Sara Higgins on Wine Industry Challenges and Sustainability
Sara Higgins on transition, advocacy, sustainability — and what comes next The Washington Winegrowers Association is a nonprofit serving the Washington grape and wine industry. They assist approximately 1,100 members through public and political advocacy,...
Why Sparkling Wine Isn’t Just for Celebrations—and Where to Drink It Around Seattle
Let’s debunk the #1 sparkling wine myth right off the bat, shall we? Sparkling wine is not only for special occasions. You do not need to save the good bottles for when you get that promotion or your kid graduates high school or you win the lottery (This last one?...
Call of the Wild
WildRye Distilling’s award-winning products bottle the essence of Montana Since becoming a state in 1889, Montana has had many slogans referencing its expansive environment and natural wonders: The Sky’s the Limit, The Last Best Place, Big Sky Country. But I feel...
Pear & Petal: A Festive Toast to Lunar New Year
When a celebration observed by nearly 20% of the world’s population rolls around, it deserves more than a nod — it deserves a proper cocktail. Lunar New Year marks the arrival of spring and the beginning of the year on the lunisolar calendar, unfolding over 16 days...
Built on Water. Driven by Craft. Sunriver Brewing’s Natural Edge
While Ben Franklin didn’t actually say “beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy,” the quote is certainly associated with him. And from a beer-drinker’s perspective, who doesn’t share that sentiment? Sunriver Brewing Co. certainly does, one...
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Josh McDaniels and Drew Bledsoe Introduce The Bledsoe|McDaniels Olive Mill
From Vineyard to Grove; Leaders in Winemaking Unite to Create an Extra Virgin Olive Oil made with Certified Organic Olives Walla Walla, WA – March 3 2026 – CEO & Director of Winemaking Josh McDaniels and Founder Drew Bledsoe of Bledsoe Wine Estates, today announced the launch of The Bledsoe|McDaniels Olive Mill, a certified organic extra virgin olive oil made by Master Miller, Paul Durant. The inaugural release will be available for purchase beginning in March 2026. Created as a...
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Pear & Petal: A Festive Toast to Lunar New Year
When a celebration observed by nearly 20% of the world’s population rolls around, it deserves more than a nod — it deserves a proper cocktail. Lunar New Year marks the arrival of spring and the...
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Fremont Brewing Expands Award-Winning NA Lineup with New NA Hazy IPA
SEATTLE, WA – Fremont Brewing is excited to announce a bold new addition to its award-winning non-alcoholic beer lineup: Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPA. Available year-round beginning March 2026, this release joins Fremont’s growing NA series, which already includes...
Double Mountain Releases This Year’s From The Vault Series Beer
Double Mountain’s From the Vault: Gravitar Galactic IPA Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery is reaching back into the archives and blasting off into bold hop territory with the return of a fan favorite: From the Vault: Gravitar Galactic IPA. Part of...
Full Sail Brewing Co. Elevates Session Lager with New Beers and a Striking Retro Refresh
HOOD RIVER, OR – March 3, 2026 – Full Sail Brewing Company, Hood River’s award-winning brewery since 1987, is proud to celebrate iconic Session Lager’s 21st birthday by debuting two new lager styles accompanying it on the shelves this spring. Built on...
Introducing Pub Light: Lighter. Cheaper. Funner
Delicious enough to attract snobby passionate beerheads, clean enough to pass a yoga retreat sniff test, and bold enough to tell you that your favorite American light lager tastes like s***, Pub Light arrives as the newest, most important addition to the Cheap Fun...
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Freeland Spirits Unveils Pink Gin For Women’s History Month 2026
Limited-Edition Gin Raises Funds for Women in Leadership PORTLAND, OR (2/27/26) – Starting March, Freeland Spirits - one of the few women-owned craft distilleries in the country - is...
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Portland Cider Launches Imperial Blackberry Lime Year-Round and Introduces Imperial Passion Fruit for Spring
CLACKAMAS, Ore. — February 23, 2026 — Portland Cider Co. is expanding its bold imperial lineup with two fruit-forward releases: Imperial Blackberry Lime joins the core collection as a year-round offering, and Imperial Passion...
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Romance in the Canopy: A Pacific Northwest Escape at Skamania Lodge
Romance is a funny thing. It means something slightly different to everyone, subtle, subjective and alchemic. Add two people with their own histories, inside jokes, shared challenges and private language, and you have an infinite number of possible meanings. But...
Walla Walla Restaurant Month Celebrates 15 Years of Flavor this February with new “Date Night, School Night, Quick Bite” Tiered Menu Offerings
From prix-fixe menus to more casual fare, the Valley’s signature culinary event pairs expanded dining options with a month of food, wine, film, and beer (WALLA WALLA, Wash.) — One of the Northwest’s most anticipated food-focused celebrations, Walla Walla...
Winter Wine and Wellness Getaway in the Gorge
Pacific Northwesterners usually choose to hibernate in January, but wintering here can feel more fulfilling by seeking warmth and comfort as the light of longer days slowly returns. New Year’s resolutions made at the stroke of midnight typically involve things that...
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Sip Magazine’s 2025 Gift Guide
Celebrate the season with our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide, packed with standout craft beverage-inspired picks from around the Pacific Northwest. Discover exciting new finds, support local makers, and...