The Passport Program, founded in Denver, Colorado in 2013, is a little black book full of 2-for-1 drink deals. Now the promotional push includes seven additional foodie cities: Boulder, Colorado Springs, Fort Collins, Kansas City, Nashville, St. Louis, and Washington, D.C.
“The demand for The Passport Program continues to grow every year,” said Amy Osgood of The Passport Program. “This demand is coming from both purchasers and establishments that want to participate. Passport holders love to explore both the new and old locations featured within. Venues see the program as an opportunity to grow their customer base, and highlight what libations they produce best.”
The program launched on May 26 and is valid through September 4. By visiting participating establishments, passport holders can redeem their coupon and earn a stamp. The objective spurs locals and visitors alike to get out and experience the restaurants, bars, breweries, distilleries and wineries in their prospective cities.
“Summer is the season of both relaxation and adventure,” says Osgood. “The Passport Program brings these experiences together, and serves as a field guide to exploring the food and beverage scene in a new unique way.”
The Colorado Springs passport is available for $20 and will donate $1 from every book sold to the Colorado Health Network. The CHN is responsible for assisting those at risk or living with HIV/AIDS to choose healthy options that maximize and enhance their quality of life.
Local vendors include:
The Blue Star
Bristol Brewing Company
Brooklyn’s on Boulder
The Burrowing Owl
Cockpit Craft Distillery
The Coffee Exchange
Cogstone Brewing Company
Colorado Common
Fieldhouse Brewing Company
Fossil Craft Beer Company
Gold Camp Brewing Company
Great Storm Brewing
Iron Bird Brewing Company
Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
La’au’s Taco Shop
Manitou Brewing Company
Odyssey Gastropub
Peak Place
Peaks N Pines Brewing Company
Poor Richard’s Restaurant
Prime 25
The Principal’s Office
Pub Dog Colorado
The Public House
Rasta Pasta
Red Leg Brewing Company
Rico’s Cafe & Wine Bar
Storybook Brewing Company
Triple S Brewing
Urban Steam
The Ute & Yeti
Whistle Pig Brewing
Wild Goose Meeting House
[Images courtesy of Lewis Neeff]