Mark Stock
Former Contributor
Author/Co-Author of 1204 articles
Mark Stock is a writer from Portland, Oregon. He fell into wine during the Recession and has been fixated on the stuff since. He spent years making, selling, and sipping Pinot Noir in the Dundee Hills before a full return to his journalistic roots in 2016. He's helplessly tied to European soccer, casting for trout, and grunge rock. In addition to The Manual, he writes for SevenFifty Daily, Sip Northwest, The Somm Journal, The Drake, Willamette Week, Travel Oregon, and more. He has a website and occasionally even updates it: markastock.com.
No greenwashing here: Sierra Nevada puts real sustainability on tap
Sierra Nevada is taking big steps in sustainability. Here's what the craft brewery is up to.
Inside Tucson’s one-of-a-kind food scene every traveler should experience
Where to find the best drinks and meals in the charming desert town of Tucson.
The secret to perfect summer salads? The right wine pairing
Salads and wine are a great summer combo, if you pair them up right.
Peroni drops shaved Italian beer ice for summer sipping
An adult beverage that's a little nostalgic and very refreshing.
How to make a dairy-free Grasshopper cocktail like a pro
A Grasshopper cocktail is a classic. Here's how a pro makes a dairy-free one.
From ancient brews to craft cans: the 9,000-year story of beer
A brief but concise look at the incredibly history of beer.
How to make a Solo en el Sur, a celebratory summer cocktail
How to make a great watermelon cocktail this summer.
Prickly pear isn’t just a garnish — it’s your new secret weapon behind the bar
Prickly pear cactus produces beautiful and tasty fruit. Here's how to incorporate them into you mixology game.
New Belgium partners with iconic Chicago wormwood liqueur brand on special beer
A deceptive beer made with an unusual liqueur.
Death & Co.’s Naked and Famous is the cocktail you’ll crave all summer
How to make a modern classic in the Naked and Famous cocktail, from Death & Co.
Esteemed Brooklyn brewery drops mouthwatering summer lineup
A bevy of beer styles for the forthcoming summer season.
Oskar Blues dresses up its beer in denim for the summer
A stonewashed look for some popular craft beers out of Colorado.
Ferment Brewing celebrates a legendary sturgeon and wildlife conservation with a proper IPA
Herman The Sturgeon is a local legend in the Pacific Northwest. For the second year running, he's getting a celebratory beer.
Meet the latest installment of the popular 3-Way IPA series
The latest Fort George 3-Way IPA just dropped. Here's what to know about the newest installment in the acclaimed craft beer series.
Brooke Williamson’s new cookbook delivers fresh, high-protein dishes: Our fave recipes
Chef Brooke Williamson has a vegetable-centric new cookbook. Here are four standout recipes.
We tried Made In’s first-ever grill—and it might be the perfect backyard upgrade
Made In just dropped its first ever grill. Is it worth the price?
How to make a grown-up Jell-O shot like a NYT best American restaurant does
On how to make an elevated Jell-O shot like a top DC restaurant does.
Costco’s alcohol aisle is full of hidden gems — here’s how to shop it smart
Costco has some serious deals in the adult beverage department. Here's what to look for.
This year’s best bars list proves great cocktails are everywhere
The top 50 bars in North America were just announced. Here are some talking points on the list.
Think beer can’t age like wine? Think again
There's a myth that beer can't age. It's not true for a number of beer styles, as this pro points out.
Ashland, Oregon’s food scene is small-town magic with big-city flavor
All the best meals to be had in the charming southern Oregon town of Ashland.
Six new beers from a beloved East Bay brewery
Some interesting new releases spanning three unique beer styles
Baerlic’s latest beer release is made with Oregon sea salt
A new beer from a top Portland brewery that reminds of the ocean.
What’s in a $15 million wine cellar in Palm Beach?
Ever wonder what's in a multi-million dollar wine cellar? Read on to find out.
From NA beer to smoky rauchbier, here’s what’s trending in craft beer now
The World Beer Cup has come and gone. Here's what you need to know from the 2025 competition.
Ferment drops flurry of beers on Memorial Day Weekend
Five beer styles from the PNW for the holiday weekend.
Columbia River Gorge travel guide: Where to eat, what to do, and where to stay
The Columbia River Gorge is all about natural beauty. Here's how to explore every facet, from food and drink to hiking and lodging.
Widmer releases latest beer to celebrate 40th anniversary
A pilsner made with Pacific Northwest ingredients.
Want to sound like a wine pro? The wine buzzwords of 2025 you ought to know
Looking at the terms within wine one should know to enjoy it more (and sound cool).
Breakside celebrates 15 successful years in craft beer
A model citizen in the craft circuit has a b-day
Inside the rise of American Single Malt and the push for true terroir in whiskey
A year ago, American Single Malt whiskey became an official thing. What's happened and where is the growing category headed?
Bagels by day, sushi by night: The era of the wildly adaptable restaurant
A look at some of the more creative adaptability approaches in the restaurant sphere.
From rooftop pasta bars to iconic delis, here’s where to dine in Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills is a Hollywood hangout. It's also home to some great bars and restaurants.
Busch brings back a fan favorite beer
Busch Light Apple has returned. It's a win for the brand's animated fanbase.
Firestone Walker celebrates Cinco de Mayo with Tropa Magica
Firestone Walker is collaborating again. This time, it's with a high-flying Californian band.
Flying with beer? Here’s how to pack alcohol in your luggage
Can you bring alcohol on a plane? Yes, but you need to know how to pack your beer and wine. Here's how.
Summer in a bottle might be Elysian Brewing’s new blonde ale
The latest summery drop from a major west coast brewery.
Allagash Brewing debuts Hearts of Pine collaboration beer
Allagash Brewing has a new beer made in collaboration with the local pro soccer team. Here's what to know.
A beginner’s guide to sherry wine, an incredibly misunderstood drink
To fortified wine’s discredit, we can’t seem to divorce it from Grandma’s cabinet. But it’s high time that we do.
This wine director is ditching tasting notes for storytelling — and it’s working
Albi is a Palestinian-inspired restaurant in D.C. It also has one of the most unique wine programs in the U.S.
Tulsa’s best bites: 8 must-try restaurants and bars
Tulsa has a lot of offerings in the way of food and beverage. Here are the best bets.