May Events



Friday, May 1


tasting at locals' appreciation party | 10:00am-9:00pm

460 Blue River Parkway Silverthorne, Colorado 80498

One of Silverthorne’s most popular First Friday traditions, the Locals’ Appreciation Party sponsored by Locals Liquors, returns with free beer, wine, and liquor tastings alongside live music on the Performing Arts Center lawn. Enjoy a special whiskey tasting with Locke + Co Distilling featuring Aspen Aged Rye, Big Catch Bourbon, and DU Aspen Aged Bourbon, and hear the story behind the brand from Co-Founders Owen Locke and Rick Talley and Brand Ambassador Joe Anderson.


Saturday, May 2


tasting at gallop for good at four mile historic park | 3:00pm-5:00pm

715 S Forest St, Denver, CO 80246

Step into a world of high style and high-impact philanthropy at Gallop for Good, where the Children’s Hospital Colorado Foundation’s 2221 Society brings the excitement of the Kentucky Derby to Four Mile Historic Park. Enjoy a special VIP whiskey tasting with Rick Talley of Locke + Co Distilling, featuring Aspen Aged Rye, Big Catch Bourbon, and DU Aspen Aged Bourbon, and hear the story behind the brand.


Friday, May 8


tasting at foss company | 3:00-6:00pm

1224 Washington Ave #115, Golden, CO 80401

Are you looking to try a new whiskey or non-alcoholic spirit? Taste Locke + Co. Aspen Aged Rye or Big Catch Bourbon or Headwater Zero Proof Spirit while learning the history of Locke + Co. Distilling from Brand Ambassador Joe Anderson.


Saturday, May 9


tasting at proof wine and spirits | 4:00-7:00pm

3360 Larimer St. Denver, CO 80205

Are you looking to try a new whiskey? Taste Locke + Co. Aspen Aged Rye, Big Catch Bourbon, Big Blaze Bourbon or DU Aspen Aged Bourbon while learning the history of Locke + Co. Distilling from Brand Ambassador Joe Anderson.


Saturday, May 9


whiskey tasting at du veterans ball | 6:00pm-9:00pm

Fritz Knoebel School of Hospitality Management, 2044 E Evans Ave, Denver, CO 80210

Raise a glass in honor of service at the 2026 DU Veterans Ball Whiskey Happy Hour, hosted in the Joy Burns Center’s Tuscan Ballroom. Enjoy a guided tasting with Locke + Co. Distilling co-founder Owen Locke, featuring their signature Aspen Aged Rye Whiskey, Big Catch Bourbon and DU Aspen Aged Bourbon.


Saturday, May 16


whiskey tasting at timberline liquors | 12:00pm-4:00pm

4919 Thompson Pkwy. Johnstown, CO 80534

Are you looking to try a new whiskey? Taste Locke + Co. Aspen Aged Rye, Big Catch Bourbon or DU Aspen Aged Bourbon while learning the history of Locke + Co. Distilling from Brand Ambassador Joe Anderson. Don’t forget to pick up a bottle for your weekend hangout.


Thursday, May 21


tasting at the 8th du alumni golf tournament- | 8:00am-1:00pm

9000 Creekside Way, Highlands Ranch, 80129

Locke + Co. Distilling is proud to be part of the 8th DU Alumni Golf Tournament, celebrating Denver University alumni and the greater Denver community. Join Owen Locke for a special tasting featuring Aspen Aged Rye, Big Catch Bourbon, DU Aspen Aged Bourbon, the new DU Honey Bourbon, and Headwaters Zero Proof Spirit, and hear the story behind the brand.


Thursday, May 28


tasting at design and bloom event- | 4:30pm-10:00pm

1445 16th Street Mall #206 Denver, CO 80202

For over a decade, Design In Bloom has brought together Colorado’s top architects, designers, makers, and creatives for a one-night celebration of craft, community, and inspiration. Enjoy a special tasting from Locke + Co Distilling with Brand Ambassador Joe Anderson and Co-Founder Owen Locke featuring Aspen Aged Rye, Big Catch Bourbon, DU Aspen Aged Bourbon, the new DU Honey Bourbon, and Headwaters Zero Proof Spirit, with bottles available for purchase.


Friday, May 29


tasting at 3 forks ranch | 4:00pm-10:00pm

40 Miles North from Steamboat Springs, CO

Taste Locke + Co. Aspen Aged Rye Whiskey or Big Catch Bourbon. Learn the history of Locke + Co Distilling and enjoy a guided tasting experience with Brand Ambassador Joe Anderson. Sip, savor, and soak in the sounds of spring with award-winning Colorado whiskey.