A New Year, and a New Brew
With over 40 breweries (and just as many wineries) in our state, New Mexico is quickly captivating the public (and national!) palate. Our local artisans are crafting new and award-winning concoctions statewide, and what better way to tipple than slopeside, right here in the southwest. Here are just a few upcoming, weekend events to satisfy even the most discerning of drinkers:
21st Annual Brewmaster's Festival Taos Ski Valley
Saturday, January 7th
You had me at "free Brewmasters Festival taster mug upon entry."
Santa Fe Brewing Happy Hops Hunt Sipapu Ski & Summer Area
Saturday, January 14th
A scavenger hunt across the mountain, and then beer. How long has this been missing from my life? Answer: Too long.
Big Ol' Texas Weekend Angel Fire Resort
Friday, January 27th - Sunday, January 29th
Absolutely, positively, no chance the Shiner Bock will run out.
Santa Fe Brewing Happy Hops Hunt Sipapu Ski & Summer Area
Saturday, February 18th
An event so nice, they do it twice.
2nd Annual Ski Santa Fe Brewski Ski Santa Fe
Saturday, February 25thWith at least 6 local breweries on tap, this can't-miss event enters its second year at Totemoff's.
New Belgium Rally in the Valley Taos Ski Valley
Saturday, March 11th
With proceeds benefitting the Field Institute of Taos, this event also features a scavenger-hunt-style day of games, trivia, and fun in the southwest sun.
Skiesta Pajarito Mountain
Saturday, March 18th
Live music, local craft beer gardens, costume contest - if you've ever wondered how Los Alamos cuts loose, this is the place to see it firsthand.