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END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2026 Miami DTSTAMP:20260310T221929Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:86-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260818 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260820 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2026 International Spirits Competition DTSTAMP:20260106T225428Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:85-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n American Distilling Institute's International Spirits Competition is a proven way to elevate your brand story\, build credibil ity\, grow sales\, and gain meaningful industry recognition. \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Now in its 20th year\, the ADI Competition celebrates excel lence from around the world. Each submission is pre-tasted by our expert s tewards ensuring every entry is in its proper flight and position before b eing tasted blind and evaluated by a panel of expert judges. This gives y our spirits the best opportunity to earn global recognition\, valuable fee dback\, and award credentials that help drive visibility and sales.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Why Enter?\n\n \n \n Select Winners receive medi a coverage from our partners at Forbes\, Imbibe\, and The Whiskey Wash\, as well as multiple local outlets.\n \n \n Top winners get direct meetings with our retail\, distribution\, import\, and e-commerce partne rs.\n \n \n Increase your brand’s reputation and exposure with consumers.\n \n \n Receive expert feedback from our international judging panel.\n \n \n Earn prestigious medals\, and certificatio ns\, recognized across the industry.\n \n \n Consideration for our  Excellence in Packaging and Perfect Pour cocktail awards at no additi onal cost\, bottles or paperwork.\n \n \n \n\n \n Be sure to enter ADI 's 2026 International Spirits Competition\, one of the industry’s most r espected platforms for spirits\, RTDs\, No &\; Lows\, and fortified wi nes.\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Key Details for 2026\n\n\n\n \n \n Early Bir d Registration Ends: February 6\, 2026d\n \n \n Entry Deadline: Ma rch 6\, 2026\n \n \n Product Shipment Deadline: March 13\, 2026\n \n \n Awards Announced: May 13\, 2026\n \n \n Join hundreds of producer s and brands who gain recognition each year through ADI’s Competition.\n \n \n\n Enter Now: ADI's 2026 International Spirits Competition Registrat ion\n\n Or visit ADI Competition webpage for full details\, categories\, and benefits.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250825 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blending\, Maturation and Warehousing with Nancy Fraley DTSTAMP:20251008T195307Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:84-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n https://web.distilling.com/atlas/events/blending-maturati on-warehousing-2025-130/details\n\n\n\n Arrivals (Sunday 12/7) – Meet &a mp\; Greet at the hotel – 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Day 1 (Monday 12/8)\n\n\n\n Our first day together will be spent in a classroom setting\, as we examine t he traditional philosophies and methods of blending whiskey\, rum\, and br andy\, as well as “crossover” techniques in blending\, such as borrowi ng from one tradition to the other to create something new.\n\n\n\n Other topics will include how the barrel room or warehouse can be used as a tool to achieve certain aromatic profiles\, wood policy and cask management\, the effects of entry proof\, water reduction or “proofing” theories\, the use of traditional blending tools such as boisé\, laboratory equipmen t\, etc\n\n\n\n We will also discuss the practical applications of blendin g\, selecting and balancing the proper components for the blend to achieve a targeted spirit profile\, and the impact on flavor of spirit and wood. Finally\, we will look at fractional methods of blending.\n\n\n\n Day 2 ( Tuesday 12/09) will be a “sensory” day devoted to putting the previou s day’s theories to the test with nosing and tasting analysis of barrel samples\, finished products\, etc. We will learn what to look for when cre ating a blend when analyzing barrel samples. There will be a brief lecture on cellar management\, the function and anatomy of the barrel\, and the p hysiology of oak.\n\n\n\n Day 3 (Wednesday 12/10) will be a “hands-on ” day where the class will be broken into groups and will be asked to re plicate product “standards” which the instructor has created\, that wi ll be judged by other class participants. We will also discuss safety as i t relates to the blending process. Finally\, distillers Jonathon and Rober t Likarish from Iron Root Republic will lead us on a tour of the barrel ro om and a tasting through their barrels. \n\n\n\n Dallas airports are abou t one and a half hour away without traffic. We will finish Wednesday after noon with experiential learning ending around 4:30pm (you can leave early if necessary)\, or you can leave on Thursday morning.\n\n\n\n $2\,900 Fee includes:\n\n\n\n Early Bird $2\,750 – ends October 15\, 2025\n\n\n\n \n 3 days of instruction\n \n \n Breakfast on Monday\, Tuesday\, Wednesday and Thursday morning\n \n \n Lunch on Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday\n \ n \n Welcome reception Sunday night\n \n \n Farewell dinner Tuesday nigh t\n \n \n Hotel Sunday\, Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday nights\n \n \n T ransportation between the hotel and Iroonroot Republic Distilling\n \n \n Video of the lecture (recorded from previous sessions)\n \n\n\n\n  Cance llation policy: 50% refunds for cancellations before November 1 (midnight PST). No cancellations after Nov 1.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n For more informati on or questions\, contact:\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Anne-Sophie Whitehead –  annesophie@distilling.com\n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART:20251208T170000Z DTEND:20251210T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2025 Chicago Indie Spirits Expo DTSTAMP:20250723T172843Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:83-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n CHICAGO HILTON\n \n VIP/PRESS/TRADE ADMISSION 4:30 - 9:00 pm\n \n GENERAL ADMISSION 6:30 - 9:00 pm\n \n $600 PER TABLE | $500 IF REG ISTERED BY 8/15\n \n REGISTER HERE\n \n GROUP HOTEL ROOM RATE TBD\n \n DET AILS AND REGISTRATION\n \n Chicago Indie Spirits\, our biggest and best ev ent.\n \n The largest gathering of small\, independent\, family owned\, ha ndcrafted spirits and the distillers\, importers\, bottlers\, distributors and representative under one roof!\n \n Sample some of the best of the bo utique vodkas\, gins\, rums\, tequilas\, mezcals\, whiskies and liqueurs f rom all around the world.  Please join us.\n \n WHY EXHIBIT?\n \n Local T rade/Press Guests\n \n Local Consumers\n \n National Distributors\n \n BOO TH INCLUDES:\n \n •       Approx. 4' table with linen\n \n •       cups\n \n •       pourers\n \n •       2 Table S taff\n \n •       2 VIP Guests\n \n •       2 Trade Guests\n \ n PRODUCT COMPLIANCE\n \n All products must be registered in IL with a lic ensed distributor. If you don't have distribution\, reach out and we can help arrange temporary distribution.\n \n *For Previous Exhibitors using t he promo code: Click the \"REGISTER\" button below. Once on the Eventbrite page\, click the \"Tickets\" button\, then you will see \"Enter Promo Cod e\" on the top left of the next page.\n \n Times subject to change\n \n An y questions: Dave - Indiespirits@gmail.com\n \n REGISTER HERE -\n \n http s://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-chicago-indie-spirits-expo-supplier-registra tion-tickets-1210075581639?aff=erelexpmlt\n \n  \n\n DTSTART:20251007T233000Z DTEND:20251008T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2025 San Antonio Craft Spirits Conference & Vendor Expo DTSTAMP:20250604T152609Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:82-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Click here for more info\n\n\n\n The 2025 Conference will be held on August 25\, and August 26\, 2025 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Conv ention Center. We have crafted an event that keeps you steps away from the famous San Antonio River Walk\, with its local restaurants and attractio ns. If you know San Antonio\, you know you want to come back. If you have never experienced this awesome city\, this is your opportunity.\n\n\n\n Sa n Antonio is only one of two cities in America named UNESCO City of Gastro nomy and is also a UNESCO World Heritage City.\n\n\n\n Much of the city’ s unforgettable landscape has grown along the banks of the River Walk wher e stone paths run aside the San Antonio River connecting hotels\, restaura nts\, shops and the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in the downtown co re. The 15-mile River Walk also links Spanish Colonial Missions (a World H eritage Site\, along with the Alamo)\, museums\, public art and the Pearl\ , a former brewery reborn into an eclectic mix of shops\, restaurants and entertainment.\n\n\n\n Famed for Tex-Mex\, San Antonio is gaining attentio n for Tex-Next as the nation’s next big culinary destination. From notab le restaurants to the Culinary Institute of America\, there’s something to satiate every palate.\n\n\n\n Our keynote will feature the Texas Dist illed Spirits Association\, Texas Whiskey Association\, Bump Williams and Alexandre Gabriel. Workshops\, Tours and the Whiskey Summit will be held o n Sunday August 24.  