Montana is now Big Spirits Country. WildRye Distilling crafts award-winning bourbon, gin, vodka, and liqueurs from local farms. Read the full story and try cocktail recipes here: https://sipmagazine.com/call-of-the-wild/

A Festive Toast to Lunar New Year. 🥂 When nearly 20% of the world is partying, you better believe we’re pouring a drink to match. https://sipmagazine.com/pear-petal-a-festive-toast-to-lunar-new-year/ #LunarNewYear #SipMagazine #CocktailRecipe #YearOfTheFireHorse

In a world chasing trends, Sunriver Brewing shows that patience and purpose still matter: https://sipmagazine.com/built-on-water-driven-by-craft-sunriver-brewings-natural-edge/

Join the Auction of Washington Wines for the must-attend girls’ night of the season—an evening of exceptional wines from Washington’s finest female-led wineries, gourmet bites, bespoke auction packages, and a few delightful surprises. https://auctionofwawines.org/events/galentines

Super Bowl LX is almost here and we all know the most important play is the pour. Keepin it classy with a Washington Cab? Going hard with a hazy IPA? Or old school with a Vitamin R? Drop your drink of choice in the comments. We promise not to judge... much. Let’s go @seahawks!

🍷🍫 Red Wine & Chocolate Weekend - Presidents Day Weekend just got a little sweeter, and this year it lands ON Valentine’s Day. https://www.visityakima.com/wine-event-red-wine-and-chocolate @visityakima

🍻 Hop Mob 2026 returns Sat, Feb 7 at Reuben’s Ballard & Downtown taprooms. Sip exclusive Triple IPAs like Blimey That’s Bitter! & Triple Crush, plus guest taps from top PNW breweries. Doors open 11 AM—don’t miss it! https://sipmagazine.com/event/reubens-brews-hosts-the-2026-hop-mob/

2026 Sip Magazine edition will be officially out mid-March, serving as your definitive guide to the region’s evolving liquid culture. Spotlight Best of the Northwest Award Winners, alongside our list of this year's SipFluencers. https://shop.sippublishing.com/products/2026-annual-collectors-edition

Romance is sweeter with the views and flavors of the PNW. At Skamania Lodge, couples can zip through forests, relax in Alpine Treehouses, and savor craft cocktails and local cuisine. Read the full story: https://sipmagazine.com/romance-in-the-canopy-a-pacific-northwest-escape-at-skamania-lodge/

Get cozy with a glass of PNW Port. Check out the best fortified wines in the Pacific Northwest: https://sipmagazine.com/from-portugal-to-the-pnw-the-art-of-port-style-wines/ Story by Becky Garrison #PortWine #PNWWine #WashingtonWine #OregonWine #DessertWine

A new era has arrived for Washington’s founding winery. @chateaustemichelle is unveiling a stunning brand renaissance that honors its 60-year legacy while embracing a modern future.

Bidding is NOW OPEN for the auction of items from a Cidery Production Facility in Gig Harbor! https://murphyauction.com/Auction/Details/9877

With the recent closure of Pike Pub and Pike Fish Bar, we’re reflecting on the immense impact of Charles Finkel, the visionary who helped shape the Pacific Northwest’s craft culture.

As the craft beer landscape shifts beneath our feet, @pfriembeer is looking ahead in 2026 with a clear vision: quality, collaboration, and community.

Even Johansen’s journey from childhood sips of Malbec and Tannat to crafting Red Mountain wines honors his heritage while embracing experimentation.  https://sipmagazine.com/meet-dalset-wines-a-washington-winemaker-blending-norwegian-heritage-experimentation-and-red-mountain-terroir/

Meet Old Coxe Rum, a new release from Ewing Young Distillery. Barrel-aged and richly layered, it honors Naukane, a Hawaiian royal whose life bridged Hawaii and the Pacific Northwest. https://sipmagazine.com/old-coxe-rum-ewing-youngs-tribute-to-pnws-hawaiian-legacy/ Story by Ryan Stevens

Calling all beer writers! The Yakima Valley Residency, sponsored by @yakimavalley Tourism in partnership with the North American Guild of Beer Writers (NAGBW), is now open to NAGBW members. Apply now at the link in bio! https://www.visityakima.com/nagbw #NAGWB #visityakima

