Top-notch cocktails, swanky chandeliers, and laid-back seating come together to create the ultimate speakeasy vibe at Hooch. Head underneath Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop, and you’ll be greeted with a cocktail list that stretches more than 20 libations long. Cocktail nerds and casual sippers alike will be pleased at Hooch, where classic cocktails are remixed in exciting new ways and glassware symbols next to each menu item help explain the options.

It’s a relaxed yet sultry location for a date night, with brick walls, glistening chandeliers and dim lighting. It feels like a speakeasy, built in the basement beneath the Meat & Cheese Restaurant and Farm Shop, but it’s far from gimmicky. The drinks are made with high-quality ingredients, and the small bites don’t disappoint, with cheese boards, house-made sourdough with seasonal butter and even curry dishes.

Duck into Hooch for an exquisite hand-crafted cocktail and speakeasy vibes. Linger over a bubbling vat of cheese fondue and perfectly prepared crepes at French Alpine Bistro. For lunch, stop by White House Tavern and order the locals’ favorite crispy chicken sandwich, made with Swiss cheese, tomato, and spicy coleslaw.

You won’t see it at first glance, since Hooch is located down a flight of stairs under a restaurant, but if you know where to go, you won’t be disappointed. The best way to describe Hooch is, perhaps, “rustic chic.” Low-lit with chandeliers in the Colorado equivalent of a speakeasy, Hooch is a great place to go for high-quality craft cocktails with farmhouse-style shareable plates. If you’re looking for a straight pour, Hooch also has a hefty list of American, Japanese, and Scotch whisk(e)y (plus a few Irish and Canadian options to boot).

They’re two of Aspen’s most beloved places for both drinks and grub, and they happen to be connected to each other. When it comes to Meat & Cheese recently under new ownership, it’s part-shop (with local and national specialty items along with a section of cocktail accouterments) and part-restaurant, featuring a range of fan-favorite dishes including famed chicken and steak boards. Considering the entire operation began as a farm in nearby Paonia, the rotating charcuterie board is also a standout.

Tucked away in a cozy locale, Hooch is “like your living room, only more fun.” This locally owned bar specializes in fun cocktails and offers craft beer, wine and small bites. The Spread Your Legs is a must-try cocktail—a spin on a traditional margarita that features coriander- and cucumber-infused partida tequila and spiced aloe foam. Other notable cocktails include The Gentleman—the bar’s version of a classic Old-Fashioned—and The Quiet Town of Tokyo—Japanese gin paired with other Asian flavors.

Tucked away in an intimate, speakeasy-style setting, Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar beckons cocktail aficionados seeking an exceptional experience. Open nightly from 5 PM to 1 AM, Hooch exudes a relaxed yet alluring ambiance, perfect for a luxurious night out with friends or a romantic rendezvous. With ambient lighting, rustic-chic décor, and an intimate vibe, Hooch channels Aspen's classic charm while embracing guests with familial warmth.

Wander down the stairs beneath Meat & Cheese Restaurant & Farm Shop and you’ll find yourself immersed in a speakeasy-style bar with exposed brick walls, eclectic artwork, chandeliers and comfy leather couches and chairs. Hooch specializes in craft cocktails but also offers a selection of beer, wines by the glass and sparkling wines by the bottle; it’s also a great stop if you’re into sipping whiskey and other spirits.

A modest speakeasy located near the base of Aspen Mountain, Hooch is the perfect place to pull up after a long day on the mountain. With rustic vibes and beautiful mountain vistas, this spot is quiet enough to carry on a conversation and experience a relaxed environment. Get comfortable on one of the many plush chairs and couches sprinkled throughout the bar and order one of the Hooch’s famous Hot Toddies.

When you come to Aspen, quench your thirst with a drink at HOOCH, a cocktail lounge serving as the newest addition to Avalanche Cheese Company. Located at the 300 block of East Hopkins Ave, the lounge ushers in patrons yearning to try an exquisite cocktail and enjoy late-night entree specialties. End your night in the elite VIP club of Bootsy Bellows right down the street following its debut this summer.

When you arrive at Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar, you’ll feel as if you’re heading into a secret speakeasy. This cozy yet elegant bar is located in the basement under Meat & Cheese Restaurant & Farm Shop, but once you step inside, you would never know!. Countless bottles of liquor line the brick walls, chandeliers hang from the ceiling, and comfortable seating is scattered throughout.

Pouring elevated cocktails in a rustic-chic atmosphere, Hooch Cocktail Bar is a glammed-up cocktail lounge perfect for an apres-ski drink. Beyond their classic cocktails, they also serve wine, craft beers, and spirits. Located in the basement under Meat & Cheese Restaurant & Farm Shop they also offer a menu with pickles, cheese boards, jams, and bread to compliment your drinks.

If you are looking for Aspen’s favorite hidden cocktail bar, you are in luck; just head over to Hooch!. This craft cocktail bar can be hard to find at first, but as soon as you make your way down the stairs, you will know you have arrived. Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar has a rustic vibe, with gorgeous chandeliers, old-school photographs, and plenty of living room couches to enjoy.

