At Sagamore Spirit, we are driven to craft the world’s best rye whiskey, while strengthening our collective communities. This includes building partnerships with the Maryland agricultural community and working with local farmers to grow and harvest grain. These relationships further our goal of using Maryland-grown rye in our products and...
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MEMBERSHIP – to help define benefits, grow both voting and affiliate members, and provide true value for member dollars. JUDGING – to help further refine judging protocols and submission guidelines to enhance ACSA’s Craft Spirits Judging, identify industry experts to augment our roster of qualified judges and stewards, and...
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ACSA’s Legislative Fly-In, held annually in Washington, D.C., is our chance to meet with senior leadership from TTB and let our voices be heard before members of Congress. This event is complimentary to all members who want to help educate Congress on issues facing our small business manufacturing sector....
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Kelly Woodcock, Amber Pollock, and Jeff Kanof Elected President, Vice President, & Secretary/Treasurer, Board of Directors, Along with New Board Appointments WASHINGTON, DC (April 17, 2024) – The American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) today announces the election of Kelly Woodcock of Westward Whiskey (OR) as the President of the...
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Volume 9.3 ACSA’s Mission: To elevate and advocate for the community of craft spirits producers. Join us. From the Desk of Margie A.S. Lehrman, Chief Executive Officer Dear Friends in our Craft Spirits Community: One should feel perpetual happiness in Washington, D.C., this month amongst the cherry blossoms. Walking...
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March 28, 2024 Amy R. Greenberg, DirectorRegulations and Rulings DivisionAlcohol Tobacco and Trade Bureau (TTB)1310 G St NW Ste 400 Washington, DC 20005 Re: Comments for TTB Notice No. 232: Docket No.TTB-2024-0002, Labeling and Advertising of Wine, Distilled Spirits, and Malt Beverages with Alcohol Content, Nutritional Information, Major Food Allergens,...
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MEMBER BENEFITS Running a craft spirits business is complex. Let Paychex help. The American Craft Spirits Association has a national partnership with Paychex to help simplify the challenges of HR, payroll, and benefits administration at a discount to our members, so you can stay focused on your small business...
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Elections Close April 8, 2024 The election for new members of the ACSA Board of Directors is now open with a deadline of April 8, 2024. Which leaders will best progress modernization for our industry? Which leaders can most influence legislative and regulatory reform? Which leaders will represent your...
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When?: Thursday, March 21 from 3-4 PM Eastern How much?: Complimentary to ACSA members, $59 for non-members What?: As consumers continue to develop a taste for bitterness, we take a deep dive into the hottest segment within the liqueurs category. Our panel of amaro producers will explore ingredient trends,...
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Volume 9.2 ACSA’s Mission: To elevate and advocate for the community of craft spirits producers. From the Desk of Margie A.S. Lehrman, Chief Executive Officer Dear Friends in our Craft Spirits Community: During the ACSA convention with 1,300 friends, I was startled with this epiphany: Drink CRAFT: Experience Life! And that we...
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