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PROOF WA Distillery Festival Hosted by the WA Distillers Guild, PROOF is the event not to miss if you enjoy fine craft spirits! Come taste from a variety of WA distilleries both large and small, from gin to whiskey to amari there is something for everyone to enjoy.

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

Vineyard with ripe grapes under cloudy sky; text reads "Backyard Wine Country: Can Seattle Grow Great Grapes? Story by Alex Wolf."

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/

Retro travel scene with a globe, suitcase, cocktail cans labeled "Old Fashioned" and "Margarita," and drinks by an airplane window.

Cocktail glass with a chili pepper garnish, a can labeled "Straightaway Thai Gimlet," lime wedges, and a red pepper on a vibrant backdrop.

Vintage Motorola radio, tropical decor, and a can of "Straightaway Margarita" cocktail with vintage binoculars and a globe.

A can of "Straightaway Oregon Old Fashioned" cocktail sits on a table near a vintage radio, model airplane, and whiskey glass, with snowy mountains in the background.

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

Two cans of Elvira's Spicy Pumpkins pumpkin spiced cider, featuring Elvira on a broomstick against a full moon backdrop.

Dark cloudy night sky background with text: “To create Elvira’s first cider collaboration, we knew it had to be bold, mischievous, and spicy. Spicy Pumpkins celebrates all things autumnal and spooky.” - Christine Walter, founder of Bauman’s Cider Co.

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/

DeLille Cellars Officially Opens “DeLille En Ville” at University Village Accepting Reservations Now; Grand Opening Weekend Sept. 19-21 WOODINVILLE, Wash. (September 10, 2025)—DeLille Cellars, a pioneer in Washington state’s wine industry, announced today that its highly anticipated University Village restaurant […]

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

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Traditional mezcal production with agave roasting in an underground pit; a hand pours clear mezcal from a bottle into a glass.

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/

Seattle’s Great Pumpkin Beer Festival Returns for its 21st Year | Oct 3-4  Elysian Brewing’s Great Pumpkin Beer Festival (GPBF) is turning 21, and this year, it’s headed back to where it all began: Elysian’s Capitol Hill pub. For the first time in over a decade, […]

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.

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Swiftie Sips: Cocktails for Taylor’s Latest Era Empress 1908 Gin — the handcrafted, small-batch gin behind the viral Lavender Haze cocktail — has crafted a NEW lineup of Swiftie-inspired cocktail recipes to celebrate Taylor Swift as she enters her newest […]

Calling all Swifties! ✨ @Empress1908Gin has crafted the ultimate cocktail lineup for Taylor's newest era: https://sipmagazine.com/swiftie-sips-cocktails-for-taylors-latest-era/

Which one are you mixing first?

#SwiftieSips #TaylorSwift #EmpressGin #CocktailRecipes #NewEra

Happy National Coffee Day! ☕️ Skip the espresso martini and try this rum-forward cocktail instead. https://sipmagazine.com/move-over-espresso-martinis-this-coffee-cocktail-is-your-national-coffee-day-upgrade/

#NationalCoffeeDay #CoffeeCocktail #CocktailRecipe

A person in an outdoor setting pours water from a bottle labeled "The Ultimate Outdoor Adventure" into a red mug, with a focus on the wine stream.

Tailgating just got easier. Leave the glassware at home and bring along Cascadian Wine canned wines instead! We’ll be enjoying their crisp Chardonnay and bubbly Sparkling Rosé while we cheer. 

For more portable PNW options: https://sipmagazine.com/northwest-wineries-embrace-the-portable-pour/

A man in a brown shirt sits outdoors, holding a glass of white wine being poured. Text: "Poured with Purpose: A Look at Washington’s Sustainable Sips" by Becky Garrison.

Washington’s breweries, cideries, distilleries, and wineries are redefining sustainable sipping. From drip-irrigated hop farms to B Corp and Salmon-Safe certifications, they’re raising the bar far beyond state borders.

→ sipmagazine.com/poured-with-purpose-a-look-at-washingtons-sustainable-sips/

Cruise ship at sea, two women inspecting a wine bottle, and champagne being poured. Text highlights Holland America's exclusive sparkling wine.

A gloved hand holds a bottle of Holland America Line sparkling wine against a blurred mountainous backdrop.

Cruise ship staff on deck, smiling and holding champagne bottles and glasses, with a scenic mountainous backdrop and coastal town visible.

A confident woman with short brown hair, wearing a black blouse, stands with arms crossed in an industrial setting with metal tanks.

Holland America’s top bottle is now homegrown! 🍾 Made in Eastern WA by an all-woman team, this bright and fruity sparkling earned 90 points from Wine Enthusiast. Full story → https://sipmagazine.com/homegrown-bubbles-holland-americas-exclusive-washington-sparkling-wine-becomes-the-fleets-top-pour/

Three women wearing hop flower crowns smile, holding drinks at a Yakima Valley festival. Text highlights harvest season celebrations.

Harvest season in Washington’s Yakima Valley is peak farm-to-table magic!
From the Fresh Hop Ale Festival to Crush’s grape celebrations, sip local brews at Bale Breaker or join hands-on winery experiences. 

→ https://sipmagazine.com/toasting-the-high-season-in-yakima/

Don't toss those strawberry tops and fennel fronds! Transform them into this cocktail instead.
"Off the Top" is a surprisingly complex and delicious cocktail that champions sustainability. Get the recipe: https://sipmagazine.com/waste-not-want-not-off-the-top-cocktail/

Hood River Orchard & Ale Festival Get ready, Hood River — a fresh new tradition is brewing! This fall, we’re raising a glass to two of the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic seasonal offerings: crisp craft ciders and fresh hop beers.

