Distilled Spirits Council of the United States

09/03/2026

Just a few days left to register to join us this September for the Congressional Fly-In to connect directly with Members of Congress to discuss the issues impacting the distilled spirits industry.

Together, we'll highlight our industry's contributions, address key challenges and advocate for policies that support growth and innovation!

Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4ajQdii

09/02/2026

T-2 DAYS LEFT to submit your exciting innovations for the 2027 DISCUS Innovation Showcase!

Cheers to Spearhead Global for sponsoring this important initiative: https://bit.ly/4bJvZzc

09/01/2026

Let's raise a glass to our favorite time of the year - it's officially 🥃

Bourbon has been intertwined with our nation's history, from the founding of our nation to being named as a distinctive American product. Follow along as we celebrate the rich heritage and innovation behind America's native spirit!

08/30/2026

Whether in beer, wine or distilled spirits, the effects of alcohol on the body are the same.

Check our Standard Drink Calculator to understand the number of drinks per alcohol beverage container.

Standard Drink Calculator How to Use the CalculatorBeer, wine, or distilled spirits – you only need 2 pieces of information to calculate how many standard drinks are in a container: 1) Volume (typically shown as ounces or mL) 2) Alcohol by volume (typically shown as % ABV or ‘proof’) This work...

08/28/2026

New Jersey consumers have enjoyed cocktails to-go for years, and this legislation ensures they'll continue to have that option. We thank Governor Sherrill and the Legislature for making cocktails to-go permanent - providing support for the New Jersey hospitality industry, while preserving a popular option for adult consumers.

Read more: https://distilledspirits.org/news/new-jersey-becomes-33rd-state-to-make-cocktails-to-go-permanent/

08/28/2026

The great American distilled spirits industry is creative, resilient and dynamic thanks to leaders who think outside the lines!

DISCUS is proud to support innovation within our great industry. Check out some and great innovations that are pushing the envelope forward. of spirits industry progress!

08/27/2026

NEWS: Last night, the Legislature passed AB 2663, legislation to continue to allow until 2029, extending convenience for adult consumers while supporting local restaurants! We urge Governor Gavin Newsom to sign the bill asap!

Read more: https://bit.ly/3UGSuiu

08/26/2026

We can’t wait to see everyone at 🥃
📍 Washington, D.C.
📆 March 15–17, 2027

More information will be announced soon.

08/22/2026

DISCUS Statement on U.S. Imposition of a 50% Tariff on Canadian Spirits:

We appreciate the administration's recognition that American distillers have been unfairly targeted by Canadian provincial sales bans. It is unfortunate that the continued refusal to return U.S. spirits products to provincial store shelves over the past year and a half has contributed to the current outcome. We encourage policymakers on both sides of the border to pursue a negotiated solution that restores market access for U.S. spirits throughout Canada and returns spirits trade to a zero-for-zero tariff framework.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4hOv98g

08/19/2026

Innovation starts with great ideas!

If you have a concept that could strengthen, modernize, or advance our great spirits industry, apply for the 2027 DISCUS Innovation Showcase! Thank you to Spearhead Global for sponsoring this important initiative.

Apply now before the deadline on September 4th: https://bit.ly/4bJvZzc