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Can Craft Whiskey Survive The Pandemic?
Ten years ago, as craft distillers pursued their dreams, the market saw new American whiskey styles. Young and inspired distillers were smoking grains, distilling unique malts and conducting barrel finishes unheard of on this side of the pond. Consumers reaction ranged from “gross” and “meh” to “brilliant” and “wow.”...
Distillers Wrap Up Successful Public Policy Conference
– More than 150 virtual congressional visits held calling for passage of Craft Beverage bill – WASHINGTON – More than 300 distillers representing 45 states gathered virtually Sept. 15-16 for the distilled spirits industry’s annual Public Policy Conference hosted by the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS)...
The Monthly Mash: August 2020

The Monthly Mash Volume 5.8 Member-Owned, Industry-Driven ACSA 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 Industry: “I needed to hear that today. It’s been a really tough week...
American Craft Spirits Association and Distilled Spirits Council Co-Host Annual Public Policy Conference September 15-16
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Distillers from across the country will gather virtually September 15-16 for the distilled spirits industry’s annual Public Policy Conference co-hosted by the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA) and Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS). Click here to register. “As our industry slowly and safely crawls back...
The Monthly Mash: July 2020

The Monthly Mash Volume 5.7 Member-Owned, Industry-Driven ACSA 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 Industry: Sounds evoke memories. Oftentimes, you can be transported to another time, another...
Recent Publications
- Craft Spirits Producers Toast the Launch of the Craft Spirits Caucus on Capitol Hill
- American Craft Spirits Association Announces 2025 Heartland Whiskey Competition Awards
- ACSA Submits Comments to TTB on Proposed Rules for Alcohol Facts Statements and Major Food Allergen Labeling
- ACSA and Industry Partners Urge President Trump to Secure Fair, Reciprocal Trade with EU for Spirits and Wine
- EU Suspends Retaliatory Tariffs on U.S. Spirits Through February 2026