Get ready for Broken Compass potluck dinners!

Let's face it. You've got a case of the Mondays. 

Lucky for you, we're here to help liven up the start of your week.

No more zombieing out during another boring Monday Night Football game. No more pretending you're a true detective watching reruns of Criminal Minds. No more sobbing your way through a box of tissues as you lament the loss of another night you could have been spending with interesting and engaging company. 

This Monday night, abandon your doldrums and make your way to Broken Compass for our first ever potluck dinner. Beer will flow, food will abound and good company will be shared as we kick off the potluck season. Everyone who brings a dish will be entered into a people's choice voting competition, with the winner receiving a free 64 oz. growler and fill, the runner-up a 32 oz. growler and fill, and third place receiving a free pint. 

Whip up some of your best dishes (anything involving beer in the cooking process is strongly encouraged) and join us Monday night at 7 p.m. 

GABF Thanks!

Following the awesome success that was our first Great American Beer Festival, we'd love to offer our belated thanks to everyone who has helped Broken Compass get off the ground and running during these first months of being open. There are too many of you to list here, but we couldn't have done it without each and every person who has contributed to the taproom, the beer or simply come by the brewery, chatted with and supported us. It was a dream come true for us to be at GABF in Denver last weekend (although maybe not for those subjected to our dancing at the Karl Denson's Tiny Universe after show) and we already can't wait for next year! 

Thanks to you all,

The Broken Compass crew 

Fresh Broken Compass swag

Winter is coming, and despite our love for tasty brews, we know you need a bit more than just a beer jacket to survive the piles of snow soon to fall. Our brand new hoodies (which come in maroon, blue and green) and women's long sleeve shirts (in purple and gray) have got you covered. Come by the taproom, tip back a beer and get acquainted with a future staple of your fall and winter wardrobe. See you soon! 

Come out for Team USA's Rafting fundraisers at Broken Compass!

We're thrilled to host the Team USA rafting teams' fundraisers at Broken Compass this week as they gear up for 2014 World Rafting Championships in Brazil.

The women's team fundraiser will take place Wednesday, Sept. 24, beginning at 4 p.m in our taproom, with a poker tournament ($25 buy-in), raffle tickets ($5) and loads of cool swag, not to mention the company of the wonderful women of the Red Lady Raft Racing team. 

The men's fundraiser caps the weekend, so swing by Sunday afternoon starting at 3 p.m. Twenty dollars gets two of our delicious brews, BBQ catered by Moe's and a raffle ticket, with prizes including a Araphoe Basin season ski-pass. 

Join us in supporting your Team USA rafting teams! And as always, in supporting good beer and good company. 

A GABF note from the brewmaster

Just back from dropping off our Great American Beer Festival (GABF) beers! It's been a dream of mine for some time to be on this side of the table! I make the beer but none of this would have been possible without a huge cast of characters. To the entire Broken Compass crew, this is just the beginning of a great ride. A huge thanks to all of the friends and family who took a huge leap of faith to help make this happen. And to the legions of locals and patrons who have made the first three and half months spectacular. A huge shout out to Jason Wiedmaier and Lone Tree Brewing. And of course to Ax, my partner in crime and substitute wife as all of this went down, here's to a long prosperous partnership. And last but not least to my wife, Jolene Ford, I love you to the moon and back. Thanks for 15 years of being awesome and for supporting me and letting my dream take wings! 

Cheers!
Ford

Cheers to seasonal beers

Although Breckenridge is slowly winding into the offseason months of October and November, there is no offseason for beer lovers.

Here at Broken Compass, we're bucking the trend and bolstering out tap list, adding three new beers over the past week and a half. The newcomers offer something for everyone, no matter your taste in beer.

The cool, refreshing finish of the Ginger Pale Ale makes it a perfect companion to a sunny September day. Subtle hints of ginger swirl throughout the ale and into your taste buds, easily paired with picnic lunches or three-course dinners. For those of you searching for a rich, smooth beer, look no further than the Irish Red. A big malt and notes of caramel lead the way for our take on a wonderful Irish tradition, and make for a beer so sippable you won't want to put it down. For the hopheads of the world, revel in our new Double IPA. But be warned, at 8.2% ABV it's no joke. 

And while Oktoberfest may be over, true pumpkin season is right around the corner. So keep your eyes, ears and tongues peeled for a Broken Compass Chocolate Pumpkin Stout (a treat so delectable we'd probably hand it out to trick-or-treaters if it wasn't alcoholic).

Broken Compass Hats are here!

Our first order of Broken Compass hats have arrived just in time for river season. Check out our new swag under the merchandise tab on our website.

GRAND OPENING - Come get lost this weekend

We are officially opening our doors this Friday, May 30 at 4:20pm. TV8 Summit Television will be here to kick start the day. There will be a power hour with 2 for 1 pints from 4:20-5:20. 

In case you can't make it Friday, Go Breck will be performing our ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, May 31 at 1:30pm. Join us all day for brewery tours, delicious beer, and good company.