Destination Distillery
Introducing Destination Distillery, a tourism-driven experience and educational journey into the cultural heritage and history of spirits in America.
DISCUS Academy
DISCUS Academy provides education & training from distilled spirits business leaders to distilled spirits business leaders.
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President George Washington owned one of the largest whiskey distilleries of his time. The entrepreneurial spirit and rich heritage of distilling in the United States lives on in America with economic and cultural impacts and modern innovation.
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We welcome the introduction of CA SB 277 – a commonsense measure that will help California’s laws meet consumer demand by providing fairer treatment for spirits-based #RTD cocktails in the marketplace.
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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.
At the DISCUS Foundation, education and scholarships are mission-critical. Your donation can be used to fund scholarships and help aspiring distillers and other future industry leaders deepen their knowledge, expand their skill sets, and ensure the ongoing growth of our sector.
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.
Understanding drink equivalence and knowing the definition of a standard drink is an important aspect of moderate and responsible alcohol consumption.
Our industry continues to grow and develop to meet consumer and environmental needs.
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Fire Protection Manual
In 2020, 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 Safety & Risk Management 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.
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Distilled Spirits Council Welcomes California Bill to Increase Consumer Access to Spirits RTDs Amid New Innovation and Growing Demand
Bill will boost small businesses, support consumer choice & generate tax revenue The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) welcomes the introduction of SB 277 – a commonsense measure […]
Read MoreMississippi Consumers Still Can’t Buy Distilled Spirits Products on Super Bowl Sunday, Bill to Allow Sunday Spirits Sales Passes House
HB 340 would allow local option elections for Sunday sales of distilled spirits HB 340, a bill to allow Sunday sales of distilled spirits products in municipalities that approve […]
Read MoreDistilled Spirits Council Pushes Back on Misguided Tax Proposal
Oregon governor’s budget proposes $0.50 per spirits bottle surcharge Oregon Governor Tina Kotek proposed an additional $0.50 per bottle surcharge on spirits containers in her budget released today. This is […]
Read MoreDistilled Spirits Council Testifies in Support of Bill to Make Cocktails To-Go Permanent in Connecticut
During a hearing today before the Connecticut General Law Committee, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) submitted testimony in support of H.B. 6548, legislation to allow cocktails to-go […]
Read MoreSpirited Advocate Podcast) Episode 54: A Mixologist with a Twist
On this episode of The Spirited Advocate Podcast, our host Chris Swonger is joined by the ultra-talented mixologist and winner of Netflix’s “Drink Masters,” Lauren Paylor O’Brien! Having worked many […]
Read MoreDISCUS Announces 2023-2024 Craft Advisory Council
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States ( DISCUS ), America’s leading advocate for the distilled spirits industry, today announced new appointments to the 2023-2024 Craft Advisory Council . The council, made up of […]
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