Though Aspen is best known for its ski culture, it’s a year-round destination in one of the most stunningly beautiful parts of the country. High in the Rocky Mountains, Aspen is home to resorts, museums, incredible shopping, and a rich history dating back to the silver mining boom of the 1870s.
With the addition of Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge, Aspen now has a premier destination for whiskey lovers and a must-visit location for aprés-ski at any time of year.
Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge in Aspen
So, what’s Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge all about?
Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge in Aspen opened in March 2024 to mark Stranahan’s 20-year anniversary. For Jess Graber and George Stranahan, founders of Stranahan’s Whiskey, it’s a coming home story and reason for much celebration. As America’s most awarded Single Malt, it was a triumphant return to where the idea was born.
To kick off the festivities, Head Blender Justin Aden released Stranahan’s Calvados Cask, a special lodge-only exclusive. Aged in barrels previously used for France’s famous apple brandy, Calvados, some of the proceeds are donated to the Aspen Fire Protection District, a meaningful nod to the fire that brought Jess Graber and George Stranahan together in the first place.
Plenty to Enjoy at Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge
Aside from lodge-only selections and rare pours you can only taste and buy here, Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge in Aspen features a year-round restaurant and cocktail lounge.
The delectable cuisine is paired with Stranahan’s Whiskey, providing guests with a culinary experience that defies description. Come for a tasting, enjoy a cocktail and some nibbles, or make a night of it with shared plates and bites designed to pair with Stranahan’s fine American Single Malts.
Aspen: A Year-Round Destination
People flock to Aspen in the winter as it’s got the best skiing in Colorado. During the non-ski seasons, it’s all about arts, culture, and adventure. From carpets of wildflowers in the spring and summer to golden foliage in the fall, it’s always a feast for the eyes. And for those who prefer not to swelter in extreme summer heat, it’s the best place to vacation as the temperatures are rarely unbearable during the day, and the nights are always cool for sleeping.
Springtime gives you a bit of both worlds, with warmer days coaxing the flowers out of hibernation and still plenty of good powder—or white water rafting on the river if you dare!
Wintertime in Aspen needs no introduction, as this is where the world comes for alpine fun. Even if you don’t ski or snowboard, the mountain scenery, great outdoors, world-class food, culture, entertainment, and relaxed atmosphere are second to none. Beyond the snowy pistes, you’ll find ice skating, snowmobiling, fly fishing, snowshoeing, and legendary aprés-ski.
Aprés-ski in Aspen
Aprés-ski loosely translates to whatever you get up to after your day on the slopes. And while there are plenty of activities to choose from, aprés-ski in Aspen is a time we all look forward to—and you don’t have to be an athlete to enjoy it!
Gathered around the fire with good friends, basking in the afterglow of the day’s adrenaline rush, a glass of American Single Malt is a well-deserved reward. The Aspen aprés-ski scene is known as one of the best in North America, and Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge has quickly become the new epicenter of cool.
Whether you enjoy a quiet, cozy corner with company or want to meet new people around the bar, there’s always a spot for you here at Stranahan’s Whiskey Lodge in Aspen. Open year-round, it’s a stunning road trip from Denver and easily the best destination for American Single Malt lovers everywhere.
Don’t forget to pick up a bottle of Stranahan’s® Whiskey as a souvenir of your trip, or shop online to get a taste of Stranahan’s home to relive the experience.
Claims based on 2020 – 2023 award results; third-party audit conducted by Avid Marketing Group. NIELSEN TOTAL XAOC+LIQUOR+CONV, EQ VOL AND $, NIELSEN 52 W/E 5.25.23 (COMPARED TO OTHER ASM BRANDS)
