Denver beer drinkers who miss bellying up at one of Great Divide Brewing Co.’s now-closed taprooms will soon be able to do so once again.
Wilding Brands, the local craft beverage conglomerate that bought 31-year-old Great Divide earlier this year, announced Tuesday that it will open a new spot for the brand at 3040 Blake St., #101 in Denver’s River North Arts District. It will take over the space currently home of Stem Ciders’ satellite location.
As the parent company of Stem Ciders, Wilding Brands already operates that space. It will close on Aug. 3 to begin renovations as it transitions into a beer bar and restaurant, according to the announcement.
The business will be run by Vibe Concepts, which currently operates the other three Great Divide locations in Castle Rock, Lone Tree and Lakewood.
Those restaurants serve primarily burgers, sandwiches and other pub grub to pair with beloved beers, like Yeti Imperial Stout and Denver Pale Ale. The Denver location will also serve wine and cocktails, as well as other beverages from Wilding’s portfolio, including Stem Ciders and Howdy Beer lager. Wilding also owns Station 26 Brewing, Denver Beer Co. and Funkwerks.
Unlike Great Divide’s previous spots, this one will not have brewing or packaging equipment of any kind. Great Divide’s beers are now brewed at Denver Beer Co.’s former production facility in Denver’s Sunnyside neighborhood. That facility is now run by Wilding.
“We’re proud to bring Great Divide back to central Denver with a new taproom and restaurant. Great Divide is a legacy in Colorado craft beer, with such a loyal following here in Denver and across the country,” said Eric Foster, CEO of Wilding Brands in a statement. “The RiNo location is designed to provide a fantastic experience, with a comfortable, inviting interior, great patio, full kitchen, and a huge variety of Great Divide and other Wilding craft beverages to enjoy.”
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