Bar
Unclaimed profileColorado Tap House
Arvada, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Colorado Tap House leans into its home state with a cocktail list built on Colorado spirits and handmade mixers. The Olde Town Fashioned arrives with a custom 2-inch Colorado 'C' ice cube, and the Pioneer Mule comes in a hammered copper mug. Prices stay reasonable, from $10.50 to $12.50, while wine slushies and a beer-focused identity round out the program. It's a casual, local-minded spot for straightforward drinks.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Olde Town Fashioned, featuring Mile High Fireside whiskey, cherry-honey syrup, and a 2-inch Colorado 'C' ice cube. The Ranch Water offers a lighter, tequila-based option with jalapeño lime juice. For a classic with a copper mug, the Pioneer Mule pairs Mythology Jungle Cat vodka with Rocky Mountain extra spicy ginger beer.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Locals and visitors seeking Colorado-centric drinks will appreciate the emphasis on local spirits and beers. The family-friendly tap house atmosphere, with firepits and games, suits groups looking for a casual drinking spot. Cocktail enthusiasts will find value in the hand-crafted classics at moderate prices.
- When should I go?
- The venue hosts events like trivia and live music, which could add to the experience on those days.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails range from $10.50 to $12.50, with most around $11 to $12.50. No wine or beer prices are available, so expect to spend similarly for a standard bar pour, though the lack of evidence limits a precise estimate.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The program's strongest hook is its commitment to Colorado spirits and handmade mixers, with signature touches like the 2-inch Colorado 'C' ice cube in the Olde Town Fashioned and the hammered copper mug for the Pioneer Mule. Wine slushies add a playful, distinctive option not typical of a tap house.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Nine hand-crafted cocktails built on Colorado spirits and handmade mixers, with notable details like a custom ice cube and copper mug. Prices are moderate, and the list spans classics to local signatures.
Menu strengths
- — Emphasis on Colorado spirits and handmade mixers; Variety of classic and signature cocktails
Standout selections
- — Olde Town Fashioned – Mile High Fireside whiskey, cherry-honey syrup, bitters, and a 2-inch Colorado 'C' ice cube
- — Pioneer Mule – Mythology Jungle Cat vodka, Rocky Mountain extra spicy ginger beer, served in a hammered copper mug
- — Ranch Water – Dano's Dangerous tequila, jalapeño lime juice, and soda
Pricing: Cocktails range from $10.50 to $12.50.
Wine
The venue promotes Colorado-produced wines and lists 'WINE SLUSHIES' as an offering. No specific wine list or prices were found, limiting the assessment to this distinctive but under-documented option.
Standout selections
- — Wine slushies – a playful, cold option mentioned on the menu
Beer
No detailed list or prices are available, but the reputation is strong.
Standout selections
- — Tangerine cream beer – mentioned by reviewers as a favorite
- — Pear cider – another reviewer-named favorite
Spirits
The menu includes whiskey and spirits sections, with cocktails using local whiskey, tequila, vodka, and rum. The focus on Colorado spirits is consistent, though no dedicated spirits list or tasting menu is available.
Standout selections
- — Mile High Fireside whiskey – featured in the Olde Town Fashioned
- — Dano's Dangerous tequila – used in the Ranch Water and Dangerous Margarita
How it sits with the food
No food menu is available, but the cocktail list suggests pairings: the Olde Town Fashioned's cherry-honey sweetness could stand up to smoked meats, while the Ranch Water's jalapeño and lime would cut through rich, fried appetizers. The Mountain Mojito's mint and lime offer a refreshing contrast to spicy bar snacks.
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