This may not be the working brewery of 10 Barrel Brewing Co, but the Bend Pub is still a great place to sample some tasty suds. 10 Barrel brewers ski hard on powder days and will be more than happy to help you put back a few. The digs are stellar with a great outdoor fire pit, patio, and locals swear by the pizza. See their second location in Boise, ID.

Sun Valley has pretty much everything you could ask for (sunshine, great skiing, and a great town) so it makes sense that there is a kickass brewery too. Whether you head to their tap room in downtown Ketchum or grab a pint on tap at one of area's many bars, Sawtooth delivers stellar beer options throughout the year. Highlights include the low-hop Ketchum Cream Ale and the well-balanced Freeheeler Rye IPA. Stop by after skiing or biking, this place is a must visit.

With two locations in Missoula (called Southside and Northside), Kettlehouse is a powerhouse of beer, brewing award winning suds like the Double Haul IPA and the Bong Water Pale Ale. Hit the tasting room after a powder day at Montana Snowbowl, or look for Kettlehouse in other Montana ski towns like Big Sky. State law only allows you to have three pints at the tasting room, so choose wisely. Our go-to pick (in almost any town in Montana) is Kettlehouse's famous Cold Smoke Scotch Ale. A dark smooth ale with a slightly sweet coffee finish and a reasonable 6.5% ABV, we could drink this beer all day (and we have!).

There are quite a few breweries in Bozeman, but the Madison River Brewery is top notch. Don't come for the ambiance or expect a fancy patio (the brewery is located in a warehouse near the airport), but if you want a good beer, this is your spot. The Irresistible Amber is a balanced, sessionable beer, and we also love the Salmon Fly Honey Rye. While there, check out the local's collection of glass mugs.

Since 1988 Grand Teton Brewing has been pumping out quality brews 30 minutes from the world-class ski resorts of Jackson Hole and Grand Targhee. Beer lovers can visit the 11,000 square foot brewery and enjoy daily specials (and killer views) at their tasting room. There's no food sold at the pub, so bring your own.

Breckenridge Brewery opened its doors in 1990 as Colorado's third craft brewery. It wasn't long until this ski town favorite expanded to Denver, but we still think that Breck beer staples like the Agave Wheat and the Avalanche Ale taste the best in the mountains. The crowds can get a bit overwhelming at the brewery/pub/restaurant in downtown Breckenridge, but know that you can always find a sixer at most Colorado liquor stores.