The Scenic route comes with a drink menuStart your adventure before you arrive
First published August 10, 2026
Originally published by Sip Magazine (Becky Garrison) July 28, 2026
Amtrak Cascades was featured in Sip Magazine.
The Pacific Northwest has always celebrated a strong sense of place. That connection to local agriculture and craftsmanship doesn’t stop at wineries, breweries and cideries. It extends to the journey itself.
Whether you’re traveling into Portland or Seattle and settling into an Amtrak Cascades seat, regional producers are helping travelers experience the Northwest one sip at a time.
Few travel experiences showcase the Pacific Northwest quite like Amtrak Cascades. The route extends from Vancouver, British Columbia, to Seattle, Portland and finally, Eugene. (And, obviously, back again.) With views of Puget Sound, forests, farmland, mountain ranges and cityscapes, this type of travel is best enjoyed at a slower pace.
The Café Car complements that scenery with a beverage menu featuring Northwest producers. Sparkling mimosas made with Underwood bubbles are a popular choice, while wine drinkers can select Browne Family Vineyards Heritage Chardonnay, A to Z Wineworks Pinot Noir or 14 Hands Pinot Grigio. Beer and cider fans will find familiar regional names, including Widmer Hefeweizen, Elysian Brewing Space Dust IPA, Deschutes Brewery Black Butte Porter and Tieton Cider Works North Ranch Hard Cider.
What has always been a great experience is only getting better. This fall, Amtrak Cascades plans to begin introducing its new fleet of Northwest-inspired trainsets, with all eight expected to be in service in early 2027. Along with panoramic windows, travelers can expect upgraded seating, personal power outlets, USB charging, improved Wi-Fi and other traveler-friendly perks while sipping those Northwest flavors.