List of breweries in Colorado

Breweries in the U.S. state of Colorado produce a wide range of beers in different styles that are marketed locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

In 2012, Colorado's 161 breweries and brewpubs and three wholesalers employed 5,000 people directly, and more than 22,000 others in related jobs such as wholesaling and retailing.

[6] In Dumb and Dumber, Lloyd refers to Aspen, Colorado as "a place where the beer flows like wine".

Referenced by the Denver Business Journal,[42] it's rumored that the nickname was created by the Sheraton Hotel chain as part of their "Chief Beer Officer" promotion in 2008.

[44] While there is evidence of a saloon and brothel at 2009 Market Street[45] of historical significance, it seems likely that the true location of the first permanent structure is forever unknown.