Bierstadt Lagerhaus stands as one of Colorado’s most respected temples of traditional beer craftsmanship, a brewery devoted entirely to the slow, meticulous art of German-style lagers. Founded in Denver by brewers Ashleigh Carter and Bill Eye, Bierstadt was built on a simple belief that great beer isn’t rushed. It’s earned through patience, precision, and deep reverence for classical brewing methods that most of the modern craft world has long forgotten.

At Bierstadt, the cornerstone of the brewery is time. They famously embrace the mantra: “Slow beer is the best beer.” Their lagers spend six to eight weeks fermenting and conditioning, far longer than most breweries allow, resulting in crystal-clear, beautifully balanced, hyper-clean lagers that have become benchmarks for the entire industry. Their beers are crafted on a painstakingly restored 1932 German brewhouse, a rare piece of brewing history that helps them replicate the exact methods used in Old World lager brewing.

Their flagship Slow Pour Pils has achieved cult status. Served in tall, elegant glassware with a signature lush foam cap that takes a full five minutes to pour, it has become one of the most iconic beers in Colorado. Each pour is a performance, and each sip delivers astonishing precision: crisp, floral, bready, and impossibly smooth. Bierstadt’s Dunkel, Helles, and seasonal lagers are equally revered, representing some of the finest expressions of the styles brewed anywhere in America.

What truly sets Bierstadt apart is its unwavering commitment to tradition. No trendy gimmicks. No shortcuts. No hazy IPA distractions. Just pure lager, made the way it was meant to be made, clean, honest, and technically flawless. Their approach has earned them national recognition: critics, brewers, and beer scholars consistently rank Bierstadt among the best lager producers in the country.

Their home inside the historic Rackhouse in Denver is part brewery, part lager sanctuary. The space is lively yet grounded, offering communal tables, hearty food, and an atmosphere that celebrates camaraderie as much as craftsmanship. Every pint, every pour, and every detail is designed to honor the storied lineage of German lagers while showcasing the skill of two of America’s most respected lager-focused brewers.

Bierstadt Lagerhaus is more than a brewery; it’s a testament to discipline, heritage, and the belief that some things are worth waiting for. With each perfectly executed lager, they remind drinkers that simplicity, when mastered, can be breathtaking.