Source Weekly Cocktails and Mocktails Guide

However you say “Cheers,” we’re giving you plenty to toast inside this Cocktails and Mocktails guide, powered by the Source Weekly.

In addition to browsing the listings for a host of local haunts, inside this guide you’ll find a focus on the boozy and not-so-boozy side of imbibing in Central Oregon. In our “Zero Proof” feature, we’re showcasing some of the mocktails found at places offering actual mocktail menus –not just sodas or kombuchas – in Central Oregon. In our “Generations” story, we set our ace team of drinkers across generations to sample some of the goods around Bend. Plus, amazing photographer and drinks expert Alyson Brown offers some ideas for making simple cocktails and mocktails at home.

Whether your winter drinking schedule involves zero-proof or high-proof beverages, we say cheers to you!

—The Source Drinking Team

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Photography by Alyson Brown. Brown is a botanical photographer and stylist with an appreciation for a well-built cocktail. Read more about it in her story on page 16.

Generations: A Cocktail Tour

A Boomer, Gen Xer, Millennial and Gen Zer walk into a bar (or four) and sample the goods

By Jack Harvel, Allie Noland, Richard Sitts and Nicole Vulcan

Jennifer Galler

What makes a drink —or a bar— extra special?

Is the experience different if you’re an experienced Boomer versus a fresh, young Gen Zer?

For this Cocktails guide, a generational team of Source staffers hits four local haunts to find out, sipping the same drinks and sitting at the same tables… and sometimes, having very different takes on the same thing.

Richard Sitts (Copy Editor/Boomer, Baby!)

Jack Harvel (Reporter/Millennial)

I don’t often drink at 4pm, but when I do, Sen is a fine space in which to raise a toast with the Source drinking team. Tall ceilings and windows showcase the outdoors; Frank Lloyd Wright would nod approval. Vodka is my least favorite spirit, but this drink was enticing and dared my taste buds to dance with its many flavors. Some folks my age might not go for the Thai chili, shallot syrup or fish sauce, but they will dig the relaxing late afternoon vibe! And the little bowl of laab-seasoned peanuts that accompanied each drink was a welcome and tasty touch.

Nicole Vulcan (Editor/Generation Xceptionalism)

Drink: Laab Is All You Need

Location: Sen Thai Noodle and Hot Pot, Downtown Bend Ingredients: House infused Thai chili, cucumber vodka, shallot syrup, lime, cucumber, mint, cilantro, pinch of fish sauce; Laab-seasoned peanuts on the side.

The Itti/Westlund/Wild Rose family brought us a breath of fresh air when it opened its noodle house along the Deschutes River – something that, in spite of it being a main attraction in Bend, doesn’t in my opinion have enough places to sip drinks along its banks. Sen’s clean, white, bright bar and friendly bartenders make it easy to want to slip in here just for a cocktail, but really, who can resist eating something, too? The Laab is All You Need is one of my favorites for its unique ingredients and cucumber-forward taste – and adding a snack on the side? Just what this Gen Xer, previously raised on a steady diet of smokes and sarcasm, needs to round out this drinking sesh.

When I read there’s fish sauce, Thai chili seasoning and shallot syrup in a drink my expectations were not high. It’s probably the most unique cocktail I’ve had, which isn’t saying much. If I’m getting a cocktail, I’m usually getting something sweet and fish free. And I’m totally wrong for it. The spicy, citrusy and minty mix went down easy and paired perfectly with the laab-seasoned peanuts that come on the side. Docking points for bar atmosphere because it’s first and foremost a restaurant and I can’t see myself going there just for drinks.

Allie Noland (Reporter/Gen Zer)

As we browsed the adventurous cocktail menu at Sen, our pick was obvious. It was the first drink of the project, and we went all-in with fish sauce and cilantro—two ingredients you don’t often see in cocktails.“Laab Is All You Need” is the star of the cocktail series for me. It’s a fresh, spicy, funky drink with a decent punch of booziness. Though this drink has many listed ingredients, I’ll admit that I couldn’t pick up every flavor. Chili, cucumber and mint were at the forefront, while the fish sauce, shallot syrup and cilantro chilled in the background. The Gen Zer in me loved the free little snack side of peanuts and the trendy, green aesthetic of the set up. Pretty sure I was the only one to eat the cucumber ribbon.