Get ready, Hood River! This fall, we are celebrating two of the PNW's favorites, crisp craft ciders and fresh hop beers, at the first-ever Hood River Orchard and Ale Festival.

https://sipmagazine.com/event/hood-river-orchard-ale-festival/

October 4th, 2025 | 11AM-7PM | Hood River Event Site

The Woods Spirit Co. Announces Final Barrel-Aged Nocino Vintage And Celebrates Award-Winning Barrel-Aged Amaro and Hazelnut Cream Liqueur North Vancouver, BC (September 11, 2025) – This fall, The Woods Spirit Co. will bid a bittersweet farewell to its celebrated Barrel-Aged […]

It's a bittersweet farewell for fans of Barrel-Aged Nocino. This distillery has announced that due to the impacts of climate change on their green walnut supply, this year's vintage will be its last:

5 Washington Wineries Showcasing the State’s Next Chapter Uncover the artistry of Washington wineries where new vintners push boundaries and create exceptional site-driven wines.

From Red Mountain to the Columbia Gorge, a new generation of vintners is showing us all what Pacific Northwest wine can be. Meet five game-changing producers with site-driven bottlings and innovative approaches:

Beyond the Pour: Mixers, Garnishes & Cocktail Essentials Explore cocktail essentials that enhance your drinks. Unique mixers and garnishes from Washington will inspire your creativity.

Give your cocktails a boost with local mixers, garnishes, and essentials from Washington makers.
Stock your bar and explore the full lineup →

Man in lederhosen drinking from a large beer mug. Text reads: "Raise a Stein: Oktoberfest events to explore across Washington."

Got your lederhosen ready? Brats in hand? 🍺 Oktoberfest season is here! From Fremont to Leavenworth, we’ve rounded up the best festivals full of beer, food & Bavarian fun.

🥨 See the full list + event links here: https://sipmagazine.com/events

Welcome to wine's newest frontier: the great outdoors. Thanks to a "pinkies down" revolution led by brands like @unionwinecompany, wine is no longer just for fancy tasting rooms.

https://sipmagazine.com/wine-in-the-great-outdoors/

Cider Summit Seattle Join us for the 14th annual Cider Summit Seattle on Fri/Sat, September 12-13 at the South Lake Union Discovery Center lawn.

Cider Summit Seattle is back September 12–13 at South Lake Union. Sample 150+ selections from 40+ producers, explore the Heritage Cider Pavilion, and check out the new cocktail lounge. Tickets are $35.

Get the full details here:

Discover Wisconsin's thriving wine scene in Door County, where hybrid grapes like Marquette and La Crescent flourish. Explore tasting rooms offering wines from California and Oregon, and visit the state's oldest winery, Von Steil.

Learn more at https://sipmagazine.com/wine-in-wisconsin/

Discover Downtown Edmonds: A Charming Puget Sound Day Trip to Sip & Stroll Revisit the heart of downtown Edmonds and see how it has grown from a sleepy town to a bustling community hub.

Discover Downtown Edmonds: A Day Trip Guide - From morning coffee to evening cocktails at @fireandthefeast, this charming waterfront town has transformed into the perfect day trip destination.

Tall pink and cream layered milkshake topped with whipped cream and a cherry, set on a table beside a vase of colorful wildflowers.

Two elegant cocktail glasses filled with a vibrant pink drink, garnished with dried flowers, next to a bottle of vodka.

A glass of red sangria garnished with orange and lime slices, mint, and rosemary sprigs, with metal straws, on a white table.

A martini glass filled with a clear cocktail, garnished with a lemon twist and lavender sprigs, in front of a liqueur bottle.

Late summer in the PNW is a season you can taste—lavender blooms, blackberries burst, and herbs spill from gardens into your glass. These 4 cocktails capture the fleeting flavors of the season, best sipped close to home. https://sipmagazine.com/fresh-late-summer-cocktails-from-the-pacific-northwest/

Joe Dobbes Embraces Reinvention in Oregon Wine Learn how Joe Dobbes transformed the Oregon wine industry and why he paused his thriving business to regain his connection to winemaking.

After 40 yrs in winemaking, Joe Dobbes walked away... only to return with Iterum Wines, crafting just 1,800 cases from his 21-acre vineyard. 

Full story →

Registration is officially open! Here’s your opportunity to be part of Sip Magazine’s 14th Annual Best of the Northwest and have your wine, beer, spirits and ciders evaluated and honored through blind tastings by expert judges.

See what our judges say 👉

Happy Labor Day!

Today, we honor the incredible folks who bring the Pacific Northwest's vibrant food and drink scene to life. Here's to you and a well-deserved day off!

Which local wine, beer, cider, or spirit are you toasting with today? Let us know in the comments!

Cover of "Distilled in Washington: A History" by Becky Garrison, featuring a vintage whiskey bottle and glass on a wooden surface.

Did you know Washington tried to ban alcohol in 1854? 'Distilled in Washington: A History' by Becky Garrison traces the state’s journey from prohibition to today’s craft spirits scene.

Pick up a copy, pour a glass, and enjoy!
→ https://sipmagazine.com/distilled-in-washington-a-history/

A Cool Shift: Lighter Reds Take the Spotlight in Warm Weather Learn from Bryan Laing at Hazelfern Cellars why chilled red wines are taking over summer. Enjoy the perfect warm-weather drink!

When the sun is high and the grill is fired up, most people reach for a crisp white or rosé. But a growing number of Pacific Northwest winemakers are championing something unexpected: chilled red wine.