By Tim Pawsey
A mushroom whisky? Seriously? Yes, indeed. British Columbia-based Bearface Canadian Whisky has launched Bearface Matsutake (Wilderness Series 01), an artful blend of sherry cask-aged Canadian Whisky with an infusion of…
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4 Questions with Laurent Montalieu of NW Wine Company
Laurent Montalieu was born in Germany and moved to the postcard-perfect Caribbean Island of Guadeloupe when he was 1 year old. After spending his formative years there, he headed to…
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Cocktail Recipe: Oly Bliss with Olympia Vodka
Ready for a sip of bliss? This cocktail recipe is sure to do the trick. But, it has to start with a quality spirit made with an excellent water source….
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We Dig: A Local, Traditional Margarita
The best time for a margarita is when the sun is beating down, mid-summer, after all duties of the day are checked off the to-do list. Kicking back on a…
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Pretty in Pink: Red-Fleshed Apple Ciders Made in the PNW
It’s common to find cider in a pale yellow or light orange hue. But what about a red cider? Have you tried that yet? Cidermakers are continuing to push boundaries…
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Beer + Burger = Forever
SOUTHERN SWEETNESS I think a collective sigh was heard around Portland when the news of the closing of the beloved Trifecta Tavern was announced. We want to pay homage to this…
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The Ultimate Guide to Oregon’s Umpqua Valley AVA
Of all the postcard-worthy wine country landscapes in Oregon, there’s a singular pocket that appeals to those who have a sense of adventure. While you can’t declare the Umpqua Valley…
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Gompers: Gin that is, at once, Old-style and Oregon-style
Imagine, for a moment, if we were to nominate a Mt. Rushmore of gin-based cocktails.You’d have the negroni, gimlet, martini, martini (again), and the one cocktail even the most preoccupied…
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Ben’s Beer Pick
Red Mason RyeWatts Brewing, Bothell WA Washington ‘s Very Small Brewery of the Year in 2021, Watts in Bothell started canning in 2020 and is now available across greater Seattle….
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Brew Pubs With the Best Grub in Hood River
Whether you’re just passing through for lunch or making Hood River, Ore., your destination for the weekend, this town has it all. Outdoor adventures are plentiful, along with options for…
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