About Us

Founded in March 2019, Old 121 Brewhouse has become a local favorite and a true community hub in Lakewood, Colorado. Owner Katie Nicholson, Co-Owner Sam Nicholson, and Co-Owner Bobby Rinehart have turned their love for great beer and neighborhood connection into an award-winning brewery where there is a seat for everyone.

Our brewery creates crafting award-winning beers, seltzers, hard sodas, and non-alcoholic sodas that are approachable, flavorful, and brewed with only the highest quality hops, grains, and yeast. Known for our smooth lagers, sessionable ales, and well-balanced brews, we proudly offer something for every beer lover—whether you enjoy a crisp lager, a bold IPA, or our 2024 World Beer Cup® Gold Medal-winning ESB (Extra Special Bitter).

The brewery now operates two locations, the original location, Ye Olde 121 Public House, is located at the intersection of Wadsworth Blvd. and Mississippi Ave., is the closest brewery to Belmar (Downtown Lakewood), and just 15 minutes from Downtown Denver. Our second location is located just a few miles away at Kipling Pkwy and Jewell Ave. Both taprooms offer unique experience, but a few things in common: they both are the the perfect places to relax with friends, support local causes, and enjoy some of the best beer in Colorado.

At Old 121 Brewhouse, being a Lakewood, Colorado brewery means more than serving great beer—it means serving our community. We're proud to partner with local nonprofits and organizations that make a real difference in Lakewood, the greater Denver Metro area, and throughout Colorado.

Our focus is on supporting causes that strengthen our neighborhood and state, from helping those in need to empowering students, veterans, and animal rescues.

Recent Community Partnerships:

• The JeffCo Action Center – Collected essential items for community members facing hardship and raising money for the nonprofit

• American Heroes in Action– Donated a portion of beer sales to support veterans across Colorado

• Spay Today - Partnered with Spay Today and Crimson Cat Studios to raise funds for local vet care services

• Youth on Record – Provided funding to help students access music education programs

Every pint you enjoy at Old 121 helps us give back and keep our community thriving.