We stepped behind the bar at Deviation Distilling located in The Alley to chat with Tiago Amaral, head mixologist, about all things Summer on The Block. Tiago brings his passion for cocktails and the Dairy Block community to every drink he creates.
A: Our Spanish-Style Gin & Tonic! We put a lot of thought and care into crafting the perfect balance of flavors, and I think you’ll be impressed. In fact, it was even featured in Forbes!
A: The energy around The Block is the best part. Seeing people’s faces light up when they discover it for the first time makes every day rewarding.
A: Live music during Alley Soundscapes is the best! It draws a crowd and creates a positive atmosphere β perfect for enjoying a cocktail.
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With a nod to turn-of-the-century American soda fountain culture, Poka Lola Social Club reinvents the everymanβs cocktail bar. This downtown Denver bar is a place to open your palate or enjoy your favorite standby. Featuring elegant bar bites, house-made creations, live music and curated craft cocktails that put a twist on your favorite drinks.
Whether youβre about to get your night started or slow it down, Seven Grand is here for you. Find yourself lingering for hours on the walnut bartop working your way through the 700+ whiskeys with your barman. Grab a cold Colorado craft beer and shoot some pool with a friend while live tunes lead you into the next round. Or, join them for weekly Whiskey Societies, picking apart comparative flights with Ambassadors, Distillers, and Blenders.
Westbound & Down is a brewing company dedicated to adventure. They got their start when some good friends made a pact to share their pursuit of better food and drink with the world. Today they are a family-run business with deep Colorado roots that aims to infuse the spirit of the West in every keg, bottle, meal, and moment.
Blanchard Family Wines was founded on the idea of creating small batch, top quality, artisan wines from the best wine country appellations, and sharing those wines with family and friends. At the Denver tasting room, sample a flight of wines, pair a bottle with a cheese and charcuterie plate or some locally crafted desserts and take your favorite bottle home with you at the end of the night. Come by after a Rockies game, for happy hour, a drink before your dinner date, or a quiet end to your night out.
Kachina is a free-spirited, modern cantina providing an escape in the LoDo district of Denver. Kachinaβs inspiration is found in the Four Corners region of Southwest America and Baja Mexico. Go on an adventurous culinary road trip with offerings of twists on Mexican standards, like chicken pozole blanco, vegetable relleno, open-faced quesadillas, a selections of salsas, and the seven different types of tacos with your choice of corn tortillas, flour tortillas, or fry bread.
Craving an al fresco dining experience? Look no further than the vibrant patios of Dairy Block! This LoDo hotspot offers a delightful escape with a variety of patios to choose from. Soak up the sunshine and savor delicious food and drinks from a range of restaurants, all in a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere.
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Downtown Denverβs only gin distillery is located in the heart of Dairy Blockβs Alley. This cocktail lounge has been transformed from an 1800s firehouse into a lively patio, intimate lounge, and event space. Step into a piece of history, reimagined for modern enjoyment.
βSurrounded by world-class dining, lodging, and retail, we are thrilled to bring the first distillery to Dairy Block,β says Deviation Distilling Co-Founder Cindi Wiley. βThe energy, the foot-traffic, the year-round nearby events and everyday activity, create a destination that is unmatched in Denver.β
Here, you can experience Deviation Distillingβs award-winning gins, innovative cocktails, and delicious bites, all in a vibrant and historic setting.
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Whiskey fans, this oneβs for you! π₯ β
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@SevenGrandDenver is bringing the heat every Wednesday night with Whiskey Society, a guided tasting series that dives into the story and spirit behind top craft distillers like Rabbit Hole (May 14) and Spirit Hound (May 21). Learn the roots, taste the pours, and expand your whiskey know-how with a crew that lives for the barrel.β
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After the tasting, stick around for Bourbon Barrels & Bluegrass featuring live music by @SlayAndStinson from 8:30 to 11:30 pm!β
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ποΈ Snag your tickets for all upcoming Whiskey Society at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @Ill_Will_G and @SevenGrandDenverβ
Whiskey fans, this oneβs for you! π₯ β
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@SevenGrandDenver is bringing the heat every Wednesday night with Whiskey Society, a guided tasting series that dives into the story and spirit behind top craft distillers like Rabbit Hole (May 14) and Spirit Hound (May 21). Learn the roots, taste the pours, and expand your whiskey know-how with a crew that lives for the barrel.β
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After the tasting, stick around for Bourbon Barrels & Bluegrass featuring live music by @SlayAndStinson from 8:30 to 11:30 pm!β
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ποΈ Snag your tickets for all upcoming Whiskey Society at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @Ill_Will_G and @SevenGrandDenverβ
A morning rave? You heard that right. π₯β
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@dybrkr is taking over Dairy Block with a sunrise party that ditches the scroll for soul THIS SATURDAY! Start with breathwork, dive into coffee-fueled connection, then dance it out to a secret DJ set thatβll shake you awake β in the best way possible!
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No algorithms. No small talk. Just pure, full-body joy before most people even hit snooze.β
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ποΈ Tickets are going fast! Grab yours now at the link in our bio and meet us on the dance floor.β
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Canβt make it? @dybrkr is back on June 28, July 26, and September 20!
A morning rave? You heard that right. π₯β
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@dybrkr is taking over Dairy Block with a sunrise party that ditches the scroll for soul THIS SATURDAY! Start with breathwork, dive into coffee-fueled connection, then dance it out to a secret DJ set thatβll shake you awake β in the best way possible!
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No algorithms. No small talk. Just pure, full-body joy before most people even hit snooze.β
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ποΈ Tickets are going fast! Grab yours now at the link in our bio and meet us on the dance floor.β
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Canβt make it? @dybrkr is back on June 28, July 26, and September 20!
