Welcome to the 232nd issue of Craft Spirits Weekly. This newsletter is dedicated to bringing ACSA members 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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Black Button Distilling Announces Rare Whiskey Auction |
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Black Button Distilling, in cooperation with Blackbird Auctions, announced the first-of-its-kind online auction of barrels of rare, aged whiskey. This digital-only whiskey exchange will be available for licensed distillers in the United States and Canada. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Montanya Distillers Recognized as ‘Best For The World’ B Corp |
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Montanya Distillers, a Certified B Corporation, has been named a Best For The World B Corp in recognition of its performance beyond commercial success. Montanya Distillers ranks in the top 5% of all B Corps in its size group worldwide for its environmentally sustainable business practices. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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In Memoriam: Cheryl Lins of Delaware Phoenix Distillery |
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ACSA was saddened to learn of the recent passing of Cheryl Lins, proprietor of Delaware Phoenix Distillery in Walton, New York. According to a 2009 article in The New York Times, Lins moved from New Mexico to New York in the early 2000s. After reading a 2006 story in The New Yorker about absinthe, Lins became passionate about the spirit. Her distillery would eventually make three absinthe products, as well as a bourbon and rye whiskey.
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Craft Spirits TV: The Austrian Imbibing Experience with KOVAL Distillery
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The latest episode of Craft Spirits TV is now on YouTube. As the world starts to think about travel again, Dr. Sonat Birnecker Hart, co-founder and president of Chicago's KOVAL Distillery, reveals some of her favorite spirits-drinking experiences in Austria. Please watch and be sure to subscribe.
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Tamworth Distilling Whiskey Honors Thoreau |
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Tamworth Distilling of Tamworth, New Hampshire, is thrilled to announce the release of The Mellow Fellow Corn Whiskey. Made in honor of American essayist, poet, and philosopher, Henry David Thoreau, the straight corn whiskey is aged two years and was named The Mellow Fellow as a nod to Thoreau’s desire to live simply and peacefully amongst his natural surroundings. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Honeycomb Credit & Barrels Direct Announce $5,000 Barrel Giveaway |
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Honeycomb Credit is seeking entries from distillers, meaders, vintners and brewers for a $5,000 barrel giveaway. One lucky winner will receive a $5,000 Barrels Direct Shopping Spree sponsored by Honeycomb Credit and a 2-year free membership to AgingIT sponsored by Barrels Direct. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Craft Spirits Podcast: Phillip Ladner of Cathead Distillery |
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In the latest episode of The Craft Spirits Podcast, Phillip Ladner of Cathead Distillery talks about how winemaking prepared him for a career in distilling, Cathead’s mission to support live music and creating spirits that evoke the South. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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SIA Scotch Whisky Launches Entrepreneurship Program |
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SIA Scotch Whisky, an award-winning spirits brand founded by a first-generation Hispanic entrepreneur, is partnering with activist, actor and producer Wilmer Valderrama to launch The Entrepreneurial Spirit Fund by SIA Scotch. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Register for Upcoming Webinars |
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7 Point-of-Service Benefits That Will Increase Your Revenue |
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In this complimentary white paper from our sponsor, Arryved, gain insight on point-of-service systems for tasting room and retail teams designed to enhance your revenue streams.
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The Independent Channel: Where Trends Take Hold |
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Trends are made in the independent liquor retail channel. Local liquor stores are where drinking communities go for experimentation and discovery. So trends that start in bars and restaurants then move through local retailers and into drinkers' homes. Craft brands with insight into this trajectory can capitalize to create better futures for their distilleries.
In this report from our sponsor, 3x3, you'll explore how four modern product trends tipped through local liquor store sales—illustrated through proprietary transaction data from 12+ million shoppers.
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Access Assets to Advocate for DtC |
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ACSA has a collection of resources for guilds and distilleries to advocate for DtC changes, including a postcard to send to legislators, model guidelines necessary for elements of a model DtC bill, talking points and FAQs about DtC. |
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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 highlighting producers of craft spirits. Send an email to carason@americancraftspirits.org if you would like to be featured.
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Two Trees Beverage Introduces Two New Seasonal Flavored Whiskeys |
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Two Trees Beverage Co. Inc. of Fletcher, North Carolina, introduces Two Trees Pumpkin Spice and Peppermint wood-crafted flavored whiskeys. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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Nine Banded Whiskey Unveils Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon |
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Austin, Texas-based Nine Banded Whiskey unveils its Cask Strength Wheated Bourbon, a new expression of the brand’s popular Wheated Bourbon boasting rich, complex flavors. (CraftSpiritsMag.com)
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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 July 2021 issue of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine! In our cover story, we profile craft liqueur producers who are tuning in to the evolving tastes of consumers. This issue also includes stories on honey spirits, light whiskey and much more!
This issue also includes:
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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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