Comunidad | Cultura | Cerveza
HOURS: MON CLOSED | TUE-WED 3-9 PM | THU 3-10 PM | FRI 2PM-CLOSE | SAT 11AM-CLOSE | SUN 11AM-7PM
(720) 300-9725 | RESERVATIONS & PROGRAMMING INQUIRIES: HOLA@RAICESBREWING.COM
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WHAT'S RAÍCES?
Meaning "roots" in spanish, Raíces celebrates Latin American & Caribbean cultures by bringing people together through Community, Culture & Cerveza.
Our taproom in Denver, Colorado features award winning craft beers, a rotation of Latin American cuisine & over 350 free events for everyone to enjoy, which feature our cultures through music, art, folklore and many other types of artistic expression.
Raíces is a place where Latinos can connect with their roots, surrounded by tradition, food, music, culture and delicious beverages. For non-Latinos, Raíces is a place where people can learn and partake in Latin & Caribbean cultures and their richness.
OUR PURPOSE
Raíces, meaning “roots”, is the community taproom delivering high
quality craft beer and entertainment to connect its guests through Latino culture.
At Raíces, we believe that culture is an asset.
Raíces sparks Latino cultural awareness in everyone, and crafts cross-cultural connections that enriches our community.
WHO WE ARE
The Co-Founders. L to R: Martín D. Vargas (Creative Brewer), José D. Beteta (CEO), & Tamil Maldonado Vega (COO)
AWARDS
Raíces Brewing Company
was founded on May 4th 2016, opening its taproom on September 27th 2019, & becoming a brewpub since November 2021. During 2017-2018, our products has won 8 national awards in homebrew competitions on 4 of our original beers: Raíz, Furia (Fury), Latina, and Valle del Sol (Sun Valley). Raíces has won several awards for its beer, unique approach to the craft beer industry, and its emphasis on community and cultura, including:
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2020 Westword Best New Brewery/Taproom
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2020 Governor's Minority Business of the Year
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2020 Downtown Denver Impact Award
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2021 Westword Best Brewery/Taproom Atmosphere
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2021 USA Today - Listed in Best 20 new breweries in the US
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2021 ULI Impact Awards Top 3 Finalist
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2021 Mayor's Design Award (December)
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2022 Best of Craft Beer Awards Competition
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Bronze: Furia | Fury - Strong Red Ales - Imperial Red Ale
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2022 New York International Beer Competition
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Silver: Raíz | Root - Mexican Lager (Bohemian o Style Pilsner)
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Bronze: Manguito | Small Mango - American Style Fruit Beer
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The Title: Colorado Pilsner Brewery of the Year
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2022 US Open Beer Championship
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Silver: Furia | Fury - Imperial Red Ales
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2022 Women's Award to Raíces COO Tamil Maldonado Vega
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2022 Copa Cervezas de América
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Silver - Nostalgia Barleywine Aged 2021
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2023 Latinas Líderes y Emprendedoras Panelist & Awardee COO Tamil Maldonado
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2023 Westword Best Karaoke Bar
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2023 Westword Best Brewery Por y Para La Raza
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2023 Historic Denver - Community Preservation Award (Nov. 2023)
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2024 Tamil Maldonado & José Beteta co-authors Amazon's Best Seller: Book: FORTALEZA
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2024 Westword Best Event - Name: Domingueando
https://www.westword.com/best-of/2024/music-and-venues/best-event-name-20277040
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2024 Selected Board Members:
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José Beteta - Levitt Pavilion Denver
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Tamil Maldonado - Mi Casa Resource Center
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LOCATION
Raíces Brewing Co. is located next to Denver’s Sun Valley neighborhood which is going through various exciting transformations including $500M in DHA developments, a $351M Denver Broncos Entertainment District, $50M Meow Wolf, the Latino Cultural Arts Center, Namaste Solar and numerous private investment opportunities in multilevel homes and offices.
WHAT MAKES US DIFFERENT?
COMMUNITY | CULTURE | CERVEZA
At Raíces Brewing Co., we’ve crafted a unique brewpub experience that thrives on three pillars: a strong commitment to community, authentic cultural events, and high-quality craft beer (cervezas artesanales). Our Raíces SEEDS programs further enhance this by creating opportunities and access for underrepresented groups within the brewing industry.
Community:
We are deeply embedded in our surroundings and aware of both the strengths and challenges within our neighborhood. Raíces is dedicated to benefiting the vibrant Sun Valley area, the Latino community, and the broader city of Denver. Through our volunteer program, Raíces Nation, we invite individuals and groups to participate in community initiatives and have a voice in shaping our events.
Examples of our community efforts include:
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Organizing food and toy drives for families in Sun Valley and Latin American countries.
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Participating in Platte River cleanups and local multicultural festivals.
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Hosting events that celebrate and showcase the authenticity of Latin American and Caribbean traditions.
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Creating art workshops featuring local artists.
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Conducting fundraising events aligned with our vision.
Raíces serves as a platform for Latino and local artisans, food trucks, chefs, and small businesses, ensuring they gain visibility and foster a continuous presence in our community. We also act as a cultural hub, where individuals can celebrate their heritage, recognize important milestones, and form meaningful connections through shared experiences.
Culture:
Our diverse cultural agenda is designed to uplift Latino arts and culture. At Cervecería Latina, we emphasize (1) showcasing the rich traditions of Latin America, the Caribbean, and U.S. Latino culture; (2) crafting unique beer recipes inspired by our heritage; and (3) delivering an authentic Raíces experience through our dedicated crew and leadership.
Cerveza:
Our approach to beer is threefold: (1) We produce high-quality craft beers made with carefully selected ingredients, boasting eight national homebrew awards and six international accolades prior to our taproom opening. (2) We focus on creating opportunities for underrepresented groups in the craft beer industry through Raíces SEEDS internship programs, striving for a more inclusive workforce. (3) We educate the public about the art and science of craft brewing, sharing the passion that goes into each batch.
Join us in celebrating community, culture, and exceptional cerveza at Raíces Brewing Co.!
FOOD TRUCKS PARTNERSHIP
Have a food truck or catering business that sells Latin American or Caribbean cuisine? Write to us at hola@raicesbrewing.com.
FIND US
2060 West Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80204
Tel: 720-300-9725
Monday: CLOSED
Tuesday: 3-9 pm
Wednesday: 3-9 pm
Thursday: 3-10 pm
Friday: 2 pm-CLOSE
Saturday: 11:00 am - CLOSE
Sunday: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
NOTE: OPENING/CLOSING TIMES CHANGE WITH PROGRAMMING