Cervecería de Colima, recognized as the best large brewery at the Copa Cerveza México 2025, has established itself as a prominent name in Mexico’s craft beer scene. Located just outside Colima city, the brewery is celebrated for its quality, consistency, and innovation across a range of offerings. Among its notable brews are the pale ale Páramo, the session IPA Piedra Lisa, the pilsner Colimita, and the recently introduced nonalcoholic beer Colima Cero. In February 2026, co-founder Esteban Silva and his team expanded their presence by opening Estación Colimita, a taproom situated in Colima city, providing locals and tourists a dedicated venue to sample their products.
Beyond its brewing accomplishments, Cervecería de Colima is part of a wider cultural and culinary landscape in the region. Colima city and its surroundings are home to a variety of attractions that highlight local history and gastronomy. Visitors to Colima can also explore Comala, a nearby picturesque town known for its colonial architecture and atmospheric streets. Though sharing its name with the fictional town in Juan Rulfo’s novel "Pedro Páramo," the connection is coincidental, yet the locale retains a unique charm. Noteworthy dining spots there include Cuaxiote, De La Suerte, and Hacienda Pascual Nogueras, the latter featuring chef Alan Ramos.
In Colima city, coffee lovers and food enthusiasts frequent establishments such as Puerto Café and Cumbre, both recognized for their growing culinary sophistication. A distinctive regional specialty to sample is pozole seco, a version of traditional white pozole that lacks the stew’s broth. According to local legend, the dish was created when a cook accidentally left pozole to dry, later serving the thickened mixture on tostadas. The dish is widely available in markets, casual eateries, and restaurants near the central plaza, including Ramos’ recent venture, ¡Aquí Es Colima!
The region’s rich pre-Hispanic heritage is also showcased at the Museo Universitario Alejandro Rangel Hidalgo Nogueras near Comala. This museum features significant archaeological artifacts, including ceramics representing the indigenous tlalchichi dog breed, an extinct relative of the more famous xoloitzcuintle. The breed remains a cultural symbol of Colima, reflected in local signage and souvenirs. Another key historical site is La Campana, an archaeological zone near urban Colima with evidence of settlement dating back to Mexico’s Pre-Classic period around 1870 B.C.
Together, these elements—award-winning craft beer, culinary specialties, and cultural landmarks—present Colima as a destination that blends contemporary innovation with deep-rooted traditions.