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3rd Street Beverage

740 NE 3rd St. #5, Bend, OR 541-797-0028

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Quenching central Oregon’s array of thirsts since 2018 and voted The Source’s Best Liquor Store for 4 years in a row! We provide some of the largest selections of spirits, wine, craft beer and ciders, produced locally and from around the world. Our nonalcoholic mixer and beverage options are unique and plentiful for those that want the fun, with or without “the sauce”. We have all the ingredients and supplies to make your cocktails one of a kind, stunning and oh so tasty! We have an abundance of gift items and hosting essentials from elegant, to funky and even a little bit sassy that are perfect for any occasion. And, all the barware you need to complete your home cocktail corner! Thank you to our customers and community for choosing 3rd Street Beverage.

5 Fusion & Sushi Bar

821 NW Wall St. #100 Bend, OR 541-323-2328

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5 Fusion is a local restaurant focused on creating first class dining experiences for Central Oregon. Our commitment to community is at the forefront of our business approach.

Voted the Best in Bend multiple times by Source readers, Five Fusion offers an exciting and sophisticated cocktail program led by celebrated mixologist, Zackary Ottesen. Come join us at the bar to experience expertly crafted cocktails or dive deep into our extensive sake and wine list, and of course, enjoy the sushi! So many exciting things in the works for 2023 — introducing Japanese and French cuisine. Stay tuned. Cheers!

Bend Cider Co.

64649 Wharton Ave. Bend, OR bendcider.com

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Bend Cider Co. is a botanically focused cider company specializing in dry to semi-sweet hard cider. Cider maker, Kelly Roark has been perfecting his recipe for over a decade and produces his unique offerings in a pumice-crete facility, with pumice mined locally. Come sip cider in our garden space or get cozy inside with a cheese plate and pint. Our taproom has live music and events throughout the year, make sure to check our website for hours and updates.

Richard Sitts (Copy Editor/Boomer, Baby!

Jack Harvel (Reporter/Millennial)

Our team guide led us to the outside secret elevator that whisked us up to the second floor and into a tropical escape from the wintry Northwest. We nearly bumped heads sucking on straws stuck in the bulbous sphere containing fruit flavors, while the faint white rum and tequila sashayed in tandem. I’ll come back one day for a coconut drink and to watch the “Gilligan’s Island” episodes playing on the TV, a favorite show from my youth. The lounge could enhance its tiki vibe by piping in the “Retro Cocktail Hour.” (Streaming anytime at retrococktail.org and streaming live 5-7pm Saturdays at kansaspublicradio.org.) These swinging tunes mix well with all cocktails!

Nicole Vulcan, (Editor/Generation Xceptionalism

Drink: Chilled Monkey Brains

(Serves 4)

Location: Rapa Nui Tiki Lounge, Old Mill Ingredients: Lime juice, pineapple juice, passionfruit, house grenadine, velvet falernum, tequila, white rum, chopped strawberries, with 151 flaming lime added to the top.

The film “Clueless” was a hit the year I graduated high school, all about a Type A Gen Xer who meddles in the love lives of everyone she knows. While I didn’t exactly meddle in any love lives this night, I DID meddle enough to paint myself as the Type A Gen Xer when I dictated to the rest of the crew that 1. They’d be part of this generational experiment, and 2. They’d all be drinking from the SAME drink at this tiki bar. The flavors were tropical and the flaming Bacardi 151 made this something I’d definitely order again with a group of friends before an amphitheater show. But did we share straws?! “As if!”

I was slightly disappointed that the Chilled Monkey Brains didn’t come in a monkey head like the famous(ly problematic) scene in “Indiana Jones: Temple of Doom,” but the massive pineapple glass was charming in its own way and the flaming lime is a nice touch. But the drink overall didn’t have much kick to it and was too heavy on the pineapple for my taste. Also, all the faux moai, fishnets and other island knickknacks didn’t mesh with my millennial sensibilities — it’s like if someone learned about the South Pacific strictly through listening to Jimmy Buffett. I think that’s kind of the point of Tiki bars, but it’s not my thing.

Allie Noland (Reporter/Gen Zer)

This drink reminded me of a sophisticated version of “jungle juice” from my college days— random liquors, random fruit juices and chopped fruit in a big vat. The fruit-forward sharable added another level of goofiness to our experience. Trying to keep track of straws, taking turns sipping from the pineapple vessel and being in a tiki wonderland was an experience I never thought I would have with my co-workers, but I would hands down do it again. If you’re looking to escape the real world and crave a sugar hit, try “Chilled Money Brains” at Rapa Nui. If you’re looking to feel your drink, maybe opt for the Mai Tai with a tad more booziness.

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Richard Sitts (Copy Editor/Boomer, Baby!)

