Best Local Distillery
Thinking Tree Spirits
Thinking Tree Spirits opened about a year ago last solstice, founder Emily Jensen says. “We’ve been busting our butts, and it’s exciting to hear people … Continue reading
Swizzle Archive
Best Cocktail
Anything with whiskey in it
Jameson Sour, old fashioned, hot toddy, whiskey ginger. We admit we were looking for specifics when we asked you for your favorite cocktail in Lane … Continue reading
Best Bar to Watch Sports
Wetlands Brew Pub and Sports Bar
When Darci Lien started work at Wetlands more than five years ago, being a sports bar was more of a target than a reality. “I … Continue reading
Non-Alcoholic Drinks Are Cool
Sodas, mocktails and teas in Eugene
Alcohol is expensive, and putting its detrimental health effects aside, sometimes you just need a refreshing drink — one that won’t impair your driving abilities. … Continue reading
Best Bar
The Pint Pot
I used to live right across the street from The Pint Pot Public House, and although I don’t miss the crappy student housing I had, … Continue reading
Where do you go to have a drink?
Local trendsetters share where they go and what they order when they’re in the mood for a drink
Brian McWhorter Conductor of Eugene’s OrchestraNext and a professor of trumpet at the University of Oregon School of Music and Dance Close call between Rye … Continue reading
Best Bartender in Lane County?
Crystal Gerig serves up whiskey and PBR at the Horsehead
Crystal Gerig has three rules for successful bartending: Fake it until you make it. Being able to multitask is huge. And be aware of everyone. … Continue reading
That’s the Spirit
Lane County loves to distill
To our squealing delight, craft distilleries are on the rise. In the last six months, a number of brand-new spirit operations have popped up in … Continue reading
Drinking by the Numbers
OLCC stats show it’s easier to find bars, distilleries and liquor stores around Lane County
Looking for a bar in Lane County? You shouldn’t have to look too hard. According to the Oregon Liquor Control Commission, as of Feb. 7 … Continue reading