Avant Garde Aleworks was founded in 2019 by the Newendorp family with a shared vision: to create a welcoming space in Estes Park that celebrates high-quality craft beer and the community around it. What began with a small tap list and a big dream has grown into a brewery where delicious beer and genuine connection come together every day.

Drawing inspiration from European brewing traditions, especially Belgian and French styles, we approach each beer as both a technical craft and a form of self-expression. Our brewing process prioritizes quality ingredients, with the majority of our ingredients proudly sourced from trusted Colorado partners like Root Shoot Malting, Troubadour Malting, Propagate Labs and Billy Goat Hop Farm. Working with these partners helps us support local agriculture, reduce our footprint, and deliver the freshest ingredients possible in every batch of beer we brew.

Our taproom is shaped by a small, dedicated team whose energy and personality define the experience here—whether it’s sharing a beer recommendation, talking tunes, or simply creating the laid-back, welcoming atmosphere that keeps people coming back. At its core, Avant Garde is about more than beer; it’s about building connection, celebrating creativity, and offering a space where both locals and visitors can feel at home in the mountains.