Jack Harvel

(Reporter/Millennial)

To kick off our second round a few days later, it was another airy, open space with high ceilings and a mellow trip welcoming us at dusk. I forego the selection of Bend Brewing Company beers on tap because we’re here for cocktails, dammit! Our choice was nicely presented and delicious as all get out! The five ingredients combined for a tasty treat that tickled my taste buds and became my favorite drink so far on this cocktail caper. Who knew that rum and scotch, buffered by sweet honey and tangy ginger, could get along so well?! And us older folks appreciate the laid-back vibe.

Nicole Vulcan (Editor/Generation Xceptionalism)

AllieNoland

Drink: Raiders of Isla

Location: Waypoint Bar, The Grove in NW Crossing Ingredients: Rum, ginger, lemon, honey, scotch

Back in my day, it was easier to sit in a bar in a bustling market hall and focus on just getting down to the business of heavy appointment drinking (so hot back then), because there were definitely not so many DOODLES around to distract me with their damn cute doodle stuff. Back in my day, dogs went back behind some AT&T phone booth and did their thing, and we just got what we got; not so much of this designer dog business. I admit, I was having a hard time focusing on this drink because I was on NWX doodle watch. They’re just so damn cute, and they’re everywhere in NWX, including inside this bar. This drink was good, too – offering the always welcome flavor combo of booze, lemon and ginger, but with a lingering hit of scotch to keep you on your toes.

This was the strongest drink

I tried on our little cocktail tour and had an interesting mix of sweet and smoky flavors. The atmosphere is minimalist and would appeal to the clean, blank and sparse sensibilities that dominate the more upscale aesthetic of people in my generation. The presentation is no-frills, which I kind of prefer, but am giving it a 3/5 because the other drinks had some garnish to make it more visually appealing. Overall, though, I’d definitely come back for drinks.

Allie Noland (Reporter/Gen Zer)

Casual drink spot at its finest! The windowed wall and open concept of the bar made it the perfect early afternoon cocktail stop. I am sure it lights up at night, too. With varied seating options, people can stop in at the bar, grab a cozy booth or sit at a table. It’s a fun, easy spot to take friends and family. The drink wasn’t my style, but it had a simple beauty to it. The honey, lemon and ginger made it taste like a tasty wellness shot, but the smoky scotch was overpowering. Maybe it’s my underdeveloped 20-something palate, but smoky liquor is not my favorite. I could tell the drink was made with high-quality ingredients and it did do well on the booziness scale. I will go back, but probably order something else.

Blue Eyes Burgers & Fries

706 NE Greenwood Ave. Suite 100 Bend, OR

541-BURGERS

Blueeyesburgersandfries.com

@blueeyesburgersandfries

Blue Eyes Burgers & Fries opened in February 2022 with the intention of offering the highest quality local ingredients with a friendly neighborhood casual vibe. Old school smash burgers meet new school cocktails in this nod to your favorite old diner. Come sit in a sparkly blue stool, sip on a hand crafted libation or local beer on draft, and pair it with what we love best: a damn good cheeseburger and French fries.

Hours: 11am–9pm every day

Canteen at Campfire Hotel

721 NE 3rd St. Bend, OR

Inside the Campfire Hotel 541-668-6904 canteenbend.com

@canteen_bend

Canteen is a retro camp themed hotel lounge operated by owners of The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin, located inside the Campfire Hotel in the Central Business District of Bend Oregon. The Campfire compound includes a yearround heated saltwater swimming pool and hot tub with weekend poolside cocktail service and DJ parties in the summer and a strum-along fire pit perfect for a boozy coffee cocktail and s’mores. Aside from their award winning cocktails, Canteen hosts Drag Queen Bingo, Karaoke nights and more. Canteen is open to the public.

Cascade Spirits Tasting Room

261 W Cascade Ave. Sister, OR 541-549-1082 cascadespiritsco.com

Cascade Spirits Tasting Room is home to Wild Roots Spirits, Broken Top Mountain Whiskey, Sun Ranch Spirits and Cascade Street Potato Vodka. We are proud to serve and sell our award winning spirits. Visit us for a flight, mini cocktail or to purchase bottles and merchandise. Cascade Spirits is an authentic representation of the Pacific Northwest highlighting real ingredients and pristine water. We strive to make the world a better place one cocktail at time. Family owned and operated.

Cheers!

Richard Sitts (Copy Editor/Boomer, Baby!)

Jack Harvel

(Reporter/Millennial)

OK, now we’re talking! The simplicity of this straight-forward, no-nonsense libation at this tucked-away, southside sports and live music bar was a welcome change of pace. The bourbon ruled this honest, three-ingredient, boozy cocktail that was all business and went down well with our potato skin and onion ring apps. Brilliant table conversation was bolstered by muted sports showing on every TV on every wall. This drink was the perfect nightcap to our adventure. Best of all, I learned two new words on this cocktail safari: falernum and orgeat -- both flavored, low-alcohol syrups. Cheers!

