Columbia Distributing is a huge part of the Pacific Northwest bar and restaurant scene. As a distributor of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages in Washington and Oregon, we have a longstanding history of meeting the needs of our clients in the hospitality industry. Hardworking individuals like Mallory Lambarena have helped us earn our reputation, and Columbia Distributing is honored to feature her impact over 12 years of working here. Learn more about Lambarena, her routine as a routing specialist, and her insights into her career with us.

Mallory Lambarena’s Day as a Routing Specialist

One of the top priorities at Columbia Distributing is supplying deliveries of our brands on time. This has been made a reality through outstanding employees like Mallory Lambarena. As our routing specialist, Lambarena ensures all our beverage deliveries arrive on time and that routes are efficient and accurate. She also helps maintain positive relationships with our delivery drivers.

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San Juan Seltzer is known for its many flavors of spiked seltzer water, canned margaritas, and hard lemonades. The brand uses fruity flavors and high-quality ingredients to create its beverages. Columbia Distributing provides San Juan Seltzer for local businesses, bars, and restaurants in Washington and Oregon. Learn more about San Juan Selzer and its delicious products.

Refreshing San Juan Selzer Products

San Juan Seltzer has low-calorie and zero-sugar options for hard seltzer, lemonade, and cocktail margaritas. San Juan Selzer products include:

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Archer Roose is recognized for its vast collection of delicious canned wines, from rosé to pinot noir. With vivacious flavors and easy accessibility in a can, it’s ideal for any wine drinker to enjoy at home, on the beach, or wherever else life takes them.

Columbia Distributing is proud to carry Archer Roose in Oregon and Washington.

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Blue Moon Brewing Company was created in 1995 in Denver, CO, by Keith Villa while he was working for Coors Brewing Company. The brand is co-owned by Jim Sabia, who brought his vast marketing expertise to the operation. Born from the nation’s love of craft beer, Blue Moon has been flourishing since its creation, widely enjoyed for its citrus notes and orange slice garnish.

Blue Moon started with a dry Belgian-style beer, with a citrus flavor and tang of sweetness that made it wildly popular in bars and establishments across the country.

Currently Available Blue Moon Beer Products

Blue Moon offers many different options for non-alcoholic drinkers and beer enthusiasts alike. Known for its light, citrusy notes and deliciously crisp aftertaste, Blue Moon’s famous beer line offers a wide range of brews, including:

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If you’re searching for a non-alcoholic beverage to serve your customers, look no further than Snapple products. The brand offers a wide range of choices for year-round enjoyment, including iced teas, lemonades, juices, and zero-sugar options. Today, we offer an overview of Snapple products and highlight the wide range of available options.

About the Snapple Brand

Snapple was founded in 1972 by Leonard Marsh, Hyman Golden, and Arnold Greenberg in Brooklyn, New York. The original producer of Snapple was known as Unadulterated Food Products, which is now owned by Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP). The brand name was chosen by combining “apple” and “snappy,” leading to the brand that is so popular today.

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Founded in 2013 in Seattle, WA, Schilling Hard Cider has become known for its quality and high-value craftsmanship, which is always at the heart of its products. Co-founder, Colin Schilling, brings a lifetime of passion for cidermaking, having learned the craft from his family as a child. Meanwhile, co-founder Mark Kornei came from a family of engineers, giving him a unique viewpoint on the production of this beloved, PNW-born beverage.

Schilling Hard Cider’s Beverage Options

At Schilling, every ounce of cider brewed uses natural ingredients and fresh flavors. This combination highlights the precise craftsmanship and attention to detail that sets Schilling apart. Brewed in the Pacific Northwest, Schilling combines the taste of home with consistent and delicious flavors. Exceptional taste is something that Schilling takes seriously, from locally grown apples to selected yeast strains. High quality drives the brewing process at Schilling, creating a sip of magic in every drink.

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Columbia Distributing is proud to be an integral part of the Pacific Northwest bar and restaurant industry. As a distributor of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, we have earned an excellent reputation for meeting the needs of our clients. This reputation is in part due to the efforts of passionate, hard-working individuals like Peter Jones. He has worked with Columbia Distributing for two and a half years, bringing high-quality goods and beverages to the venues that serve them.

What Does an On-Premise Sales Representative Do?

Jones currently holds the title of on-premise sales representative in Spokane. “I work with buyers to inform them of products that best fit their business model,” says Jones. His role involves working with a wide variety of locations, from taphouses specializing in local craft beers to high-end cocktail bars that maintain extensive spirits selections. Each business model caters to a particular clientele with unique preferences. It is Jones’ job to help meet these preferences and keep customers satisfied.

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Ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails are pre-made, canned cocktails, that are either spirit-, wine-, or malt-based. While RTDs have been around for years, recent innovations in crafting have created tastier options that bring out the true flavors associated with their original, mixed-at-the-bar namesakes. Having RTDs on hand allows you to offer more variety for customers who may wish to have a cocktail instead of a beer.

Popular Ready-To-Drink Margaritas and Other Cocktails

There are a lot of choices when looking for RTD cocktails. Here are some of our favorites:

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Everyone loves a reason to celebrate, and Cinco de Mayo provides the perfect opportunity. Because this holiday is synonymous with get-togethers, retailers and restaurants can make sure they have a great selection of beverages on their shelves and in the coolers.

Having light, crisp, and refreshing options on hand will allow customers to indulge midday and well into the night without feeling too heavy. Lagers, ales, pilsners, and kolshes are just a few of the many styles that pair well with chips and salsa, tacos, and other Mexican dishes.

Here are some of our favorite options for those looking to prepare for the Cinco de Mayo crowd:

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We can’t talk about American beer without mentioning Coors, which has grown to become an icon in the industry. Made with 100% Rocky Mountain water and Moravian barley, Coors products deliver a consistent, refreshing taste that consumers can count on. In addition to a lineup of beers, Coors has continued to find success in the whiskey business. Discover more about Coors products available in Oregon and Washington from our team at Columbia Distributing.

See our own Kevin Wing, Business Development Director, talk about Coors Banquet on LinkedIn, Instagram, or Facebook.

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