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
Measure also included increased market access for spirits consumers New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed the budget which included a five-year extension for cocktails to-go from restaurants, bars and […]
WASHINGTON —The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) and Responsibility.org today announced Abeer Naqvi as chief people officer for both organizations. In this role, Naqvi will serve on the senior leadership team and oversee all […]
DISCUS Academy Launches Sustainability Certificate Program for Professionals in the Spirits Industry WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) today announced a new DISCUS Academy curriculum, the […]
Bill would allow spirits ready-to-drink cocktails to be sold where beer and wine are sold Members of the Alabamians Ready for Convenience Coalition (ARCC) testified today before the Senate Committee […]
Distilling tourism created jobs, generated consumer spending and resulted in millions in tax revenue for Texas Researchers at Tourism Economics, a subsidiary of Oxford Economics, today released “Economic Impacts of […]
HB 4231 & SB 492 allow local option elections to authorize seven-day spirits sales Today, the South Carolina Craft Distillers Guild (SCCDG) and the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States […]
DISTILLED SPIRITS COUNCIL EARNS 2024 ENERGY STAR® PARTNER OF THE YEAR AWARD WASHINGTON — The Distilled Spirits Council (DISCUS) is proud to announce that it has received the 2024 ENERGY […]
Industry News
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The easiest way to #EnjoyResponsibly this #AlcoholResponsibilityMonth and beyond is to follow the #ABCsofABVs:
A-lcohol is alcohol
B-e mindful of alcohol content
C-onsume in moderation
Learn more: https://bit.ly/3JncE8u
It's #AlcoholAwarenessMonth.
#DYK some high-ABV beers have as much alcohol as 2 standard cocktails? #DrinkResponsibly by knowing what makes up a standard drink at http://standarddrinks.org. #ThinkStandardDrinks
#DYK: The spirits sector is one of the most heavily taxed industries. In fact, 52% of a typical spirits bottle price goes towards some kind of tax or fee.
#DYK: Distillers pay TWICE as much as brewers in federal excise tax.
Spirits producers pay more than their fair share of taxes! #DontBelieveBeer
Insights and Podcasts
Spirited Advocate) Episode 46: Ian Somerhalder and Paul Wesley
Paul Wesley & Ian Somerhalder played brothers on the CW hit 'The Vampire Diaries' for nearly a decade. Now they're leveraging the powerful bond into a masterfully crafted spirit. Listen as they talk about their chemistry, distillation process, importance of sustainability, and the many places where they draw inspiration.
Spirited Advocate) 45. Kat Hantas and Sarika Singh of 21Seeds Tequila
From a kitchen creation to a spirits shelf staple in nearly all 50 states. Kat Hantas and Sarika Singh, two of three co-founders of 21Seeds Tequila found their sweet spot in an industry with considerable barriers to entry. Find out how on this week's episode. Listen now!
Spirited Advocate Podcast) 44. Jeff Weiss of StepToe
On this week's episode of the Spirited Advocate podcast, DISCUS Chief of Public Policy Christine LoCascio takes the reins as host for an important episode on supply chain challenges with Jeff Weis, Partner and Supply Chain Team leader at StepToe. How will these challenges impact consumers this holiday season? Listen now to find out!
Spirited Advocate Podcast) 43. Travis Barnes and Nick Ladig of Hotel Tango
From a school bus in Indiana to the front lines to a distillery named Hotel Tango, our guests this week took an exciting path to get where they are today. Travis Barnes, Marine Veteran and Founder of Hotel Tango, joins the podcast alongside his childhood friend, Nick Ladig, President of Hotel Tango, as we commemorate Veteran's Day this month. Listen now!