September in Washington’s Yakima Valley isn’t just your typical transition to fall. For the Yakima Valley, the smell of freshly harvested hops wafts through the air as we all get ridiculously excited about fresh hop beers. It’s a time of year to slow down,...
Summer drinking typically takes a lighter tone as we look to fruity, refreshing drinks that are easy to sip. And while canned wines and cocktails are certainly at the top of the list, there’s one category that continues to take the world by storm, with not only a...
We’re officially in the dead of summer. It’s the time of year when we’re soaking it all up, the sun rays, the longer days, the family vacations and more. But as July turns to August, it’s also prime time to embrace all the fresh produce available right at our...
Underwood The SpritzUnion Wine Co., Tualatin, OR Summer is starting to wind down, but that doesn’t mean what you’re sippin’ on has to! Underwood from Union Wine Co. recently released its first true seltzer, and the results are nothing short of delicious. Once you...
Lemon Drop – Canned CocktailDrop Shop Distillery, Hillsboro OR The ideal balance of tart to sweet? That’s exactly what you’ll find in a traditional Lemon Drop cocktail. Now, Drop Shop Distillery has harnessed this classic and canned it for ultimate convenience. But...
The number of cideries producing delicious drinks continues to grow. And while each and every one focuses on making great, sippable cider, others are driven by a further mission. For WildCraft Cider Works, based in Eugene, Ore., it’s a devotion to land stewardship...
Long gone are the days when vineyards and winemakers in Washington state were seen as scrappy underdogs, producing an underappreciated product – especially when compared to a certain large state to the south. These days, Washington wine creates its own...
Huckleberry CiderTieton Cider Works, Yakima, WA If you’ve spent time in the PNW, you know huckleberries reign supreme. Tieton Cider Works has captured the beauty of this incredible mountain crop and added it to a cider! A blend of Washington State apples and...
When the sun’s out and the temps are high, there’s nothing more refreshing than a cider slushie. These chilled sippers have boomed in popularity in recent years, and more and more cideries are getting creative with their offerings. They’re playful, they’re fun and...
Warmer weather calls for more outdoor cooking. It’s the most beautiful time of year, when the sun is shining, flowers are blooming and you can bust out your grill or smoker to show off your skills! But sometimes, burgers, hot dogs and even pulled pork can get a...
