New Speakeasy Opens in Beaver Creek

Minturn Whisky Company brings back the prohibition-era experience with its third pop-up speakeasy in the village.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Minturn Whisky Company has opened a new speakeasy-themed bar in Beaver Creek Village, the third time the distillery has created a hidden, prohibition-style drinking establishment in the area. The latest speakeasy has a ski patrol shack theme and features craft cocktails, charcuterie boards, and complimentary whisky sours and snickerdoodle cookies during 'cookie time'.

Why it matters

The new speakeasy taps into the nostalgic appeal of prohibition-era drinking culture, offering visitors a unique and immersive experience that harks back to a bygone era. It also highlights the creativity and entrepreneurial spirit of Minturn Whisky Company, which has found a way to stand out in Beaver Creek's competitive bar and restaurant scene.

The details

The new speakeasy is located within Beaver Creek Village and can only be accessed by passing through a hidden entrance, such as an old armoire or vintage real estate office. Once inside, the space features dark, sophisticated decor with nods to Scottish and mountain themes, including 'snugs' - small private rooms for intimate conversations. The bar serves a curated selection of craft cocktails made with Minturn Whisky's premium single malt Colorado whisky, as well as charcuterie boards from a local Beaver Creek restaurant.

  • The new speakeasy just opened in mid-January 2026.
  • Minturn Whisky Company has hosted two previous speakeasy pop-ups in Beaver Creek, the first in the summer of 2024 and the second in the summer of 2025.

The players

Minturn Whisky Company

A distillery in Minturn, Colorado that focuses on crafting premium single malt Colorado whisky.

Spence and Stefanie Neubauer

The owners of Minturn Whisky Company who have created the three speakeasy pop-ups in Beaver Creek.

Rimini

A Beaver Creek restaurant that provides the charcuterie boards served at the new speakeasy.

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What they’re saying

“We always incorporate a few 'snugs' — small private rooms for quiet conversations and rendezvous — which are traditional in pubs in the United Kingdom and really make the space feel more personal and intimate.”

— Stefanie Neubauer, Co-owner, Minturn Whisky Company (vaildaily.com)

“We had this couple that came in every single day of their vacation at 2 o'clock and they just absolutely loved it.”

— Stefanie Neubauer, Co-owner, Minturn Whisky Company (vaildaily.com)

What’s next

Minturn Whisky Company plans to continue hosting seasonal speakeasy pop-ups in Beaver Creek, offering visitors a unique and immersive experience that celebrates the distillery's premium Colorado whisky.

The takeaway

Minturn Whisky Company's new speakeasy in Beaver Creek taps into the enduring appeal of prohibition-era drinking culture, providing visitors with a cozy, intimate experience that showcases the distillery's high-quality whisky and the creativity of its owners.