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From the editors of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine, Craft Spirits Weekly is produced by the American Craft Spirits Association for its members. Not a member? Click here to join.
This week, we're focusing on Fast Penny's support of the STEPUP Foundation; Uncle Nearest's inclusion on the Inc. 5000 list; KO Distilling's market expansion; the Black Owned Wine and Spirits festival; and more!
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Fast Penny Spirits to Donate 3% of Amaricano Sales to STEPUP | |
The next beneficiary of Fast Penny Spirits’s Pretty Penny give-back program will be the STEPUP Foundation. At the end of 2022 Q3, the Seattle-based amaro brand will donate 3% of Amaricano and Amaricano Bianca bottle sales to the organization. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine) | |
Enter the Third Annual Craft Spirits Packaging Awards | |
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The American Craft Spirits Association and CRAFT SPIRITS magazine are thrilled to announce that registration is now open for the third annual Craft Spirits Packaging Awards. Sponsored by the Glass Packaging Institute, the competition celebrates excellence and creativity in the design of craft spirits labels and packaging.
Medalists will be announced at ACSA’s 10th Annual Distillers’ Convention and Vendor Trade Show in February and will be featured in the March/April 2023 issue of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine. Entries will be judged by an independent panel of industry experts. The deadline for entry is Oct. 14.
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Uncle Nearest Whiskey Included on Inc. 5000 List | |
Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey has been ranked among the top 1,000 companies honored on the 2022 Inc. 5000 list. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine) | |
KO Distilling Expanding Into Massachusetts and Connecticut | |
KO Distilling in Manassas, Virginia, is aligning with the Independent Distributor Network (IDN) on a strategic expansion. As a result of new relationships recently forged with IDN members, KO’s award-winning spirits are now available in Massachusetts (Ruby Wines) and Connecticut (Slocum & Sons). (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine) | |
Black Owned Wine & Spirits Festival Returns to D.C. September 10 | |
The Black Owned Wine and Spirits festival, a fully immersive wine and spirits event dedicated to the elevation and awareness of Black-owned brands, will make its return to Washington, D.C. on September 10. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine) | |
Join Us In The V.I.P. Lounge and Virtually Meet Lisa Wicker | |
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Our V.I.P. Lounge members receive each issue of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine one week early, and our $40- and $60-per-year supporters are invited to join craft spirits icons for virtual meet-and-greets. We're pleased to announce the guest for our next virtual gathering will be Lisa Wicker, master distiller and president of Widow Jane, on Wednesday, August 31 at 2 p.m. ET.
To unlock additional bonuses, like a set of CRAFT SPIRITS-branded Glencairn glasses, join us in the V.I.P. Lounge today.
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Applications Deadline for STEPUP Interns, Mentors, DSPs and Wholesalers Extended Until Oct. 1 | |
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The STEPUP Foundation is now accepting applications for 2023 interns, mentors, DSPs and wholesalers until Oct. 1, 2022.
STEPUP stands for Spirits Training Entrepreneurship Program for Underrepresented Professionals and its mission is to provide underserved and underrepresented individuals with hands-on training and education, encouragement, and opportunities to enter the spirits community through a comprehensive internship program like no other in the alcohol beverage industry.
STEPUP, working with distilleries and wholesalers throughout the United States, provides a comprehensive, hands-on training program with a living stipend and provides job exposure for those of different races, color, national origins, genders and sexual orientations.
If you or someone you know might be a good fit as an intern, mentor or host DSP or wholesale distributor, please apply here!
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Survey: Your Thoughts on TTB's Proposal to Add American Single Malt Whiskey to Standards of Identity | |
TTB has invited comments from the public on this proposed rule. To help us respond to TTB, please take this survey by Sept. 6.
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UPCOMING EVENTS AND DEADLINES | |
February 2023
10-12: 10th Annual Distillers' Convention and Vendor Trade Show
Save the date for our 10th annual convention in Portland, Oregon!
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THE CRAFT SPIRITS PODCAST | |
Randy Prasse of the Kentucky Bourbon Festival | |
Our latest guest on The Craft Spirits Podcast is Randy Prasse, the president and COO of the Kentucky Bourbon Festival, which is scheduled for September 16-18 in Bardstown, Kentucky. Prasse has more than 30 years of experience in festival production, destination marketing, and economic development. He recently joined editor in chief Jeff Cioletti to discuss all things bourbon and the evolution of the festival.
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Read the Latest Issue of CRAFT SPIRITS Magazine
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The July/August issue of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine is here, and our cover story explores the current state of on-premise two years after the pandemic began. This issue also features stories about barrel recipes, NFTs tied to spirits and more.
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Send News to CRAFT SPIRITS Magazine
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Do you have exciting stories to share about your distillery? Keep us posted on new products, events, trends, tips and more by sending us a note at news@americancraftspirits.org.
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ACSA Urges FDA to Cease and Desist Audits of Craft Distillers Who Made Hand Sanitizer | |
In a recent letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the American Craft Spirits Association urged the federal government to cease and desist all audits of craft distillers who produced hand sanitizer solely during the early stages of the pandemic due to a nationwide shortage. According to an ACSA survey and conversations with distillers, more than a dozen distilleries across the nation have received letters from the FDA regarding formulation.
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ACSA Starts Facebook Group for Voting Members | |
In an effort to use the platforms that you most often use, ACSA started a private Facebook group for voting members only (open to all employees of member DSPs). The group will be an environment to not only ask questions without judgement, but to provide input and feedback to colleagues based upon members’ experiences and best practices. If you would like to be added to the group, please send an email to carason@americancraftspirits.org.
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The ACSA PAC Needs Your Support | |
ACSA’s public policy advocacy on behalf of its members is critical to making sure our community’s voice is heard on Capitol Hill and in state legislatures. A crucial piece of this strategy is a strong Political Action Committee (PAC) and to maintain this presence, we need your support, particularly during a mid-term election year.
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ACSA would like to thank all of our annual sponsors and our key supporters of education. We are grateful for all of your support throughout the year. Cheers! | |
The American Craft Spirits Association is the only national registered nonprofit trade association representing the U.S. craft spirits industry. Its mission is to elevate and advocate for the community of craft spirits producers, and membership in ACSA is open to anyone.
ACSA is governed by a Board of Directors elected by the eligible voting members of the Association. Voting members must be independent licensed distillers (DSPs) annually removing fewer than 750,000 proof gallons from bond (the amount on which a Federal Excise Tax is paid.)
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