Belly Up
450 South Galena Street
bellyupaspen.com
The live music at this downstairs venue is particularly excellent. Past performers have included B.B. King, Phoenix, Nas and Counting Crows.
Caribou Club
411 East Hopkins Avenue
caribouclub.com
This members-only club offers velvety couches and plush pillows to lounge on while you meet friends for a drink. Ask about the bottle-service offerings paired with caviar.
Finbarr’s
415 East Hyman Avenue
finbarrspub.com
This pub has true Irish charm. Don’t miss its extensive scotch and whiskey menus.
Justice Snow
328 East Hyman Avenue
justicesnows.com
Creative custom beverages are whipped up by the bar’s “cocktail mechanic” Joshua-Peter Smith. Just tell him what you like and he’ll come up with a delicious drink you’re sure to love.
Sky Hotel
709 East Durant Avenue
theskyhotel.com
Named one of the Top Nine Snug Hotel Bars to Warm You Up in Winter by USA Today, this bar has a reputation for getting skiers toasty with its cozy atmosphere and strong cocktails.
Caribou Club
J-Bar
330 E Main Street
hoteljerome.com
The bartenders at this old-school spot inside the Hotel Jerome really know their stuff. Ask for a specialty cocktail and you won’t be disappointed.