The first bar on our list is Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar, located in the heart of town. Not only is their cocktail menu expertly crafted, but they also serve a unique selection of small plates including truffle popcorn and crispy Brussels sprouts. The intimate ambiance and expertly crafted cocktails make Hooch a top choice for any visitor to Aspen.

Hooch: Find yourself immersed in a speakeasy-style bar with exposed brick walls, eclectic artwork, chandeliers and comfy leather couches and chairs. This glam, lower-level hideout has one of our favorite espresso martini's; it’s also a great stop if you’re into sipping whiskey and other spirits. Hooch is known for the best cocktails in town.

An unassuming speakeasy located near the base of Ajax, Hooch is the perfect place to pull up after a long day on the mountain. Park yourself at the granite countertop bar, or cozy up on one of the many plush chairs and couches sprinkled throughout the bar. Take comfort to the next level by ordering one of the Hooch’s famous Hot Toddies.

301 E Hopkins Ave., AspenNestled in the basement under Meat & Cheese Restaurant & Farm Shop, Hooch is one of Aspen’s coziest—and most Instagrammable—cocktail bars. It has a vintage, speakeasy vibe, complete with exposed brick, elegant chandeliers, edgy artwork, and comfy couches. Hooch also recently opened a patio bar on the street.

Nightclubs like Escobar, The Sterling, Gala, Belly Up, and Hooch have nightly club parties year-round. Venues like the Aspen Art Museum host rooftop DJ performances throughout the year. Aspen also hosts several exciting seasonal events, like the X Games, where athletes compete during the day then world-class DJs perform all night.

Located in the space under Meat & Cheese restaurant, Hooch has the true vibe of a craft cocktail bar, combining a speakeasy feel with the comforts of your own living room. Not to mention, bartenders who take their time in mixing you the perfect libation. Buffalo Trace bourbon, St. Germain, lavender bitters, rose water, lemon twist

The elegant yet calming vibe of the Hooch bar makes it an excellent place to savor the energy of the night. There are plenty of snug couches and chairs complimented by chandeliers, thrift store art and chill music that creates a warm, friendly atmosphere that welcomes all visitors that want to have a memorable night with friends.

If you're looking for a history-drenched speakeasy experience, find time to stop at Hooch. Located underneath the Meat & Cheese Restaurant, it's one of the coziest bars in Aspen. The brick walls, leather couches, and stunning chandeliers will take you back to prohibition-era Aspen when the apres-ski scene hid underground.

But the night is still young, and while the hotel’s cocktail bar, Bad Harriet, is closed, the nearby basement bar, Hooch, isn’t. We sink into comfortable couches, surrounded by old-time photos and artworks on the walls, ordering gin and whisky-infused concoctions beneath dimly lit chandeliers from which bras used to hang.

Follow the sound of hip hop to this low-lit lair with exposed brick, barn wood, couches, and chandeliers galore, then sip expertly poured cocktails blending house-infused spirits. Beer, wine, and draft shots of Fernet Branca, too.301 E Hopkins Ave (downstairs), 970-710-7275, hoochaspen.com

A self-designated craft cocktail bar that offers top-shelf liquors, wine and craft beers alongside thoughtfully prepared small plates. The modern, reclaimed design and underground vibe ensure a pretension-free experience, even while sipping on highly-stylised drinks.

A subterranean speakeasy from the team at Meat & Cheese, Hooch is known for innovative cocktails with clever menu descriptions. Open nightly from 5pm until 1am, Hooch is a great spot to grab a couch with friends to kick off your evening or end your night.

Hooch, in the basement under Meat & Cheese, has terrific craft cocktails. Aspen Word’s Marie Chan says, “It‘s one of my all-time favorite places in Aspen. We’ve been so fortunate to be able to host our Writers In Residence free public events there.

Since we had a 30-40 minute wait, the gal taking our name suggested grabbing a cocktail at Hooch. Lisa sat out on a bench and I went down a set of stairs to grab us drinks. I ran back up the stairs and told Lisa she had to see this place.

Rustic chic” is probably what will come to mind when you walk into Hooch Aspen. Open since 2016, Hooch has two main focus areas: quality ingredients and incredible ambiance. And we personally think they are succeeding at both!

Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar has a cozy, downstairs location under Meat & Cheese Restaurant & Farm Shop. They have a swanky ambiance that is loved by locals as a comfy hang out for an Apres ski drink or an evening of celebration.

Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar — The Hooch is Aspen’s spot for stiff drinks and late-night snacks that don’t involve ordering room service. It also serves Fernet Branca on tap, in case you want to get weird.

One of the many hidden treats at Hooch Craft Cocktail Bar is late night food, so indulge in a nightcap accompanied by a midnight snack.

Make sure to go downstairs to Hooch, which is their fun cocktail lounge featuring craft cocktails. The Old Fashioned was excellent!