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 โ 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 everymanโs 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 youโre 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. Kachinaโs 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 Denverโs only gin distillery is located in the heart of Dairy Blockโs 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.
โSurrounded by world-class dining, lodging, and retail, we are thrilled to bring the first distillery to Dairy Block,โ says Deviation Distilling Co-Founder Cindi Wiley. โThe energy, the foot-traffic, the year-round nearby events and everyday activity, create a destination that is unmatched in Denver.โ
Here, you can experience Deviation Distillingโs award-winning gins, innovative cocktails, and delicious bites, all in a vibrant and historic setting.
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When the sun sets, Dairy Block After Dark flips the switch. โก๏ธโ
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Mark your calendars for Saturday, June 21! Curated by @FiresideAtFive, Dairy Block After Dark is back with global night market energy, local flavor, and a serious glow-up. Wander through our open-air alley packed with artists, cocktails, and immersive moments thatโll keep you coming back.โ
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Pro tip: book a stay at the @MavenHotel and receive an exclusive After Dark starter pack: glow bracelets and necklaces, glow paint, a disposable camera to capture your fits, and two complimentary cocktails from @PokaLolaSocialClub!โ
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๐ถ Vinyl DJ sets by @ESP.HiFiโ
๐ธ Alley Pop-Up Bar by @PokaLolaSocialClubโ
โจ Projection mapping by @DSDI_, a vinyl shop collab with @RockyMountainRecordShow & disco-inspired installs from @AbstruseLikeโ
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Explore a fresh lineup of 15+ local artists, makers, and culinary creatives including:โ @ShopBabaCool, @BigAssMaps, @BuenaVista.Goods, @ContrariumChainstitch,โ @Efta.Streetwear, @FikkaChica, @Gedrd_, @HeyAlissandra, @SpellAndSage, @Doctor_Ew, @HashawPots, @Cr3am.Ink, @KPMountainMetals, @CypressApothecaryy, @TheYellowFix, and more!โ
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๐ 5โ10 PM in the Alley (no tickets needed). Canโt make it June 21? Catch us again July 19 & August 16 with new lineups!
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@KachinaDenver is serving up sunshine, flavor, and unbeatable happy hour deals every Tuesday. These tacos? Just the beginning.โ
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๐ Join us on the patio and make your midweek taste like the weekend!
When the sun goes down, and the Alley comes alive... โจโ
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Inspired by the electric charm of global night markets, Dairy Block After Dark brings the vibes to Downtown Denver for three unforgettable Saturday nights this summer. Curated by our friends at @FiresideAtFive, get ready for the Dairy Block Alley to transform into a buzzing open-air party with local artists, vibey cocktails, and surprise pop-ups that keep it interesting. No ticket, no gatekeeping โ just show up.โ
๐ June 21 from 5-10pm!
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Hereโs whatโs going down:โ
๐ถLet the grooves from @ESP.HiFiโs curated vinyl DJ set set the tone for the nightโ
๐ธ Sip specialty cocktails and other bevs from the @PokaLolaSocialClub Alley Pop-Up Barโ
โจ Catch projection mapping with @DSDI_, the pop-up vinyl shop in partnership with @RockyMountainRecordShow & funky disco installs thanks to @AbstruseLikeโ
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Explore a fresh lineup of 15+ local artists, makers, and culinary creatives including:โ
@ShopBabaCool, @BigAssMaps, @BuenaVista.Goods, @ContrariumChainstitch,โ @Efta.Streetwear, @FikkaChica, @Gedrd_, @HeyAlissandra, @SpellAndSage, @Doctor_Ew, @HashawPots, @Cr3am.Ink, @KPMountainMetals, @CypressApothecaryy, @TheYellowFix, and more!โ
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๐ Canโt make it June 21? After Dark returns on July 19 and August 16 with all-new lineups and surprises!
๐ธ: @keishaoutwest @raynakingdenver @maiyamindoro
Letโs take a momentโฆ for the cookie. ๐ชโ
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Crispy on the edges, gooey in the middle, and always worth the detour! Find this perfect bite (and more) at @LoDough_Bakery inside the Dairy Block Alley!โ
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๐ธ: @maytheforksbewithyou17
Started with โjust drinksโ in the group chatโฆ ended with a full day of memories.โ
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At Dairy Block, the laughs get louder, the plans get better, and the vibes carry you from golden hour to after dark. From patio hangs to unexpected finds, itโs all happening right here!โ
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Need plans? ๐ Hit the link in our bio to see whatโs coming up this weekend.โ
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๐ธ: @TylerPojo
This oneโs for my gluten free friends who just want a slice. ๐โจโ
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@DenverMilkMarket is officially approved by gluten free queen @itssarandipity and serving up pies that are cheesy, crispy, and totally celiac-safe. No more missing out while everyone else grabs pizza โ this oneโs all yours.โ
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Tag your gluten free foodie crew and meet us on The Block!โ
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๐ธ: @itssarandipity
Meet our first Artist on the Rise of the season: Emelise Munoz! ๐ค โ
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As a Denver-based singer-songwriter, @EmeliseMusic blends folk-rock and Americana with raw emotion and storytelling. With a voice well beyond her years and a magnetic stage presence, she brings heartfelt energy to every performance, and weโre thrilled to be kicking off the summer with her!โ
Opening the night is The Warrior Poet, aka Pedro Abdalla (@_thewarriorpoet), a Brazilian-born, Denver-based artist whose soulful, blues-infused sound draws inspiration from John Mayer, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, and Gary Clark Jr. His honest, powerful songwriting gives voice to everyday struggles, making for a performance that hits deep.โ
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๐ Saturday, June 7 from 7-9 pm | Free and open to the public as always, but we encourage you to RSVP at the link in our bio!
For the goodest guests only! ๐ถโ
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When you stay at the @MavenHotel, they roll out the red carpet for your four-legged bestie. From bubble baths to plush beds and all the snuggles in between, this getaway is just as much theirs as it is yours.โ
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๐ Book your dog-friendly staycation at the link in our bio!