with additional tours on Wednesday August 27.\n\n\n\ n Video Player\n\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n\n \n \n  \n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250824 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250828 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2025 International Spirits Competition DTSTAMP:20241114T192514Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:81-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Since 2007\, ADI has upheld the highest standards in the industry by giving our judges the freedom to only award the very best\, an d being the first competition to provide written feedback for every entry. Members of ADI and select international affiliate associations will recei ve a $100 discount per entry from our standard registration fee.\n\n\n\n B enefits\n\n\n\n All spirits entered:\n\n\n\n \n Receive written feedback from our expert judges.\n \n \n Free entry into ADI’s Excellence in Pac kaging Awards with no additional bottles or paperwork.\n \n\n\n\n Award wi nners will receive:\n\n\n\n \n Free Physical and digital awards.\n \n \n All awards shared with ADI’s hundreds of media contacts including our m edia partners Forbes.com and The Whiskey Wash as well as our more than 13\ ,000 readers of ADI’s e-newsletter.\n \n \n Gold medal winners are prom oted through ADI’s social media channels and can meet with our e-commerc e partners Tipxy and Seelbach's.\n \n \n Best of Class Trophy winners can meet with our retail partners: Binny’s Beverage Depot\, K&\;L Wine M erchants\, and Total Wine &\; More.\n \n \n Best of Class Trophy winne rs can meet with our distribution partners Southern Glazer Wine &\; Sp irits and Pacific Edge Wine &\; Spirits.\n \n \n International Best o f Class Trophy winners without US importation can meet with our import par tners: Preiss Imports\, MHW\, Aiko Brands and American Spirits Exchange.  \n \n\n\n\n Enter Today!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 2025 Competition Deadlines\n\n \n\n Last Day for Early Bird Registration: February 7\, 2025\n\n Deadline to apply for a COLA Waiver for International Spirits: February 21\, 2025\n \n Deadline for Spirits Registration: March 7\, 2025\n\n Deadline for Rece iving Entries: March 14\, 2025\n\n\n\n For more information go to distilli ng.com/adi-isc\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250308 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Manufacturing Amaro at Baltimore Spirits Company DTSTAMP:20240612T210651Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:80-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Come learn all about amaro production at Baltimore Spirit s Company. Discover the botanicals\, the history\, and the techniques that they have learned along the way. In the class\, you’ll get to taste an d smell botanical macerations\, see the equipment that BSC uses\, check in on some batches in progress\, and learn about their method for recipe dev elopment.\n\n\n\n Eli Breitburg -Smith is the co-founder of the Baltimore Spirits Company and the president of the Maryland Distillers Guild. He has been producing BSC's ‘Baltamaro’ since 2017\, a line of traditional a nd non-traditional amari.\n\n\n\n Baltimore Spirits Co. is about 20 minute s via Uber or Lyft. Please allow extra time for the  commute hours.\n\n\n \n Register during your conference registration.\n\n\n DTSTART:20240826T210000Z DTEND:20240827T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Botanical Spirits Workshop DTSTAMP:20240612T205811Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:79-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Whether you make gin\, aquavit\, botanical vodka\, absint he\, liqueurs\, or other botanical spirits\, come and join David T Smith\, International Gin Author and Consultant\, and friends for a deep dive int o the world of botanicals!\n\n\n\n The team discusses a range of advanced techniques for extracting botanicals with topics including:\n\n\n\n \n Ma ceration/infusion (including ABV\, time\, temperature\, and preparation)\n \n \n Pro/Cons of distilling Botanicals-In and Botanicals-Out[1]\n \n \n Use of different stills\, including Pot\, Vapor Infusion\, and Vacuum\n \n \n ABV of charge for a still\n \n \n Use of dried vs. fresh botanical s and their preparation\n \n \n Use of Terroir and ensuring consistency\n \n \n The chemical composition of botanicals\n \n \n Unconventional bot anicals and how to treat them\n \n \n New techniques\, including ultrason ic maceration\n \n \n Quality control and product stability\n \n \n Scal ing production\n \n \n Ensuring that the brand on the outside of your bot tle reflects the liquid inside\n \n\n\n\n https://homebase.map-dynamics.co m/adi2024/schedule/93779\n\n DTSTART:20240826T203000Z DTEND:20240826T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blending\, maturation and Warehousing with Nancy Fraley and Angela D'Orazio DTSTAMP:20240525T165238Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:78-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n Blending\, Maturation and Warehousing – Dec 20 24\n\n\n\n \n December 9 - December 11\n \n $2750 – $2900\n\n\n\n \n  \n \n\n \n \n Internationally renowned independent Master Blenders  Nancy Fraley and Angela d’Orazio will be teaching our blending and maturation masterclass this year again.\n \n\n \n The class was first taught at ADI 2013 in Denver. In 2017 the class expanded from three hours to three days\, added on the hands blending experience and moved location to Ironroot Republic Distillery in Denison\, TX.\n \n\n \n The 2024 workshop is our sixth year hosted by our friends at Ironroot Republic\, wh ich is one of the most international renowned distilleries in the world. W e are excited for the deep insight and discussion from these two extraordi nary teachers and our hosts.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Arrivals (Sund ay 12/8) – Meet &\; Greet reception at the hotel – 7:30pm\n \n\n \n Day 1 (Monday 12/9)\n \n\n \n Our first day together will be spen t in a classroom setting\, as we examine the traditional philosophies and methods of blending whiskey\, rum\, and brandy\, as well as “crossover ” techniques in blending\, such as borrowing from one tradition to the o ther to create something new.\n \n\n \n Other topics will include how the barrel room or warehouse can be used as a tool to achieve certain arom atic profiles\, wood policy and cask management\, the effects of entry pro of\, water reduction or “proofing” theories\, the use of traditional b lending tools such as boisé\, laboratory equipment\, etc\n \n\n \n We will also discuss the practical applications of blending\, selecting and balancing the proper components for the blend to achieve a targeted spirit profile\, and the impact on flavor of spirit and wood. Finally\, we will look at fractional methods of blending.\n \n\n \n Day 2 (Tuesday 12/1 0) will be a “sensory” day devoted to putting the previous day’s th eories to the test with nosing and tasting analysis of barrel samples\, fi nished products\, etc. We will learn what to look for when creating a blen d when analyzing barrel samples. There will be a brief lecture on cellar m anagement\, the function and anatomy of the barrel\, and the physiology of oak.\n \n\n \n Day 3 (Wednesday 12/11) will be a “hands-on” day where the class will be broken into groups and will be asked to replicate product “standards” which the instructor has created\, that will be ju dged by other class participants. We will also discuss safety as it relate s to the blending process. Finally\, distillers Jonathon and Robert Likari sh from Iron Root Republic will lead us on a tour of the barrel room and a tasting through their barrels. \n \n\n \n Dallas airports are about one and a half hour away without traffic. We will finish Wednesday afterno on with experiential learning ending around 4:30pm (you can leave early if necessary)\, or you can leave on Thursday morning.\n \n\n \n $2\,900 Fee includes:\n \n\n \n Early Bird $2\,750 – ends October 15\, 2024\ n \n\n \n \n 3 days of instruction\n \n \n Breakfast on Mond ay\, Tuesday\, Wednesday and Thursday morning\n \n \n Lunch on Mond ay\, Tuesday and Wednesday\n \n \n Welcome reception Sunday night\n \n \n Farewell dinner Tuesday night\n \n \n Hotel Sunday\, Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday nights\n \n \n Transportation betwee n the hotel and Iroonroot Republic Distilling\n \n \n Video of the lecture (recorded from previous sessions)\n \n \n\n \n  Cancellatio n policy: 50% refunds for cancellations before November 1 (midnight PST). No cancellations after Nov 1. Email questions to annesophie@distilling.co m.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n For more information\, contact:\n \n\n \n \n \n \n Anne-Sophie Whitehead –  annesophie@distilli ng.com\n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Register\n \n\n \n \n \n \n  Add to calendar \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n DETAILS\n \ n\n \n \n Start:\n \n \n December 9\n \n \n E nd:\n \n \n December 11\n \n \n Cost:\n \n \n $2750 – $2900\n \n \n Event Category:\n \n \n ADI Workshop\n \n \n Website:\n \n \n https://web.distilli ng.com/events/Blending-Maturation-Warehousing-2024-103/details\n \n \ n \n\n \n \n VENUE\n \n\n \n \n  \n \n \n Iro nroot Republic Distillery\n \n \n  \n \n \n \n 3 111 Loy Lake Rd\n\n Dennison\, TX 75020 United States\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n ORGANIZER\n \n\n \n \n  \n \n \n Anne-Sophie Whitehead\, Conference Director\n \n \n Email \n \n \n annesophie@distilling.com\n \n \n \n \n\n DTSTART:20241209T160000Z DTEND:20241211T230000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Continuous Column Distillation with Jordan Via DTSTAMP:20240525T164851Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:77-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n https://distilling.com/event/2024-continuous-col umn-distillation-workshop/\n\n\n\n Breaking the Myth that Only Pot Stills Make Good Spirits \n\n\n\n In 2008\, Master Distiller Jordan Via was an i nstrumental part of the first ADI classes at Stillwater distillery in Peta luma\, California. The majority of those students went on to found distill eries in the US (click here).