Pours & Pulls

The Handy Guide to Seattle Coffee Shops

Where to explore the traditions that built this coffee town—and the hottest new beans.

02/17/2026 By Naomi Tomky, Allecia Vermillion, and Darren Davis

Sweet and Savior

Natoncks Metsu Soda Syrups Makes Drinks That Sparkle—and Smudge

Jason Vickers’s sobering journey inspired him to create drink mixes infused with Indigenous plant medicines.

01/21/2026 By Naomi Tomky

Coming Right Up

Bartenders Share Their Least Favorite Drink Orders

At least all that shaking doubles as a workout, right?

08/14/2024 By Meg van Huygen

Behind Bars

How NA Cocktails Went from Afterthought to Main Event

At Seattle bars of a certain caliber, at least.

08/05/2024 By Allecia Vermillion

Bitter Days

When Did Amaro Become Seattle’s Signature Drink?

Suddenly, Seattle is America’s bitters capital.

07/29/2024 By Adam Willems Photography by Sarah Flotard

Oeno Files

5 Washington Rosés to Drink Right Now

The best bottles from 2021's challenging crop.

07/26/2022 By Sean P. Sullivan

High Sips

Jones Soda Launches Line of THC-Spiked Drinks

The Seattle brand’s new Mary Jones offshoot brings the pot to pop.

07/18/2022 By Ann Karneus

Boba's Best

16 Seattle Boba Shops Worth a Sip

From established Taiwanese chains to mom-and-pop shops, our array of bubble tea spots brims with fantastic drink creations.

03/16/2022 By Ann Karneus

Kiki Culture

Inside Passage Is Enchantment (and Cocktails) Under the Sea

Enter the sliding door to Rumba’s new sibling cocktail bar and find yourself in an underwater lair that gives tiki a Northwest do-over.

09/17/2021 By Allecia Vermillion

Prohibition Punch

Never Have I Ever: Had Drinks Atop Smith Tower

A new identity helps our vintage skyscraper persevere. The speakeasy-style bar on the 35th floor helps too.

09/16/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Chill Swill

Where to Find Seattle’s Best Boozy Slushies

Just in case you tire of frosé before summer comes to an end.

08/13/2021 By Grace McGuire

Schilling Hard Cider Stays True to Its Core

The local cidery is branching out with new beverages while honoring its roots in the community.

08/09/2021 By Ben McBee

Life’s a Beach

A Guide to a Very Seattle Beach Day

The best backdrops, reads, and drinks for all your lounging needs.

07/02/2021 By Angela Cabotaje, Stefan Milne, and Allecia Vermillion Photography by Carlton Canary

Street Eats

Track Down These 5 New Seattle Food Trucks

Highlights include chocolate milk on tap, the Masonry on wheels, and Taiwanese cheese tea.

05/22/2019 By Philip Kiefer

Ultimate Hawaii Guide

How to Make A Hawaiian Mai Tai—From an Expert

A Hawaiian bartender breaks down the classic tropical drink.

12/20/2016 By Ethan Chung