Nicole Vulcan (Editor/Generation Xceptionalism)

Drink: Mule Kickin’

Location: Big E’s, Bend East Side Ingredients: Bulleit Bourbon, ginger beer, lime

Big E’s is like if a rabid Oregon sports fan designed a bomb shelter. The windowless green room is full of sports memorabilia and old-timey photos, some of which make less sense than others (looking at you, historical photo of Wrigley Field). But this isn’t like the other fancy-schmancy bars we’ve been to; this is a place to drink and watch a game. And for that purpose, this is a good bar — the drink was strong and tasty and there’s enough TVs that you’ll never miss a moment of the action.

Allie Noland (Reporter/Gen Zer)

In the beforetimes (no, not the pandemic ones), I envision that Big E’s – formerly Kelly D’s – was one of those places where you embraced the haze of a smoke-filled bar, the cloying scent staying with you long after you’d called the cab you needed from drinking too many Jaegermeister shots. But alas, I don’t smoke anymore, smoking isn’t allowed inside anymore and the last time I had Jaeger I was still wearing the hemp dress I bought at Oregon Country Fair, so I’ll have to pontificate on the merits of the drink instead. Bar none, ginger beer makes everything better. These came in colorful mugs with a healthy, noticeable level of bourbon and lime. Sometimes, the simplest thing is the best thing.

I’ll have to admit, “old Bend” dive bars aren’t my go-to spot when going for drinks as a 20-something. Don’t worry, my boss took me to the D&D my first week on the job, and I’ve been to my fair share of bars in college. So, I am not completely clueless. Big E’s walls were painted a shade lighter than forest green. I’d recommend Big E’s to sports watchers, tap lovers, onion ring fanatics and those who like strong drinks, but maybe not to the cocktail connoisseurs. With an outof-the-park rating of booziness, the “Mule Kickin’” is a great way to kick off a fun time with your friends, but I wouldn’t call it the tastiest out of the series. I’d go back for a sports game and a basket of something fried.

AllieNoland

RELAX AND REFRESH

At SCP Redmond Hotel, three unique restaurant and lounge venues invite you to sip and savor the flavors of the Pacific Northwest.

Drop into Terra Kitchen, Wayfarer Club and The Rooftop to explore a wide selection of handcrafted beverages, from classic cocktails to low-octane (and no octane) libations. Featuring locally-sourced spirits and herbs from our own gardens, every beverage is designed to delight – and the spaces in which we serve them are designed for you to reconnect to one another and celebrate what really matters.

521 SW 6TH ST, REDMOND, OR

Explore drinks and dining at SCP Redmond Hotel

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Sitts (Copy Editor/Boomer, Baby!)

FAVORITE HAUNT: On Tap

As a pint guy, I appreciate all the tap houses scattered around Central Oregon, but my favorite haunt is On Tap, in northeast Bend, whose rapid rotating taplist runs the gamut from ciders and sours, to IPAs and hazies, to heavy stouts and even wine, but NO cocktails! (The price of one cocktail elsewhere equals two pints and tip at a tap house!) Besides a plethora of Bend beers, On Tap pours brews from breweries up and down the West Coast and beyond. My favorites include Ruse and Great Notion from Portland, and Revision from Sparks, Nevada. And this place is right on my way home!

BONUS ROUND!

Our Personal Faves

For this round, each team member of this generational drinking team shares their favorite haunt, and why.

Jack Harvel (Reporter/Millennial)

FAVORITE HAUNT: Vector Volcano Classic Arcade

Vector Volcano doesn’t serve cocktails, but it does let you drink while playing some great classic arcade games for a very reasonable $7 an hour. And who needs a $14 cocktail when you’ve got cheap access to Dig Dug? I grew up after the arcades had closed and home consoles became ubiquitous, but there’s something special about playing on a massive cabinet that has less computing power than my smartphone.

Allie Noland (Reporter/Gen Zer)

Nicole Vulcan (Editor/Generation Xceptionalism)

FAVORITE HAUNT: M&J Tavern

The M&J appealed to my Gen X sensibilities right away, since a punk band was playing its open mic the first time I walked in. If you know the M&J, then you know it boasts more than just John Wayne posters and cool diner stools; it also has an amazing collection of tequila kept in a handy locked cage. Order the margarita — often on special — and be amazed at the friendly bartenders’ prowess in mixing up not some tired old thing poured from a pre-made mixer, but with a delightful combo of juices and nearly any tequila you could dream to order. Or just go ‘head and order a macro beer and party like it’s 1999. Your call.