\n\n\n\n Jordan went on to co-found Breckenr idge Spirits in Colorado\, where he installed and operated his first colum n still. Over the years\, Jordan has taught numerous week-long workshops i n distillery operations for ADI.\n\n\n\n Returning to the San Francisco Ba y Area after a decade\, Jordan has added Master Distiller at another world -class distillery to his resume: Savage &\; Cooke. Citing Dave Pickerel l as a mentor\, Jordan will explain his philosophy of distilling and blend ing world class whiskeys at this 3-day workshop on October 25-27 at Savage &\; Cooke in Vallejo\, California. \n\n\n\n Attendees will learn the ins and outs of  how to run a column still for a medium sized distillery. This workshop provides 25 hours of practical instruction\, including thre e to four hours of hands-on experience per day complemented with lectures on planning\, operation\, and marketing of a distilled spirit brand. Topic s covered will include: \n\n\n\n \n Raw material procurement\n \n \n Gr ain handling\, selection\, contracting and QC\n \n \n Fermentation planni ng\n \n \n Fermentation execution\n \n \n Start-up process\n \n \n Dyna mic equalization (believe it or not\, you make your tails cut in the first 30 minutes)\n \n \n Temperature controls for fermentation\, distillation \, aging\, and storage)\n \n \n Process checkpoints\n \n \n Barrel selec tion\, maturation and considerations\n \n \n Blending\, gauging\, and obs curation\n \n \n Barrel house operations\, including single barrel vs. bi g batch blending\n \n \n Bottling considerations and operations\n \n \n Tasting and sensory evaluation\n \n \n Distribution\n \n \n Marketing yo ur brand\n \n\n\n\n Friday 11/1 –  9am-5pm\n\n\n\n Saturday 11/2 – 9 am-5pm\, Dinner 6-8pm\n\n\n\n Sunday 11/3 – 9 am- noon\n\n\n\n Host Dist illery:\n\n\n\n Savage and Cook Distillery\n\n\n\n Mare Island\n\n\n\n Val lejo\, CA\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Early Bird pricing ($2\,750) ends August 31\, 2024 at midnight PST\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n \n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Savage &\; Cooke Tasting Room\, Distillery and Event Center is on Mare Island\, in Vallejo\, CA is one of the larges t and most beautiful distilleries in California. Their award winning spiri ts were originally a sourced\, and now after laying down whiskey for 5 yea rs are in process of changing over to in house distilled local CA grown in gredients.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241101 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241104 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Choosing Distillery Insurance DTSTAMP:20240525T164542Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:76-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n https://distilling.com/event/choosing_distillery _insurance/\n\n\n\n \n The presentation will describe the basic property and liability insurance coverages needed by all small and medium sized bus inesses\, with special emphasis on the unique exposures facing craft disti lleries. The goal is to bring comfort to those who are in charge of approa ching the insurance marketplace in an effort to adequately protect their d istillery.\n \n\n \n Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from Peter’s expertise gained from decades of work with craft distillers.  Sign up no w!\n \n\n\n\n Register\n\n\n\n \n  \n \n\n\n\n  \n\n DTSTART:20240626T160000Z DTEND:20240626T170000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2024 Baltimore DTSTAMP:20230925T164617Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:57-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n https://distilling.com/event/adi-2024-baltimore-craft-spi rits-conference-vendor-expo/\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240827 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240829 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gin Summit DTSTAMP:20240525T163357Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:75-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n \n Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor\n \n\n \n Mon day 8/26/24 9am – 5pm\n \n\n \n Registrations are available as part of the 2024 ADI Conference ($180) 0r independently ($250)\n \n\n \n The Amer ican Distilling Institute’s Gin Summit returns by popular demand. Playin g host to some of the world’s most renowned gin experts\, the summit wil l feature a range of engaging talks and discussions looking at both the te chnical and business sides of the gin industry\, as well as a gaze into wh at the future may hold.\n \n\n \n Keynote Speaker\n \n\n \n Mermaid Gin and the Isle of Wight Distillery\n \n\n \n Join the team from the Isle of Wight Distillery\, winners of multiple trophies from the American Distill ing Institute’s International Spirits Competition. Based on a small isla nd just over three times the size of Walt Disney World Resort in Florida\, they are certainly punching above their weight!\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n They will discuss their approaches to making gin\, vodka\, and rum\, as we ll as their thoughts on environmental matters and – of course – the st ory and success behind their stunning bottle.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Con tract Distilling\; A Guide to a Successful Partnership – Panel Discussio n\n \n\n \n Independent\, third party\, or contract distilling is somethi ng many spirits brands and distillers will likely experience at some point \, either as a provider of the service or as a customer. We take an overal l perspective with a panel of experts experienced in all aspects of contra ct distilling.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n The challenges and benefits for al l parties involved will be discussed\, along with topics such as how you t ransfer from third party distilling to setting up your own distillery.\n \ n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Becoming a Gin Phenomenon – How to build a loyal f ollowing for you &\; your distillery\n \n\n \n With James Young\n \n\n \n Over the past few years James Young of Old Youngs distillery has been causing quite a stir down under and he left an impression or two around t he world too. But how can you develop such a following or is it greatness that is thrust upon you? Find out in this fun and informative talk.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Have you got the minerals? An investigation into minera lity in gin?\n \n\n \n with Henric Molin of Spirit of Hven\n \n\n \n Hen ric Molin returns (by popular demand) all the way from Sweden to present w hat is sure to be another insightful session full of scientific facts.\n \ n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Chemistry of Botanicals\n \n\n \n With Sara Sergent \n \n\n \n Distiller and scientist Sara Sergent provides an accessible gu ide to the chemical compounds that make gin botanicals taste and smell the way they do\, pinenes\, limonene\, linalool and more – a great fundamen tal understanding to understand where notes come from and how they can com plement each other.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Botanical Blurb – The Langu age of Gin Flavors and Ingredients\n \n\n \n A great gin is a complex and harmonious combination of various different botanicals often sourced from far-flung locations around the world and sometimes sourced right outside the distillery door. But how to explain these flavors to consumers on an i nternational level\, why should they buy your gin over others? This sessio n will discuss the science and art of gin tasting notes as well as how to communicate your gin on the front label\, back label and online.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Practical implications of the multishot method\n \n\n \n Following previous talks looks at one-shot and mutli-shot methods of gin p roduction and the efficiency benefits of multishot. This talk will focus o n the practical implications of this method from distillers who have exper ience of various different production methods. Including the potential ben efits and pitfalls.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Gin. Myths. Busted.