DISCUS Statement on the U.S. and EU Agreement to Extend the Suspension of EU Tariffs on American Whiskey until March 31, 2025

Distilled Spirits Council President & CEO Chris Swonger Statement on the U.S. and EU Agreement to Extend the Suspension of EU Tariffs on American Whiskey until March 31, 2025 “We greatly appreciate […]

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Press Statement: The clock is ticking. Time to permanently remove tariffs on sectors unrelated to the steel and aluminum and large civil aircraft disputes!

PRESS STATEMENT The clock is ticking. Time to permanently remove tariffs on sectors unrelated to the steel and aluminum and large civil aircraft disputes! With less than a month before […]

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DISCUS Statement on the Departure of Ann Mukherjee as Vice Chairman and CEO of Pernod Ricard North America

Statement by Chris Swonger, President and CEO of the Distilled Spirits Council and Responsibility.Org, on the Departure of Ann Mukherjee as Vice Chairman and CEO of Pernod Ricard North America   “On […]

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New Poll Finds Alabamians Overwhelmingly Support Spirits-Based Canned Cocktails Being Sold Alongside Beer and Wine

New Poll Finds Alabamians Overwhelmingly Support Spirits-Based Canned Cocktails Being Sold Alongside Beer and Wine The Alabamians Ready for Convenience Coalition (ARCC) today announced a new survey conducted by McLaughlin […]

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Applications Now Open for DISCUS Academy 2024 Leadership Programs

Program open to any beverage alcohol professional looking to grow their leadership expertise The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) today announced it is now accepting applications for […]

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DISCUS Outlines Key Foreign Trade Barriers Impacting the U.S. Spirits Sector in Report to USTR

Distilled Spirits Council Outlines Key Foreign Trade Barriers Impacting the U.S. Spirits Sector in Report to USTR  –Permanent Removal of Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Spirits Remains Top Priority–  WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits […]

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Graduates of DISCUS Academy Leadership Certificate Programs Honored in Beaver Creek, CO

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) today announced the graduating classes of DISCUS Academy ’s three leadership certificate programs: the Executive Leadership Program, the Developing Leadership Program and the […]

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DISCUS Collaborating with Women of the Vine & Spirits for Annual Conference in San Diego

Distilled Spirits Council Collaborating with Women of the Vine & Spirits for Annual Conference in San Diego Registration for the premier industry event open now  WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of […]

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DISCUS Statement on American Whiskey Tariffs Following U.S.-EU Presidential Summit

At the U.S.-EU Presidential Summit held Friday, Oct. 20, in Washington, DC, an agreement was not reached between President Biden and President von der Leyen to permanently remove or extend […]

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DISCUS Craft Advisory Council Wraps Up Successful D.C. Fly-In

DISCUS Craft Advisory Council Wraps Up Successful D.C. Fly-In Following Key Legislative Meetings WASHINGTON – Members of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States’ (DISCUS) Craft Advisory Council (CAC) met […]

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