11 Epic Drinks in Portland, Oregon That Will Make Your Life Better

A few years ago I came out with a list of what I thought the best cocktails in Portland, Oregon were. There were many people that disagreed with me, but with so many bars and restaurants in Portland, I knew I would never try them all. Over the last year or two I have had the opportunity to try many more cocktails. Some were fantastic and some not so great. After too much consideration and lots of “research”, I have managed to compile another list. I decided not to include any of the drinks I had included before, despite the fact I still think they are all worth trying. You can go check out the original list of 10 best cocktails in Portland and then read on to see all the new ones that rose the occasion.

11 More Drinks in Portland You’ve Got to Try!

The Freshman Fifteen cocktail at Kask is easily my favorite cocktail in town. It’s pretty and it’s just good. Kask is a tiny little cocktail bar with some interesting options. Skip the food here and go for drinks only.

Kask

1215 SW Alder St

Portland, OR 97205

The Prickly Pear Margarita at Eastburn is so tasty. It is the best prickly pear margarita I have found in Portland so far. I love sitting on the swings on their patio.

Eastburn

1800 E Burnside St

Portland, OR 97214

The Old Fashion at Al’s Den. I was turned on to this while out on a Portland Walking Tour. I had my doubts, but our guide was right. They make the best Old Fashion in Portland, Oregon.

Al’s Den

303 SW 12th Ave

Portland, OR 97205

The daily punch at River Pig Saloon is always good it seems and it is cheap, plus it’s the perfect place to watch the Cowboys game. If you like fried food, then you will want to try something!

River Pig Saloon

529 NW 13th Avenue

Portland, OR

The Saint 75 champagne cocktail at Red Star Tavern is light and yummy. The atmosphere here is cozy and the food is outstanding. All of the cocktails I have had here are solid, but this one is my favorite.

Red Star Tavern

503 SW Alder St

Portland, OR 97204

The Gimlet at Park Kitchen makes worth venturing over here more than worth it. Warning: it is on the strong side.

Park Kitchen

422 NW 8th Ave

Portland, OR 97209

The Desert Ride at Altabira City Tavern. This is a gorgeous cocktail and it tastes just as good as it looks. Try to visit on a sunny day and sit out on their beautiful patio. The only down side to visiting here is if you park at the Eastlund Hotel where the restaurant located they will charge you for parking.

Altabira City Tavern

1021 NE Grand Ave #600

Portland, OR 97232

Quaintrelle in North Portland on Mississippi Avenue has the “Path to Fortitude” made with Dystopia vodka, and some ingredients I have never heard of like priorat natur vermut, china china amer, lemon, and pink peppercorn. It is as good as it looks.

Quaintrelle

3936 N Mississippi Ave

Portland, OR 97227

Radar is also in North Portland along Mississippi Avenue. They had a cocktail created by a famous NYC bartender just for them, the Night Owl made with bourbon, Coconib Ramazzootti, and toasted pecan bitters. The first sip or two were strong, but by the 3rd and 4th sips this drink is smooth.

Radar

3951 N Mississippi Ave

Portland, OR 97227

Verdigris on Fremont has some tasty beverages on their brunch menu. Their Hibiscus Gimlet made with hibiscus infused vodka, lime, simple syrup, and rhubarb is divine.