\n \n\n \n with Keli Rivers &\; David T Smith\n \n\n \n The dream team is back and this time and this time it’s personal. The duo’s sights are set on some of the more outrageous myths of the gin world\, so prepare to have c ages rattled and apple carts upturned in this fun and informative session. \n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Gin: Ask us Anything with Eric Kozlic of The Mod ern Bar Cart\n \n\n \n Join Eric Kozlic of the world-famous Modern Bar Ca rt podcast as he leads a discussion with our expert panel who are open to answer your questions on anything and everything to do with the world of g in. \n \n\n\n\n Register\n\n\n\n \n \n \n  Add to calendar \n \ n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n DETAILS\n \n\n \n \n Date:\n \n \n A ugust 29\n \n \n Time:\n \n \n \n 9:00 am - 5:00 pm\n \n \n \n Cost:\n \n \n $180 – $250\n \n \n Event C ategory:\n \n \n ADI Event\n \n \n Website:\n \n \n h ttps://web.distilling.com/events/ADI2024-21st-Craft-Spirits-Conference-and -Expo-98/details\n \n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240829 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Whiskey Summit DTSTAMP:20240525T163103Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:74-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n\n\n\n \n Hilton Baltimore Inner Harbor\n \n\n \n Mon day 8/26/24 9am – 5pm\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Registrations are availab le as part of the 2024 ADI Conference ($180) 0r independently ($250)\n \n\ n \n The American Distilling Institute’s Whiskey Summit returns for its fourth year and\, once again\, will feature a wide range of speakers cove ring Bourbon\, rye\, malt\, and whiskey in general. A great opportunity to dive into the exciting world of American and world whiskey.\n \n\n \n Ag enda as of 4/1/2024 – Please note that speakers\, subjects\, and timings may be subject to change.\n \n\n \n Differentiating your Whiskey in a Cr owded Market\n \n\n \n With Tracie Franklin: Founder\, Get Spirited Consu lting\n \n\n \n We are perhaps in a golden age of whiskey\, with a huge r ange of distillers\, ages\, finishes\, and blends available. Bars and cons umers alike are perhaps spoilt for choice. So how can a whiskey set itself apart from the crowd and appeal to new and existing drinkers? This talk w ill highlight best practices for selling your product to the on-trade and examine various points of differentiation that can be explored in today’ s market.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Regional Styles – Clarity or Confusi on? – Panel Discussion\n \n\n \n With Herman Mihalich: Founder\, Disti ller\, Dad’s Hat Pennsylvania Rye\; Allen Katz: Owner\, New York Distill ing Company\; David Weglarz: Owner\, StilL 630 Distillery\; Robert Likaris h: Head Distiller\, Ironroot Republic Distilling\n \n\n \n  Empire Rye\, Certified Texas Whiskey\, or Missouri Bourbon – some of these regional styles will likely be familiar\, whilst others may not\; the world of regi onal US whiskey is certainly a hotbed for debate. Join our panel of expert s as they discuss what the various concepts mean and their impact on the w ider whiskey market.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Whiskey in Baltimore &\; Maryland Tasting\n \n\n \n with Eric Zandona: Founder\, EZdrinking\n \n\n \n International whiskey expert and author of The Atlas of Bourbon & \; American Whiskey\, Eric Zandona\, takes a closer look at the heritage of whiskey-making in the local area\, as well as – more importantly – the taste of local whiskey.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n What’s on a bottle? What does your label and package say about your brand?\n \n\n \n With Re ece Sims: Founder\, Flavor Camp\n \n\n \n  Distillers spend a long time producing a delicious whiskey: from fermentation and distillation\, throug h to maturation\, proofing\, and bottling. Once all this time and expense has been spent\, it’s important that the bottle itself\, including the l abel design and text\, doesn’t let the product down. Is your wordy bottl e putting off consumers? This talk will address it all.\n \n\n \n  \n \n \n \n Breaking the Taboo: Flavored Whiskey – Panel Discussion\n \n\n \ n With Sara Sargent: Co-Owner\, Alpine Distilling\; Kevin Szady: Head Di stiller\, MurLarkey Distilled Spirits\; Brad Nichols: Director\, Business Development\, Flavorman\n \n\n \n Flavored whisky might not be the first choice for the self-appointed connoisseur but is an important and growing part of the global whiskey market. Join our panelists as they discuss a mo re nuanced and quality-driven approach to flavored whiskey\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Single Malts and GCMS\n \n\n \n with Lauren Patz: Master Blende r\, Redwood Empire Whiskey\n \n\n \n A technical look at the variations o f different malts through the lens of a microscope (well\, via gas chromat ography-mass spectrometry). This analysis helps to identify different subs tances (and aroma and flavor compounds)\, so not only will you understand how different malts differ\, but why\, too.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n The Distiller’s Little Helper: Using enzymes in your process\n \n\n \n wit h Haley Churchill: Technical Sales Manager\, Lallemand Biofuels &\; Dis tilled Spirits\n \n\n \n Join our speaker for an introduction to enzymes and how they can aid the distilling process.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Sing le Variety Rye: A discussion of the varietal characteristics\n \n\n \n wi th Braeden Bumpers: Owner\, McClintock Distillery\n \n\n \n Braeden Bumpe rs of McClintock Distillery takes a closer look at individual varietal typ es of rye and how each of these vary in key characteristics when fermented \, distilled\, and matured. A deep dive into rye’s terroir and how to us e this to influence and differentiate your whiskey.\n \n\n \n   \n \n\n \n Beyond Scotch: International Single Malt – Panel Discussion\n \n\n \n Moderated by Eric Kozlik: Founder\, Direct Fire Consulting with Reece Sims: Founder\, Flavor Camp et al.\n \n\n \n Our final panel of the day w ill see an international mix of panelists discuss the recent developments in the world of Single Malt whiskey (exclusive of Scotch). This includes t he growing interest in American Single Malt and the rise of English and Ir ish distilleries to rival their cousins across the border\, as well as all of the exciting things happening in Australia\, the wider Pacific\, and b eyond.\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n\n\n Register\n\n\n\n \n \n \n  Add to c alendar \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n DETAILS\n \n\n \n \n Date:\n \n \n August 26\n \n \n Time:\n \n \n \n 12:00 a m - 5:00 pm\n \n \n \n Cost:\n \n \n $180 – $250\n \n \n Event Category:\n \n \n ADI Event\n \n \n Website:\ n \n \n https://web.distilling.com/events/ADI2024-21st-Craft-Spirit s-Conference-and-Expo-98/details\n \n \n \n\n \n \n ORGANIZERS\n \n \n \n \n  \n \n \n Competition Director: Eric Zandona\n \n \n  \n \n \n David T. Smith\n \n \n \n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240826 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chicago Indie Spirits Expo DTSTAMP:20230930T124837Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:59-2-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n http://www.indiespiritsexpo.com/\n\n\n\n One of the large st and longest running gathering of small\, independent\, family owned\, h andcrafted spirits and the distillers\, importers\, bottlers\, distributor s and representative under one roof! Sample some of the best of the boutiq ue vodkas\, gins\, rums\, tequilas\, mezcals\, whiskies and liqueurs from all around the world.\n Meet distillers\, brand owners and other passionat e people behind these small brands and taste their spirits.\n\n DTSTART:20231016T233000Z DTEND:20231017T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:St. Louis Bourbon Festival 2023 DTSTAMP:20230929T141748Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:58-2-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n https://www.stlouisbourbonfestival.com/general-admission/ \n\n\n\n Founded in 2016\, the St. Louis Bourbon Society has grown from a group of a few hundred people who wanted to discuss bourbon and drink toge ther into one of the most interactive Bourbon group in the country. With n early 12\,000 enthusiasts who are passionate about their Bourbon they cont inue to connect with one another across the region.  \n\n\n\n More than just a place to discuss\, the St. Louis Bourbon society hosts multiple tas tings\, bottle shares and events throughout the year featuring brands\, am bassadors\, hall of famers and master distillers from across the country.   \n\n DTSTART:20231007T010000Z DTEND:20231007T040000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2024 International Spirits Competition DTSTAMP:20230908T163436Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:56-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Since 2007\, ADI has upheld the highest standards in the industry by giving our judges the freedom to only award the very best\, an d being the first competition to provide written feedback for every entry. Members of ADI and select international affiliate associations will recei ve a $100 discount per entry from our standard registration fee.\n\n\n\n B enefits\n\n\n\n All spirits entered:\n\n\n\n \n Receive written feedback from our expert judges.\n \n \n Free entry into ADI’s Excellence in Pac kaging Awards with no additional bottles or paperwork.\n \n\n\n\n Award wi nners will receive:\n\n\n\n \n Free Physical and digital awards.\n \n \n All awards shared with ADI’s hundreds of media contacts including Forbe s.com and our more than 13\,000 readers of ADI’s e-newsletter.\n \n \n Gold medal winners are promoted through ADI’s social media channels.\n \ n \n Best of Class Trophy winners can meet with our retail partners: Binn y’s Beverage Depot\, K&\;L Wine Merchants\, and Total Wine &\; Mor e.\n \n \n International Best of Class Trophy winners without US importat ion can meet with our import partners: Preiss Imports\, MHW\, and Aiko Imp orters. \n \n\n\n\n Enter Today!