Wynkoop Brewing Company - founded by John Hickenlooper

Wynkoop Brewing Company, established in 1988 in downtown Denver, was co-founded by John Hickenlooper and is widely cited as one of the city's earliest brewpubs. The brewpub's historic interior, beer offerings, and events are frequently photographed and reviewed on food and drink sites and social media. Wynkoop's association with Hickenlooper and its downtown location have made it a common reference point in online coverage of Denver's craft-beer history.