A Global Perspective on Oregon Wine
With nearly three decades studying vineyards around the world, Bree Stock reassesses Oregon wine — and where she believes the region might be headed next When Bree Stock first arrived in Oregon to work harvest in 2014, the Willamette Valley immediately felt familiar....
Submit to Sip Magazine’s 15th Annual Best of the Northwest Spirits Awards
SUBMISSIONS ARE NOW OPEN! Celebrating its 15th year, Sip Magazine’s Best of the Northwest Spirits Competition honors the standout spirits and talented distillers raising the bar across our region. For more than a decade, the competition has recognized the Northwest’s...
Stormin’ Norman’s Lasting Legacy
They say successful leaders surround themselves with smart(er) people. Norman “Norm” McKibben agrees and that’s exactly what he set out to do in each of his many ventures. And at almost 90 years old, he’s still doing it. Norm McKibben, known by his colleagues and...
Vermentino: A Unicorn Wine or Washington’s Next Big Thing?
Across eastern Washington, vineyards and wineries are quietly evolving. After decades dominated by classic Bordeaux and Rhône white wines, a vibrant new star has arrived: Vermentino. Commonly linked with Mediterranean climates, this grape was first cultivated in Italy...
Submit to Sip Magazine’s 15th Annual Best of the Northwest Wine Awards
Submissions are now open!Now celebrating its 15th year, Sip Magazine's Best of the Northwest Wine Competition continues to recognize the wines, wineries and winemakers shaping the future of the Northwest. This year, we're proud to welcome Trysk Print Solutions as our...
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Harvest Like It’s 2004
The Naramata Bench's beloved Tailgate returns on September 13 Naramata, BC (August 24, 2026): On Sunday, September 13, the Naramata Bench Wineries Association, in partnership with Discover Naramata, is bringing back one of the Bench's most beloved wine events. Some traditions are simply too good to leave in the past. After a seven-year hiatus, Tailgate returns to Manitou Beach Park, inviting wine lovers to experience the harvest celebration that first became a Naramata...
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Meet your new party trick: Lavender French 75 Lemon Jelly Wedges
Feather & Folly Gin is built for citrus. Its bright botanical profile lifts lemon rather than competing with it, and the floral notes pair naturally with lavender. Set inside real lemon peel...
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Talking Cedar Brewery Spotlights Crisis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women with Release of Limited-Edition Tribal Pale Ale
Featuring Original Artwork by Chehalis Tribal Artist, Limited-Release Beer Supports Urban Indian Health Institute ROCHESTER, WA – August 24, 2026 – Talking Cedar Brewery, owned and operated by the Chehalis Tribe in Rochester, WA, today announces the...
Brick West Brewing Announces Ol’ Crimson 509 IPA Collaboration with the Cougar Collective
Limited-release collaboration with the Cougar Collective debuts August 5 in Spokane Spokane, WA—Brick West Brewing is proud to announce the release of Ol’ Crimson 509 IPA, a limited-edition West Coast IPA created in partnership with the Cougar Collective. Inspired by...
Meet Breakside’s Newest Year Round Beer: West Coast IPA
PORTLAND, Ore. July 31, 2026 — Breakside Brewery, one of Portland's most award-winning breweries, today announced the release of its newest year-round beer, Breakside West Coast IPA, now available in 12oz 6-pack cans and on draft at all Breakside locations. To...
Oregon Hop Growers See Fantastic Quality in 2026
In 2026, the volume of hop acreage stayed relatively flat, but growers and brewers are excited about the quality of this year’s harvest PORTLAND, Ore. — Next week, many of Oregon’s hop growers will begin the first round of harvest, with fresh hop beer season soon to...
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Kachka Spirits Launches Online Store, Shipping Award-Winning Vodkas Directly to Consumers in Oregon
In its first year since opening, Kachka’s distillery has earned industry recognition, released six new vodkas, and now announces shipping to fans statewide Portland, Ore. — Following a banner first...
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2 Towns Ciderhouse Launches Hunger Action Month Campaign to Benefit Oregon Food Bank
Community-wide effort invites Oregonians to fight hunger through grocery rebates, food donations and the 16th Annual Harvest Party CORVALLIS, Ore. (Sept. 1, 2026) – This September, every qualifying grocery purchase, every food donation and every Harvest Party ticket...
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Fly, Rail and Sail Your Way Through the Pacific Northwest
Start your adventure before you arrive with a slate of regional craft beverages aboard trains, planes and ferries The Pacific Northwest has always celebrated a strong sense of place. That connection to local agriculture and craftsmanship doesn’t stop at wineries,...
The Hilltop Unveils a New Cultural Destination Above the Columbia
A visionary nonprofit — created by the founders of the legendary Gorge Amphitheatre — announces a mission-driven cultural campus, launching with its inaugural SOAR Festival on Saturday, August 22, 2026, featuring David Foster and Friends, Katharine McPhee, and the...
Curiosity Roads Unveils Belgian Beer Pilgrimage With Victory Brewing Co-Founder Bill Covaleski
Once-In-A-Lifetime Journey Offers Rare Access to Small Trappist Breweries, Lambic Producers and Farm Breweries That Define Belgian Beer Culture Portland, OR (June 8, 2026) – The serious beer lover's dream vacation is here. This fall, boutique travel...
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Where Craft Meets Convenience: iGulu’s Take on Home Brewing
In today’s drinks landscape, where convenience often outweighs craft, a quieter shift is taking hold. Consumers are craving something more tactile, more personal and more connected to what’s in...