\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 2024 Competition Dead lines\n\n\n\n Last Day for Early Bird Registration: February 2\, 2024\n\n Deadline to apply for a COLA Waiver for International Spirits: February 9\ , 2024\n\n Deadline for Spirits Registration: March 1\, 2024\n\n Deadline for Receiving Entries: March 8\, 2024\n\n\n\n For more information go to d istilling.com/adi-isc\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230908 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240302 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Continuous Column Distillation with Jordan Via DTSTAMP:20230802T165052Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:54-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Breaking the myth that you have to be using a pot still t o make good spirits.\n\n\n\n Master Distiller Jordan Via has been making c raft spirits since 2008. Returning to the SF Bay Area\, place where he fir st learned how to distill\, Jordan has set up another world class distille ry in the SF bay area. Citing Dave Pickerell as a mentor\, Jordan will exp lain his philosophy of distilling and blending world class whiskies.\n\n\n \n Learn the principles of column distillation\, how to run a column for a medium sized distillery\, and the flavor difference between pot and colu mn distilled whiskey.\n\n\n\n 3-4 hrs hands on experience per day complime nted with lectures on planning\, operation\, and marketing of a distilled spirit brand. Overall 25 hours of practical instruction.\n\n\n\n Raw Mate rial Procurement\n \n \n Grain Handling\, Selection\, Contracting and QC\ n \n \n Fermentation Planning\n \n \n Fermentation Execution\n \n \n St art Up Process\n \n \n Dynamic Equalization (believe it or not in the fir st 30 minutes this is where you make your tails cut)\n \n \n Temperature Controls (Fermentation\, Distillation\, Aging\, Storage)\n \n \n Process Checkpoints\n \n \n Barrel Selection\, Maturation and Considerations\n \n \n Blending\, Gauging\, Obscuration\n \n \n Barrel House\, Single Barre l vs Big Batch Blending\n \n \n Bottling Considerations and Operation\n \ n \n Tasting and Sensory Evaluation\n \n \n Distribution\n \n \n Market ing Your Brand\n \n \n https://web.distilling.com/events/Continuous-Colum n-Distillation-Workshop-66/details\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231023 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Blending\, Maturation and Warehousing DTSTAMP:20230802T165553Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:55-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Click here for more info: \n\n\n\n Internationally renow ned independent Master Blenders Nancy Fraley and Angela d’Oraziowill be teaching our blending and maturation masterclass this year again.\n\n\n \n The class was first taught at ADI 2013 in Denver. In 2017 the class exp anded from three hours to three days\, added on the hands blending experie nce and moved location to Ironroot Republic Distillery in Denison\, TX.\ n\n\n\n The 2023 workshop is our fifth year hosted by our friends at Iron root Republic\, which is one of the most international renowned distilleri es in the world. We are excited for the deep insight and discussion from t hese two extraordinary teachers.\n\n\n\n Arrivals (Sunday 12/3) – Meet & amp\; Greet reception at the hotel – 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Day 1 (Monday 12/4)\ n\n\n\n Our first day together will be spent in a classroom setting\, as w e examine the traditional philosophies and methods of blending whiskey\, r um\, and brandy\, as well as “crossover” techniques in blending\, such as borrowing from one tradition to the other to create something new.\n\n \n\n Other topics will include how the barrel room or warehouse can be use d as a tool to achieve certain aromatic profiles\, wood policy and cask ma nagement\, the effects of entry proof\, water reduction or “proofing” theories\, the use of traditional blending tools such as boisé\, laborato ry equipment\, etc\n\n\n\n We will also discuss the practical applications of blending\, selecting and balancing the proper components for the blend to achieve a targeted spirit profile\, and the impact on flavor of spirit and wood. Finally\, we will look at fractional methods of blending.\n\n\n \n Day 2 (Tuesday12/5) will be a “sensory” day devoted to putting th e previous day’s theories to the test with nosing and tasting analysis o f barrel samples\, finished products\, etc. We will learn what to look for when creating a blend when analyzing barrel samples. There will be a brie f lecture on cellar management\, the function and anatomy of the barrel\, and the physiology of oak.\n\n\n\n Day 3 (Wednesday 12/6) will be a “ha nds-on” day where the class will be broken into groups and will be asked to replicate product “standards” which the instructor has created\, t hat will be judged by other class participants. We will also discuss safet y as it relates to the blending process. Finally\, distillers Jonathon and Robert Likarish from Iron Root Republic will lead us on a tour of the bar rel room and a tasting through their barrels. \n\n\n\n Dallas airports ar e about one and a half hour away without traffic. We will finish Wednesday afternoon with experiential learning ending around 4:30pm (you can leave early if necessary)\, or you can leave on Thursday morning.\n\n\n\n $2\,90 0 Fee includes:\n\n\n\n Early Bird $2\,750 – ends October 15\, 2023\n\n\ n\n 3 days of instruction\n \n \n Breakfast on Monday\, Tuesday\, Wednes day and Thursday morning\n \n \n Lunch on Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday\ n \n \n Welcome reception Sunday night\n \n \n Farewell dinner Tuesday n ight\n \n \n Hotel Sunday\, Monday\, Tuesday and Wednesday nights\n \n \n Transportation between the hotel and Iroonroot Republic Distilling\n \n \n Video of the lecture (recorded from previous sessions)\n \n\n  Cancel lation policy: 50% refunds for cancellations before November 1 (midnight PST). No cancellations after Nov 1. Email annesophie@distlling.com or admi n@distilling.com\n\n\n\n The 2023 workshop is our fifth year hosted by our friends at Ironroot Republic Distillery. We are excited for the deep insi ght and discussion from these two extraordinary teachers.\n\n DTSTART:20231204T020000Z DTEND:20231206T080000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:DISTILLING RESEARCH GRANT DTSTAMP:20230207T213804Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:52-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Do you have ideas about research on distilling that can b enefit craft distillers? The ADI Distilling Research Grant is looking for proposals to fund.  Click here to view funded research\, click here to submit your proposal today!\n\n\n\n Maybe you aren’t an academic and don’t have a an academic research background? We can pair you up with a distilling scientists to help you write concise proposals. Email eriko@di stilling.com to find out more.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Online Auction Runs Aug ust 1st-30th\n\n\n\n Over $40K in funding to date has been generated throu gh generous donations from the craft spirits community. Do you have goods or services to donate to our online auction? This year we are asking all distillery members to donate a bottle\, and that bottle will have to be pi ck up on premesis at the distillery. Additionally we will highlight all do nations at the conference.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230315 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:INTERNATIONAL SPIRITS COMPETITION: Registration Closes Mar 3 rd DTSTAMP:20221024T195803Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:51-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Since 2007\, ADI has upheld the highest standards in the industry by giving our judges the freedom to only award the very best\, an d being the first competition to provide written feedback for every entry. We accept entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits\, RT Ds\, cocktail bitters\, no/low spirits\, mixers\, aperitifs &\; fortifi ed wines.\n\n\n\n Enter Today\n\n\n\n Download our registration checklist \, and look over our FAQs\, if you are a new entrant to ADI’s Competiti on.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 2023 Competition Deadlines\n\n\n\n Deadline for Spi rits Registration: March 3\, 2023\n\n Deadline for Receiving Entries: Marc h 9\, 2023\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Entry Fees\n\n\n\n ADI Member: US Spirit $32 5\n\n ADI Member: International Spirit $375\n\n Non-Member: US Spirit $425 \n\n Non-Member International Spirit $475\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Discount for Affiliate Associations\n\n\n\n Members of the following Affiliate Associat ions:\n\n\n\n The Gin Guild\n\n British Distillers Alliance\n\n Distilled Spirits Aotearoa\n\n Ontario Distillers Association\n\n Scottish Distiller s Association\n\n Instituto Brasileiro da Cachaça\n\n Prairie Craft Spiri ts Association\n\n Australian Distillers Association\n\n Alberta Craft Dis tillers Association\n\n Union of Quebic’s Microdistilleries\n\n Verband der Deutschen Whiskybrenner\n\n Southern African Craft Distilling Institut e\n\n Cámara Nacional de la Industria Tequilera\n\n Bureau National Inter professionnel du Cognac\n\n Saskatchewan Artisan Wine &\; Spirits Assoc iation\n\n Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac\n\n\n\n may enter their spirits at the ADI Member price even if they are not current m embers of ADI.\n\n\n\n   Downloads: Submission Guidelines  –   AD I Shipping Label    –   COLA Waiver   –   Sample Int. Invoice\ n\n\n\n For more information about ADI’s competition\, our protocols\, j udges\, spirit categories\, benefits for winners\, and more go to distill ing.com/adi-isc.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230304 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2023 LAS VEGAS: Craft Spirits Conference & Vendor Expo DTSTAMP:20230207T214707Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:53-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n in 2003 there were 25 craft distillers\, and twenty years later there are ~2500. We hope you can help us celebrate 20 years of craf t spirit community by joining us in Las Vegas to celebrate how far the ind ustry has grown. Registration opens April 1st. \n\n\n\n https://distillin g.com/event/adi-2023-las-vegas/\n\n\n\n 8/22/23 Whiskey Summit \n\n\n\n 8 /24/23 Keynote\, Expo\, Breakouts\n\n\n\n 8/26/23 Expo\, Gala\, Breakouts\ n\n\n\n 8/27/23 Gin Summit\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230822 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230826 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Early-Bird Registration ADI's 2023 International Spirits Com petition DTSTAMP:20221024T195515Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:50-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Since 2007\, ADI has upheld the highest standards in the industry by giving our judges the freedom to only award the very best\, an d being the first competition to provide written feedback for every entry. We accept entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits\, RT Ds\, cocktail bitters\, no/low spirits\, mixers\, aperitifs &\; fortifi ed wines.\n\n\n\n Enter Today\n\n\n\n Download our registration checklist \, and look over our FAQs\, if you are a new entrant to ADI’s Competiti on.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n 2023 Competition Deadlines\n\n\n\n Deadline to appl y for a COLA Waiver for International Spirits: February 3\, 2023\n\n Deadl ine for Spirits Registration: March 3\, 2023\n\n Deadline for Receiving En tries: March 9\, 2023\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Entry Fees\n\n\n\n ADI Member: US Spirit $275\n\n ADI Member: International Spirit $325\n\n Non-Member: US Spirit $375\n\n Non-Member International Spirit $425\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Di scount for Affiliate Associations\n\n\n\n Members of the following Affilia te Associations:\n\n\n\n The Gin Guild\n\n British Distillers Alliance\n\n Distilled Spirits Aotearoa\n\n Ontario Distillers Association\n\n Scottis h Distillers Association\n\n Instituto Brasileiro da Cachaça\n\n Prairie Craft Spirits Association\n\n Australian Distillers Association\n\n Albert a Craft Distillers Association\n\n Union of Quebic’s Microdistilleries\n \n Verband der Deutschen Whiskybrenner\n\n Southern African Craft Distilli ng Institute\n\n Cámara Nacional de la Industria Tequilera\n\n Bureau Nat ional Interprofessionnel du Cognac\n\n Saskatchewan Artisan Wine &\; Sp irits Association\n\n Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac\n \n\n\n may enter their spirits at the ADI Member price even if they are no t current members of ADI.\n\n\n\n   Downloads: Submission Guideline s  –   ADI Shipping Label    –   COLA Waiver   –   Sampl e Int. Invoice\n\n\n\n For more information about ADI’s competition\, ou r protocols\, judges\, spirit categories\, benefits for winners\, and more go to distilling.com/adi-isc.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230204 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI Member Meeting DTSTAMP:20220824T173603Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:47-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n This meeting is for ADI members to meet with Erik Owens.  \n\n\n\n https://web.distilling.com/events/New-Member-Meeting-39/details \n\n DTSTART:20220826T200000Z DTEND:20220826T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI Member Meeting DTSTAMP:20220824T173656Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:48-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n This meeting is for ADI members to meet with Erik Owens.  \n\n\n\n https://web.distilling.com/events/New-Member-Meeting-39/details \n\n DTSTART:20220923T200000Z DTEND:20220923T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI Member Meeting DTSTAMP:20220824T173757Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:49-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n This meeting is for ADI members to meet with Erik Owens.  \n\n\n\n https://web.distilling.com/events/New-Member-Meeting-39/details \n\n DTSTART:20221028T200000Z DTEND:20221028T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Corn Whiskey Masterclass DTSTAMP:20220321T184217Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:45-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n ADI and Wood Hat Spirits present a full day masterclass o n corn whiskey and other corn based spirits. \n\n\n\n Sessions will inclu de discussions on the flavor characteristics of heirloom corn varieties\, new developments of corn genetics\, discussions on corn cultivation\, farm tour\, tastings of corn whiskey and more.\n\n\n\n Schedule\n\n\n\n Morni ng sessions at America’s Center in St. Louis\n \n \n Keynote Speaker: R ob Arnold\, Distiller and author of The Terroir of Whiskey\n \n \n Lunch &\; Bus ride (~1.5 hrs) to Wood Hat Spirits in New Florence\, MO\n \n \n Walkthrough heirloom corn cultivation\n \n \n Tasting of multiple si ngle variety corn spirits\n \n \n Afternoon sessions at Wood Hat Spirits\ n \n \n Bus back to America’s Center in St. Louis\n \n\n Click here for more info\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220914 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Rum Summit DTSTAMP:20220321T182138Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:44-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n A one day deep dive into Rum In heart of the US cane grow ing region.\n\n\n\n Click here for more info.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220607 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Distilling Research Grant Request for Proposal DTSTAMP:20220321T181230Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:43-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Open Now Until April 29th\n\n\n We have $25K to fund rese arch this year\, and have to date donated $31K so far (click here to view funded research). Do you have ideas about the process of distilling and w ant to run some experiments? The ADI Distilling Research Grant is looking for proposals to fund! Click here to submit your proposal today! Maybe y ou aren’t an academic and don’t have a a academic research background? We can pair you up with a distilling scientists to help you write concise proposals. Email eriko@distilling.com to find out more.\n\n\n\n Click h ere for more information.\n\n DTSTART:20220321T070000Z DTEND:20220430T000000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: From START UP to SCALE DTSTAMP:20220321T171010Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:42-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n This 3 day class offers a full review of how to set up yo ur distillery for success\, from financing\, operations\, packaging\, and sales/marketing directly from industry professionals.\n\n\n\n Click here f or more information.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220513 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220516 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2022 International Spirits Competition DTSTAMP:20220204T153707Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:41-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n 2022 International Spirits Competition\n\n\n\n Since 2007 \, ADI has upheld the highest standards in the industry by giving our judg es the freedom to only award the very best\, and being the first competiti on to provide written feedback for every entry. Members of ADI and select international affiliate associations will receive a $100 discount per entr y from our standard registration fee.\n\n\n\n Enter Today\n\n\n\n 2021 Com petition Deadlines\n\n\n\n Deadline to apply for COLA Waiver for Internati onal Spirits: February 16\, 2022\n\n Deadline for Spirits Registration: Fe bruary 25\, 2022\n\n Deadline for Receiving Entries: March 3\, 2022\n\n\n\ n Entry Fees:\n\n\n\n ADI Members\n$325 per spirit for US entries\n$375 pe r spirit for international entries\nBulk discount for members who enter mo re than 10 spirits\n\n\n\n Non-Members\n$425 per spirit for US entries\n$4 75 per spirit for international entries\n\n\n\n Benefits\n\n\n\n All spiri ts entered:\n\n\n\n Receive written feedback from our expert judges.\n \n \n Free entry into ADI’s Excellence in Packaging Awards with no additi onal bottles or paperwork.\n \n\n Award winners will receive:\n\n\n\n Bes t of Class Trophy winners have the opportunity to meet with our retail par tners: Binny’s Beverage Depot\, K&\;L Wine Merchants\, and Total Wine &\; More.\n \n \n Gold medal winners are promoted through ADI’s soc ial media channels.\n \n \n All winners are shared with ADI’s hundreds of media contacts and to the more than 13\,000 readers of ADI’s e-newsle tter.\n \n \n All winners receive physical and digital awards for free.\n \n\n  \n\n\n\n For more information go to distilling.com/adi-isc\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220128 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220226 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gin Summit DTSTAMP:20220128T171337Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:40-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n https://distilling.com/event/gin-summit-2022/\n\n\n\n A d eep technical dive into the spirit featuring lectures and tastings.