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March 05, 2026

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) honored distinguished industry leaders at the 2026 DISCUS Annual Conference in Louisville, KY. The awards celebrated the remarkable achievements of industry luminaries who have made significant […]

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March 04, 2026

Wheyward Spirit and Proof 8 finish in top three    Far North Spirits was named the grand winner of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States’ (DISCUS)  Innovation Showcase  competition during the awards presentation at […]

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Archived Podcasts

Spirited Advocate Podcast: Episode 5) All About Scotch Whisky

What’s it like to represent one of Scotland’s most accessible and most dynamic industries? Host Chris Swonger speaks with Scotch Whisky Association CEO Karen Betts to find out. Other topics include Brexit, tariffs and the western U.S. coastline. 1.5 All About Scotch Wh...

Spirited Advocate Podcast: Episode 4) Woody Harrelson, Martha Stewart and Barack Obama Walk Into a Bar

What do Woody Harrelson, Martha Stewart and Barack Obama all have in common? They’ve had a cocktail made for them by Derek Brown, owner of the Columbia Room which has won the award of Best American Cocktail Bar. Host Chris Swonger discusses what it’s like to make drinks for t...

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