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CLBA is the “go-to” organization that elected officials, administrative regulators and communities trust for expert guidance on developing and maintain responsible and safe beverage alcohol policies. With the assistance of industry partners, CLBA has continued to safeguard and protect a dynamic and vibrant liquor industry.

Who We Represent:

The members of the CLBA are the thousands of small business owners who provide adult patrons with the finest in variety and selection of alcohol beverages.  CLBA is the voice for those individuals who operate bars, taverns, nightclubs, pubs, country clubs, brew pubs, wineries, craft distilling storefronts, restaurants and neighborhood liquor stores and large liquor store outlets.

Why Our Work is Important:

CLBA members provide thousands of jobs and annually infuse more than a billion dollars into the Colorado economy through the responsible sale of beer, wine and spirits.

Colorado is the “Napa Valley of Craft Beer” and is home to a growing and vibrant wine industry. Rounding out the diversity of the beverage alcohol industry in Colorado is the burgeoning craft distilled spirits business. Our members are the gateway for these businesses to showcase their products.

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