Tectonic is a destination for the queer community. Every brand we carry was chosen not just for its quality, but because they are local to the Pacific Northwest or have proven themselves as dedicated allies to the queer community.

The Tectonic Spirit Partners

Freeland Spirits (Portland, OR)

  • The Story: A women-owned and run distillery that celebrates the legacy of female distillers.

  • Why We Chose Them: Their Free Spirits program explicitly supports female, transgender, and gender-nonconforming individuals. They are active partners with local advocacy groups like Basic Rights Oregon.

Aria Gin (Portland, OR)

  • The Story: A bartender-founded distillery that focuses on a single, world-class London Dry style.

  • Why We Chose Them: Aria is deeply embedded in the queer-friendly hospitality scene in Portland and supports industry-led community initiatives.

Westward Whiskey (Portland, OR)

  • The Story: A pioneer of the American Single Malt movement, producing whiskey that reflects the terroir of the Northwest.

  • Why We Chose Them: Westward is an outspoken advocate for local community education and inclusive spaces, making them the natural choice for our Top-Shelf and Summit tiers.

Divine Distillers (Salem, OR)

  • The Story: A hyper-local Salem neighbor focusing on sustainable, non-conformist spirits.

  • Why We Chose Them: Their commitment to the local Salem community and their non-traditional approach to distilling perfectly align with Tectonic’s mission to be "for queer people, by queer people".

Monopolowa (Vienna / Hood River, OR)

  • The Story: While originally a Polish tradition, Monopolowa’s US operations are centered in Hood River.

  • Why We Chose Them: They provide a high-quality, potato-based spirit that serves as our inclusive, gluten-free well option, ensuring everyone has a premium experience regardless of price point.

Wild Roots (Portland, OR)

  • The Story: A distillery focused on capturing the authentic flavor of Pacific Northwest fruit.

  • Why We Chose Them: They use real local berries and produce, directly supporting Oregon's agricultural community while providing the vibrant flavors used in our "Frozen & Fun" and "Refreshing & Bright" menus.

Timberline Vodka (Hood River, OR)

  • The Story: Distilled at the base of Mt. Hood using Pacific Northwest apples and grain.

  • Why We Chose Them: They are an environmentally conscious brand that celebrates the Oregon outdoors, providing a clean, local base for our signature Salem-inspired cocktails.

Pilot House Distilling (Astoria, OR)

  • The Story: A coastal distillery known for its bold flavors and "bar-ready" spirits.

  • Why We Chose Them: They produce the coffee liqueurs and specialty spirits that power our "Midnight in Salem" and "Velvet Night" offerings, chosen for their commitment to independent, local craft.

New Deal Distilling (Portland, OR)

  • The Story: A staple of the Portland craft scene since 2004, known for experimentation and quality.

  • Why We Chose Them: They are a long-standing supporter of the local arts and queer community, providing the essential liqueurs (like their Orange Liqueur) that anchor our classic builds.

Burnside / Eastside Distilling (Portland, OR)

  • The Story: A Portland institution named after the iconic street that defines the city's spirit.

  • Why We Chose Them: We utilize their West End Bourbon for our "Oregon Oak" and "Painted Hill" cocktails because of their history as a local employer that values regional identity and community support.

The Non-Local Allies

For categories where a local PNW option did not meet our specific queer-alignment or quality standards, we selected national brands with a 100% Corporate Equality Index score:

  • Tito’s Handmade Vodka: A major national supporter of LGBTQ+ charities and local animal shelters.

  • Espolòn & Don Julio: Chosen for their parent companies’ (Campari and Diageo) industry-leading protections and benefits for LGBTQ+ employees.