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Press Releases

June 10, 2026

Robinson Brown IV and Joe Fortune Elected Chair and Vice Chair of the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States WASHINGTON – The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States […]

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May 26, 2026

Governor Moore signs legislation permanently allowing cocktails to-go in the county following their expiration in June 2023  Today, Governor Wes Moore (D‑Md.) signed HB 121 and SB 72, legislation that […]

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Archived Podcasts

Spirited Advocate) Episode 54: A Mixologist with a Twist

On this episode of The Spirited Advocate Podcast, our host Chris Swonger is joined by the ultra-talented mixologist and winner of Netflix’s “Drink Masters,” Lauren Paylor O’Brien! Having worked many roles in the food and beverage industry from Beverage Director, R&D P...

Spirited Advocate) Episode 53: Honoring a Veteran Distiller

On this episode of The Spirited Advocate Podcast, our host Chris Swonger is joined by Scott Neil, retired Special Forces veteran and the Co-Founder and COO of Horse Soldier Bourbon! Having significant executive, operational and combat experience, Scott knows a thing or two about ...

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