10-05-2025
8 stories that showcase Pierce County's evolving drink scene
Stories by Tacoma News Tribune journalists, with AI summarization
This list of stories illustrates how different businesses are shaping Pierce County's evolving drink scene so far in 2025.
State Street Beer Co. and Lander Coffee's team opened Wily Cycleworks, which combines a bike shop, coffee shop and bar. Stadium Golf shifted to a sports bar with golf simulators and a simpler menu.
Narrows Brewing is opening a second taproom with chef collaborations, while On Blended Knee Winery brings a new tasting room to downtown.
The shop joins sister businesses Lander Coffee and State Street Beer Co. in Tacoma. | Published January 10, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kristine Sherred
The Seattle-based restaurant group has struggled to find its footing in its big Tacoma space since scrapping the original German beer hall idea a few years ago. | Published February 7, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kristine Sherred
Mold. Gunk. Gross! We talked with two local draft-cleaning companies to learn the telltale signs of a dirty draft system, just in time for Tacoma Beer Week. | Published February 27, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kristine Sherred
On Blended Knee set to join a growing roster of wineries investing in Tacoma. | Published February 20, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kristine Sherred
'We want garden to glass to be as big as farm to table,' said Belinda Kelly, one half of Simple Goodness Sisters with her real-life sibling, Venise Cunningham. | Published March 22, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kristine Sherred
It took home the first-place title for its Cocoa Bomb Chocolate whiskey. | Published March 31, 2025 | Read Full Story by Julia Park
The stunning boutique spirits store opened in 2021, attracting superfans for its coveted collection of rare bottles and others for its 'wide selection.' | Published May 4, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kristine Sherred
'We've been working hard to find a space where we can add to an already vibrant area,' said the owners, who have invested in more production space at the original brewery. | Published May 9, 2025 | Read Full Story by Kristine Sherred
The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.
