There are few cocktails as well-known and loved as the Bloody Mary. This traditional beverage is hailed as the perfect hangover cure and a low-alcohol alternative, and it even has its own holiday on January 1. But where does it come from, and how did it become so popular? Here, Columbia Distributing, a popular Northwest beverage distributor, offers a brief look at the history of the Bloody Mary.
As apples are picked their trees every year, we transform them into our favorite autumn snacks, from pies and donuts to candied apples and, of course, apple cider. The hard version of this timeless drink has been making a comeback in breweries and bars across the country, and there’s no better time to enjoy it than fall. Here, Columbia Distributing explains why you should be celebrating apple cider season with our beverages found across the Northwest.
Is there anything that evokes the feeling of autumn more than the pumpkin? Whether it’s flavoring your coffee, serving as an ingredient for pie, or decorating your front porch, a big, orange gourd is the classic way to celebrate the season. While pumpkin beers are everywhere to be found, there are lots of lesser-known options available to help you create the perfect pumpkin cocktail as well. Here, Northwest beverage distributor Columbia Distributing recommends some pumpkin mixers to try when you’re not in the mood to crack open a brew.
Pineapple juice. It’s a staple of tropical mixed drinks, but have you ever enjoyed a tall glass of pineapple juice the way you might drink down a glass of orange juice? There are several reasons why you might want to consider adding this delicious beverage to your breakfast routine or even just have a glass now and then. If that’s not your style, then mixing up pineapple juice with other ingredients found at your local retailers thanks to Columbia Distributing, the Northwest’s premier beverage distributor, is a good start. Here’s a look at the many pineapple juice benefits you can start enjoying today.
Right about now, a tropical vacation on a warm, sunny beach sounds like a dream come true. But, let’s face it, jetting off to an island somewhere in the tropics might not be in the cards for a variety of reasons. At Columbia Distributing, the premier Northwest beverage distributor, we deliver your favorite alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and mixers to local retailers and restaurants so you can enjoy tropical drinks that will carry you away to a beachy destination, if only in your imagination. Here are some of our favorite recipes to help you serve it up, island style.
Wine and cheese go together like bacon and eggs or coffee and cream, but that doesn’t mean everyone knows the best wine and cheese pairings. Picking the right wine to go with your cheese, or vice versa, can be daunting for beginners. At Columbia Distributing, your Northwest beverage distributor, we believe everyone should have access to this knowledge so that no matter who you are, you can experience the joy that comes from the perfect pairing of wine and cheese. Here is what you need to know to get started with this age-old tradition.
A cold, refreshing drink – whether it’s a cocktail, an iced tea, or plain old glass of ice water – can easily be made more exciting with a little garnish or infusion of fruit. At Columbia Distributing, the Northwest’s premier beverage distributor, we believe in having a bit of fun every day. What better way to do that than by adding pizzazz to your drinks and cocktails? Here is a quick overview of some of the best fruits for drinks so you can jazz up your cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
When the first beer brands and labels were invented, they were fairly simple. They existed to tell a customer what the product is and who made it. These days, however, craft brew labels are more than just identifiers. The designs tell the story of the beers and the breweries. When a customer grabs a can off the shelf, the label gives them an idea of what to expect.
Do you have a sweet tooth? If so, you’re not the only one – and drink manufacturers know that. There are a wide variety of sugary alcoholic drinks out there, from hard soda to ginger mules to cotton-candy-flavored malts, that will make your taste buds dance. At Columbia Distributing, we offer several top brands of hard sodas and sugary carbonation, including Reed’s, Mike’s Hard, Four Loko, and more. Here are some of our top picks for sweet alcoholic drinks.
Rainy days are miserable when you’re out and about. By the time you get home, you’re damp and cold. Also, there are few things more disappointing than waking up to torrential downpours when you wanted to spend time outside. Days like these call for relaxing inside with great cocktails. Columbia Distributing offers a few recommendations and cocktail recipes meant to be enjoyed indoors.