Distilled Spirits Council Secures $1.03 Million USDA Grant for Global Export Push
The Distilled Spirits Council awarded $1.03 million from USDA’s Market Access Program to promote American whiskey exports through global trade shows and promotional campaigns.
U.S. Spirits Exports Hit Record High Amid Growing Trade Tensions
U.S. spirits exports hit an all-time high of $2.4 billion in 2024, but ongoing trade disputes and potential retaliatory tariffs threaten continued growth in the global market.
DISCUS Advocates for Texas Legislation to Expand Spirits RTD Sales
DISCUS voiced strong support for HB 4077, which aims to level the playing field for spirits RTDs by allowing them to be sold alongside beer and wine-based beverages with the same alcohol content.
US Alcohol Coalition Warns Trump Against New Tariffs
The group highlighted particular concerns about potential European Union retaliation, noting that American whiskey exports could face a 50% tariff from April 1 if no agreement is reached on steel and aluminum disputes.
U.S. Toasts Not Tariffs Welcomes Two New Members Amid Opposition To Tariffs
Two major industry groups have joined the Toasts Not Tariffs Coalition amid growing concerns over potential EU tariffs on American whiskey.
American Single Malt Gets Official Status: What It Means For Producers
The finalization of standards surrounding American single malt whiskey will promote and protect this burgeoning category.
Coalition Urges TTB To Standardize The American Single Malt Whiskey Category
DISCUS and ASMWC together represent over 100 American single malt whiskey producers across the country. Legislation has yet to be finalized.