Odell Brewing Co. | Thunder Lizard Hoppy Ale

February 18, 2025 | Brian Haitz

Few things pair better with a fresh powder day in Colorado’s high country than a mountainside pint. Such moments led to the inception of Copper Mountain and Odell Brewing Co.’s slopeside collaboration—Thunder Lizard hoppy ale. To celebrate the grand opening of Copper Mountain’s upgraded Timberline Express chairlift (known as T-Rex for short), the resort teamed up with its exclusive beer partner, Odell Brewing Co. to create a beer as thrilling as the lift it honors.

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More Than a Patio | Breweries Expand Outdoor Activities

August 2, 2023 | Scott Grossman

While virtually every craft brewery has a patio where patrons spend afternoons knocking back sessionable summer brews, several Denver-area breweries have taken the concept to a whole new level with a multitude of outdoor activities. These  taprooms offer more than just the patio experience, giving beer-lovers entertainment options like golf, games, dogs and mountain biking. Read More

Five Chicagoland Patios for Craft Beer We Can’t Wait to Visit Again

April 7, 2020 | Mike Zoller 1

Chicagoans cherish their patios as much as their tavern-style pizza or beef sandwiches. While we’re all staying inside to help flatten the curve and get through this pandemic as safely as possible, I couldn’t help but make a list of the patios I want to visit as soon as it’s safe to do so.

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