The reigning champ is out. Vote in round 4 of the 2026 beer bracket

Round 4 is on tap — and we’re down to the final eight pours.

Whether you scanned a QR code on a coaster from one of your favorite local breweries or have been following along, welcome! You’ve entered The Coloradoan Beer Bracket, where 64 brews from 21 breweries have been going head-to-head for the title of best beer in Fort Collins.

Here’s how it works. The bracket is split into four regions:

  • Lagers
  • IPAs
  • Ales
  • Fruit, sour, gose and wheat

We’re now down to two beers left in each, which means things will get a little more chaotic when we get to round 5…

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