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The Monkey Barrel

Denver, CO

Inebrious Beverage Program Score: 80 out of 100

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Beverage Program Score

Research completed 2026-09-06 · Based on current public sources

Editor: Micah Rousey

Review methodology and evidence standards

The editorial take

The Monkey Barrel pours a Colorado-centric lineup: local beers on tap, a full bar featuring state spirits, and creative cocktails. Beer specials like $5 Juice Drop Hazy IPA and $10 Jameson & Tivoli Lager combos anchor the value. Whiskey drinkers can catch $1 off Bulleit or Crown Royal during open mic nights. It's a straightforward, event-driven drinking destination.

What should I order?
Start with the Juice Drop Hazy IPA at $5, a supported special for open mic nights. For a mixed drink, the $10 Jameson & Tivoli Lager combo pairs a whiskey shot with a local lager. If whiskey is your preference, Bulleit or Crown Royal with $1 off during comedy nights is a solid choice.
Who will enjoy this place?
Fans of Colorado craft beer and local spirits will find familiar names and event specials.
When should I go?
Event nights bring the best drink specials: Monday Night Football offers 20 Colorado beers starting at $3, and open mic comedy nights feature $5 Juice Drop Hazy IPA and $1 off select whiskeys.
What should I expect to spend?
Beers start at $3 during football events; the Juice Drop Hazy IPA is $5 on comedy nights. The Jameson and Tivoli Lager combo runs $10, and whiskey specials take $1 off standard pours.
What makes the beverage program distinctive?
The bar leans into Colorado products, with a full bar featuring local spirits and local beers on tap. Event-driven pricing, like $3 beers for football and themed shot-and-beer combos, sets a casual, deal-friendly tone.

Beverage categories

We only score what a venue sets out to do. Categories a venue doesn't attempt are left unscored rather than penalized.

Beer

Inebrious Beer score: 84 out of 100

A strong local beer program with 20 Colorado beers on tap, starting at $3 during football events. Named specials include a $5 Juice Drop Hazy IPA and a $10 Jameson & Tivoli Lager combo.

Menu strengths

  • — A wide selection of 20 Colorado beers on tap, with prices starting at $3 for events.
  • — Event-specific specials, like the $5 Juice Drop Hazy IPA, provide clear value.
  • — The $10 Jameson & Tivoli Lager combo pairs a local lager with a whiskey shot.

Standout selections

  • — Juice Drop Hazy IPA – $5 special during open mic nights.
  • — Tivoli Lager – featured in a $10 combo with Jameson.

Pricing: $3-$10

Spirits

Inebrious Spirits score: 82 out of 100

A full bar featuring Colorado spirits, with event specials on well-known whiskeys. $1 off Bulleit and Crown Royal during comedy nights, plus a $10 Jameson and Tivoli Lager combo, show a focus on approachable, value-driven pours.

Menu strengths

  • — The bar emphasizes Colorado spirits, aligning with a local-first approach.
  • — Event specials like $1 off Bulleit and Crown Royal make whiskey accessible.
  • — The Jameson & Tivoli Lager combo offers a straightforward shot-and-beer pairing.

Standout selections

  • — Bulleit Whiskey – $1 off during open mic nights.
  • — Crown Royal – $1 off during open mic nights.
  • — Jameson – paired with Tivoli Lager in a $10 combo.

Pricing: $1 off pour; $10 combo

About this review

Research is based on recent public evidence, including official venue materials and beverage menus when available. The review date is the research completion date and does not imply an in-person visit.

Review methodology and evidence standards

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