Everyone In Colorado Absolutely Loves These 11 Foods And Drinks

Let's play a little game: When I mention a certain city or state, tell me which food item or drink first come to mind.. Philadelphia? New York? Chicago? I'm assuming you answered cheese steak, pizza, and cheesecake, right? (Just humor me and pretend I'm correct) Now..tell me what Colorado is known for. What comes to mind? How about drinks? Colorado isn't as well known for a certain cuisine as other states, but with a little digging I was able to find 11 of the most popular food and drinks among Coloradoans. Enjoy!

1.) Trout

Not surprising, considering the epic fishing you'll find on the Western Slope!

2.) Colorado Snowball

Unbeknownst to me, the Snowball is the official state drink of Colorado (if you're interested in making it, it's 1 part vodka, 2 parts Fresca, and 1 part lime juice).

3.) Fruit & Veggies

Colorado has some pretty spectacular homegrown produce ranging from peaches (grown on the Slope) to melon (Southeast Plains) to chile (Southern CO.)

4.) BEER

Like the brews? Then Colorado (with its hundreds of microbreweries) is the place for you!

5.) Rocky Mountain Oysters

...because what says Colorado more than deep fried you-know-whats?

6.) Lamb

This one actually came as a surprise to me, but apparently Colorado lamb is some of the best in the country!

7.) Colorado Bulldog

1 parts vodka. 1 part Kahlua. 1 splash cola. 100% awesome.

8.) Green Chili

When it doubt, smother your meal in some delish green chili -- it's the Colorado way (and we're famous for our chili!)

9.) Thick, Dippable Crust

Beau Jo's. 'Nuff said.

10.) Bison

Buffalo Burger > Beef Burger

11.) New Mexican Cuisine

Our neighbors directly to the south know how to do it and have shown us the way (Side Note: Huevos Rancheros trump all!)

Which of these Colorado faves is YOUR fave? Tell me about it in the comments!