Cannabis and Craft Beer: A Match Made in Breckenridge  

Breckenridge, Colorado has long been known as a little slice of heaven, perfectly nestled in the Rocky Mountains. While this quaint town might be best known for its world-class skiing and snowboarding, the many Breckenridge breweries and craft cannabis cultivators are bringing their outstanding artistry and unmatched flavors to the mix. After hitting the slopes, why not enhance your experience with some local craft beer and buds!

Breweries in Breckenridge

Breckenridge breweries offer some of the most unique blends and flavors you’ll be hard-pressed to find elsewhere. Here is a small sampling of these local artisans to wet your whistle:

Breckenridge Brewery and Pub

If you’re looking for the OG Breckenridge brewery, this is it! A local staple in Breck for over 30 years, their small-batch craft beers are truly innovative and offer a diverse range of styles and unforgettable flavor profiles. From their classic Avalanche Amber Ale or Hazy Pilsner to their notable Vanilla Porter or Nitro Irish Stout, the Breckenridge Brewery and Pub has something for every palate!

Broken Compass Brewery

This dog-friendly Breckenridge brewery has two tap rooms for double the brews and twice the fun. Craft-beer enthusiasts will be treated to tasty innovations like their cold-fermented Kölsch, Camp Hale Kölsch, Mug of Thunder Chocolate Coffee Stout, or Did It All for Nanuk-ie, a West Coast IPA in honor of Nanuk the Alaskan Malamute. If an artisan brewski is not your vibe, try their Helter Seltzer. Check out their complete menu and events.

Highside Brewing

This dog-friendly taproom has 15 taps pouring a diverse melody of unique brews spanning IPAs, sours, lagers, pilsners, stouts, and a exceptional Kölsch, all intentionally and precisely crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Drop by for some live music, great food, and even better beer. Don’t forget your 4-pack to go!

The Perfect Pairing

There’s no better place than the Breck’s mountainous backdrop to relax with some fine craft beer and excellent buds. It’s pure synergy! Distinctive hops in craft beer merge with outstanding cannabis terpenes. These eclectic flavor profiles and the euphoric aromas of craft beer and cannabis offer an extraordinary sensory experience not soon forgotten.

How to Pair Craft Beer and Cannabis

With such diverse flavors in craft beer and cannabis, it may come down to preference, but here are some tips you might find helpful:

Choose Compatible Flavors: Select cannabis strains that have similar flavor notes to your beer. A citrusy IPA can balance well with Sativa or Indica strains. Try refreshing, fruity strains containing limonene, like:

• Binske Sour Cane
• Dulce De Uva
• Spilled Paint

Find Balance: Heavier beers, like porters and stouts, often pair better with less sweet flavor profiles for balance like:

• 1337 OG.
• Widowz

Pair Responsibly: If you’re new to beers and buds, consider noting the alcohol content and cannabis effect of your pairings, so you can enjoy responsibly.

For more tips and product recommendations, make sure to stop by Breckenridge Organic Therapy for all your cannabis needs.