Welcome to the 208th issue of Craft Spirits Weekly. This newsletter is dedicated to bringing you the news most important to the craft spirits distiller. Check your inbox every Thursday to find a curated selection of articles and news pieces from CRAFT SPIRITS magazine and the American Craft Spirits Association.
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Spirit Works Names Krystal Goulart Head Distiller, Garners New Accolades |
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The team at Northern California’s acclaimed Spirit Works Distillery is starting the year on a high note with the promotion of Krystal Goulart to the helm of its diverse distilling program and the announcement of the distillery's third national Good Food Award.(CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Letter from 72 Trade Groups Urges Biden, EU to Suspend Tariffs |
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Seventy-two U.S. and European associations representing a wide range of industries—including ACSA—this week sent a letter to President Joseph R. Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen urging the immediate suspension of tariffs on sectors unrelated to the ongoing Trans-Atlantic trade disputes. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Focus on Health Launches Black History Month Initiative |
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Focus on Health, an organization that aims to provide bar and hospitality professionals with the tools and resources to better their lives through health & wellness opportunities and education, has announced “Fill in the Gaps,” a dedicated initiative for Black History Month spotlighting the history, hardships and accomplishments of the African American community. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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The Craft Spirits Podcast: Mark Shilling |
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In the latest episode of The Craft Spirits Podcast, Mark Shilling joined CRAFT SPIRITS magazine editor in chief Jeff Cioletti to discuss the long journey to permanent federal excise tax (FET) relief for craft spirits producers. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Have you registered for ACSA's Judging of Craft Spirits? |
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ACSA's 8th Annual Judging of Craft Spirits is now open for entries. ACSA takes great pride in conducting a rigorously professional judging program that recognizes the best craft spirits in the categories of Vodka/Grain, Gin, Brandy, Rum, Ready-to-Drink, Whiskey, and Specialty Spirits.
Register now to take advantage of general registration fees until Feb. 28. The late riser fee will be from March 1 until registration closes on March 12.
All spirits must be received by March 17. The competition is open to all producers of craft spirits in the United States. Due to COVID-19 we will not be accepting international entries in this year's competition.
FEES FOR ACSA MEMBERS
General Fee: $250 per entry
Late Riser: $275 per entry
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MGP Ingredients, Inc., a major supplier of premium distilled spirits and specialty wheat proteins and starches, this week announced a definitive agreement to acquire Luxco, Inc., and its affiliated companies. (CraftSpiritsMag.com) |
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Shots Box Unveils Valentine's Day 'Dessert Box' |
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Shots Box, which delivers a curated array of shot-sized craft, artisanal, and small batch spirits distilled by tastemakers nationally to doorsteps across America, introduces Valentine's Day Dessert Shots Box with 10 Valentine’s Day-inspired boozy flavors from mint, to cinnamon hearts, and of course, chocolate. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Berkshire Mountain Distillers to Release Whiskeys from Brewery Collabs |
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In February Berkshire Mountain Distillers (BMD), will release a trio of whiskeys in partnership with three brewers in the Northeast as part of the Craft Brewers Whiskey Project (CBWP). The five-year collaboration includes the distilling of a dozen different popular beers from a limited group of the country’s top craft brewers across five states. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Grain & Barrel Spirits Partners with Virgil Kaine Lowcountry Whiskey |
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Grain & Barrel Spirits has announced a partnership with Virgil Kaine Lowcountry Whiskey, another Charleston-based craft spirits company. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Join Us for Craft Spirits Live on Instagram |
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Join ACSA for Craft Spirits Live, our Instagram Live show. In each episode, a leading craft spirits producer invites us into their distillery for 30 minutes of engaging conversation and a virtual tour—as well as an opportunity to answer all of your burning questions.
UPCOMING GUESTS
February 3rd: Lorna Conrad, Corsair Distillery
February 10th: Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart, KOVAL Distillery
February 17th: Mark Beres, Flying Leap Distillery
February 24th: Jeff Pennington and Carter Collins, Pennington Distilling Co.
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Got a question? ACSA's got the answer. |
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In these challenging times, seek advice and lend your knowledge in ACSA's online forums. Our main forum topics include crisis management, services, TTB, safety, technical, equipment & materials, legislation, business and marketplace. |
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Read the Latest Issue of CRAFT SPIRITS Magazine
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The American Craft Spirits Association proudly presents the January issue of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine.
This issue includes:
- All of the medalists from the inaugural Craft Spirits Packaging Awards
- A feature story on distilleries reviving pre-Prohibition distilleries and brands
- A look at the benefits of using specialty malts
- Alluring cocktail recipes from ACSA members
- And much 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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The American Craft Spirits Association is the only national registered non-profit 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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