Near Chatfield, a little ways off of Hwy. 85 behind Murdoch's is a fun little tasting room to duck into. We came upon Living the Dream on a rainy afternoon in April, and loved the scent of malt when we first walked in the door. The fun music made us feel right at home, and we enjoyed the down to earth, friendly staff - who create a fine product and care about what they do. First we tried the Arrogant Hipster wheat, which was a bright and lively brew with a hint of nectar on the tongue and a balanced bit of crispness - a cut above a regular wheat beer. Next, Bob the Hop Lovin' Guy tasted the TBD pale ale. He pronounced to be a mellow brew with a clarity of flavor - the hops don't linger at all. He ordered a pint to savor. Empty Trophy Case IPA ramps up the hops a bit - it has a great zing and a lemony essence, for those who don't shy away from bold hops. I chose the Belgian Brune - a dark colored brew that's a juicy, slightly spicy delight. The last beer we tried knocked us both out - the Helluva Caucasian - with special effects aplenty - a mouthful of espresso, chocolate, vanilla and a very subtle bit of peanut butter to tie it all together. The amazing thing is that it's
not overdone. It's a refreshing, and amazingly drinkable brew. We'll be coming back with our dog to watch a Broncos game.
