Discover Fort Collins' celebrated breweries with a private three-hour tour featuring exclusive tastings and behind-the-scenes stories. Perfect for beer lovers eager to explore Colorado’s craft beer scene.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels as the tour involves mostly seated tastings and short walks.
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History
Fort Collins has a rich brewing history dating back to the late 19th century, evolving into one of the nation’s premier craft beer hubs.
Conservation
Local breweries participate in sustainability efforts, including water conservation and recycling initiatives to reduce their environmental footprint.
Hop Cart
Discover Fort Collins' celebrated breweries with a private three-hour tour featuring exclusive tastings and behind-the-scenes stories. Perfect for beer lovers eager to explore Colorado’s craft beer scene.
Hop Cart is a Fort Collins-based tour operator that runs curated beverage tours across the city’s craft beer and distillery scene. The company offers six signature experiences: New School Tour, Stouts & Sours Tour, Distilleries Tour, Classic Tour, Members Only Private Tours, and the Rams Route gameday tour. Each itinerary visits notable local producers, including New Belgium, Odell, Funkwerks, Horse & Dragon, Timnath Beerwerks, Old Elk, CopperMuse, Stodgy, Salt Road, and Gilded Goat. Many public tours run approximately three hours and include guided stops, organized tastings, and access to exclusive discounts at participating locations. Alcohol-serving tours require guests to be 21 years or older. The Distilleries Tour focuses on handcrafted spirits such as whiskey, vodka, gin, and rum, while the Stouts & Sours Tour highlights rich stouts and funky sour beers. The Rams Route pairs brewery stops with a Canvas Stadium drop-off for Colorado State Rams home games, offering a gameday-friendly schedule. Members Only Private Tours provide customizable, private-group options that center on Fort Collins’ brewing legacy and local favorites. Hop Cart emphasizes local partnerships and curated routes to showcase both historic Old Town views and newer tasting rooms. Information about schedules, availability, pricing, and specific stop lists is provided on Hop Cart booking pages and event listings.
Reservations are available online, and group bookings can be arranged for private or members-only experiences by request directly.
Location
Fort Collins, CO
Heart of Northern Colorado breweries
Typical Duration
3 hours
Most tours run about three hours
Tours Offered
6 tour options
From classic to private and gameday
Age Requirement
21+
Alcohol-serving tours require adults only
Reserve a seat on a curated Hop Cart tour today — sample local craft beer and spirits, enjoy exclusive discounts, and arrive safely to game day or evening plans.
Bring a valid ID
All participants must be 21 or older and carry a valid government-issued ID for entry at breweries.
Stay hydrated
Drink water between tastings to stay refreshed and prevent overindulgence.
Dress for the weather
Fort Collins weather can change quickly; layer your clothing to stay comfortable indoors and outdoors.
Book in advance
Tours fill up quickly, especially on weekends, so reserving your spot early is recommended.
Valid government-issued ID
Required for legal alcohol tasting and entry into all breweries.
Comfortable walking shoes
You'll do some light walking between brewery stops, so comfortable shoes are recommended.
Reusable water bottle
Helps you stay hydrated, especially during warmer months.
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Light jacket or layers
Ideal for cooler temperatures and changing weather in the fall.
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