Forget hibernation—this winter, commit to comfort. We've curated the ultimate Wine and Wellness Getaway. Discover hidden gems in the Gorge with Sip Magazine! https://sipmagazine.com/winter-wine-and-wellness-getaway-in-the-gorge/ #WineSpa #OregonWine #PNWWinter #WellnessGetaway

Let's be real, the only resolution you'll actually keep involves our PNW Beverage Bingo card. Tag the friend who is definitely a bad influence below and tell us which local spot is first on your hit list! 👇 #PNWBeverageBingo #DrinkLocal

Sea Creatures Opens Three New Restaurants at RailSpur in Pioneer Square

“You don’t need a wine education to enjoy what’s in this can.” Inspired by the street that raised her, Tiquette Bramlett brings a new kind of wine culture to the table:

From landmark acquisitions to long-awaited openings, 2025 has been a defining year for the Northwest beverage scene! Curious to see the full list of moments that defined 2025? Click here: https://sipmagazine.com/top-news-stories-of-2025/ #NorthwestBeverage #PNWdrinks #DrinkLocal

From Willamette Valley vineyards to the streets of Spokane, 2025 has been a year of unforgettable storytelling. We’ve curated the features you loved most—the ones that truly capture the spirit of the Pacific Northwest right here:

Merry Christmas from all of us at Sip Magazine. May your holidays be full of laughter, warmth, and exceptional sips. We’re curious, what is your go-to holiday drink this year? A classic cocktail, something new, cozy eggnog, or a fine glass of wine?

Sip celebrates the people driving our craft community forward. Nominate a 2025 SIPfluencer or nominate yourself now through January 9th!  Click here: https://sipmagazine.com/whos-shaping-the-northwest-beverage-world-nominate-a-2025-sipfluencer/

Last but not least... on the final day of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits, we’re serving up a modern classic, the Tequila-Sherry Egg Nog by Jeffrey Morgenthaler using @necesitatequila añejo: https://sipmagazine.com/clyde-commons-tequila-sherry-egg-nog/

For the final day of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits, we’re serving up the ultimate cozy sipper: the 1894 Gingerbread Brandy Nog with Gingerbread Pecan Syrup from @thedistillarium - https://sipmagazine.com/1894-gingerbread-brandy-nog/

11th Day of Holiday Spirit, we're serving up two festive sips! @rainfirespirits Bourbon Dessert with dark chocolate, cream + warm oaky notes + @madronadistillery Wintergarden Gin & Tonic featuring fresh cucumber and cracked pepper. https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

The folks over at @wineaway created the best product to save the holidays (and save your linens, too). Women-owned from the heart of Walla Walla Wine Country, it’s the bleach-free, citrus-scented secret to keeping the vibes high and the stress low: https://www.wineaway.com/

Day 10 of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits brings something bold and something cozy. Enjoy a Winter Espresso Martini with coffee liqueur, bourbon, and hazelnut, plus an indulgent Wild Roots Apple Cinnamon Pudding. https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

Day 9 of 12 Days of Holiday Spirits! A Cash Butt Dist. Orchard 75 is a holiday spin on the classic French 75. Next, indulge in a @kachkapdx Gelty Pleasure, a creamy delight that blends the Eastern Euro Kogel Mogel w/ a vodka toast. https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

Day 8 of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits is here! Cozy up with a Hot Toddy from Hood River Distillers or shake up a Holiday Cheer-Meister Mule with Block One Potato Vodka, citrus, cranberry, and ginger beer.  https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

Eggnog is making a tasty comeback this season in Seattle. We recently joined a panel of Eggnog "experts" to judge some of the most creative 'nog variations in the city. The winner? Well, you'll have to head to the link below to find out!

