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June 17, 2026

Distilled Spirits Council Sends Letter to USTR Urging Expanded Market Access for U.S. Spirits in India Ahead of Trade Talks WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) […]

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June 16, 2026

Distilled Spirits Council Leads Successful U.S. Distillery Trade Mission to East Asia Tokyo and Taipei Events Showcase American Spirits WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) […]

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Archived Podcasts

Spirited Advocate Podcast: Episode 10) Breakthru Beverage with Danny Wirtz

Vice Chairman of Breakthru Beverage Group Danny Wirtz joins the Spirited Advocate Podcast to bring a wholesaler's perspective. He discusses how the spirits industry must maintain responsibility as the market evolves, his family-owned and operated business and his new role as the ...

Spirited Advocate Podcast: Episode 9) A Toast to Diageo’s Deirdre Mahlan

In one of her last interviews as president of Diageo North America, Deirdre Mahlan reflects on how the spirits industry has changed over the years and looks forward to all the great things to come. From trends in the marketplace to Deirdre's accomplishments and their favorite dri...

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