Rock Cut Brewery Estes Park

Walking into Rock Cut Brewery in Estes Park, you immediately feel the mix of energy and warmth that comes from a place built around good beer and good people. Owner Matt Heiser—an engineer by trade with a background in hospitality—turned a passion project into one of Colorado’s favorite mountain-town breweries.

Ten years ago, Matt traded spreadsheets for brewing sheets, chasing a dream that’s since become a cornerstone of the Estes Park craft beer scene. Today, Rock Cut Brewery is more than a place to grab a pint—it’s a gathering spot where every glass has a story and every seat feels like it belongs to you.

A Team That Feels Like Family

Ask Matt what sets Rock Cut apart from other Colorado breweries, and he won’t mention equipment or awards—he’ll point to his people. His collaborator, Kate, and the rest of the crew operate more like family than staff. They brew together, taste together, and bring a sense of camaraderie to every batch.

That mix of expertise and playfulness shows up in their beer. Each recipe is shaped by both craft and curiosity, resulting in brews with high standards and a laid-back vibe.

Estes Park Craft Beer at Its Best: Ten Years, Nine New Beers

This week, Rock Cut is raising a glass to its 10th anniversary in the only way they know how—by brewing up nine brand-new beers. From a German Kölsch brewed with chamomile to a Palisade Peach Hazy IPA, and from cocktail-inspired barrel-aged blends to the legendary Wooden Mayhem series, the lineup is as bold and celebratory as the milestone itself.

If you’re planning a visit to breweries in Estes Park, this anniversary week is the perfect time to experience Rock Cut’s creativity on tap.

Here’s how the party’s shaping up:

 

Wednesday – August 27, 2025

• Beer Releases: Dream Lake Kölsch (German Kölsch w/ Chamomile); Wooden Owl (barrel-aged English Barleywine)
  
   
• Food Truck: Johnny’s Good Eatin’ (12–7 pm)
  
   
• Event: Wooden Mayhem Tasting & Discussion (6–8 pm, $65 ticketed event)
  
   

  • Featuring multiple vintages & sneak peeks of Rock Cut’s award-winning barrel-aged stout
    
     
  • Charcuterie by Graze Craze of Loveland
    
     

Thursday – August 28, 2025

• Beer Releases: Pineapple Ptarmigan (Wine Barrel-aged Tropical Sour); Old Fashioned (cocktail beer collab with Hunter’s Chophouse & The Park Tavern)
  
   
• Food Truck: Mangia Mangia Pizzeria (12–7 pm)
  
   
• Live Music: Snowbelt (7–9 pm, porch folk vibes)
  
   

Friday – August 29, 2025 – The Big Anniversary Bash 

• Beer Releases: Six new creations, including Palisade Peach Galactic Portal (Hazy IPA), Inter-Galactic IPA, Wooden Mayhem 10th Anniversary Grand Cru, Espresso Martini, Paloma, and Garden of Hedon (Wine barrel-aged sour)
  
   
• Specialty Glassware: 10th Anniversary Edition available
  
   
• Food Trucks: Wayfinder (12–9 pm), Rosa Tacos (5–9 pm)
  
   
• Live Music: Chain Station (5:30–8 pm), Moonrock C (8:30–9:30 pm)
  
   

Saturday – August 30, 2025

• On Tap: All anniversary beers until they’re gone
  
   
• Extras: On-site t-shirt screen printing by Black Lantern (12–5 pm)
  
   
• Food Truck: Rosa Tacos (12–7 pm)
  
   

Live Music: Jingle Jangle Jabroni (6:30–8:30 pm)

Raise a Glass with the Estes Park Community

For the people of Estes Park, Rock Cut Brewery isn’t just a spot for a pint—it’s where friendships take root and community flourishes. Beyond the beer, Matt, Kate, and the crew have spent the last ten years shaping a place where people come together.

So, this weekend, whether you’re exploring the Estes Park craft beer trail, chasing your favorite style, or just looking for a good story with your glass, stop by Rock Cut Brewery. Celebrate ten years of creativity, connection, and community in Estes Park, Colorado.