about

Sip Magazine.

Seattle-based Sip Magazine has been a Northwest resource for all things craft beverage since 2009. Family-owned and female-run, Sip shares stories and news through its print magazine and website, along with new releases, events and industry insights through its social channels.

Formerly Sip Northwest, the publication evolved into Sip Magazine in 2020. Through its group of thirsty contributors, we’re dedicated to celebrating craft culture with a focus on wine, beer, spirits and cider, along with zero-proof options. Discover profiles on producers to learn their history and goals in the industry, beverage reviews to find your next favorite sip, boozy recipes from cocktails to desserts, travel-focused stories highlighting libation destinations and more. 

Locals themselves, Sip‘s publisher, editor and writers are engrained in the Northwest and passionate about sharing all that the Pacific Northwest — and beyond — has to offer.

Kristin Ackerman Bacon

Publisher, CEO

A Washington native whose family has long ties to the wine industry in Eastern Washington, Ackerman Bacon brings more than a decade of experience with luxury lifestyle magazines to Sip Northwest. Her extensive resume includes management positions at Robb Report Vacation Homes, Estates West Magazine and Luxuryrealestate.com and selling within titles such a Robb Report, The Robb Report Collection, Worth, Denver Life and Desert Living. Since launching Sip Publishing, she has also brought to life CIDERCRAFT magazine and Sip’s Wine Guide: British Columbia launched in Spring 2017.

EMAIL:  kristin@sipmagazine.com

Melissa Ackerman Miller

Chief Operating Officer

A native to Washington State, Miller brings over a decade of business development and operation experience to Sip Northwest magazine. Prior to her involvement with Sip Northwest, Miller spent over 12 years in the business operations of an Arizona Spring Training Facility and management of Recreation Department. Her diverse experience includes managing multi-million dollar operational and capital budgets, revenue/expense forecasting, project planning and implementation, marketing and advertising, sponsorship development and event development, along with marketing and implementation.

EMAIL:    melissa@sippublishing.com

Announcing the Medalists of the 13th Annual Best of the Northwest Cider Awards

Just in time for the holidays, we’re thrilled to wrap up award season and announce the winners of our 13th Annual Best of the Northwest Cider Awards! Cider is the perfect complement to so many dishes that will grace your holiday table. Head to your local bottle shop...

4 Unique Holiday Cocktails to Sip this Season

Get into the festive spirit with our handpicked selection of four unique holiday cocktails. From Scandinavian-inspired flavors to warm and spicy mixes, these drinks are sure to tickle your taste buds and wow your guests. Whether you’re into a classic Champagne...

Public Coast Brewing Co. Announces Seasonal Beer Releases for Winter

Cannon Beach’s popular brewery to collaborate with Smith Teamaker and Ranger Chocolate  Co. for winter-inspired beers CANNON BEACH, Ore (December 16, 2024) - Public Coast Brewing Co. is releasing two new cozy season-inspired beers to kick off the start of...

Serve Up Holiday Cheer with 2BAR Spirits’ Festive Cocktail Recipes

Toast to the season with 2BAR Spirits, a Northwest grain-to-glass distillery and Seattle’s first to produce bourbon crafted entirely from Washington grain. The award-winning distillery has curated a list of holiday cocktails perfect for making merry at home. “Our...

The Ultimate DIY Cider Cocktail Bar for the Holidays

Looking to elevate your holiday party with a bit of flair? Enter the DIY cider cocktail bar — a mix-it-yourself setup that brings cider’s versatility and holiday cheer together. It’s easy to set up, fun to use and makes you look like the holiday host everyone secretly...

It’s winter at Ferment Brewing: Barrel-aged beers and yurts are here

Portland, OR. — One of the many things that Hood River’s Ferment Brewing does really well is winter. Today the brewery announces the release of three barrel aged winter warmer beers and the installation of heated yurts that overlook the Columbia River from Ferment’s...

Raising the Bar & @soberishmom Partner on Mocktail Kit

Seattle, WA - Katie Nessel of @soberishmom (over 200k followers on Instagram & TikTok) has partnered with Raising the Bar, the leading, female-founded, zero-proof cocktail subscription box company, to share an exciting collaboration to create a...

Bend’s Terranaut Beer is a Vibe

Brewing classic styles as well as experimental brews Brewing beer seemed inevitable for Bryon Pyka. A high school friend’s dad was a homebrewer and, later,  so was  a college buddy. While going to school in Chicago in the early 2000s, specialty beer was...

NOD TO GLÖGG

Krogstad Festlig Aquavit from House Spirits Distillery should definitely be on your winter spirits shopping list. Spice up your holiday celebrations with a classic winter warmer reimagined –Glögg! This updated version combines the best of the traditional libation with...

Announcing the Medalists of the 13th Annual Best of the Northwest Spirits Awards

It’s officially time to get into the holiday spirit! We are thrilled to share the winners of our 13th Annual Best of the Northwest Spirits Awards! We’ll take the guesswork out of finding that perfect gift for the connoisseur in your life. Taste tested and expertly...