Here’s where to grab a beer in Summit County on St. Patrick’s Day
Many local breweries and restaurants are paying homage to the Irish holiday
Breckenridge Brewery/Courtesy photo
Editor’s note: This story was last updated at 5:55 p.m. on Sunday, March 12. This story will be updated as more restaurants and bars plan St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
St. Patrick’s Day is just a week away, and some Summit County restaurants and bars are already preparing to pay homage to the Irish celebration.
Angry James Brewery
421 Adams Ave., Silverthorne; 970-455-8800; AngryJamesBrewing.com
For the first time, Angry James Brewery released its first custom St. Patrick’s Day T-shirts. According to its Facebook page, the brewery released two beers in recognition of the holiday, too. Try the Mountain Goats Oatmeal Stout, which is a collaboration with Broken Compass Brewing and Outer Range Brewing Co, or try the Two Tone Footer Coffee Stout.
Psst, the brewery’s Facebook page teases more information to come regarding St. Patrick’s Day celebrations.
The Baker’s Brewery
531 Silverthorne Lane, Silverthorne; 970-468-0170; TheBakersBrewery.com
Baker’s Brewery is bringing the party from 8-11 p.m. with four-man band Horizon Line. According to the brewery’s Facebook event, the band’s members will play rock and roll tunes through the night. Horizon Lines will play a mix of covers as well as a selection of original songs inspired by High Country living, says the event post.
Breckenridge Brewery & Pub
600 S. Main St., Breckenridge; 970-453-1550; BreckBrew.com
Breckenridge Brewery’s Nitro Irish Stout is back. According to the brewery’s website, the stout is “brewed with roasted Irish barley for a rich malty flavor.”
Burke and Riley’s Irish Pub
520 S. Main St., Breckenridge; 970-547-2782; BurkeAndRileysPub.com
This Breckenridge-based Irish pub is kicking off the day at 9 a.m. with kegs and eggs, which includes a breakfast burrito paired with either a green beer or bloody mary for $12. During the day, the pub is also offering car bomb specials and traditional Irish music by Kevin Eddy from 5-8 p.m. Cover beings at 11 a.m.
Starting at 8 p.m., the pub will transform into “Club Shamrock,” which will feature a dance party and giveaways.
Dillon Dam Brewery
100 Little Dam St., Dillon; 970-262-7777; DamBrewery.com
The Dillon Dam Brewery is back with its open mic nights, one of which is from 9:30 p.m. to midnight on Friday, March 17. According to the brewery’s Facebook event, host Levi Corrigan will welcome performers, all of whom will get one free pint.
The brewery is also offering happy hour prices and $5 Bulleit shots and drinks.
Outer Range Brewing Co.
182 Lusher Court, Frisco; OuterRange.com
Each Friday, Outer Range Brewing Co. releases new beers, and St. Patrick’s Day is no different. Check the brewery’s Instagram page at Instagram.com/outerrangebrewingco for a sneak peek of which beers will be released.
The Pad
491 Rainbow Drive, Silverthorne; 970-445-7767; ThePadLife.com
The hostel-and-hotel combo’s “Paddies Day” will feature a happy hour from 4-6 p.m. with live music from Andy Stratton. Live music with Mud Season continues from 6-9 p.m. The celebration welcomes furry friends, too.
Syndicate Brewing
203 Summit Place, Silverthorne; 970-485-6799; SyndicateBrewingCo.com
Those who are in search of an Irish stout can count on Syndicate Brewing. According to the brewery’s Instagram page, the brewery’s O’Tooler’s Irish Stout is on tap as of March 1.
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