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

Tacoma’s waterfront has a new neighbor! Evergreen State Brewing at 1901 Dock Street serves craft beer, tribute and seasonal brews, BBQ from We Be Smok’n, live music, Seahawks games, and special events.

Raise a glass! 🍻 Discover the winners of Sip Magazine's 14th Annual Best of the Northwest Beer Awards. Nearly 600 submissions judged by experts. See who received top honors! Check the full list on our website.

Ready to restock your cellar? Join Columbia Collective on November 15 for the ultimate wine sale. Taste, explore, and stock up by the case at unbeatable prices. Your ticket includes 10 pours and expert guidance!

Ever had a gin that tastes like the wild West Coast? Hello, Sheringham Distillery's Raincoast Gin—where juniper meets nettle and oakmoss in the most unexpectedly perfect way. Learn more and get the recipe for an Instant Revival: https://sipmagazine.com/an-instant-revival-with-sheringham-distillery/

Enter now for Sip Magazine’s 14th Annual Best of the Northwest Spirits Awards! Submit your spirits to be blind-tasted by expert judges and showcased to the region’s most passionate craft beverage enthusiasts. Don’t miss out!

In downtown Walla Walla, a century-old building has been transformed into The Drayman House, a unique wine storage facility that doubles as a social club. 🍷 https://sipmagazine.com/the-drayman-house-a-cellar-with-soul/

Join WSU Tri-Cities’ Cougar Tracks for The Art of Pairing: Elevating Food & Wine on Nov. 18, 1–4 p.m. at the Walter Clore Wine & Culinary Center in Prosser. https://sipmagazine.com/event/elevating-washington-wine-hospitality/

Celebrate the season’s first olive oil pressing at the 16th Annual Olio Nuovo Festival, Nov 1–30! From wine & oil tastings and seven-course suppers to olive mill tours, live music, and shopping—which experience will you toast first?

Growing grapes west of the Cascades isn’t luck — it’s alignment. The right variety, rootstock, and expectations make all the difference. See what thrives (and what struggles) in your backyard vineyard, and how to give grapes the best start: https://sipmagazine.com/growing-wine-grapes-in-seattle/

What do you get when you mix Italian tradition with a Western spirit? The world's first bourbon-based amaro.

Orcas Island’s favorite fall festival is back! Hops on the Rock takes over Market Street on November 8th with tastings from 20+ beer, cider, seltzer, and winemakers.

Fremont Brewing, a Seattle favorite rooted in craft and community, enters a new chapter with its non-alcoholic collection—crafted with the same care, integrity, and sense of connection that define its classics.

Celebrating 15 years of cidery excellence! 2Towns Ciderhouse is marking this milestone with a special anniversary cider made from heirloom apples.

The Fresh Hop Beer Results are in! Judging for Sip Magazine's 14th Annual Best of the Northwest Beer Competition wrapped up October 15, and while we’re holding the full results until November 12, we couldn’t wait to share our Fresh Hop winners!

The Washington Brewers Guild has announced its inaugural Hall of Fame inductees, honoring seven trailblazers for their leadership, innovation, and impact on Washington’s craft beer scene. 

PROOF is back! Hosted by the WA Distillers Guild, this event features exceptional craft spirits from across Washington—from smooth whiskeys to botanical gins. Enjoy 12 tasting tickets, rare releases, and savory or sweet pies from 3.14 PIE.

Raise your hand if you’ve ever skipped cake for a cocktail—no shame here! On National Dessert Day, we’re flipping the script. What's your go-to dessert cocktail? Spill the sweet tea in the comments. #nationaldessertday

Can Seattle grow great grapes? It’s not for the faint of heart. Rain comes hard, summers vanish fast, and the soil demands careful reading.... Read the full guide here: https://sipmagazine.com/backyard-wine-country-can-seattle-grow-great-grapes/

You may have tried Straightaway on Alaska Airlines, spotted them at your favorite bar, or found their Tequila Edition pack and advent calendar at Costco. With doodle-clad cans and bold flavor, they are making their mark. Have a favorite? https://sipmagazine.com/?s=straightaway

Bauman's Cider Co. and Elvira, Mistress of the Dark, unveil Elvira's Spicy Pumpkins cider. Made from fresh apples and warming spices, this seasonal treat is wickedly delicious. Full story: https://sipmagazine.com/baumans-cider-co-and-elvira-mistress-of-the-dark-unveil-spicy-pumpkins/

In case you missed it - Washington winery DeLILLE CELLARS has a new restaurant and wine shop in Seattle! DeLille En Ville, officially opened this month at University Village. https://sipmagazine.com/delille-cellars-officially-opens-delille-en-ville-at-university-village/ #SeattleEats

Mezcal is often misunderstood, but Mocel is changing that. Founded in Yakima by sisters Rosalinda and Elizabeth Mendoza, Mocel honors a 400-year-old Michoacán tradition with small-batch, award-winning mezcales. Discover their story: https://sipmagazine.com/roots-in-yakima-made-in-michoacan/

The Great Pumpkin Beer Festival turns 21 and returns to its original Capitol Hill pub Oct 3–4! 🎃🍺 Seattle’s most iconic fall beer fest is back where it all began. Don’t miss it: