The pandemic could change how Oregonians buy beer, cider and wine

Santiam Brewing co-owner Jim Smiley, left, delivers a food and drink order to the home of Dan Valles on Friday, April 10. (Amanda Loman/Salem Reporter)

When Salem residents were stuck at home during the pandemic shut-down order, Santiam Brewing started making house calls.

Jim Smiley, the co-owner of Santiam Brewery, said the brewery previously used its two vans to bring kegs and cases of beer to retailers. But with things closed down the brewery began…