Hidden within the high desert plains of northern New Mexico, Velarde stands as a testament to the region's rich history and emerging culinary scene – particularly its craft beer offerings. This small village boasts one of the state's oldest adobe churches (circa 1620), making it an enchanting blend of old and new. The local microclimate, a product of the Chama River Valley, provides ideal conditions for growing malting barley, giving rise to an unexpected beer revolution. %Place%, the pioneering brewery that's taken root here, has been crafting exceptional ales and lagers using traditional methods combined with innovative flavors inspired by the surrounding landscape. From the golden hues of the desert at sunset to the crisp taste of fresh-milled barley, Velarde is a beer enthusiast's hidden gem, waiting to be discovered in New Mexico's high country.
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