\n\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220917 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Nosing for Faults DTSTAMP:20220128T171125Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:39-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Erik Owens":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n This highly sought-after\, in-depth session will explore the various factors that influence the development of off-flavors and tain ts in distillates. We will look at the entire production process from raw ingredients\, operational controls in fermentation\, distillation\, matura tion and storage\, processing and product transfer\, and finally\, packagi ng materials. The class will also examine methods of sensory analysis and quality control\, and we will  nose through numerous samples of possible distillate faults that arise during the stages of production. Finally we w ill discuss how these faults can be remodeled within the production proces s.\n\n\n\n Nancy Fraley and Julia Nourney have been co-teaching Nosing for Faults annually at the ADI Conference for years\, and are now moving thei r class to the virtual environment. They will be teaching using their year s of experience as independent blenders for brands around the planet.\n\n\ n\n A synchronous educational opportunity to connect with a master blender from the comfort of your home.\n\n\n\n KITS ORDERED SEPARATELY (by March 2 to ensure delivery): Aroma Academy’s fault kit: https://www.aroma-aca demy.co.uk/products/faults-aroma-kit-30-aroma-training-system) so that yo u can have a shared sensory experience with the concepts they are teaching .\n\n\n\n Please note\, this meeting will be held on Zoom and requires you to use the same email you use to  register for the class\, otherwise you will have difficulties accessing the meeting.https://distilling.com/event /workshop-nosing-for-faults-mar-2022/\n\n DTSTART:20220216T170000Z DTEND:20220216T213000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Tax Reform: What Does it Mean for You and Your Dist illery? DTSTAMP:20211104T141307Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:38-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n You're Invited\n \n\n \n Join Blue & amp\; Co. and the American Distilling Institute (ADI) on Thursday\, Novemb er 4 from Noon to 1:00 PM EST for a webinar entitled Tax Reform: What d oes it mean for you and your distillery? \n \n \n \n \n Pres ented by the Beverage Services Group at Blue &\; Co.\, LLC.\, this sess ion will discuss the potential tax outlook for distilleries and their owne rs under the Biden Administration.\n \n\n \n \nDuration: 1 Hour\ n\n Recording of the webinar\, presentation slides\, and other helpful documents will be emailed after the event.\n \n\n \n  \n \ n\n \n Register to Attend\n \n \n DTSTART:20211104T140000Z DTEND:20211104T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Understanding Your Still\, What All Those Fancy Gad gets Really Do DTSTAMP:20211018T140620Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:36-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Register\n\n\n\n A webinar with Matt Strickland. In this presentation he will briefly discuss the basic still components\, how they function\, and how they affect the character of your distillate. We will also look at the various specialty components that often come with modern stills\, explain how they operate\, and how you can leverage them to disti ll your best product.\n\n\n\n BIOGRAPHY:\n\n Matt Strickland is the Head D istiller for Distillerie Cote des Saints\, a new farm distillery in Mirabe l Quebec\, where he makes single malt whisky and gin. After earning his Ma ster’s in Oenology and Viticulture from Oregon State University he began working for the acclaimed Corsair Distillery in Nashville Tennessee as th e head of research and development. He has since gone on to form his own c onsulting business\, D.R.A.M. Services and Consulting. He is a faculty mem ber of both the Distilled Spirits Epicenter and Siebel Institute. He also sits on the Board of Examiners for the Institute of Brewing and Distilling where he also writes much of their learning materials and regularly contr ibutes articles the their monthly magazine BDI. He has also written two bo oks\, Cask Management for Distillers and Batch Distillation: Science &\ ; Practice.\n\n DTSTART:20211104T140000Z DTEND:20211104T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Purchasing a Still\, Questions You Should Ask Yours elf (and Your Manufacturer) DTSTAMP:20211018T140908Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:37-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Register\n\n\n\n This A webinar with Matt Strickland will be all about finding the perfect still to fit your needs. With a growing list of models and manufacturers in our ever-expanding spirits industry\, it can be daunting and confusing for even experienced distillers to find t he right still for the job. He talk about how to decide what your needs ar e\, what’s important to really spend money on\, choosing the right still size\, balancing operations\, and much more.\n\n\n\n BIOGRAPHY:Matt Stric kland is the Head Distiller for Distillerie Cote des Saints\, a new farm d istillery in Mirabel Quebec\, where he makes single malt whisky and gin. A fter earning his Master’s in Oenology and Viticulture from Oregon State University he began working for the acclaimed Corsair Distillery in Nashvi lle Tennessee as the head of research and development. He has since gone o n to form his own consulting business\, D.R.A.M. Services and Consulting. He is a faculty member of both the Distilled Spirits Epicenter and Siebel Institute. He also sits on the Board of Examiners for the Institute of Bre wing and Distilling where he also writes much of their learning materials and regularly contributes articles the their monthly magazine BDI. He has also written two books\, Cask Management for Distillers and Batch Disti llation: Science &\; Practice.\n\n DTSTART:20211111T140000Z DTEND:20211111T150000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI 2022 Craft Spirits Conference & Vendor Expo - St. Louis DTSTAMP:20211007T151632Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:35-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Celebrate with us in St Louis\, MO\, “Gateway to the We st”\, ideally accessible via air and road travel. Experience the excitin g growing Missouri craft spirits scene with more than 30 distilleries and cooperages on the Missouri Spirits Expedition. Hear from our distinguished keynote\, Dr Anne Brock\, Head Distiller at Bombay Sapphire. After a day of educational sessions and networking with more than 1\,800 industry coll eagues\, enjoy one of 1\,000 restaurants\, and feast on one of the 300+ we ekly music acts. St Louis is ideally accessible by road and air travel.\n\ n See you there!\n\n September 14-16\, 2022 – ADI 2022 – Craft Spirits Conference &\; Expo\, America’s Center\, St Louis MO\n\n September 1 7\, 2022 – Gin Summit\, Marriott Grand\, St Louis MO\n\n DTSTART:20220914T130000Z DTEND:20220916T220000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Blending\, Maturation & Warehousing DTSTAMP:20211007T151248Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:34-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n REGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n Early Bird $2\,750 – ends October 15\, 2021\n\n\n\n Standard Registration Fee: $2\,900\n\n\n\n Returning t o Ironroot Republic Distillery in Denison\, TX for the 4th year\, this ver y successful\, in-depth master class will sell out early.\n\n\n\n Nancy Fr aley (Internationally renowned independent Master Blender) will be teachin g this class on all aspects of barrel maturation.\n\n\n\n Arrivals (Sunday ) – Meet &\; Greet reception at the hotel – 7:30pm\n\n\n\n Day 1 (M onday)\n\n\n\n Our first day together will be spent in a classroom setting \, as we examine the traditional philosophies and methods of blending whis key\, rum\, and brandy\, as well as “crossover” techniques in blending \, such as borrowing from one tradition to the other to create something n ew.\n\n\n\n Other topics will include how the barrel room or warehouse can be used as a tool to achieve certain aromatic profiles\, wood policy and cask management\, the effects of entry proof\, water reduction or “proof ing” theories\, the use of traditional blending tools such as boisé\, l aboratory equipment\, etc\n\n\n\n We will also discuss the practical appli cations of blending\, selecting and balancing the proper components for th e blend to achieve a targeted spirit profile\, and the impact on flavor of spirit and wood. Finally\, we will look at fractional methods of blending .\n\n\n\n Day 2 (Tuesday) will be a “sensory” day devoted to putting t he previous day’s theories to the test with nosing and tasting analysis of barrel samples\, finished products\, etc. We will learn what to look fo r when creating a blend when analyzing barrel samples. There will be a bri ef lecture on cellar management\, the function and anatomy of the barrel\, and the physiology of oak.\n\n\n\n Day 3 (Wednesday) will be a “hands -on” day where the class will be broken into groups and will be asked to replicate product “standards” which the instructor has created\, that will be judged by other class participants. We will also discuss safety a s it relates to the blending process. Finally\, distillers Jonathon and Ro bert Likarish from Iron Root Republic will lead us on a tour of the barrel room and a tasting through their barrels. \n\n\n\n Departures (Thursday) \n\n\n\n Dallas airports are about one and a half hour away without traffi c. We will finish Wednesday afternoon with experiential learning ending ar ound 4:30pm (you can leave early if necessary)\, or you can leave on Thurs day morning.