Day 7 of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits is here! Warm up with a Verte Chaud twist of broVo Uncharted Rhapsody Liqueur, cocoa, and whipped cream. Or sip a Rainier Gin Cascade Collins with citrus, bubbles, and a touch of thyme. https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

Halfway through our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits! Steal the spotlight with a Flagship Cranberry Sour featuring @WestlandWhiskey. Then, say hello to the Nice to Meet You Margarita by @bluespiritsdistilling. Grab the full recipes here: https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

🥃 Sip Magazine announces the winners of the 14th Annual Best of the Northwest Spirits Awards. These award-winning spirits showcase the Northwest’s creativity and quality just in time for the holidays https://sipmagazine.com/announcing-the-14th-annual-best-of-the-northwest-spirits-awards/

Happy Day 5 of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits! Sip the Christmas Tree Martini with crisp vodka and pine-kissed Doug Fir brandy, or try Northwest Spirits’ Jingle Juice with blood orange, spiced syrup, and rosemary. https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

Day 4 of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits: Sip the creamy Chocolate Coconut Flip from Whistling Andy with hibiscus coconut rum, vanilla, & chocolate, or go bubbly with Koenig’s Spicy Apple made with whiskey, cinnamon, and cider. https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

Cheers to Day 3 of our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits! The Holiday Lemon Drop from @scratchspirits and the Christmas Tree Farm Spritz from @pilothousedistilling. Get the recipes: https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/ #HolidayCocktails #12DaysOfHolidaySpirits

It’s Day 2 of 12 Days of Holiday Spirits! Winter Perks from @NewDealPDX - notes of coffee, cocoa nibs, and rye, w/ tart cranberry and fruit. Bourbon Blitzen by @woodbourbon - rich bourbon, cranberry, zesty citrus, and ginger beer. https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

We’re kicking off our 12 Days of Holiday Spirits with two cocktails to get you in the mood. Get cozy with the Woodland Yuletide by @sennzafinne_libations and Raspberry & Rye Pie Spritz from @whidbeydistillery https://sipmagazine.com/category/spirits/12-days-of-holiday-spirits/

Discover The Muse in Everett’s historic Weyerhaeuser building, where rare Prohibition-era pours and refined cocktails meet. See why this waterfront gem is a must-visit. https://sipmagazine.com/inside-one-of-the-rarest-whiskey-experiences-in-the-pnw/

Have you seen our Holiday Gift Guide yet? From the 2025 World Gin Awards Silver Medal Winner, @Rainier_Beer Mountain Fresh Gin, to other swoon-worthy finds, we’ve got the perfect picks for your loved ones. See all the gifts here: https://sipmagazine.com/sip-magazines-2025-gift-guide/

Forget the burgers, Portland's brewpubs are serving up some seriously good pizza to go with their craft beers and ciders. 🍕🍺 https://sipmagazine.com/pizza-pints-11-portland-breweries-and-cideries-serving-up-the-best-pizza-pairings/

Wood Family Spirits is launching its first-ever Winter Bourbon Series, a limited-edition release celebrating Oregon's craft, heritage, and stunning landscapes. https://sipmagazine.com/a-winter-spirit-born-of-the-pacific-northwest/

Cairdeas Winery, named for the Irish word for friendship, is Charlie and Lacey Lybecker’s passion project. Rhône-inspired wines from Lake Chelan AVA celebrate family, connection, and rare varietals. https://sipmagazine.com/cairdeas-winery-friendship-at-the-core-of-a-washington-rhone-vision/

Santa called—he’s taking notes from our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide. We’ve curated the ultimate list of sip-worthy surprises for every craft beverage fan on your list: https://sipmagazine.com/sip-magazines-2025-gift-guide/

Let’s be honest: Thanksgiving dinner is the opening act. The wine is the headliner. Turkey, tamales, or takeout—no matter the menu, a perfect wine pairing is non-negotiable. Our cheat sheet has you covered. https://sipmagazine.com/go-to-wine-pairings-for-holiday-spreads/

Talking Cedar, the first tribally owned brewery and distillery in the US, just took home 4 medals from Sip's Best of the NW, signaling that this Grand Mound brewery is a rising force in the PNW. https://sipmagazine.com/talking-cedar-is-becoming-a-northwest-powerhouse/

We’re on the hunt for the Northwest’s most festive sips and coziest holiday vibes! Tag your favorite bars and restaurants below and tell us why their holiday cocktails and spaces deserve a spot on the nice list. #HolidayCocktails