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 Code covers both the responsible placement and content of beverage alcohol advertising and marketing materials, as well as provides detailed digital and media buying guidelines.
We are in this together! There are hundreds of distillers producing hand sanitizer for communities across the US to fight COVID-19. They are #DistillersUnited4ACause.
Press Releases
Programs provide leadership education and training to sector’s workforce The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) today announced the inaugural graduating of DISCUS Academy’s two leadership programs, the Executive Leadership Program and the Developing Leadership Program. “We are excited to congratulate the first-ever graduates from both our Executive Leadership Program and our Developing […]
Statement by the Toasts Not Tariffs Coalition on the agreement between the U.S. and EU to End the Retaliatory Tariffs on American Whiskeys as part of the Steel and Aluminum Dispute Settlement Today’s successful negotiations, which brings us one step closer to an end to the retaliatory tariffs on American Whiskeys, is cause for celebration. We commend […]
Statement by Distilled Spirits Council President & CEO Chris Swonger on the EU-U.S. announcement to remove retaliatory tariffs on American Whiskeys as part of the steel-aluminum dispute agreement “After three very difficult years of sagging American Whiskey exports, the EU and U.S. are back to a zero-for-zero tariff agreement on distilled spirits, which has been instrumental to our […]
Press Statement 74 U.S. and EU Organizations Urge U.S. and EU to Reach Agreement to Remove Retaliatory Tariffs on Products Unrelated to Transatlantic Trade Dispute “The clock is ticking, time to end tariffs once and for all” Ahead of the G20 Heads of State and Government Summit to be held in Rome this weekend, 74 […]
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) will host a webinar on the topic of supply chain challenges impacting the distilled spirits industry in the U.S. on Thursday, November 4, at 1 p.m. (Eastern). Supply chain disruptions are causing significant complications across all segments of the global economy. Our panel of industry experts […]
Distilled Spirits Council Outlines Key Foreign Trade Barriers Impacting the U.S. Spirits Sector in Report to USTR –Removal of Retaliatory Tariffs on American Whiskeys Remains Top Priority– WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) submitted a detailed report yesterday with the United States Trade Representative (USTR) identifying key foreign trade barriers impeding U.S. […]
Partner Member Program Connects Spirits Supply Chain Businesses, Industry Partners 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 four companies have joined the organization as Partner Members in the third quarter of 2021. This brings the total […]
Industry News
"The spirits industry, like numerous others, is being impacted by shortages of glass, pallets, containers & drivers," @lisa_lhawkins tells @FoxBusiness
Consumers should be on the lookout if they have a very specific bottle of spirits in mind. @Breck_dumas https://bit.ly/3l5pMTW
If looking for the perfect spirit pairing to complement your #Thankgiving meal, look no further than #Cognac!
3Our Chief Economist @DOzgo, joined the @todayshow to discuss current supply chain challenges facing the distilled spirits industry, and what it might mean for the holiday season.
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Insights and Podcasts
Spirited Advocate Podcast: Episode 2) Part Two: (American) Whiskey, Tariffs and COVID-19
DISCUS President and CEO Chris Swonger shares a drink with Amir Peay, owner of James E. Pepper distillery in Lexington, Kentucky. Peay sheds light on how tariffs are affecting U.S. businesses like his, while delving into the history that allowed him to revive the James E. Pepper brand.
Spirited Advocate Podcast: Episode 1) Part One: (Irish) Whiskey, Tariffs and COVID-19
In the first-ever Spirted Advocate Podcast episode, DISCUS President and CEO Chris Swonger shares a drink with William Lavelle, head of the Irish Whiskey Association. From tariffs to current concerns surrounding COVID-19, William brings an international perspective to topical issues facing the distilled spirits industry – and Irish Whiskey in particular.