Category Archives: DISCUS

DISCUS Celebrates 85 Years of Responsible Advertising Code

Posted on October 29, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

“Eighty-five years ago, leaders in the spirits industry showed a great sense of duty and dedication in developing an effective self-regulatory system that has stood the test of time,” said DISCUS

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3×3 Insights Joins DISCUS, To Supply Data to Members

Posted on October 8, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

3×3 Insights said it joined the Distilled Spirits Council of the U.S. (DISCUS) as a partner member and will supply market intelligence to DISCUS members based upon unique data

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Judge Rules Distribution Bill Violates Oklahoma Constitution

Posted on August 12, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Oklahoma County District Judge Thomas Prince ruled Oklahoma Senate Bill 608 is unconstitutional.  SB 608 required producers to sell to all licensed wholesalers. “This is a victory for the voters of Oklahoma, who overwhelmingly approved changes to the state’s alcohol … Continue reading →

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U.S. Retaliatory Tariffs Could Cost 78,600 U.S. Jobs

Posted on August 5, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Up to 78,600 jobs in the U.S. beverage alcohol and hospitality sectors could be lost if distilled spirits, wine and non-alcoholic beer are included on the final U.S. list of European Union (EU) products targeted for retaliatory tariffs, according to … Continue reading →

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Now, NC Residents Can Sample Liquor in ABC Stores

Posted on July 29, 2019 by Joel Whitaker

Gov. Roy Cooper signed into law new legislation allowing North Carolina consumers to sample distilled spirits products at tasting events held in state ABC stores. “Today’s spirits consumers are fascinated by cocktail culture and want to learn more about the … Continue reading →

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DISCUS Takes State Law Compendium Digital

Posted on July 17, 2019 by Donna Whitaker

“We’ve taken a cornerstone offering of this organization, transformed it into an interactive and user-friendly digital tool, and made it available at the click of a button,” said Chris Swonger,

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