FAVORITE HAUNT: Dogwood

If I am going anywhere for a cocktail, it’s Dogwood. Accurately representing the Zer generation, atmosphere matters to me most. Dogwood’s got it all—downtown Bend location, an adventurous menu, tasty little bites, live DJ music and a cozy, cute vibe. The drinks are perfectly “boozed”— make you feel a little something but won’t knock you off your seat. I’ve done a decent job sampling the menu and have never been disappointed. The standout must be “Dillicious.” It’s tangy, fresh and a little funky. The drink is dill-forward, making it feel like a summery, drink-by-the-garden cocktail. I’m all about the egg white topper and gin in cocktails, so this drink just works for me. For those looking for a mellower drink, my friends and I love the “Lavender,” “Rosebud” and “Bluebird.”

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2843 NW Lolo Drive

541-728-0066

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Crow’s Feet: plural, noun: A branching wrinkle at the outer corner of a person’s eye caused by facial expressions. Often formed by laughing, smiling or squinting from the sun, and a sure sign of a mountain life well lived.

Bringing you the best in Mountain and Gravel bikes, and everything related to Backcountry skiing and snowboarding, the staff at Crow’s Feet are some of the most experienced and approachable in Central Oregon.

The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin

147 NW Minnesota Ave. Bend, OR

541-706-9949

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The Dogwood Cocktail Cabin is a culinary driven cocktail bar and restaurant located in the heart of downtown Bend Oregon. Featured in Bon Appetit and Men’s Journal, winner of Best Bar and Specialty Cocktail Menu by readers of the Source and Bend Magazine to name a few. In addition to their Innovative yet approachable libations and small plates menu, they are celebrated for their whimsical design and eclectic DJ nights. Step outside of the box and into the cabin for something special, you deserve it!

El Rancho Grande

63455 North Highway 97 Bend, Oregon 541-312-2022

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Traditional Mexican favorites and creative specialties, plus freshly handcrafted cocktails including magnificent margaritas. Locally owned and family-friendly, with a dog-friendly patio too! Come check out our new remodeled space!

Twice-daily Happy Hours: 2:30–6pm and 8:30–10pm 8:30–close Friday and Saturday

Hours: Sun–Thu 11am–9pm, Fri–Sat 11am–10pm

Move Over NA Beer — Hop Water is So Worthy

By Brian Yaeger

The first brewery to skip past non-alcoholic beer and go straight to hop water made of two (and a half) of beer’s ingredients—water and hops (and carbon dioxide)—but not the other two—malts and yeast—was Lagunitas with Hoppy Refresher. It’s good, but truly more bitter than you want in what is essentially hopped LaCroix. Larger craft breweries such as Sierra Nevada have followed suit, but only two Oregon breweries have yet to proffer cans of the stuff, those being Pelican and Bend’s own Worthy Brewing. (There was an indie company called Oregon Hop Springs that made hop water in Silverton, but it appears to be defunct.)

I forgot to mention, hop waters leave out three other things that are bountiful in beer and still part and parcel of N/A beers, which are calories, carbohydrates and gluten. Worthy’s HopQuencher boasts it’s “boosted” with Xantho, short for Xanthohumol, a hop extract that comes with claims of being an antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-obesity compound (but, in the same breath, the can label asterisks that Xantho hasn’t been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and the product makes no health claims, as is common in the value-added, functional-wellness category).

HopQuencher delivers a tasty hop water that’s neither bitter nor sweet as some entries in the category are, as they rely on fruit essence as well (like Pelican’s). It stars Strata hops, the zeitgeist varietal that Worthy itself introduced to the world via Strata IPA. As such, HopQuencher has a slight but delightful tropical twist.

Hop waters leave out three things that are bountiful in beer: calories, carbohydrates and gluten.

Courtesy Worthy Brewing

ThreeIngredient Cocktails

Approachable cocktails for the home mixologist —with a booze-free option, too!

By Alyson Brown

Three. The perfect combination of brevity and rhythm. Often used to represent the concept of “completeness.” Beginning, middle, end. Third time’s a charm. Eat, drink and be merry. And... three-ingredient cocktails — the most lasting and constant of cocktail constructions. Three truly is a magic number!

