DISCUS is the leading advocate and promoter of the spirits industry, bringing together producers large and small and service partners to share ideas, drive innovation, and succeed in the modern distilled spirits marketplace.
All DISCUS members enjoy access to, and influence on, best-in-class advocacy in Washington, DC, U.S. state capitols, and in key markets around the world.
Membership with the leading trade association in the producer tier gives provides company leaders with insights, intelligence, and analysis from professional staff, exclusive industry reports, and a network of local and global contacts, helping you make strategic decisions to grow your business in the United States and around the world.
Member company employees have access to resources specific to the spirits industry, including education opportunities via DISCUS Academy and employee resources like 86 Harassment.
For more information on membership opportunities, email [email protected] or call 202-718-4010.
Director Members
The DISCUS Board is made up of leading producers, brand owners, and marketers of distilled spirits with more than $100M in US Stripped Sales in the prior year. Members include US and global distillers, importers, and producers.
Craft Members
The DISCUS Craft Membership is made up of producer, brand owners, and marketers of distilled spirits with up to $100M in US Stripped Sales in the prior year. Members include US based distillers, importers, and small and medium-size producers from around the world.
Partner Members
The Partner Member program is designed for organizations that provide products or services to the producer tier. Companies or associations that produce spirits or occupy the wholesale or retail tier are not eligible for DISCUS membership.