Bar
Unclaimed profileMax Taps Co.
Highlands Ranch, CO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Max Taps Co. Is a taproom focused on Colorado craft beer, with an extensive rotating draft list spanning styles from lighter lagers to imperial stouts. Beyond beer, the menu includes a few Colorado wines and spirits, plus a shot section featuring a White Tea Shot and a Pickle Shot. Draft prices range from $5.75 to $10.50, and many beers are available in crowlers or growlers.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Juicy Bits, a New England IPA from WeldWerks Brewing Co., priced at $8.00. For something bolder, the Media Noche imperial stout at $10.50 is a strong choice. If you prefer a shot, the White Tea Shot at $4.00 offers a light 4.4% ABV option.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Colorado craft beer enthusiasts will appreciate the extensive rotating draft list featuring local breweries. Those seeking a non-alcoholic option can try the Athletic Brewing Company IPAs. The venue's focus on Colorado beers and spirits also appeals to those interested in regional products.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Draft beers range from $5.75 to $10.50. Shots are $4.00 each. Crowlers and growlers are available for many beers at $16 to $28.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The venue is dedicated to showcasing Colorado craft beer, with a draft list organized by styles such as Lighter Side, Hoppy, Belgian Styles, and Sours & Tarts. It also features a few Colorado wines and spirits, and offers a unique shot menu including a pickle shot made with vodka.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
The cocktail program is limited to a 'Shots & Specials' section with two named shots: a White Tea Shot and a Pickle Shot. Each is priced at $4.00 for 2oz. The White Tea Shot has a low 4.4% ABV, while the Pickle Shot is 20% ABV.
Menu strengths
- — Clear shot menu with two distinct options; Affordable at $4.00 each
Standout selections
- — White Tea Shot - $4.00, 2oz, 4.4% ABV
- — Pickle Shot - Regular OR Spicy - $4.00, 2oz, 20% ABV
Pricing: $4.00 per shot
Wine
The venue features 'a few Colorado wines' according to its mission statement, and the beer list page includes a 'Wines' section.
Menu strengths
- — Includes a wines section on the menu; Focus on Colorado wines aligns with the venue's local emphasis
Standout selections
- — The beer list page includes a section titled 'Wines' and 'Wines & Cocktails'.
Beer
The beer program is extensive, with a rotating draft list of Colorado craft beers organized into categories like Lighter Side, Hoppy, Sours & Tarts, and Dark Side. Customers mention a wide variety, including Honnibrook craft mead and hard ciders. Draft prices range from $5.75 to $10.50, and many beers are available to go.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive rotating draft list featuring many Colorado breweries
- — Draft list organized by style categories; Crowlers and growlers available for many beers
Standout selections
- — Juicy Bits - New England IPA, 6.7% ABV, $8.00
- — Media Noche - Imperial Stout, 13% ABV, $10.50
Pricing: $5.75 - $10.50 per draft, $16-$28 for crowlers/growlers
Nonalcoholic
Two non-alcoholic IPAs from Athletic Brewing Company are offered: Free Wave and Run Wild, both 0.5% ABV. This provides a credible non-alcoholic option for those seeking the IPA experience without alcohol.
Menu strengths
- — Offers two non-alcoholic IPA options from a well-known brewery
Standout selections
- — Free Wave - Non-Alcoholic IPA, 0.5% ABV; Run Wild - Non-Alcoholic IPA, 0.5% ABV
Spirits
Spirits are represented by a single named selection: the Pickle Shot, made with Breckenridge vodka and pickle juice, priced at $4.00 for 2oz.
Menu strengths
- — Features a Colorado vodka in the Pickle Shot
Standout selections
- — Pickle Shot - Regular OR Spicy - $4.00, 2oz, 20% ABV
Pricing: $4.00 per shot
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