Not only are three-ingredient cocktails some of the most enjoyable classic cocktails, they’re an excellent choice for those who are just starting to explore the world of mixology. They’re approachable and a great starting point for making cocktails at home. An advantage of three ingredient cocktails is that they often use

ingredients that are widely available and easy to find. This makes them a convenient choice for budding home mixologists who may not have a fully stocked bar or those who are looking for a quick and easy cocktail to make with ingredients they already have on hand. Mixing drinks at home can be intimidating, not to mention time consuming. With our busy evening routines, most of us want a drink that’s easy to assemble. Don’t get me wrong — I love a layered and complex drink. But frankly, most of the time, simple is better. Ask me any day what my favorite cocktail to make at home is, and I’ll reply with my favorite three-ingredient cocktail:

the Negroni. It’s as straightforward as cracking open a beer or pouring a glass of wine.

In general, three-ingredient cocktails are made with a base spirit (such as gin, bourbon or rum), a sweetener (which can mean syrups, sodas, vermouth or liqueurs), and either citrus or bitters. Sparkling wine is sometimes used in place of a base spirit, as you’ll see in one of the cocktail recipes I’m sharing. Generally, garnishes or water (ice or plain soda water) aren’t included in the three-ingredient rule, even though they’re integral parts of a drink. By using just a few ingredients, you can really highlight the flavors of each component and create a

balanced, harmonious drink.

It’s been suggested that a trio of entities is more satisfying or effective than other numbers. And when it comes to cocktails, it’s true! There are many delicious and perfectly balanced classic drinks that only contain three ingredients. There are the familiar favorites: the Margarita, Old Fashioned, Negroni or Daiquiri.

Here are a few of my favorite three ingredient cocktails and mocktails to try at home. Maybe you’ve had one (or a few) of these but I’m hoping you’re inspired to shake up something new this year!

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The Hideaway Tavern

939 SE 2nd St Bend, OR 541-312-9898

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It’s not often that sports bars and great food play nicely together, but The Hideway has definitely figured it out. With 18 beers on tap, 2 nitros, a full cocktail menu, plus a half-dozen flat screen TVs AND a GREAT menu, The Hideaway Tavern is the Food Network meets ESPN.

Hola! Nouveau Mexican and Peruvian Cuisine

Hola prides itself on the freshest ingredients, the most unique flavor combinations, and the finest tequilas for truly unforgettable margaritas.

• Join us today at one of our five locations. It’s time to say adios to boring, and Hola! to delicious.

• Lively and colorful decor highlight the Mexican-Peruvian cuisine of Hola! Authentic Peruvian cuisine meets bold new directions in Mexican cuisine like you’ve never tasted, such as Ahi Chile Reneos.

• Enjoy chicken mole, ceviche, enchiladas, and several mouth-watering seafood dishes. Amazing Caipirinhas, Margaritas and an expansive selection of tequilas. Outdoor dining available. Hola!

Visit us at one of five locations in Central Oregon. holabend.com

Kobold Brewing

The Vault Taphouse – Redmond

245 SW 6th St. Redmond, OR 541-504-9373

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The Lair – Bend

1043 NW Bond St. Bend, OR 541-797-2178

Visit us at our tasting rooms at The Vault Taphouse in Redmond and The Lair in Bend!

The Vault Taphouse is the only place in existence with the complete Kobold lineup of beers, fed directly from our brewery in Redmond. Watch your favorite sports team on TV or play cards or cribbage with your friends. Maybe catch us on a night of Brewery Bingo or Taphouse Trivia. You can sit on the outdoor patio with your favorite four-legged friend, warming up by the outdoor fireball or fire table, or get some sun on your face and check out the always changing scene in downtown Redmond and Bend. koboldbrewing.com

Paloma

1 1/2 oz blanco tequila

1/4 oz lime juice

4 oz pink grapefruit soda

Grapefruit slices

Make it a mocktail by subbing the tequila with Wilderton Lustre NA Spirit

Add the tequila and lime juice to the glass and fill with ice. Top with grapefruit soda and stir briefly to combine.

Garnish with grapefruit slices.

Negroni Sbagliato

1 oz sweet vermouth

1 oz Campari

2 oz sparkling wine

Orange slice

Place a large cube of ice in a rocks glass. Add sweet vermouth and Campari and stir. Top with Prosecco and stir again.

Garnish with an orange slice.

Photos Alyson Brown

How many drinks do you have in a week?

Excessive drinking has a way of sneaking up on us. A few drinks, a few nights a week — it adds up. And suddenly we’re at greater risk for long-term problems, like heart disease, cancer and depression. Is it time to rethink the drink?

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Gold Rush

2 oz bourbon

3/4 oz lemon juice

3/4 oz honey syrup

Lemon twist

Make it a mocktail by subbing the bourbon with Spiritless Kentucky 74 Bourbon or strong brewed chai tea.

