License No. 1 is an underground speakeasy-style cocktail lounge located in downtown Boulder, offering a nostalgic journey to the early 20th century with its elegant ambiance. It features classic, handcrafted cocktails paired with chef-prepared small plates, providing a lively yet intimate setting. The bar uniquely operates under one of the first legal liquor licenses issued in Boulder since 1969, continuing a historic tradition within Hotel Boulderado.

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Wed-Sat 5PM - 7PM

Drink Specials

  • 4.0 $4 Buffalo Gold (Draft) - Buffalo Gold
  • 4.0 $4 Upslope Craft Lager (Draft) - Upslope Craft Lager
  • 5.0 $5 Wells (Spirits) - Spirits
  • 8.0 $8 Mojito
    • Bacardi Superior Rum
    • mint
    • simple syrup
    • lime
    - Bacardi Superior Rum, mint, simple syrup, lime
  • 8.0 $8 Grounded by Josh Phelps, Cabernet
    • Wine
    - Grounded by Josh Phelps, Cabernet
  • 10.0 $10 Diora "La Splendeur du Soleil" Chardonnay (Wine) - Diora "La Splendeur du Soleil" Chardonnay
  • 6.0 $6 Mules
    • well gin
    • vodka
    • rum
    • bourbon or tequila
    • house made ginger cordial
    - Well gin, vodka, rum, bourbon or tequila, house made ginger cordial
  • 8.0 $8 Penicillin
    • Dewar's White Label Blended Scotch Whisky
    • Laphroaig 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky
    • ginger cordial
    • honey
    • lemon
    - Penicillin (Dewar's White Label Blended Scotch Whisky, Laphroaig 10 Year Old Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky, ginger cordial, honey, lemon)

Food Specials

  • 4.0 $4 New England Clam Chowder (Cup) - New England Clam Chowder (Cup)
  • 7.0 $7 New England Clam Chowder (Bowl) - New England Clam Chowder (Bowl)
  • 4.0 $4 Wild Mushroom & Rice Soup (Cup) - Wild Mushroom & Rice Soup (Cup)
  • 6.0 $6 Truffle Fries
    • Truffle aioli
    • parmesan cheese
    • herbs
    • vegetarian
    • gluten-free
    - Truffle aioli, parmesan cheese, herbs, vegetarian, gluten-free
  • 9.0 $9 Firecracker Wings
    • Crispy jumbo chicken wings
    • honey sriracha tossing sauce
    • honey ranch dip
    • gluten-free
    - Firecracker Wings (Crispy jumbo chicken wings, honey sriracha tossing sauce, honey ranch dip, gluten-free)
  • 7.0 $7 Wild Mushroom & Rice Soup (Bowl) - Wild Mushroom & Rice Soup (Bowl)
  • 8.0 $8 Crispy Brussels Sprouts & Cauliflower
    • Chilli-soy glaze
    • vegan
    • gluten-free
    • dairy-free
    - Chilli-soy glaze, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free
  • 10.0 $10 Calamari
    • Crispy fried
    • fresh dill
    • lemon zest
    • toasted almonds
    • crispy garlic chips
    • orange sriracha sauce
    • gluten-free
    - Crispy fried, fresh dill, lemon zest, toasted almonds, crispy garlic chips, orange sriracha sauce, gluten-free

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Highlights

  • Speakeasy-style underground setting evoking early 20th-century charm
  • Classic handcrafted cocktails inspired by historic recipes
  • Historic liquor license dating back to 1969, adding authenticity and uniqueness

Important Details

  • Must be 21 or older to enter
  • Entry is limited to Wednesday through Saturday evenings
  • Reservations required for private or semi-private dining events

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