to save for later.

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Old Jubilation Ale- Avery Brewing Company
4910 Nautilus Court
Boulder, CO 80301
(303) 440-4324
www.averybrewing.com

Old Jubilation Ale inspires just the emotions it's named after. A beautiful mahogany hue and a hint of hazelnut pave the way to a finish reminiscent of toffee and mocha. It's surprisingly brewed without spices, and thus uses only a combination of five special malts. According to the brewmasters, this beer pairs best with duck, lamb, prime rib, and other game meat, making it a must-have at your holiday dinner. As with all of these brews, it's only around for a limited time, so get your hands on some while you can.

Ben & Jerry's- New Belgium Brewery
500 Linden St.
Fort Collins, 80524
(970) 221-0524
www.newbelgium.com

I scream, you scream, we all scream for... ice cream beer? Sounds different, but absolutely delicious. These two companies are both masters of the pint in their own right, however, have come together to fight a common enemy: climate change. This salted caramel, brownie brown beer will benefit Protect Our Winters, an organization aimed at educating and mobilizing the snow-sport community in an effort to fight climate change. Not only will you be supporting a great cause, but you'll be drinking some great beer in the process.

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