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Join ACSA as a Voting Member, as a General Industry Member, or support us through a sponsorship. Anyone can join ACSA, but only licensed DSPs who comply with membership requirements can be a Voting Member.
DSP & INDUSTRY MEMBERSHIPS
Memberships for a "Voting" DSP are limited to craft spirits producers.
Non-producer DSPs qualify as affiliate members. Voting members must:
1. Own a valid DSP
2. Produce fewer than 750,001 proof gallons removed from bond (combined annual production from all sources)
3. Subscribe to ACSA’s Code of Ethics
4. No more than 50% of the DSP is owned (directly or indirectly) by a producer of distilled spirits whose combined annual production of distilled spirits from all sources exceeds 750,000 proof gallons removed from bond.
0-1,000
1,001-10,000
100,001+
SPONSORSHIPS
Sponsors provide the financial backbone for ACSA. Without the support of our notable suppliers and friends of the industry, ACSA would be unable to offer its vast array of programs and services.
Won’t you consider joining ACSA as a sponsor?
Recognizing one size does not fit all, we’ve created two distinct levels of ACSA sponsorship. Both Cask Strength and Single Barrel Sponsors will benefit from ACSA’s commitment to build brand visibility, recognize your generosity, and keep open lines of communication.
We share your concerns about the privacy of your personal information. By registering for ACSA membership, you agree to allow ACSA to provide your email address to and to receive marketing materials, communications and other materials from ACSA and/or any third parties with whom ACSA has an established relationship. This includes but is not limited to vendors, sponsors, exhibitors and others that ACSA feels might interest you in the business of your DSP. If you are not interested in receiving any of the above referenced information, please notify us that you prefer to opt out of such communication by emailing us at membership@
We share your concerns about the privacy of your personal information. By registering for ACSA membership, you agree to allow ACSA to provide your email address to and to receive marketing materials, communications and other materials from ACSA and/or any third parties with whom ACSA has an established relationship. This includes but is not limited to vendors, sponsors, exhibitors and others that ACSA feels might interest you in the business of your DSP. If you are not interested in receiving any of the above referenced information, please notify us that you prefer to opt out of such communication by emailing us at membership@
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
- Voting Members: As a Voting Member, you have the distinct privilege of electing ACSA’s Board of Directors. Your voice is heard. Your ideas matter.
- Distillers Convention and Vendor Trade Show: Receive exclusive member registration discount. The annual convention provides distillers and their key partners the opportunity to network and focus on DSP-centric issues. Education is a cornerstone of this event.
- Spirits Judging: Receive discounted entry fees and judges’ detailed tasting notes.
- Legislative: ACSA is the voice of the craft spirits industry and advocates for craft spirits on the federal, state, and local levels. ACSA’s goal is to improve the business environment for craft spirits producers everywhere.
- Trade Shows & Industry Event: ACSA actively promotes craft representation at national and major regional events and provides discounts and valuable platforms for brand promotion.
- Distilling Guilds: ACSA actively promotes the formation of distilling guilds and supports their initiatives.
- Regional Programs: ACSA conducts focused educational classes with industry experts throughout the year, and before the annual convention. Members may attend at a discounted rate.
- Education: Complimentary highly relevant industry education in the form of webinars.
- Media Relations: ACSA releases timely, reliable press of pertinent news that is communicated to the media at large as well as posted on the website. ACSA defends and promotes craft spirits with industry defined positions and takes a proactive and central role in the ongoing conversation around craft spirits.
- “Members Only” Industry Reports: ACSA periodically collects and disseminates reliable information on industry growth, category production volumes, and other important data regarding craft spirits.
- The Monthly Mash: A member-focused monthly newsletter, highlighting association events, industry updates, and regulatory compliance news.
- CRAFT SPIRITS magazine: An unparalleled resource for in-depth insight and intelligence for the entire craft spirits universe. The bi-monthly digital magazine from ACSA features the information and analysis that small, independent spirits producers and allied businesses need to operate in today’s complex craft beverage market.
MEMBER DISCOUNTS
- Moonshine University — Members receive 10% off all Moonshine University courses simply because of ACSA membership. Click here for a full list of programs.
- Glencairn — We offer discounted pricing to all U.S. Distillers and the drink trade
- Tapi — For new projects (new customer or new item for existing customer) 5% discount on first order
Membership Committee
Co-chairs
Jeff Kanof
Copperworks Distilling Company
Becky Harris
Catoctin Creek Distilling Co.
Committee Members
Aaron Bergh, Calwise Spirits
April Weller-Cantrell, Leiper's Fork Distillery
Bill Potter, New York Distilling Co.
Devin Walden, Tropical Distillers
Greg Stark, Stark Spirits Distillery
Renee Bemis, Driftless Glen Distillery
Rob Masters, The Family Jones
Anna Klainbaum, Marketing & Membership Director
Jon Page, Senior Editor
Albab Melaku, Administrative Assistant
