Summer on The Block

Meet Tiago Amaral of Deviation Distilling

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.

Q: For someone who hasn’t visited Deviation Distilling yet, what’s the one experience or product you recommend they try first?

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!

Q: What’s the most rewarding part of working in Dairy Block?

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.

Q: What’s your favorite Dairy Block event, and why do you think it resonates with your customers?

A: Live music during Alley Soundscapes is the best! It draws a crowd and creates a positive atmosphere – perfect for enjoying a cocktail.

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Patios Around The Alley

Poka Lola Social Club

@pokalolasocialclub

With a nod to turn-of-the-century American soda fountain culture, Poka Lola Social Club reinvents the everyman’s 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.

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Seven Grand Whiskey Bar

@sevengranddenver

Whether you’re 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.

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Westbound & Down

@westbound_denver

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.

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Blanchard Family Wines

@blanchardwine

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.

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Kachina Cantina

@kachinadenver

Kachina is a free-spirited, modern cantina providing an escape in the LoDo district of Denver. Kachina’s 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.

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Soak Up the Sun: A Guide to Dairy Block's Patio Scene

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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Meet Tiago Amaral of Deviation Distilling

Q: For someone who hasn’t visited Deviation Distilling yet, what’s the one experience or product you recommend they try first?

Q: What’s the most rewarding part of working in Dairy Block?

Q: What’s your favorite Dairy Block event, and why do you think it resonates with your customers?

Poka Lola Social Club

Seven Grand Whiskey Bar

Westbound & Down

Blanchard Family Wines

Kachina Cantina

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