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass.

Sidecar

2 oz cognac

3/4 oz triple sec 3/4 oz lemon juice Sugar for garnish Orange twist

Rub a lemon wedge around the edge of a nick & nora glass and dip the rim in sugar. Set aside. Add the cognac, triple sec and lemon juice to a shaker with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into the prepared glass.

Garnish with an orange twist.

Photos Alyson Brown

Elderflower Daiquiri

1 1/2 oz light rum

1/4 oz elderflower liqueur

3/4 oz lime juice

Lime wheel

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice and shake until chilled. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with a lime wheel.

Resources

All of these spirits can be found at any local liquor store. Trailhead Liquor on the North End, 3rd Street Beverage in Midtown, or Bend South Liquor on the South End of town are some of my favorites.

Non-alcoholic options can be found at these stores, but in particular you can find both alcohol free spirits listed above at Market of Choice, and Central Oregon Locavore stocks Wilderton Spirits, too.

Noi Thai Bend

550 NW Franklin Ave Suite 148 Bend, OR 541-647-6904 Delivery available on ordertakeouttoday.com

—Alyson Brown is a botanical photographer and stylist with an appreciation for a well-built cocktail. Her passion for cocktails led to her first book, “The Flower- Infused Cocktail: Flowers With A Twist,” available Feb. 1 with Globe Pequot. Pre-order wherever books are sold. Brown currently resides in The Stacks Studios in The Old Mill District. To see more of her work, visit folkcreates.com.

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During a summer weekend trip to Bend in 2012, JJ Chaiseeha, owner of the Bai Tong restaurants in Seattle immediately fell in love with Bend’s beautiful landscape, budding arts, and cultural scenes. JJ was inspired to bring the delicate authentic Thai tastes and elegant fine dining to this community, and thus the first Noi Thai Cuisine was officially born later the same year to become Bend’s newest Thai food destination! Noi Thai Cuisine offers a variety of traditional Thai dishes that will please the palate and transport you straight to the heart of Thailand.

Noi Thai continues the tradition of Bai Tong Thai Restaurant in Seattle, which began as a favorite stopover for Thai Airways crews at Sea-Tac airport. Come and experience the best of the best at Noi Thai Cuisine.

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The Rooftop at SCP Redmond Hotel

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scphotel.com/redmond/rooftop/ Enjoy dinner and drinks with a view at the only rooftop dining experience in the city of Redmond. Relax from your seat surrounded by native plants with panoramic views of the Cascade Range, including Three Sisters volcanic peaks, Mount Bachelor, Black Butte, and Smith Rock State Park. Spectacular sunset views pair perfectly with our locallyinspired small plate menu, along with handcrafted cocktails featuring herbs, fruit and spices grown amidst The Rooftop’s own gardens.

Silver Moon Brewing

24 NW Greenwood Ave. Bend, OR

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Silver Moon Brewing is more than just a stellar craft beer company! We have national and local acts playing music on an almost daily basis, events like Trivia on the Moon, Open Mic Night, BINGO, Comedy Nights, and so much more! We also have a full bar that serves up the best and latest in all things adult beverage!Come try out our winner of Crater Lake’s Gin Riots “97 in Heaven”. Made special by our own Silver Moon Brewing team. We are open every day, snow or sunshine! See you at the Moon!

Terra Kitchen

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At Terra Kitchen, our menu is inspired by the Earth. We sustainably source seasonal Pacific Northwest ingredients and grow our own herbs to intentionally curate creative dishes, refreshing beverages and craft cocktails for our guests. You’re invited to make a reservation or simply stop by to sip and savor your way through the flavors of Oregon. Get ready to experience a selection of delicious dishes and drinks that are good for you, good for our communities, good for the planet — and just really, really good.

You Have Zero Proof

More bars are offering not just NA drinks, but full mocktail menus. Here are a few highlights from local places.

By Nicole Vulcan

Whether it’s in honor of Dry January, or for any other reason, plenty of people are looking for fancy drinks that don’t contain booze. Fortunately, plenty of bars are picking up on that fact and are offering not just the usual sodas or kombucha for the non-drinkers, but full-on mocktail menus featuring well-crafted ingredients.

We caught up with a few local places in Central Oregon, where mocktails are part of the menu.

