News Releases
March 3, 2026
2025 DISCUS American Spirits Exports Report: U.S. Spirits Exports Decline 3.8% in 2025 Amid Ongoing Trade Friction Removal from Canadian Shelves, Drop in American Whiskey Exports to EU Contributing Factors […]
March 3, 2026
Bills would boost Iowa jobs, expand consumer choice and modernize spirits marketplace The American Distilling Institute (ADI) and the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS), two of the […]
The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) honored distinguished industry leaders at the 2026 DISCUS Annual Conference in Louisville, KY. The awards celebrated the remarkable achievements of industry luminaries who have made significant […]
March 3, 2026
Wheyward Spirit and Proof 8 finish in top three Far North Spirits was named the grand winner of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States’ (DISCUS) Innovation Showcase competition during the awards presentation at […]
Statement by Distilled Spirits Council President and CEO Chris Swonger on Supreme Court Ruling Invalidating Use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) for Tariffs “As the administration navigates […]
February 2, 2026
DISCUS Awarded $1.08 Million From USDA to Launch 2026 Market Access Program Plan and Expand Export Opportunities for U.S. Distillers Export Promotions in 2026 Aim to Expand Opportunities for U.S. […]
February 2, 2026
Consumer- and business-friendly measure heard before the House Ways & Means Committee The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) testified before the Maryland House Ways and Means Committee […]
