We’ve all heard about drinking’s demise of late. It’s true, there are more sober curious folks out there, and others who are simply cutting back on their alcohol consumption for myriad reasons. Still, there are plenty of people who are sticking with the time-honored tradition of our forebears — we’ve been downing fermented beverages for more than 10,000 years. What we do know is, that to each their own. And thanks to those N/A drinkers, there are even more options than ever in Central Oregon for drinking — and snacking — your days away. Here’s to happy hour and family-friendly outings, concoctions with less booze or cozy digs to quench your thirst. Whatever your preference, we’d like to toast you!
—The Source Drinking (and Snacking) Team
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This article appears in Jan 28, 2025 – Jan 28, 2026 and Toast! 2025.
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