A couple of high-profile metro Denver craft brewery closures in 2025 spurred some worries about the industry’s health.

But industry insiders said while it’s changing for sure — as every growing industry does and there are some concerns with future threats — Colorado’s craft beverage industry remains strong.

Trends the experts noticed that have developed in recent years included consolidation, diversification of product and more breweries expanding and growing in suburban markets.

The Brewers Association reported there are 494 craft breweries “operating or have operated” in Colorado in 2025.

“This is closely aligned with the total brewery counts from 2019-2021,” said Matt Gacioch, staff economist for the Boulder-based association.

Chris Gilmore, Director of Brewing Operations for Los D

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