The Telluride Blues & Brews Festival is excited to share the brewery lineup for the 2023 Brewers Showcase! From local and regional favorites to national treasures, the Brewers Showcase will offer many opportunities to sample the finest beer craftsmanship, while interacting will brewery representatives.

The Brewers Showcase is a multi-faceted experience with events spanning the entire festival weekend. The Showcase will host five intimate tasting sessions with 23 breweries pouring unlimited samples for attendees. The sessions will also feature a special tasting tent hosted by the Colorado Brewers Guild serving the best in Colorado craft beer from select breweries that can’t attend the event. The House of Brews bar returns with rotating beer styles each day from attending breweries. To top it all off, the Showcase will kick off with a multi-course beer pairing dinner that will strategically pair modern mountain dishes with special craft beer.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company will return as the long-standing craft beer partner to the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Throughout the event, Sierra Nevada will pour many of their classic styles along with six rare, specialty beers and a unique "festival-only" flavor.

2023 Brewers Showcase Breweries

Some breweries specialize in sour beers, while others showcase their expertise in hop-forward IPAs. Some even incorporate fruit or chocolate into their brewing process, resulting in unique and satisfying flavor combinations. Whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or simply enjoy a cold one on a hot day, be sure to explore the many different breweries and styles on offer at this year's festival.

PLUS hard cider, seltzer and kombucha options to be announced soon!

Tasting Sessions

Presented by the Telluride Blues Society

The Brewers Showcase will feature five tasting sessions in a dedicated Beer Garden on the north end of the festival grounds located in between the Main Stage and the Blues Stage. These sessions will host fewer attendees and breweries than the Grand Tasting of years past, providing attendees with the opportunity to interact with the brewers on an intimate level.

Two of the sessions will be held on Friday afternoon, two on Saturday afternoon and one on Sunday. Four of the sessions will offer attendees a tasting experience with 23 breweries pouring over 60 styles of craft beer. Each session will run for two hours in length with tickets available for $30 per session.

The late Saturday session will feature 30 or more special, high ABV, barrel-aged, rare, wild and non-traditional craft beers. This session will also run for two hours in length with tickets available at $45 per person.

Friday September 15

Session One: 1-3 pm
Session Two: 4-6 pm

Saturday, September 16

Session One: 1-3 pm
Session Two: 4-6 pm (special, high ABV, barrel-aged, rare, wild and non-traditional craft beers)

Sunday, September 17

Sunday Session: 12-2 pm

Tickets for each tasting session are on sale now along with all other Festival Passes. Tasting sessions participants must be 21+ in age and must have an accompanying primary entry festival pass (Single-Day Festival Pass or 3-Day Festival Pass). The complete list of beer styles will be released in the summer of 2023.

Tickets

Best of Colorado

A partnership with the Colorado Brewers Guild

SBG Productions is excited to partner with the Colorado Brewers Guild, a non-profit trade association, to showcase a special tasting tent in the Tasting Sessions curated by the Colorado Brewers Guild. This tent will serve the best in Colorado craft beer from select breweries that are unable to attend the event.

This partnership furthers the mission of the Colorado Brewers Guild to promote, protect, and propel independent craft breweries in the state of Colorado through advocacy, community, education, and public awareness.

Elevating Craft Beer Culture in the Centennial State

The Colorado Brewers Guild is a non-profit organization that represents Colorado's craft beer industry. The guild was established in 1995 and since then, it has been dedicated to promoting and protecting the interests of Colorado's craft brewers. Its mission is to provide education, advocacy, and support to breweries across Colorado. The Colorado Brewers Guild offers a variety of services to its members, including access to resources and networking opportunities with other breweries. Additionally, the guild provides information and education to consumers about the benefits and significance of supporting local breweries. By working together, the guild and its members are able to maintain the high standards of craft beer production in Colorado and preserve the unique character of the state's brewing industry.

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co

Official Craft Beer Partner

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company will return as the long-standing craft beer partner to the Telluride Blues & Brews Festival. Be sure to check out their classic styles including the iconic Pale Ale and the award-winning Hazy Little Thing IPA all weekend, along with six rare, specialty beers and a unique "festival-only" flavor in a special High Altitude Lounge bar in addition to exclusive styles at the Tasting Sessions, House of Brews and High Altitude Craft Beer Lounge!

Crafting Award-Winning Beers For Over 40 Years

Sierra Nevada Brewing Company is a craft beer pioneer and a household name among beer enthusiasts worldwide. Established in 1980 in Chico, California, the brewery has been producing quality beers for over 40 years. The company prides itself on its commitment to sustainability, using solar panels to power its facilities and reusing packaging materials. Sierra Nevada is well known for its flagship beer, Sierra Nevada Pale Ale, which has become a classic American craft beer. The company also offers a wide range of beers, from IPAs to stouts to seasonal brews. With a focus on quality and sustainability, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company continues to be a leader in the craft beer industry.

High Altitude Craft Beer Lounge

Rare Beer Offerings

During the festival Sierra Nevada will unveil rare and sought after craft beers. Many of these beers are only available at the brewery, special events or have spent time aging deep in the brewery’s vaults. Rare beer is a luxury for serious beer enthusiasts who seek out unique, one-of-a-kind flavors. These beers are produced in limited quantities, making them highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs alike. Often brewed with unique ingredients or aged in special barrels, rare beers are designed to be savored and appreciated like fine wines. These beers are not only special because of their exclusivity, but also because of the intricate brewing techniques used to create them. For beer lovers, trying a rare beer can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience that elevates their appreciation for the craft to a whole new level.

Listen up! This year’s selection of rare beers will be unveiled from the stage in between sets each day of the festival. Once each keg is tapped, the specialty beer will be available until it runs out so don’t miss out!

House of Brews

Try One Or Try Them All

The House Of Brews Bar returns this year with local, regional and national breweries showcasing their best suds. This year’s House Of Brews features a rotating list of styles from 15 breweries throughout the festival, with seven or more styles each day. To ensure a diversified menu for all attendees, the House Of Brews will also have hard ciders, hard kombuchas and hard seltzers available for purchase.

The House of Brews Bar is located on the North side of the festival grounds, adjacent to the Festival Merchandise store and main entrance.

Beer Pairing Dinner

Presented by the Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection

The Brewers Showcase will kick off in style on Thursday, September 14 with an evening of brews, world class fare, and, of course, music, featuring an exclusive multi-course dinner, presented by festival partner Madeline Hotel & Residences, Auberge Resorts Collection. This culinary experience will pair curated, modern mountain cuisine by Executive Chef Bill Greenwood with unique craft beers and conversation with brewers. Stay tuned for the menu and reservation information.