Distilled Spirits Council of the United States

#DISCUSMember?Mo?t Hennessy USA reminds us that #Thanksgiving is the perfect time to responsibly enjoy our favorite spirits with the ones we love. Whether you're a fan of #cognac or #whiskey, there is a great spirit for everyone to enjoy during their holiday #festivities. Hennessy the leader in Cognac, is known for its exceptional craftmanship for more than 250 years. The brand’s success and longevity are rooted in the excellence of its cognacs, each of which is born of a unique and consistent blending process carried from generation to generation. This versatile grape spirit can be enjoyed on its own but also makes for a perfect cocktail base. Experience the Hennessy Sangria this holiday, its fruity notes pair nicely with the richness of many of the great dishes we enjoy during a traditional Thanksgiving meal. Another great spirit option to enjoy this season is Woodinville Whiskey Co., a premium whiskey company founded by two best friends, Orlin Sorensen and Brett Carlile. The distillery located in Washington state uses grains grown by a single farm family. After the distilling process is complete, the whiskey is aged in custom-coopered barrels until it is ready to be bottled.?Toast to Thanksgiving and enjoy the caramel and dark chocolate?flavor of Woodinville’s Straight Bourbon Whiskey in their?Port Manhattan. Celebrate the power of family with SirDavis, a modern American whisky brand founded by Beyonce, and named after her great-grandfather, a farmer and moonshiner during Prohibition. SirDavis combines the complex, rich character of rye with the soft elegance of malted barley and is finished in Pedro Ximenez sherry casks from Spain for a uniquely harmonious blend of spice and fruit in each sip.?Try their signature Honey Bee, a delicious cocktail sure to bring generations of whisky lovers (21+) together.? #CelebrateResponsibly

NEWS: DISCUS President & CEO Chris Swonger's Statement on President-Elect Trump’s Proposed Tariffs on Mexico and Canada. As President-elect Trump comes into office, we urge all of governments to work together to reach an agreement that ensures tariffs are not imposed on spirits products. Read more: https://bit.ly/4i5JavM

Join us on Dec 2nd for our newest #AskTheExpert "How Innovations in Packaging Can Drive Brand Growth" webinar?? to learn how sustainable materials, cutting-edge technologies, and creative design can not only improve functionality but also tell a compelling brand story. Thank you to Jason Barrett, from Black Button Distilling, for sharing his insights: https://lnkd.in/eajbWGsy

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Distillers nationwide are facing numerous challenges thanks to rising costs and the looming reimposition of the EU’s tariff on American Whiskeys on April 1, 2025, at 50%, double the previously imposed 25%. We are working hard to ensure the permanent removal of these tariffs. Read more from Fox. #ToastNotTariffs

We’re sounding the alarm with Chicago’s hospitality industry over the proposed 34% distilled spirits tax increase. Many business owners fear this increase could force them to close their doors or pass costs onto customers. Learn more about the serious threat to beverage alcohol from our own Ainsley Giglierano: https://cbsn.ws/3AE2TCd

Join us for Creating a Safer Community for the Beverage Alcohol & Hospitality Industries! https://lnkd.in/gdTNjYu6 86 Harassment is dedicated to promoting a safer and more respectful workplace environment in the beverage alcohol and hospitality industries. We strive to provide education and resources to businesses and individuals to help reduce incidents of sexual harassment. Our ultimate goal is to create a community where everyone feels safe and valued in their workplace. The RAINN training on Creating a Safer Community is focused on deepening participant knowledge about the relationship between individual behaviors and organizational responsibility, and equipping participants with the skills and tools to prevent and respond to sexual misconduct within the beverage alcohol and hospitality industries. During the training participants will have an opportunity to engage in interactive learning through discussion and scenarios, practicing strategies for reinforcing healthy boundaries and norms within the industry, with a focus on bystander intervention. Thank you to our Sponsors for their support! Brown-Forman Distilled Spirits Council of the United States Pernod Ricard Spirits Canada | Association of Canadian Distillers Republic National Distributing Company Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America

At our next #AskTheExpert "How to Build A Sales Process To Grow and Get New Distribution" webinar??, Sid Patel, CEO of Beverage Trade Network, will dive into how to build a sales process to acquire new distribution and more! Register: https://bit.ly/40JzXTO

Are you interested in learning how water and wastewater solutions can help reduce water consumption and improve water quality within the production process? Join #DISCUSAcademy on Nov 21st to hear more from Rick Price, of Suntory Global Spirits: https://bit.ly/4hRk9Vi

We are proud to support Women of the Vine & Spirits's #86Harrassment initiative, aimed at addressing sexual harassment and gender-based violence within the beverage alcohol and hospitality industries. There are two sessions left in 2024! Register: Nov 19: https://bit.ly/40Q00ZG Dec 17: https://bit.ly/4fOU1bD