Restaurant
Unclaimed profileCopper River Restaurant & Bar
Hillsboro, OR · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Copper River's beverage program is a study in local abundance, from a cocktail list that leans on house-made purées and Oregon spirits to a beer lineup that showcases regional breweries. The wine list covers Northwest and international ground, and a dedicated zero-proof menu ensures nondrinkers get the same craft attention. Prices stay friendly, with cocktails topping out under $14.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Melting Passion Martini for a sweet-heat balance, or the Espresso Martini for a creamy, bitter finish. For a local pour, try a Copper River Flight of five beers. The Passion Fruit Nojito is a standout zero-proof choice.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Craft cocktail fans who appreciate seasonal touches and local sourcing, beer enthusiasts wanting to sample regional taps, and anyone seeking thoughtful non-alcoholic options.
- When should I go?
- Happy hour is mentioned as a daily feature, making it a good time to try creative drinks and food pairings.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails run $10.95–$13.95; wines from $9 to $90 per bottle; beer flight of 5 for $12; mocktails at $11.95; refreshers at $7.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The cocktail menu's house-made purées and local spirits, plus a dedicated zero-proof program with ritual-based mocktails, set it apart from typical bar offerings.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Extensive list of signature martinis, margaritas, and originals, using house-made purées and local spirits. Seasonal specials keep it current.
Menu strengths
- — Creative use of house-made jalapeño purée and fruit purées.
Standout selections
- — Melting Passion Martini: vodka, passion fruit purée, jalapeño purée, sugar rim.
- — Spicy Margarita: Tanteo jalapeño tequila, Ancho Reyes, agave, tajín rim.
- — Lilikoi Mai Tai: rum, curaçao, macadamia orgeat, lilikoi foam.
Pricing: Cocktails range from $10.95 to $13.95.
Wine
Diverse list with Northwest and international options, available by the glass and bottle. Includes bubbles, rosé, whites, and reds.
Menu strengths
- — Multiple serving sizes (6 oz, 9 oz, bottle) offer flexibility.
Standout selections
- — Adelsheim Breaking Ground Pinot Noir (Chehalem Mountains).
- — Domaine Drouhin Pinot Noir (Dundee Hills).
Pricing: Wines range from $9 to $90 per bottle.
Beer
Local craft taps with a focus on IPAs and lagers, plus a 5-beer flight. Non-alcoholic options from major and craft brands.
Menu strengths
- — Well-curated selection of Oregon breweries.; Copper River Flight offers a sampler experience.
Standout selections
- — Deschutes Fresh Squeezed IPA.; Boneyard RPM IPA.
Pricing: Beer flight of 5 is $12.
Nonalcoholic
Dedicated zero-proof menu with craft mocktails using Ritual alternatives and house-made refreshers.
Menu strengths
- — Creative mocktails with alcohol-free spirits.; Affordable refresher options at $7.
Standout selections
- — Passion Fruit Nojito: Ritual rum, passion fruit, lime, mint.
- — Mango Zero-Rita: Ritual tequila, mango, chamoy-tajín rim.
- — Under the Sea: pineapple, orgeat, butterfly pea flower tea.
Pricing: Mocktails are $11.95; refreshers are $7.
Spirits
Cocktail program features a range of spirits from local and premium brands, including whiskey, tequila, rum, and mezcal.
Menu strengths
- — Uses a variety of premium spirits in cocktails.
Standout selections
- — Hood River Old Fashioned (Pendleton whiskey).
- — Copper Bulleit Manhattan (Bulleit bourbon/rye).; Mezcal Margarita (Ilegal mezcal).
Pricing: Spirits are used in cocktails; no standalone prices.
How it sits with the food
The bar menu includes wagyu sliders and chicken tenders, and cocktails like the Spicy Margarita or La Paloma could complement rich, savory bites.
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