Idlewild Spirits, Winter Park

Idlewild Spirits Distillery's interior is just as rustic as its surrounding Colorado countryside. Complete with a stone hearth, aging bourbon barrels, and its wood and iron furniture, Idlewild Spirits Distillery provides a relaxing haven for locals and weary travelers alike. Even the most hardened mountain folk need hearty food and even heartier drinks to stay warm and nourished. Luckily, the staff Idlewild Spirits provides plenty of just that.

The chefs prepare seasonal menus to satisfy hungry stomachs. Bar snacks range from elotes and truffle fries to smoked and double-fried buffalo wings. For a heartier meal, hangar steaks and confit spare ribs provide an elegant meal. But a good meal isn't complete without a good drink. Pulling bottles straight from the distillery, the bartenders serve up handcrafted cocktails including their "Poison Ivy," a dangerous blend of their rum and bourbon mixed with bitters and lemongrass syrup.