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Astoria Today
By the People, for the People
Astoria Museum Partners with Local Distillery for Sea-Aged Whiskey Tasting
Columbia River Maritime Museum and Pilot House Distilling to host 'Salt & Spirit — A Maritime Voyage' event on March 20th.
Mar. 18, 2026 at 1:50am
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The Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria, Oregon is partnering with local distillery Pilot House Distilling to host a 'sip and learn' event on March 20th. The event, titled 'Salt & Spirit — A Maritime Voyage', will allow attendees to taste three different whiskeys that were aged at sea and learn about the vessels that transported them.
Why it matters
This event highlights the growing trend of 'sea-aged' spirits, which are gaining popularity among whiskey enthusiasts. The partnership between the maritime museum and local distillery also showcases how cultural institutions and businesses can collaborate to provide unique educational and tasting experiences for the community.
The details
The event will take place at the Pilot House Distilling tap room in Astoria. Attendees will have the opportunity to taste three different whiskeys that were aged at sea and learn about the vessels that ferried them. The event is being organized by the Columbia River Maritime Museum, which is known for its exhibits and programs focused on the region's maritime history and culture.
- The event will take place at 5:30 p.m. on March 20, 2026.
The players
Columbia River Maritime Museum
A museum in Astoria, Oregon that focuses on the region's maritime history and culture.
Pilot House Distilling
A local distillery in Astoria, Oregon that is partnering with the Columbia River Maritime Museum for the 'Salt & Spirit — A Maritime Voyage' event.
What’s next
Attendees can register for the 'Salt & Spirit — A Maritime Voyage' event on the Columbia River Maritime Museum's website.
The takeaway
This event provides a unique opportunity for whiskey enthusiasts and maritime history buffs to come together and learn about the process of aging spirits at sea, while also supporting a collaboration between a local museum and distillery.
