This “Dead Guy” Should Be On Your Halloween List

With the spooky season already upon us, Rogue Ales & Spirits’ Dead Guy Ales are a great addition for any Halloween – or fall – celebration. Discover more about the Dead Guy Ales from the Beer Team at Columbia Distributing, a premier beverage distributor in Oregon and Washington.

Selection of Rogue Ales & Spirits’ “Dead Guy” beers lined up on bar

Dead Guy Ales

Rogue, a pilar in Oregon’s beer industry started brewing Dead Guy Ale for nearly 35 years..

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Are You Ready for Cider Month?

This annual celebration is the perfect opportunity to highlight the craftsmanship of innovative cideries and hard cider brands. Learn about various hard cider options carried in Oregon and Washington by Columbia Distributing.

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2 Towns Ciderhouse (Oregon)

Founded in 2010, 2 Towns Ciderhouse is well-known for producing high-quality products made from 100% fresh-pressed Northwest apples, sourced exclusively from local Oregon and Washington farms. The independently owned and operated hard cider beverage manufacturer continues to develop and evolve its operation in innovative ways to produce premium products, such as:

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Four Whiskeys to Sample This Fall

Fall is the perfect time of the year to sample whiskeys as the days get cooler. Columbia Distributing’s Wine & Spirits Team shares their recommendations for whiskeys to sample this upcoming autumn season.

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2BAR

More than a century ago the Kaiser family settled in South Texas and established the 2BAR Ranch. Since then, five generations of Kaisers have ranched the land under the 2BAR brand. In 2012, Nathan Kaiser opened 2BAR Spirits in Seattle. And it’s one of two distilleries that’s entirely grain-to-glass, meaning everything from milling the grain through bottling is done on-site.

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BuzzBallz: Bundles of Boozy Fun

BuzzBallz is reinventing happy hour with fun, innovative cocktails for folks to enjoy. With a unique look and great taste, BuzzBallz products make it easy to host – toss them in an ice-filled container or in the fridge – at parties, tailgating, and any other gathering, large or small. Guests can easily grab their favorite, give it a shake, and enjoy (glassware optional).

chili mango buzzball on ice

Need a little more convincing? BuzzBallz is the #1 selling single-serving, ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktail brand (187mL-200mL) *  – and continues to gain popularity.

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Employee Spotlight: Delivery Driver Darrell McCoy

Columbia Distributing is proud to be recognized as a premier beverage distributor, supplying top brands to retailers throughout Oregon and Washington. We’ve earned our outstanding reputation through the hard work and dedication of our employees, like delivery driver Darrell McCoy. This role is vital to the success of Columbia Distributing and its partners. Here, McCoy details what makes working here special.

Columbia Distributing delivery driver Darrell McCoy, with his wife

The Role of a Delivery Driver at Columbia Distributing

Columbia Distributing leans on the roles of several individuals, who all play a part in providing the premium quality service we’re known for. Among the most pivotal roles at the company is that of delivery driver. Our business partners rely on our drivers so they can continue operating efficiently and meet their goals.

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Twisted Tea: Twist and Shout!

Twisted Tea is known for brewing refreshing iced tea with a twist. After experimenting to find the perfect combination of natural flavors, select teas, and fun, Twisted Tea boasts an expansive lineup of alcoholic teas satisfying tastebuds and are a great addition to any occasion.

Twisted Tea in a cooler

Twisted Tea Hard Iced Tea

Twisted Tea is a malt-based, non-carbonated beverage made with real brewed tea and natural flavors. It has some caffeine (30mg) due to the type of tea leaves used, but much less than the average  cup of coffee (100mg).

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Five Recommendations for the Fall

Part of what makes autumn so special is its distinctive characteristics: colorful leaves, crisp air, and cozy fabrics are synonymous with fall. As summer fades and the leaves begin to change, so too should your wine cabinet. While summertime warrants light-bodied wines and can be chilled for added refreshment, autumn calls for warm flavor notes helping take the chill out of the air. Discover these five fall wines recommended by Columbia Distributing’s Wine & Spirits Team.

Joel Gott Cabernet sauvignon bottle and wine glass

Charles and Charles Double Trouble Red Blend (Washington; ABV: 14.2%)

Double Trouble Red Blend is made of 58% Syrah and 42% Cabernet Sauvignon; with the Cabernet Sauvignon fermented whole berry, and the Syrah fermented largely whole cluster (with stems). It has notes of blackberry, white pepper, black licorice, and cocoa with hints of smoked meat.

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Straightaway Accompani: Pour Yourself Some Sophistication

Already well-known for its ready-to-drink cocktails, Straightaway entered the Amaro and liqueur space with its award-winning Accompani line. The name is derived from the words companion and accompany as a nod to enjoy in the company of others – although celebrating the end of the week with a well-made Spritz, while solo in the backyard, is a great option.

Dry Vermouth from Accompani by Straightaway

Accompani Amaros

Accompani was created by Straightaway for its canned cocktail line. Now, it offers these Amaros and liqueurs as an easy-going, reliable option to add depth and complexity to your cocktails.

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Employee Spotlight: Canby Day Warehouse Manager Alyosha Azure Schultz

Colombia Distributing prides itself on employing motivated individuals like Alyosha Azure Schultz (Osha), who currently serves as the Canby Day Warehouse Manager. Osha’s duties include overseeing warehouse operations. This responsibility is critical to ensuring our partners receive their orders of alcoholic beverages and non-alcoholic products. Here, Osha provides insight as to what it has been like working for the premier distributor in Oregon and Washington for the past 18 years.

Alyosha Azure Schultz, Canby Day Warehouse Manager for Columbia Distributing

A Day in the Life

The duties of the day warehouse manager begin bright and early, according to Osha. “I start at 5 a.m. to check last night’s production and sales, check emails, and look at today’s staffing, schedule, and workload.”

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Back-to-School Beverages to Quench Students’ Thirst

As summer winds down, it’s time to start thinking about thirst-quenching options for school lunches. Here are five great options to stock up for school – or work – lunches and to have on hand for after-school activities.

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Overall Pick: Orofino Water

Simply put: Orofino is incredibly refreshing. Thanks to its stylish, environmentally friendly, resealable (and refillable) 16oz aluminum can, it’s quickly become a popular bottled water.

Orofino makes it easy to pack great-tasting water in school and work lunches and is a terrific grab-n-go option for after-school activities.

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