Vol. 361

From the editors of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine, Craft Spirits Weekly is produced by the American Craft Spirits Association for its members. Not a member? Join our community of craft spirits producers.

This week we're focusing on:

A new role for Lisa Wicker
Westland Distillery earning B Corp status
And much more!

CONVENTION

Join Us This Month in Denver!

ACSA’s 11th Annual Distillers’ Convention and Vendor Trade Show is a little more than one week away! Online registration is now closed, but on-site registration will be available.

Visit our website to see a complete schedule of events.

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NEED TO KNOW

Staghorn Names Lisa Wicker Master Distiller of New Garrard County Distilling Co.

Atlanta-based Staghorn has named award-winning craft whiskey maker Lisa Wicker as the first master distiller of its recently opened Garrard County Distilling Co. in Lancaster, Kentucky. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine)

Westland Distillery Achieves Certified B Corp Status

Seattle-based Westland Distillery announces another proud achievement: earning B Corp Certification. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine)

Iron Fish Releases 5-year-old Mad Angler Bourbon

Thompsonville, Michigan-based Iron Fish Distillery is celebrating the release of its oldest bourbon to date: Mad Angler Bourbon Batch #4. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine)

New Riff Distilling Names Chief Sales Officer

Newport, Kentucky-based New Riff Distilling has announced the appointment of Rawnica Dillingham as chief sales officer. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine)

Maverick Distilling Releases Double Barrel Bourbon Rodeo Edition

Maverick Distilling is releasing a limited-edition Samuel Maverick Double Barrel Bourbon Rodeo Edition, a Certified Texas Whiskey in celebration of the San Antonio Rodeo. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine)

Denver Event to Benefit Masters Family

A fundraising party in Denver on Feb. 25 will benefit the family of Rob Masters.

Rob, partner/head distiller for Denver-based The Family Jones, and his wife, Heather, are both battling cancer. While both of them are doing as well as can be hoped, they are undergoing chemotherapy and continue to face significant expenses stemming from their treatment and loss of work. (CRAFT SPIRITS magazine)

CRAFT SPIRITS CLASSROOM

Upcoming Webinar: The Intricacies of Exporting Spirits

When: Thursday, Feb. 22 from 3-4 p.m. Eastern

Cost: Complimentary to ACSA members, $59 for non-members

What: There is a growing demand internationally for craft spirits. The American distilled spirits industry is recognized around the world for the quality of its products. According to the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S, export sales in 2022 totaled $2.06 billion, up 30% over 2021. American whiskey exports performed even better, up 32%. The top markets for U.S. spirits are the European Union, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia and Japan. The export business is not just for the big producers. But it is complicated. Learn some of the challenges to exporting and how Food Export Midwest/Northeast can assist you through the journey.

Who: Ron Tanner is president of Tanner Food Group, a specialty food consultancy focused on international trade, industry preparedness and regulatory activities.

CRAFT SPIRITS TV

Judging for ACSA’s Spirits Competition at Ironton Distillery & Crafthouse in Denver

In the latest episode of Craft Spirits TV, we head to Ironton Distillery & Crafthouse in Denver, Colorado, for the judging of this year’s ACSA Craft Spirits Competition, recognizing the best in whiskey, vodka, brandy, rum, ready-to-drink cocktails, gin and specialty spirits. All medalists will be announced at ACSA’s 11th Annual Distillers’ Convention & Vendor Trade Show at the end of the month in Denver.

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IN THE KNOW

Park City, Utah-based High West Whiskey is releasing its first Bottled in Bond whiskey.

Colorado Springs, Colorado-based 291 Colorado Whiskey received an honor at Icons of Whisky America Awards 2024.

Gethsemane, Kentucky-based Log Still Distillery announced its 2024 concert season.

Milwaukee-based Top Note has announced a partnership with Gordon Food Service.

CRAFT SPIRITS MAGAZINE

Read the New Issue of CRAFT SPIRITS Magazine

The January/February issue of CRAFT SPIRITS magazine is here! This issue includes:

A cover story exploring low- and no-alcohol spirits and cocktails
A look at how new wood varieties and processes are opening up new possibilities for craft distillers
An article about adventures (and misadventures) with alternative grains
And much more!

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