Imbibing Agenda

The Saint, Tommy Gun Throw Birthday Bashes

Drink specials on Olive Way, two nights in a row.

04/03/2012 By Christopher Werner

Still Life

Woodinville Whiskey Co. Releases Its First Rye Whiskey

While the rye will be a distillery mainstay, the first batch is bound to go fast.

03/30/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Oeno Files

Video: Hit the Bucket

Why, and how, you should spit when wine tasting.

03/29/2012 By Julie H. Case

Boozy Events

Time for a Round of Hop Scotch

Seattle’s springtime celebration of intoxicants now offers a Washington whiskey option.

03/28/2012 By Emily Dhatt

Shift Change

Where’s Waldo Ian Cargill?

Spoiler alert: This talented barkeep is now at Vito’s and Tini Bigs.

03/27/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

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Slide Show: A Visit to Ballard’s Captive Spirits

03/26/2012

Still Life

A Visit to Ballard’s Captive Spirits

A local bartender and third-generation distiller must wait until June 1 to sell his Big Gin on site.

03/26/2012 By Brian Colella

Sauced Indeed

Celebrate Mad Men’s Return with a Cocktail in Hand

Bako and Tini Bigs pay alcoholic homage to AMC’s boozy drama.

03/23/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Shift Change

Evan Martin Steps in at Chino’s

Veronika Groth heads to Artusi, but not before securing a very talented replacement.

03/23/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

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James MacWilliams’s Signature Drink: The French 75

03/22/2012

Cocktail Cartography

James MacWilliams’s Signature Drink: The French 75

This epic version of a pedestrian classic costs $100; you should try it at least once in your life.

03/22/2012 By Andrew Bohrer

Wine Wednesday

Debauchery Debunked

An insider’s guide to surviving (and conquering) Taste of Washington in style.

03/21/2012 By Julie H. Case

Beer Bar Openings

The Pine Box: A Glorious Place to Drink Beer

Capitol Hill’s funeral home–turned–beer bar opens softly March 22.

03/21/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

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Slideshow: Ballard Coffee Works Opens on NW Market Street

03/20/2012

Coffee Talk

Slideshow: Ballard Coffee Works Opens on NW Market Street

Sebastian Simsch opens a new place to nerd out north of Ship Canal.

03/20/2012 By Christopher Werner

Openings

The Gerald Opens Friday on Ballard Ave

Cocktails, casseroles, and a dash of glamour. Just don’t mention that show on AMC.

03/19/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Still Life

One to Watch For: Rain City Spirits

The local nanodistiller is raring to release its vodka.

03/16/2012 By Christopher Werner

Fine Drinking

You Should Drink Beer at Canlis

Need more proof that beer has become a legitimate part of the culinary world? The fine-dining-est restaurant in town has created a new beer program.

03/15/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Drinking Holidays

St. Paddy’s Day Bar Festivities

Moderation be damned. If you’re gearing up for a day of Guinness-pounding, here are some promising destinations.

03/13/2012 By Allecia Vermillion

Dirtbaggery

1022 South Burglarized

One of the best cocktail bars in the region is working to replace its inventory after a Friday break-in. Show your support by stopping in for a drink.

03/12/2012 By Allecia Vermillion