If you are going to throw out a comment like that you are going to have to elaborate. What exactly do you not like about Seattle beer? I've met a few of the local Brewers and lack of effort is not something I would ever accuse them of. The ones I've met really work hard to bring out the most possible flavor out of the grains and hops. There may be an issue with the typical Seattle consumer that seems to be interested in IBUs and hoppyness at the expense of balance. What kind of beer do you like? What are you looking for. Maybe we can find you a local brewery that brews to that style. As for distilleries I'm not all that surprised that they lack refinement. Many of them opened in the last 5 years and most spirits that I drink have to be aged at least that long to be decent.