Industry Responds to COVID-19 Pandemic
COVID-19 has left lasting impacts on every contributor to industry, ranging from the distillers who produce spirits, to the bars and restaurants that sell cocktails with our favorite products. Click to connect with state and federal resources to advocate for our industry, view our map of distillers making hand sanitizer and read our latest updates.
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JUST IN: #Virginia Senate passes cocktails to-go extension!
Extending consumer-friendly measures like cocktails to-go provides local distilleries, restaurants & bars w/ sustained source of much-needed revenue as they get back on their feet following #COVID.
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Register now for the Law Enforcement Phlebotomy Program Webinar on 1/27 at 1pm. Our panelists will discuss:
◼️NHTSA toolkit: Law Enforcement Phlebotomy
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Spirited Advocate Podcast
The Spirited Advocate Podcast brings together leaders in the distilled spirits industry to discuss pressing issues of day. Host Chris Swonger and his guests explore it all while enjoying their favorite cocktail or distilled spirit.
State Data Map
This interactive map will provide you with state-specific data relating to distilled spirits in the United States.
Data outlining the impact of the distilled spirits industry such as jobs supported, state GDP and state export data.
For those adults who choose to drink, they should do so in moderation and responsibly at all times – even when spending more time at home. Here are some tips to keep in mind.
The DISCUS Job Board connects top talent with exciting and diverse employment opportunities available at spirits producers, craft distilleries and other firms related to the spirits industry and its supply chains.
Our industry continues to grow and develop to meet consumer and environmental needs.
Business Solutions
Fire Protection Manual
This year, we updated our “Recommended Fire Protection Practices for Distilled Spirits Beverage Facilities,” marking the first major revision to this manual in 15 years. The reference guide was developed by our Fire Protection Committee made up of industry experts from our member companies charged with evaluating new fire protection technologies, as well as developing and sharing technical data, procedures and best practices.
$795.00 Non-Member Price
Free for Members
Virginia Senate Passes Bill Extending Cocktails To-Go Until July 2022
Measure supports struggling hospitality businesses, heads to House for consideration Today, the Virginia Senate passed SB 1299 , a bill to allow cocktails to-go from distilleries, restaurants and bars until July 1, 2022, in an effort to support hospitality businesses struggling to cope with the harsh economic impacts of COVID-19. “The path to recovery will last long […]
Read MoreSix Companies Join DISCUS Partner Membership Program in Q4 2020, Organization to Expand Offerings in 2021
Six Companies Join DISCUS Partner Membership Program in Q4 2020, Organization to Expand Offerings in 2021 New Partner Member Program Connects Spirits Supply Chain Businesses With Spirits Companies WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), the leading voice and advocate for the U.S. spirits industry, today announced six companies have joined the […]
Read MoreSpirited Advocate Podcast) Episode 22: Wilbur’s Total Beverage
With more than 20 years of experience in the retail industry, Mat Dismore, managing partner of Wilbur’s Total Beverage in Fort Collins, Colorado, joins the Spirited Advocate podcast to discuss how COVID flipped retail operations upside down, what changes he has seen in consumer habits and how to bring brands to life through cultivating relationships. […]
Read MoreIllinois Legislature Passes Bill Allowing Home Delivery of Spirits
Bill heads to governor’s desk for signature In the last hours of the 101st Legislative Session, the Illinois State Legislature passed SB54 , which would allow third parties to deliver spirits and wine from package stores to adult consumers. The bill now heads to Governor J. B. Pritzker’s desk for signature. “Innovative measures like home delivery […]
Read MoreDISCUS Announces 2021-2022 Craft Advisory Council
DISTILLED SPIRITS COUNCIL OF THE UNITED STATES ANNOUNCES 2021-2022 CRAFT ADVISORY COUNCIL Washington D.C. – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), America’s leading advocate for the distilled spirits industry, today announced new appointments to the Craft Advisory Council for the term 2021-2022. The Craft Advisory Council was created as a leadership council to […]
Read MoreTexas Lawmakers Move to Make Cocktails To-Go Permanent During 87th Legislative Session
Multiple measures introduced to support struggling hospitality businesses The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) today applauded Texas State Representative Charlie Geren and State Senator Kelly Hancock for introducing legislation (HB 1024, SB 298) to make cocktails to-go permanent – a move that will help support hospitality businesses devastated by COVID-19. “The path […]
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