After more than a year of being apart, and nearly 34 months since our last in-person convention, the American Craft Spirits Association is eager to safely gather in Louisville, Kentucky, Dec. 4-6 for our 8th Annual Distillers’ Convention and Vendor Trade Show. FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3RD PAC Welcome Reception* Join us for a PAC Welcome Reception at the Bourbon Exhibit Hall (inside the Frazier History Museum). Special invited guests include Senator Mitch McConnell and Senior Counsel, Rocky Adkins, from the Office of the Governor of Kentucky. *Separate registration required. Attendance is limited to 100 ACSA members. There is no cost to attend the event, however, in advance, we are seeking additional support for the PAC and sponsorship of this reception. Please contact acsapac@americancraftspirits.org if you would like to participate.   $1,000 as a Gold Sponsor $500 as a Silver Sponsor $250 as a Bronze Sponsor

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4TH Mix & Mingle: New Member/1st Time Attendee Morning Coffee Klatch Are you a new member or first-time attendee? In addition to a light breakfast and overview of what you can expect over the course of the convention, you will meet some of the ACSA leadership, including members of the ACSA board of directors and past presidents. You’ll soon realize you’ve met a new buddy, someone who will be there to answer questions, listen to the evolution of your DSP, and serve as a conduit of support for your small business. Don’t be surprised if that friendship lasts well beyond the convention.

Decorating Trees with Toy Donations Make someone’s holiday shine a little brighter this season by donating toys or purchasing ornaments for the Christmas trees inside the exhibit hall. The fully decorated Christmas trees, gifts, and menorah will be donated to a local charity, Maryhurst. View wishlist/gift ideas.

Ho-Ho-Holiday Party - Sponsored by Amoretti Attendees and exhibitors will mix and mingle on the trade show floor while dressed in festive holiday apparel. Bring your most festive apparel since we'll have an ugly sweater contest for the most creative outfit of the evening, live music, ornament decorating, and more!

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5TH Sam Calagione Book Signing Post-Keynote Presentation Sam Calagione is gifting his latest book, “The Dogfish Head Book: 26 Years of Off-Centered Adventures,” to all the attendees at the convention. The book will be in all attendees' tote bags so be sure to bring it with you for the post-presentation book signing.

Win Door Prizes We’ll have door prizes every half hour inside the exhibit hall on Sunday and Monday. For your chance to win, you must be present on the exhibit floor on Dec. 5 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. and Dec. 6 from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Good Guy Distillers The Good Guys are in the house to address inquiries from convention attendees in the exhibit hall on Sunday and Monday. Good Guy Distillers are those people who actively help everyone else be a better distiller.

Craft Spirits Live Stage Join CRAFT SPIRITS magazine editors Jeff Cioletti and Jon Page for a series of live, one-on-one interviews with industry leaders and pioneers on the Craft Spirits Live Stage on the trade show floor during exhibit hours. We'll be recording many of the sessions for upcoming episodes of The Craft Spirits Podcast. Guests will be taking audience questions, so your question could be featured on the air!

ACSA Book Market & Authors Pavilion Just in time for holiday shopping, ACSA is pleased to announce our first-ever Book Market and Authors Pavilion. The Pavilion will feature some of the top writers within the beverage alcohol space, who will be on hand to sign and personalize their books, available for purchase at the Market. It's an opportunity to expand your spirits and cocktail library, as well as the libraries of anyone on your December shopping list!

Lighting of Menorah At sundown (5:35 p.m.), join us in lighting of the menorah to commemorate the last night of Hanukkah.

Repeal Day Celebration - Sponsored by Speakeasy Co. Entertainment Sponsored by Zella May Sunday, December 5th marks the 88th anniversary of the Repeal of Prohibition. We’re going to party like it’s 1933 with classic, Speakeasy-style cocktails, bite-sized hors d'oeuvres and Prohibition-era costumes and imagery. Local rock and roll band, Zella May, with lead singer, Pat Heist, will be performing during the event. Get ready to rock!

MONDAY, DECEMBER 6TH Virtual Yoga & Meditation Start Monday morning off on the right foot with 45 minutes of yoga and meditation from the comfort of your hotel room. Class is accessible and fun for every body - even first time students. An enjoyable way for you to feel inspired, rejuvenated and reenergized. Attendees will be provided a zoom link in the convention app for the live class.

Pre-Soiree Happy Hour Get dolled up to Derby in December in true Southern style with pastels, bow ties, hats, and seersucker suits for the evening's main event! Join us for our happy hour reception featuring mint juleps and networking opportunities with our vendors.

Spirits Soiree: Dinner & Awards Banquet - Sponsored by RNDC Dinner & Awards Banquet Wine Sponsored by Huber Winery/Starlight Distillery; Packaging Awards Sponsored by Glass Packaging Institute We’ll be revealing the medalists and the Best of Show from CRAFT SPIRITS magazine's 2021 Packaging Awards. Also, we’ll invite to the stage medalists from the 2021 Judging of Craft Spirits and 2021 Heartland Whiskey Competition. You'll experience a taste of GOOD DEED SPIRITS, with all proceeds going to the STEPUP Foundation plus celebrate surprise award recipients.

Sips of Award Winning Spirits Taste some of the best craft spirits in the U.S. after the Spirits Soiree. A special thank you to those who made possible the 2021 Judging of Craft Spirits.

Download The Convention App Make use of the free ACSA 2021 convention mobile app to get the most from your convention. Plan your day with a personalized schedule, read session descriptions and presenter bios, browse vendors, browse recommended restaurants, find your way using maps of convention venues and hotel floor plans.  Download the official ACSA 2021 App for iPhone or Android by scanning the QR code below or by visiting this website: https://go.socio.events/26qzv After the app is installed, enter your email and create your profile  Returning user? You may need to switch to the 2021 convention (tap the switch event icon in the upper left hand corner, tap yes in the pop-up) Tap ACSA Annual Convention Tap JOIN

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