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Portland Spirits Win Big in National Awards
28 Jun
Summary
- Two Portland distilleries recognized in a 2025 USA Today poll.
- Straightaway Cocktails ranked for canned cocktails, specialty spirits, and tasting room.
- Four Corners American Gin received acclaim for its craft gin.
Portland's craft spirit scene is gaining national recognition, with Straightaway Cocktails and Four Corners American Gin both receiving accolades in a 2025 USA Today poll.
Straightaway Cocktails was ranked highly across three categories: best canned cocktail company (No. 7), best specialty craft spirits (No. 7), and best spirits tasting room (No. 6). The publication praised their use of high-quality ingredients, including house-made bitters from harvested fir needles, and their distinctive specialty drinks. Their tasting room also stands out with unique flight offerings and gourmet hot dogs.
Four Corners American Gin secured a spot as one of the best craft gins in the U.S., ranking No. 9. USA Today described their gin as a "great American road trip in a bottle," emphasizing its balanced flavor profile derived from a unique blend of ingredients such as wild juniper from Oregon and cranberries from Maine. Despite being based in Portland, the company distributes its products to over 30 states nationwide.
