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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#DYK @BrownForman stepped up to donate ~70K meals to the #Louisville community during #Covid19?
Check out the video about this incredible initiative👏#DistillersUnited4aCause
"Pulling back on tariffs on the spirits industry is the quickest, surest way to allay coronavirus-driven market fears & support hospitality jobs." - @DistilledSpirit's President @ChrisRSwonger on why we need #ToastsNotTariffs. ❌ https://bit.ly/3fNZmBn
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.
The Public Policy Conference, hosted by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States and the American Craft Spirits Association, provides industry executives with the opportunity to engage directly with lawmakers in the nation’s capital and advocate for issues vital to the industry. Given the unprecedented challenges affecting the country, there is no more important time for our voice to be heard in Washington D.C.
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 Spirited Advocate Podcast brings together leaders in the distilled spirits industry to discuss pressing issues of the day. Host Chris Swonger and his guests explore it all while enjoying their favorite cocktail or distilled spirit.
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.
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
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Spirited Advocate Podcast: Episode 11) Agave Loco’s Tom Maas on 3 Decades in the Industry
From Al Capone’s influence on the spirits industry to cosmopolitans in Sex and the City, Tom Maas, CEO of Agave Loco, shares what he’s learned over more than three decades in the distilled spirits industry. A self-proclaimed “bullish” entrepreneur, Maas dives into what it was like working for big names like Jim Beam and Jack […]
Read MoreDistilled Spirits Council & American Craft Spirits Association Co-Host Annual Public Policy Conference September 15-16
Distilled Spirits Council and American Craft Spirits Association Co-Host Annual Public Policy Conference September 15-16 Registration for Virtual Conference Now Open WASHINGTON, D.C. – Distillers from across the country will gather virtually September 15-16 for the distilled spirits industry’s annual Public Policy Conference co-hosted by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) […]
Read MoreGeorgia Governor Approves Home Delivery of Spirits and Package Store Tastings
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp signed legislation yesterday to allow home delivery of spirits and spirits tastings in off-premise retail stores. “Both home delivery of spirits and package store tastings will help modernize the marketplace while benefitting consumers and local businesses in Georgia,” said Jay Hibbard, Distilled Spirits Council Vice President of State Government Relations. “We […]
Read MoreDistilled Spirits Council Testifies in Support of Bill to Extend Cocktails To-Go in Maine
During a hearing today before the Maine Joint Committee on Veterans and Legal Affairs, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) submitted testimony in support of LR 3333 , legislation to extend the sale of cocktails to-go from restaurants and bars. The testimony, submitted by DISCUS Vice President of State Government Relations Jay Hibbard, underscored that […]
Read MoreEnd Spirits, Wine and Beer Tariffs: Industry Calls for U.S. and EU to End Trade Dispute Urgently to Save Jobs
End Spirits, Wine and Beer Tariffs: Industry Calls for U.S. and EU to End Trade Dispute Urgently to Save Jobs WASHINGTON – In a show of transatlantic unity, 17 associations representing the U.S. and European beverage alcohol sectors submitted comments today to the United States Trade Representative (USTR) in opposition to the U.S. government’s proposal to […]
Read MoreDISCUS Responds to Airbus Statement Regarding the WTO Civil Aircraft Dispute
Distilled Spirits Council of the United States Statement in response to the Airbus statement regarding the WTO civil aircraft dispute “U.S. distillers welcome today’s announcement regarding Airbus. We hope that this is a significant step toward resolving this longstanding trade dispute that will result in the prompt elimination of tariffs on U.S. and EU distilled spirits. […]
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