National Cocktail Day is Sunday, and that means it’s time for some drink rankings.
BetCalifornia.com, another of the myriad websites out there putting together lists that have nothing to do with their stated mission, ranked the top three most popular drinks in every state.
Whiskey drinks lead the way in Oregon, with the Old Fashioned at No. 1 and the Manhattan at No. 2. In third place, Oregon calls an audible – the Paloma, a slightly less well-known grapefruit and tequila concoction that only shows up in two other states’ top three. Cheers, California and Kentucky.
BetCalifornia.com said in a news release that it started with VinePair’s 50 Most Popular Cocktails of 2023 and then looked at each state’s Google searches to compile its list.
Portland, of course, is known for its craft cocktails and bars, including a handful of bars that are considered among the best in the country.
If you prefer your cocktails booze-free, Portland is also a great place to be. There’s a thriving nonalcoholic cocktail scene in the city.
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