This week, we're focusing on a quick survey; the current state of on-premise after a tumultuous two years; the medalists from ACSA's 9th Annual Judging of Craft Spirits; and more!
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Urgent Quick Survey: Did You Produce Hand Sanitizer? |
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We thought talk of hand sanitizer was over. We were wrong.
The American Craft Spirits Association recently learned that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is contacting distilling manufacturers—who produced hand sanitizer solely during the early stages of the pandemic—regarding incorrect formulation. It seems FDA is pulling and testing hand sanitizers, even when emergency manufacturers have deregistered.
Please help us understand how widespread this might be by taking a quick survey—it should only take one minute to complete. Please complete the survey by no later than Aug. 11.
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Back to the Bar: Gauging the State of the On-Premise |
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As bars and restaurants recalibrate from the pandemic, openings exist for craft spirits brands to drive more business in the on-premise. But how long will such opportunities last? Our cover story from the latest issue of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine explores the current state of on-premise spirits after a tumultuous two years.
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ACSA Announces 2022 Craft Spirits Medalists |
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Last week, the American Craft Spirits Association announced the medalists and Best in Show honoree of our 9th Annual Judging of Craft Spirits. The medalists—who were hand-selected among a pool just shy of 450 entrants—were honored during an in-person awards dinner and banquet at ACSA's 9th Annual Distillers' Convention and Vendor Trade Show. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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ACSA Supports TTB's Proposed Rule to Eliminate Existing Standards of Fill |
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In a recent letter to the U.S. Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB), ACSA expressed support for TTB to eliminate the existing standards of fill for wine and distilled spirits, except to maintain in the regulations a minimum standard of 50 milliliters for both wine and distilled spirits and a maximum standard of fill of 3.785 liters for distilled spirits. In a poll of our members, nearly 80% of respondents were in favor eliminating the existing standards of fill. TTB issued a notice of proposed rulemaking concerning the standards of fill in late May, with comments due this month. |
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ACSA Opens Call for Presentations for 2023 Convention |
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The call for presentations for ACSA’s 2023 Convention in Portland, Oregon, from February 10-12 is now open! ACSA prides itself on professional education providing the greatest possible learning experience for our industry. Each individual call for presentations will be personally vetted by the ACSA Education Committee. Click here for further instructions and submit your presentation proposal by Sept. 20.
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CURRENT AND UPCOMING EVENTS |
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August
Based on member feedback, ACSA is using OSHA grant funds to create a one-day, in-person course on fire protection and prevention, customized to address the needs of craft distillers, and presented by Industrial Safety and Training Services at Watershed Distillery in Columbus, Ohio. Only a few spots remain!
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September
Join us as we meet virtually with officials from Capitol Hill and the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau before setting off for virtual Congressional meetings.
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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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STEPUP Foundation Now Accepting New Applications |
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The STEPUP Foundation is now accepting applications for 2023 interns, mentors, DSPs, and wholesalers until Sept. 1, 2022.
STEPUP stands for Spirits Training Entrepreneurship Program for Underrepresented Professionals and its purpose is to increase talent through the facilitation of workplace diversity. Specifically, 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.
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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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Join Us In The V.I.P. Lounge |
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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 happy hours. 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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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 Buzz from Bar Convent Brooklyn with Caledonia Spirits (Barr Hill) |
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The Barr Hill brand from Caledonia Spirits partnered with Bar Convent Brooklyn, pledging to offset the event's environmental footprint by planting pollinator habitats. |
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ACSA Starts Facebook Group for Voting Members |
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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 |
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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! |
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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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