Did you know that there are over 700 unique pieces by local artists in the Dairy Block art collection, creating a fully immersive experience? From larger-than-life murals (like this 30-foot "Milk Splash sculpture by Air Work Studio) to cleverly hidden details, there`s something for everyone.β
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π 31 artistsβ
π 50% minority artistsβ
π 715 art piecesβ
π 275 commissionsβ
π 433 guest room pieces in The Maven including 4 hand painted muralsβ
π 3 interactive installations in the Alleyβ
π All artists were based in Colorado at the time of installation!β
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With each piece carefully selected to celebrate the spirit of the Mile High City and to offer unexpected moments of whimsy and delight, we invite you to explore our art-filled district.β β
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π¨ View our art collection virtually at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @CalebDCourtney
Did you know that there are over 700 unique pieces by local artists in the Dairy Block art collection, creating a fully immersive experience? From larger-than-life murals (like this 30-foot "Milk Splash sculpture by Air Work Studio) to cleverly hidden details, there`s something for everyone.β
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π 31 artistsβ
π 50% minority artistsβ
π 715 art piecesβ
π 275 commissionsβ
π 433 guest room pieces in The Maven including 4 hand painted muralsβ
π 3 interactive installations in the Alleyβ
π All artists were based in Colorado at the time of installation!β
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With each piece carefully selected to celebrate the spirit of the Mile High City and to offer unexpected moments of whimsy and delight, we invite you to explore our art-filled district.β β
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π¨ View our art collection virtually at the link in our bio!β
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πΈ: @CalebDCourtney
Lunch goals, right this way. β‘οΈβ
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Crispy Brussels, a stacked sandwich, and a poke bowl packed with flavor. @DenverMilkMarket is your one-stop spot for satisfying every craving. Whether you`re stepping out for a quick lunch or settling in for a midday reset, this is how Dairy Block does food.β
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πFind it all at Dairy Block.β
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πΈ: @marinaelunaa
Lunch goals, right this way. β‘οΈβ
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Crispy Brussels, a stacked sandwich, and a poke bowl packed with flavor. @DenverMilkMarket is your one-stop spot for satisfying every craving. Whether you`re stepping out for a quick lunch or settling in for a midday reset, this is how Dairy Block does food.β
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πFind it all at Dairy Block.β
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πΈ: @marinaelunaa
Denver, weβre calling on YOU!β
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Artist on the Rise is back, and weβre officially on the hunt for the next big thing. Know a singer, band, or musician who deserves a bigger stage? Maybe itβs your best friend? Maybe itβs you!β
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If you have the sound, the energy, and the heart, we want you in the Alley this summer! Submissions are OPEN at the link in our bio! Show us what youβve got, Denver!β π
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π First Saturdays, June through September. Concerts are always free and open to the public!
Denver, weβre calling on YOU!β
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Artist on the Rise is back, and weβre officially on the hunt for the next big thing. Know a singer, band, or musician who deserves a bigger stage? Maybe itβs your best friend? Maybe itβs you!β
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If you have the sound, the energy, and the heart, we want you in the Alley this summer! Submissions are OPEN at the link in our bio! Show us what youβve got, Denver!β π
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π First Saturdays, June through September. Concerts are always free and open to the public!
Art is everywhere in the Alley, and this mural by Denver-based artist @Charlo.GW is just one of the many reasons to look a little closer! π€β
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Tucked between the textures and lines are hidden messages, playful details, and layered stories that make this piece (and so many others at Dairy Block) a true part of the journey.β
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Next time youβre here, take a walk through the Alley and see how many secret elements you can find. Weβll give you a hint... thereβs more than meets the eye. πβ
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πΈ: Steph_Co
Art is everywhere in the Alley, and this mural by Denver-based artist @Charlo.GW is just one of the many reasons to look a little closer! π€β
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Tucked between the textures and lines are hidden messages, playful details, and layered stories that make this piece (and so many others at Dairy Block) a true part of the journey.β
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Next time youβre here, take a walk through the Alley and see how many secret elements you can find. Weβll give you a hint... thereβs more than meets the eye. πβ
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πΈ: Steph_Co
The perfect pour isnβt just about beer. Itβs about the pause, the anticipation, and that first golden sip.β
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At @Westbound_Denver, every glass is a small celebration of craft, community, and Colorado flavor. Whether youβre post-game, mid-stroll, or simply chasing good vibes, this is your moment to tap in.β
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πFind Westbound & Down inside Dairy Block and taste what makes it a LoDo favorite. Your next pint is waiting.
The perfect pour isnβt just about beer. Itβs about the pause, the anticipation, and that first golden sip.β
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At @Westbound_Denver, every glass is a small celebration of craft, community, and Colorado flavor. Whether youβre post-game, mid-stroll, or simply chasing good vibes, this is your moment to tap in.β
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πFind Westbound & Down inside Dairy Block and taste what makes it a LoDo favorite. Your next pint is waiting.
Bingo, brunch, and bottomless mimosas? Sounds like a Sunday slay. π
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Join us at @DenverMilkMarket for Drag Queen Bingo Brunch every Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM, featuring live performances, delicious brunch specials, and $20 bottomless mimosas that keep the party going.β
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π Call (303) 792-8242 to snag your spot. Brunch just got a whole lot louder!
Bingo, brunch, and bottomless mimosas? Sounds like a Sunday slay. π
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Join us at @DenverMilkMarket for Drag Queen Bingo Brunch every Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM, featuring live performances, delicious brunch specials, and $20 bottomless mimosas that keep the party going.β
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π Call (303) 792-8242 to snag your spot. Brunch just got a whole lot louder!
