River Barrel Distributing Announces New Partnership with Slightly Furry Cider — Bringing Bold, Inclusive Cider throughout Western Washington

River Barrel Distributing is proud to announce that we are now the exclusive distributor for Slightly Furry Beverage Company cider in Western Washington. This partnership brings a bold and inclusive cider brand to our lineup which aligns with our craft-forward mission of delivering distinctive and meaningful beverages to the Northwest community. Founded in Seattle and proudly queer and furry owned, Slightly Furry Beverage Company creates “bold ciders for bold animals in an inclusive space” — a slogan that captures their commitment to innovation, inclusivity, and fun. Their core values of authenticity, creativity, and community mirror River Barrel’s own emphasis on partnerships that matter, so we’re thrilled to bring their products into our distribution network.

What This Means for Our Market

Starting this week - retailers, bars, and restaurants across the region will have access to Slightly Furry’s lineup — including Purrrfectly Pear, PineappOWL Pineapple, Witches’ Tree Cherry, CinnaBEAR Cinnamon, and SNEPberry Cranberry Cider. This addition enriches our portfolio by offering something that stands out on the shelf, invites conversation, and supports a brand with purpose.

Highlights of Slightly Furry

• Bold & flavorful ciders, meads, and other beverages that use all-natural ingredients. No concentrates, no extracts.

• Owned and operated by members of the queer and furry communities. They celebrate unique artists and crafters within the queer and furry communities via their products and the art changes every year.

A Message from River Barrel

“At River Barrel, we’re always looking for brands that bring more than just a great drink,” said Joe Cohen, General Manager at River Barrel Distributing. “Slightly Furry does just that—they deliver high-quality cider with a story, community energy, and a voice. We believe our accounts in Western Washington will benefit from adding their offerings to tap lists & shelves.”

A Message from Slightly Furry

“We are excited to partner with River Barrel Distributing to bring our delicious products to more of Washington. With their help we can grow and spread our mission of creativity and inclusivity to a significantly wider audience than we ever imagined possible,” said Aaron “Martini” Kalin, co-founder of Slightly Furry.

About River Barrel Distributing

River Barrel Distributing is a premier craft beverage distributor serving Western Washington, specializing in a curated selection of beer, cider & non-alcoholic beverages for bars, restaurants, and retailers across the region. Founded with a dedication to quality and customer service, RBD takes pride in supporting the artistry of craft beverages and connecting passionate producers with beverage enthusiasts. RBD’s service area currently spans Washington counties, including King, Pierce, Thurston, Lewis, Snohomish, Kitsap, Jefferson, and Chelan.

About Slightly Furry Beverage Company

Based in Seattle’s Central District, Slightly Furry Beverage Company is a queer and furry-owned beverage company making hard cider, mead, and non-alcoholic sodas on a mission to build a radically inclusive space for their community. Their taproom is located at 851 Rainier Avenue S., Seattle, WA. Their mantra: “Bold Ciders for Bold Animals in an inclusive space.”

For more information:

Retailers and on-premise accounts: contact your River Barrel sales representative or visit www.riverbarrel.com

Consumers: Visit www.slightlyfurry.com or www.cider.social for social media accounts.