Cheers to All the Craft Beverage Barbies!
The craft beverage industry is experiencing a fabulous makeover, with women taking center stage as owners, founders, managers, and all-around queens behind our favorite drinks. In the spirit of Barbie's iconic flair for strength, creativity, and mastering every endeavor, let's raise our glasses to some of Oregon's finest "Barbies" in the business!
Inspiración Barbie: Shani Gonzalez - Founder, La Familia Cider Company
The trendsetting force behind La Familia Cider Company, Shani is crafting an inspiring new narrative in the cider universe. She set her family on a new trajectory when she asked one simple question: "Wouldn't it be fabulous if there were hard ciders with the flavors of our childhood?" Today, Shani and La Familia are shaking up the scene with ciders inspired by the vibrant aguas frescas of her youth. Each sip of their handcrafted creations is a celebration of family, culture, and shared joy.
Spirited Barbie: Jill Kuehler - Founder, Freeland Spirits
In a world where distilling has traditionally been a boys' club, Jill Kuehler is rewriting the script as the trailblazing Barbie of Freeland Spirits. Displaying Barbie's unwavering determination, Jill has carved out her space with award-winning craft spirits housed in chic, raindrop-shaped bottles. Her commitment to sustainability, innovation, and inclusivity sets Freeland Spirits apart, making it an inspiration for aspiring distillers everywhere
Flavor Adventure Barbie: Genevieve Brazelton - Founder, The Bitter Housewife
Genevieve Brazelton, co-founder of The Bitter Housewife, brings a splash of creativity and a whole lot of sparkle to the craft cocktail scene. Much like Barbie's love for reinvention, Genevieve infuses each batch of her artisanal cocktail bitters with meticulous attention to detail and a dash of glamour. With innovative flavor profiles and a commitment to authenticity, Genevieve proves that there's always room for creativity and experimentation in the world of craft beverages.
Trailblazer Barbie: Lynda Parrish - Founder, Portland Cider
Lynda Parrish channels Barbie's spirit of adventure and entrepreneurship every day. When she found herself looking for a new adventure beyond her corporate job, cidermaking called. Now, 11 years since the first batch of Portland Cider was tapped, Lynda's passion, leadership, and dedication to quality continue to elevate Portland Cider’s position in the industry, winning over new fans daily. Just like Barbie, Lynda's journey is one of reinvention and empowerment.
Hospitality Barbie: Tiffaney Anderson - Manager, Portland Cider Taproom, Clackamas
Tiffaney Anderson, Portland Cider's resident "Chaos Coordinator," is the epitome of hospitality and grace. Embodying Barbie's knack for making everyone feel welcome, Tiffaney juggles countless responsibilities with a smile at the Clackamas Taproom. From managing private events to crafting innovative cocktails, Tiffaney's creativity and warmth make her an indispensable part of the Portland Cider family.
Here's to Shani, Jill, Genevieve, Lynda, Tiffaney, and all the Barbie-licious queens of craft beverages! Their strength, creativity, and unwavering success are an inspiration to us all.