Drink Like the Earth Depends on It

by | Apr 22, 2025

In honor of Earth Day, we’re spotlighting Northwest producers that are raising the bar for sustainability. From solar-powered operations and refillable packaging to organic orchards and conservation partnerships, these producers are leading with purpose. Their commitment to the land—and the craft—reminds us that every sip can support a healthier planet.

Photos: Top left provided by Alezana Estate, Top right Soter Buttercups by Carolyn Wells Kramer, Bottom Left The Walls by Jake Parrish, Bottom Right Sokol Blosser Winery by Andrea Johnson.

Wineries

These vineyards are cultivating more than just great wine—they’re nurturing biodiversity, reducing waste, and protecting Northwest land for generations to come.

Over half of SOTER VINEYARD’S estate is preserved wildland. They’re Demeter certified biodynamic, LIVE certified, Salmon Safe, Bee Friendly, and part of 1% for the Planet—donating over $130K to the Oregon Environmental Council.

THE WALLS VINEYARDS farms organically, uses solar power, and focuses on low-impact packaging—like kegs, lightweight glass, and 3L pouches. They’ve recycled 3,300+ lbs of glass in 2024 alone.

KING ESTATE is Oregon Tilth certified organic and became North America’s largest biodynamic vineyard in 2016. 

SOKOL BLOSSER has been certified organic since 2005 and B-Corp certified since 2015. They were the first U.S. winery to have a LEED-certified barrel cellar, showcasing their commitment to sustainability.

ALEXANA ESTATE uses perennial native cover crops, livestock integration and is practicing regenerative viticulture —prioritizing sustainable farming in the Willamette Valley.

Photos provided by Hopworks Brewery, Fremont Brewing, Aslan Brewing, pFriem Family Brewers

Breweries

From solar power to Salmon-Safe hops, these breweries are proving that great beer and green practices go hand in hand.

HOPWORKS BREWERY is the first certified B-Corp Brewery in the Pacific NW.  Prioritizing Organic ingredients and Salmon-Safe Hops, and sourcing local for our beer and menu items.  Brewing beer as a force for good since 2007!

FREMONT BREWING has embedded sustainability into its core operations through several key initiatives: it invests 60% of its energy in renewable sources, uses eco-friendly cans, repurposes spent grain, conserves water, and supports organic farming by sourcing local, pesticide-free ingredients

ASLAN BREWING, a certified B Corporation, prioritizes organic ingredients, energy efficiency & waste reduction in its brewing processes.

PFRIEM Family Brewers is committed to supporting river conservation, watershed health, and wildlife habitat preservation.

Photos provided by Finnriver Farm & Cidery, Double Mountain Brewery & Cidery, Blossom Barn Cidery, Alpenfire Cidery, Schilling Cider, Bend Cider

Cideries

These cider makers are rooted in sustainability, blending traditional craft with modern stewardship—from organic orchards to eco-conscious packaging.

DOUBLE MOUNTAIN BREWERY & CIDERY in Hood River partners with Oregon Bottle Drop for refillable bottles, reducing packaging waste. Their 25,000-sq-ft solar panel installation helps achieve a net-zero energy footprint.

FINNRIVER FARM & CIDERY is an organic farm, certified B Corp, Salmon Safe Orchard, and craft cidery dedicated to sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship and their new can packaging expands the reach of their sustainable, premium ciders.

ALPENFIRE CIDER is a family-owned cidery crafting authentic ciders from organic estate apples, honoring heritage varieties & local orchards.

BLOSSOM BARN CIDERY generates half their power with solar arrays, composts juicing by-products, and mulches young pear trees with wool from their own sheep.

BEND CIDER features endangered species on their cans and donates a portion of sales to environmental education. 

SCHILLING CIDER’S “KEEP IT WILD” supports wild space preservation, with 5% of sales from Excelsior Imperial Apple, Moon Berries, & Local Legend supporting 7 nonprofit partners across 11 states (plus, Excelsior Imperial Apple is now Climate Neutral!)

Photo: Left, by Elli Hart Creative. Right, provided by Sheringham Distillery

Distilleries

These distillers are raising the bar with planet-friendly practices, from recycled glass and water reuse to ethical ingredient sourcing.

SHERINGHAM DISTILLERY champions sustainability through water recycling, by-product development, and certifications like BC Green Business and The Climate Pledge, while prioritizing clean and ethically sourced ingredients.

ANTIDOTE DISTILLING CO. uses 100% recycled glass bottles, practices sustainable foraging and runs a bottle return program. They reuse water in their distilling process and have located a natural water source to proof their future whiskies.

Melissa Miller

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 her at melissa@sippublishing.com.

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