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Telluride Aug 2025
Small Town, Big Brews
“We’re a little more unique in having more lagers and lighter offerings,” Hayes says. “We’re not trying to reinvent anything. We just want to have simple, clean beer, and for you to come in and enjoy yourself.”
Vogue Jan 2025
A Guide to Telluride, Colorado—America’s Most Beautiful Mountain Town
“Housed in a stone building that dates back to the 1890s, Stronghouse might be one of the best little brewpubs in America.”
Only In Your State May 2024
Award-Winning Breweries
“We've gathered five award-winning breweries that have recently garnered well-deserved recognition for bottling up the best of the craft beer scene.”
Spoke+Blossom Fall 2023
Lager Room Talk: Raise A Pint Of America's Favorite Beer
“Sam) Enders (brewmaster at Stronghouse Brew Pub in Telluride) adds that, ‘If I can drink a pint and want another, that is always a sign that it’s a good lager.’”
USA Today Aug 2023
Awarded #1 Brewpub in America by USA Today
USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice 2023 has named Stronghouse Brew Pub in Telluride, Colorado as the Best Brewpub in the United States.
Denver Post Aug 2023
This tiny Western Slope beer maker was voted the best brewpub in the country
“Stronghouse Brew Pub opened in October 2020 and has since made waves among USA Today readers. It was recently voted the #1 brewpub in America by the publication.”
The New York Times July 2023
A Perfect Weekend in Telluride
“Back downtown, stop by the Stronghouse Brew Pub for Bavarian-style pretzels with beer-cheese dip and an elk jalapeño cheddar bratwurst amid a buzzy beer hall vibe.”
New York Times article
Telluride Daily Planet Aug 2023
USA Today readers vote in favor of the local brewery
“Enjoying a cold glass of craft beer on a sunny patio with the mountains in the distance is a quintessential Telluride experience.”
FOX 31 KDVR-TV Denver Aug 2023
Colorado Brew Pub named best in country
“The highest-voted brewpub in America is the Stronghouse Brew Pub, which is one of the last intact buildings in Telluride’s Four Corners. Built in 1892, there’s still a rustic feel to the place, except it pours beer now instead of storage for goods from the Rio Grande Southern Railway, according to its website.”
Fox 31 TV Denver article
The Denver Gazette Aug 2023
Brewpub in Colorado mountain town dubbed ‘Best in country’ by USA Today
“Ranking first overall was Telluride's Stronghouse Brew Pub, a brewery that's found in a historic building with a long list of taps and a menu of filled with alpine comfort foods, such as Bavarian pretzels and brats.”
Travel Off Path Aug 2023
These 8 U.S. Cities have been rated the Best for Foodies
With a slogan like “Let’s Beer”, you know the brews here must be good. Luckily the food and historic ambiance is also pretty great at Telluride’s Stronghouse Brew Pub, not to mention the views. Favorite foods here that complement the specialty beers include German-inspired dishes such as bratwurst and pretzels.
Condé Nast Traveler March 2021
Where to Eat, Stay and Play in Telluride
“No visit to Colorado is complete without a flight of tasty craft beers, so head to Stronghouse Brew Pub, which opened last year inside a historic stone building.”
LIV Magazine June 2021
Stronghouse Brew Pub
Ask (Owner) Chapus what her customers love most of the Stronghouse Brew Pub and her reply says it all: “It’s really that magic mix. The beer is outstanding. The food is great. Our crew is warm and knowledgeable. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, and the historic interior exudes its own special kind of charm. There’s a feeling that envelops you when you’re here, and it just feels good.”
Thirst Magazine Aug 2022
Classic building, fresh brews in Telluride
“General Manager Mike Hayes describes the beer list as balanced and approachable, with a variety of lagers and ales, mainstays and rotating seasonal beers…The brews inspired the simple but intentional food menu, where everything is made in-house.”
Telluride Visitors’ Guide Nov 2021
“I wanted to preserve this piece of Telluride history, says Victoria Chapus, Stronghouse owner. “This building was always part of the fabric of town. Our goal was to make the brewery just as much a part of the community…It's about making connections and celebrating people, friendships, and adventures."
