Beer & Drink

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission lists 27 licensed cannabis dispensaries in Bend that can sell you a can of cannabis-infused beverages ranging from 25 to 100 milligrams of THC. But if you want something far less potent but purportedly way more social, you can already find low-dose, hemp-derived THC-infused beverages around town. Tiptoeing in […]

Beer has a problem. Actually it has many problems, perhaps the largest of which is kids these days. Statistically, young adults are eschewing beer, either because it’s got alcohol or carbs or both. But still, we all gotta drink. In this era of “functional beverages,” the fact is, every beverage serves a function from waking […]

In the world of mixology, innovation often takes the form of unexpected ingredients that add visual appeal to beverages. One such ingredient that has been captivating bartenders and enthusiasts alike is the butterfly pea flower. Renowned for its mesmerizing color-changing ability, this delicate bloom has found its way into cocktails, teas and mocktails, adding a […]

What better way to celebrate the change of seasons than with a refreshing array of seasonal cocktails? Bid farewell to mulled wine and hot toddies and say hello to vibrant, fresh concoctions filled with spring flavors. Grab your shakers, friends, and let’s dive into the delightful world of spring flavors! Rhubarb When I think of […]

Seeing “pico water” listed among the ingredients on a cocktail menu looks more like a typo than a stroke of genius. I mean, both Siri and Alexa come up drier than a to-do list during Sober October when asked what pico water is, but now that I’ve had it in Bar Rio’s Chips & Salsa […]