5 Fusion Blackberry Julep

Blackberries,

Located at 821 NW Wall St. #100, Bend

Flamingo

Pomegranate

Trailhead Liquor

20156 Robal Rd. #130 Bend, OR 541-306-3747

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At Trailhead Liquor, we strive to be a one stop shop for all your cocktail needs, whether you are just starting to play with flavor, or you are an accomplished mixologist. We have a well curated selection of barware, garnishes, and glassware. We have bitters and syrups from average to obscure, with a heavy emphasis on locally procured products. Come visit our knowledgeable staff for help selecting the perfect spirit for your cocktail, or help with a signature cocktail for your special event. We also have mixers, wine, beer, cider, sake, mead, and tobacco products; including cigars.

Mon – Sat 10am – 8pm

Sun 11am – 6pm Find us on Instagram and Facebook

The Victorian Café

1404 NW Galveston Ave. Bend, OR 541-382-6411

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“The Vic,” a legendary breakfast and lunch experience in the renovated old house at 14th and Galveston, is undeniably popular. Guests enjoy great service, fresh ingredients, gourmet cuisine, and generous portions!

Not to be missed are its award winning Bloody Marys and famed Man-mosas which are crafted by the Victorian’s own private label champagne. Of course there is a full menu of beer, wine and cocktails to choose from as well. Don’t let the crowd deter you as there is plenty of room to sit fireside and enjoy your beverages until your table is ready.

Wayfarer Club at SCP Redmond Hotel

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Inspired by the rich history of Oregon exploration, Wayfarer Club features tavern-style small plates and hand-crafted cocktails, in a space designed for comfortable conversation. Swap summit stories, plan your next adventure, or explore the distinct flavors of Oregon through our selection of local spirits and seasonal ingredients. Be sure to visit during our Daily Happy Hour to enjoy half-priced cocktails and non-alcoholic libations from 3:00 to 5:00pm.

5 Fusion Rosemary Blueberry

Smash

Blackberries, mint, vanilla-infused syrup, aged sherry vinegar, splash of sparkling water and a sprig of flaming rosemary

Located at 821 NW Wall St. #100, Bend

Spork Thai Kondo

Cucumber, lemongrass, lime, mint, soda, bitters

Located at 937 NW Newport Ave. Suite 130, Bend

Boxwood Kitchen Daily Mocktail of the Day

including the Pineapple Ginger

“a l a mode”

Pineapple juice, lime juice, ginger beer, topped with grenadine and garnished with a lime wedge

Located in the Old Mill at 330 SW Powerhouse Dr., Building C, Suite 150, Bend

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Best of Drinks

Source Weekly readers know what’s up. These are the drinks, bars and bartenders voted “Best”

Every year, the Source Weekly’s Best of Central Oregon issue highlights the local places and people that Central Oregonians love most. We launch the contest, and then readers nominate the people, places and businesses they want to win in each of over 100 categories.

Mark your calendars for July 5, 2023, the next “Ballot Issue,” where we print the categories and let readers fill in their favorites – and in the meantime, check out these drink-related winners from 2022. (Will there be a Best Mocktail on this year’s ballot?! You’ll have to wait and see….)

Best Locals’ Hangout: On Tap. 2nd place: D&D Bar & Grill

Best Locals’ Night: Bevel Craft Brewing. 2nd place: Silver Moon Brewing

Best Bartender: Buck Bales, D&D Bar & Grill. 2nd place: Jon Dude, D&D Bar & Grill

Best Bloody Mary: The Victorian Café 2nd place: Washington Dining & Cocktails

Best Specialty Cocktail: Poco Loco, Dogwood Cocktail Cabin. 2nd place: Hola! Margarita

Best Bar: San Simón. 2nd place: Dogwood Cocktail Cabin

Best Bar in Redmond: The Rooftop at SCP Redmond. 2nd place: Initiative Brewing

Best Happy Hour in Redmond: Initiative Brewing. 2nd place: EbarGrill

Best Happy Hour in Sisters: Sisters Saloon & Ranch Grill

Best Happy Hour: 900 Wall. 2nd place: Pine Tavern Restaurant & Bar

Best Brewery: Deschutes Brewery 2nd place: 10 Barrel

Best Brewer: Nate Doss, Bevel Craft Brewing. 2nd place: Tony Lawrence, Boneyard Beer

Best Brewery/Brewpub in Redmond: Wild Ride Brewing. 2nd place: Initiative Brewing

Best Sports Bar: Sidelines Sportsbar & Grill. 2nd place: The Hideaway Tavern

Best Spot for a Night Out With the Crew: River Pig Saloon. 2nd place: San Simón

Best Wine Bar: Portello Wine Café. 2nd place: Stoller Wine Bar Bend

Courtesy Victorian Cafe

Darris Hurst

Courtesy Deschutes Brewery