Community Highlights: Meet Jacob Devoe of Grizzly Peak

Today we’d like to introduce you to Jacob Devoe.

Hi Jacob, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
Being born and raised in Lakewood I’ve always had an affinity for the mountains, nature, and the spectacular night sky. During the pandemic, I unfortunately had to close up shop on my old business. However in the dark, I always look for the light. It was nice to take a step back so I could take time to get back to my roots. To be able to spend so much time Hiking, Stargazing, camping, and enjoying nature.

I finally also had time to put my ideas that were on the back burner up-front. I utilized the equipment and knowledge from my previous business to start Grizzly Peak Freeze Dried Sweets! We offer out of this world Freeze Dried sweets, treats, seasonings, and more!

It started out as just Freeze Drying candy and fruit. However, it quickly developed into much more as I started introducing unique sweets, treats, and seasonings! Our first hit was our exclusive Fruity Pebbled Banana Bites. Candied Fruit, and our Colorado-style Green chili seasoning!

Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
After business really picked up I was one of the many people who had unfortunately contracted Covid. Grizzly Peak came to a complete halt for months. Allowing myself to heal was my priority. To this day my lungs are still healing. However, I’m luckily still here today to write this as I know many people personally who weren’t as lucky as I.

Appreciate you sharing that. What should we know about Grizzly Peak?
We sell Freeze dried sweets, treats, seasonings, and more! We have some amazing Freeze Dried Candy! We take candy like skittles, M&Ms, Jolly Ranchers and freeze them down to -20° in our freeze dryer. Once they are frozen for about 12 hours the freeze dryer kicks a vacuum pump on. While the vacuum pump runs the shelf heat up and sublimation occurs. After 12 hours of sublimation, the candy is left with zero moisture and is crunchy, puffy, and/or melting in your mouth! We’re especially fond of our Spicy Green Chili Tajin Skittles and Jolly ranchers. We are also very proud of our Colorado-style Green Chili Seasoning. Our unique exclusive Green chili Seasoning has no salt or meat. It makes an amazing addition to your favorite Mac n Cheese, Pizza, Popcorn, or any of your favorite foods! We also sell small-batch, hand-churned Ice Cream with our fresh freeze dried fruit and candy mixed in!

We offer local delivery and pickup. Or you can find us at various markets on the weekends or at the Evergreen Farmers Market on Tuesday from 10am-2pm!

We’re always looking for the lessons that can be learned in any situation, including tragic ones like the Covid-19 crisis. Are there any lessons you’ve learned that you can share?
I’ve learned a lot through the covid pandemic. Especially that life is short. Spend as much time with the ones you love. Go and do what makes you happy. We all are one race, the human race. Were in this crazy thing called life together, and we all have one thing in common. A love for food!

Pricing:

• Colorado-style Green chili seasoning – $7
• Spicy Green Chili Tajin Skittles – $5
• Freeze Dried Fudge brownie M&Ms – $5
• Freeze Dried Nerd Clusters – $5
• Fresh Freeze Dried Fruit- ~$8

Contact Info:

• Website: Grizzlypeakcolorado.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/grizzlypeakcolorado
• Facebook: Facebook.com/Grizzlypeakcolorado

Image Credits
Jacob DeVoe