On a hilltop in Bavaria just south of Munich lies the Andechs Abbey, famous for the monk-made beer, beautiful hiking, organic dairy and produce and an all-around monastery/brewery German experience. Nearby are the lakefront towns of Dießen and Herrsching, known to German locals as relaxing places to kick back.
A visit to Avery Brewing Company has its address in Boulder, Colorado. But really it's in the Gunbarrel area of Boulder County. Each local brewery here has its own gig, and Avery's is lots of diverse beer types, plus a surprisingly creative and delicious kitchen! Check out the photos of their wonderful, two-story taproom.
Odell Brewing Company in Ft. Collins, Colorado, offers a big selection of beers, lots of gear, a great hangout and free brewery tours. Check out my pix!
A visit to a very congenial brewery and taproom, New Belgium Brewery in Ft. Collins, Colorado. You might know its Fat Tire beer. In my experience, New Belgium's digs could qualify as a beer garten in many ways, including the way people are invited to hang out there, take the free tour, and feel comfortable doing so.
Free tours of the world-famous Coors Brewery in Golden, Colorado. Blog includes lots of photos - tour includes lots of free beer!
Tour the city of Golden, Colorado, famous for the Coors Brewery and it's Old West atmosphere. An easy 15-mile drive from Denver and well worth the trip for restaurants, bars, souvenirs and entertainment.
Local and locally-sourced whiskey, rum and vodka made in Westminster, Colorado, just outside of Denver. Drop in on the weekend for a tour and a very good mixed drink. Great place to hang out!
Historic Hotel Denver in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, high in the Rocky Mountains boasts a prime location next to the public hot springs pool and hand-laid tile lobby. Step into the lobby from the adjoining Glenwood Canyon Brewpub and experience a bit of upscale Old West history.
Information and photos about Mahrs Brau brewery and beer garden in Bamberg, Germany PLUS Karren Doll Tolliver's newest book, A Travel for Taste - Germany EXTRA.
Is the St. Petersburg, FL, Hofbrauhaus the same as the original beer hall in Munich? Read this article to find out; I've been to both and make a comparison, including pictures.