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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.
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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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DISCUS and TTB to Host Webinar for Spirits Industry on Avoiding Common Label and Formula Filing Errors
DISCUS and TTB to Host Webinar for Spirits Industry on Avoiding Common Label and Formula Filing Errors Webinar to help craft distillers better navigate labeling compliance process WASHINGTON — The […]
Read MoreToasts Not Tariffs Coalition Sends Letter to President Trump Urging Permanent Fair & Reciprocal Trade for U.S. and EU Spirits & Wines
Toasts Not Tariffs Coalition Sends Letter to President Trump Urging Permanent Fair & Reciprocal Trade for U.S. and EU Spirits & Wines WASHINGTON – The Toasts Not Tariffs Coalition , a group of 57 associations representing […]
Read MoreNominations Open Today for Distilled Spirits Council’s Innovation Showcase Competition Honoring Pioneers in the Spirits Industry
2026 marks the sixth year in a row the DISCUS Innovation Showcase has been held For the sixth year in a row, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States […]
Read MoreDistilled Spirits Council and Beverage Information Group Partner to Release Special Edition of the 2025 Liquor Handbook Available Only to DISCUS Craft Distillers
Groups will also host a webinar Aug. 21 featuring spirits trend data from the new handbook The Beverage Information Group, publishers of the annual Beverage Handbook series, and the Distilled […]
Read MoreDISCUS Statement in Response to the U.S. Spirits Sector Remaining on the Sidelines as U.S.-EU Finalize Framework of Trade Agreement
Distilled Spirits Council President and CEO Chris Swonger Statement in Response to the U.S. Spirits Sector Remaining on the Sidelines as U.S.-EU Finalize Framework of Trade Agreement “It is extremely […]
Read MoreSWA & DISCUS Joint Statement on UK-US Trade
Joint statement – Mark Kent, Chief Executive of the Scotch Whisky Association, and Chris Swonger, President and CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States said: “The President’s […]
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