Another option, if you're not open to eBikes: Surly Disc Trucker. It is more upright and has a beefy frame to handle a heavier rider or additional loads in the form of fully-loaded front/rear panniers, plus it has all those braze-on mounting points for racks and such. Plus, it has the drop bars you have your eye on, but the frame geometry is designed for the bar to be higher and further back.

https://surlybikes.com/bikes/disc_trucker

Surly has been making the Long Haul Trucker forever; this is just an update with disc brakes instead of rim and slightly shorter chain stays. The disc brakes are preferred over rim brakes for wet weather and downhill braking. (both of which will be a big benefit to you in Seattle) Looks like it has through axles now too; great! Triple chainring as well. This bike is a slam dunk for you.