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DISCUS Conference 2026

Join us March 3-5 in Louisville, KY, for the premier spirits industry event of the year!

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Toasts Not Tariffs!

Tariffs hurt American distillers and hospitality workers. Stand with us to protect U.S. jobs and end trade retaliation.

Spirits United

Join our community of advocates to ensure adult consumers can responsibly enjoy distilled spirits without inconvenience.

Annual Economic Briefing

The spirits industry’s signature event for media and analysts provides insights into key trends, growth drivers, and legislative and policy priorities.

Who We Are

DISCUS is the U.S. spirits industry’s top advocate in Washington, our nation’s state capitals and around the globe. We are the voice of distilled spirits producers and supply chain partners in the halls of power, making sure key policymakers hear your stories and know your policy agenda. Our mission is to unite distillers, producers and suppliers of all sizes to speak with a single, powerful voice. And when we talk, lawmakers listen.

$250 B

generated in U.S. economic activity annually

1.7 M

jobs supported through production, distribution, and sale

3,100

distilleries across the U.S.
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State Data Map
This interactive map will provide you with state-specific data relating to distilled spirits in the United States.

Destination Distillery is a tourism initiative by DISCUS

Destination Distillery builds upon the foundation of the American Whiskey Trail, to create a tourism-driven experience and educational journey into the cultural heritage and history of various spirits categories in America.

Education & Training for the Distilled Spirits Industry

DISCUS Academy is the first and only provider of professional business education for the distilled spirits industry producer tier. Whether you are an industry insider or new to the spirits industry or looking for continuing your professional development, DISCUS Academy has something for you!

Your Premier Event Venue Near the Capitol

Hosting an upcoming reception, fundraiser, or after-work happy hour? Look no further than the Cocktail Caucus Bar at 101! Just steps away from the iconic Capitol building, our bar offers a unique and stylish setting for any occasion.

DISCUS Publications & Resources: Essential Guides, Safety Protocols & Industry Data for Distilleries

The Distilled Spirits Council’s “Publications & Resources” page offers a curated library of tools and reports designed to support distilled spirits producers of all sizes.