\n\n\n\n REGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n Registration Fee includes:\n\n\ n\n 3 days of instruction\n \n \n Welcome reception Sunday night\n \n \n Breakfast and Lunch on Monday\, Tuesday\, and Wednesday\n \n \n Farewel l dinner Tuesday night\n \n \n Hotel Sunday\, Monday\, Tuesday and Wednes day nights\n \n \n Transportation between hotel and Iroonroot Republic Di stilling\n \n \n Video of the lecture (recorded from previous sessions)\n \n\n Proof of vaccination to be sent by November 1 to annesophie@distilli ng.com.\n\n\n\n 50% refunds for cancellations before November 1 (midnight PST). No cancellations after Nov 1 (please contact us if you have a recent positive COVID diagnostic).\n\n\n\n Transportation between Dallas airport s and Ironroot Republic is not provided. If you rent a car\, Parking at th e hotel is free. Additional information on traveling to/from Denison will be available during registration.\n\n\n\n For more information\, contact:\ n\n\n\n Anne-Sophie Whitehead –  annesophie@distilling.com\n\n DTSTART:20211206T013000Z DTEND:20211208T223000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL: ADI 2022 St. Louis DTSTAMP:20211007T145714Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:33-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Submit Proposal\n\n\n\n The American Distilling Institute has now opened the Request for Proposals for educational sessions for the ADI conference in Saint Louis\, MO\, September 14-16\, 2021.\n\n\n\n Call for Proposal will close on November 15\,2021. Accepted presenters and rej ected sessions will be notified by November 24\, 2021. Some sessions might be pending potential acceptance and we will reach out accordingly by Dece mber 5. WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT SUBMISSIONS SENT VIA THIS LINK.\n\n\n\n Advanc ed scientific\, operational\, safety and legal presentations are of height ened interest. Please complete all questions to the best of your ability. Comments are to be entered in the Comments section\, NOT the session descr iption. Length of sessions can be 45 min (our regular sessions)\, 30 minut es (Rapid Fire/Expo stage sessions)\, and over 90 minutes (Deep-Dive sessi ons and workshops).\n\n\n\n Educational sessions are considered solely on the basis of their value to the community. Any session submitted by a supp lier must include active participation of a client to be considered (clien t can be named at a later date).\n\n\n\n We do not compensate for speaking . Speakers will receive a complimentary speaker badge but will be responsi ble for lodging and transportation. Submission and acceptance imply that y ou agree to be recorded and your name/likeness maybe used in conference pr omotions\, including pre and post conference communications.\n\n\n\n All t asting sessions are subject to approval under local liquor boards and will be discussed separately.\n\n\n\n You will have the opportunity to submit revisions to the description of the session and will have full access to y our bio and contact information post acceptance.\n\n\n\n Please reach out to speakers@distilling.com with questions. We look forward to reading your proposal!\n\n DTSTART:20211115T160000Z DTEND:20211228T010000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Ask the Expert\, Distillery Branding DTSTAMP:20211007T145343Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:32-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Register\n\n\n\n A webinar with Seth Sirbaugh\, Principal of Tribe Branding &\; Design\, moderated by our own ADI president Erik Owens\n\n\n\n Everyone in the distilling industry hears the term ‘brand ing’ every day\, but it’s often said as a catch all\, misused\, or jus t partially explained. Your brand and identity can have as big an impact o n your business as the quality of the spirits you produce. The process of branding involves much more than your logo and labels. Your brand is who y ou are to the public and ultimately how you can connect with them. Brandin g can also establish your positioning—the key differentiators that set y ou apart in a crowded industry.\n\n\n\n ADI’s goal is to give our member ship one-on-one access to an expert who can help provide clarity on what b randing really is and how it can help shape your distilling business as a whole—and then share that information through a webinar.\n\n\n\n To help us do this\, we have partnered with Seth Sirbaugh of Tribe Branding &\ ; Design to deliver a webinar focused on specifically on branding for dist illers. Tribe has spent the better part of a decade working with craft dis tilleries and breweries to help each client define\, target\, and present their own unique brands\n\n\n\n Now—we want to hear from our membership. The content of this webinar is going to be built specifically on our memb ers questions. Your participation will help inform all of the the topics w e discuss. Whether your brand-related questions deal with budget planning\ , identity design\, packaging\, defining your overall brand—or even just where to start—we need to hear from you.\n\n\n\n Email us your question s:\n\n\n\n hello@tribecol.com (please make this email a link to direct ema il link that comes up with a subject line of: ADI Branding Webinar Questio n)\n\n\n\n Webinar is limited to the first 100 attendees.\n\n\n\n We are l ooking forward to hearing from all of you. Cheers.\n\n DTSTART:20211110T170000Z DTEND:20211110T183000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: From START UP to SCALE for your Craft Distillery DTSTAMP:20211007T145041Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:31-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Register\n\n\n\n Fee: $1200\n\n\n\n Hosted by Elliott Dav is\, Mine Hill Distillery\n\n\n\n Offering a full review of how to set up your distillery for success\, from financing\, to operations and sales/mar keting.\n\n\n\n Friday\n \n \n November 5\n \n \n Speaker s/Vendors\n \n \n 6:00 pm\n \n \n Welcome: Founder’s Room\n \n \n Mine Hill Distillery Tasting\n \n \n 6:30 pm\n \n \n Cocktails: Guest Speaker\n \n \n Bill Owens\, Founder ADI\n \n \n 7:00 pm\n \n \n Dinner: The Station\n \n \n The F oundry\, Newtown CT\n \n \n  \n \n \n  \n \n \n  \n \n \n Saturday\n \n \n November 6\n \n \n Speakers/Ve ndors\n \n \n 8:00 am\n \n \n Coffee/Tea: The Station \n \ n \n Zero Prophet Coffee\, Washington CT\n \n \n 9:00 am\n \n \n Grain\, Mashing &\; Fermentation\n \n \n Thrall Family Malt\, Windsor CT\n \n \n 10:30 am\n \n \n Equipment: Choices \, Choices\, Choices\n \n \n Mine Hill Distillery\n \n \n 1:0 0 pm\n \n \n Lunch: The Station\n \n \n Bridgewater Market\, Bridgewater CT\n \n \n 2:00 pm\n \n \n Distilling: Cuts\, Pr oofing\, Barreling\n \n \n Mine Hill Distillery\n \n \n 3:30 pm\n \n \n Package Design: Bottles\, Labels &\; More\n \n \n All American Label\, Curtis Packaging\n \n \n 6:00 pm\n \n \ n Cocktails: Panel Discussion: What buyers want\n \n \n Local Re staurants/Bars/Liquor Stores\n \n \n 7:00 pm\n \n \n Dinner: Riverfront Firepit\n \n \n El Camion Taco Truck\, Woodbury CT\n \ n \n  \n \n \n  \n \n \n  \n \n \n Sunday\n \ n \n November 7\n \n \n Speakers/Vendors\n \n \n 8:00 am \n \n \n Coffee/Tea: The Station\n \n \n Harney &\; Sons\ , Salisbury CT\n \n \n 9:00 am\n \n \n Finances: Start Up &am p\; Operations\n \n \n Mine Hill Distillery\n \n \n 10:30 am\ n \n \n Distillery Insurance\n \n \n Peter Whalen\, Whalen I nsurance\n \n \n 12:00 pm\n \n \n Sales Training &\; How t o Select &\; Negotiate a Distributor\n \n \n Marco Pelliccio\, P ropel Beverage\n \n \n 1:00 pm\n \n \n Lunch: The Station\n \n \n Oliva’s\, Bethlehem CT\n \n \n 2:00 pm\n \n \n Q&\;A: Big or Small   \n \n \n Mine Hill Distillery\n \n \ n 4:00 pm\n \n \n Closing\n \n \n Please note:\n\n\n\n Hotel and breakfast are not included. We will forward nearby hotel suggestions shortly after your registration.\n \n \n Early Bird discount ends Septemb er 15 at midnight EST. Registration ends November 1\, unless all seats are filled before.\n \n \n ADI member discount – 10%\n \n \n For everyo ne’s safety and enjoyment\, proof of vaccination is required. Please ema il to annesophie@distilling.com by November 1. We will comply with all sta tes and local guidelines.\n \n \n No cancellations allowed after October 15\, 2021 midnight EST. No refund will be issued for non-compliance to the vaccination proof after this date.\n \n\n Suggested Hotels:\n\n\n\n Wyndh am Southbury – 1238 Strongtown Rd\, Southbury\, CT 06488\n\n\n\n The Mil estone Inn – 146 S Pomperaug Ave\, Woodbury\, CT\, 06798\n\n\n\n Bed and Breakfast: Homestead Inn – 5 Elm Street\, New Milford\, CT\, 06776\n\n\ n\n Click here for AirBnB listings in the area.\n\n DTSTART:20211105T230000Z DTEND:20211107T210000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WORKSHOP: Nosing for Faults with Nancy Fraley and Julia Nour ney DTSTAMP:20211007T140512Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:30-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n REGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n Registration Fee: $75 plus cost of  Aroma Academy’s Fault Kit\n\n\n\n This highly sought-after\, in-depth session will explore the various factors that influence the development of off-flavors and taints in distillates. We will look at the entire product ion process from raw ingredients\, operational controls in fermentation\, distillation\, maturation and storage\, processing and product transfer\, and finally\, packaging materials. The class will also examine methods of sensory analysis and quality control\, and we will  nose through numerous samples of possible distillate faults that arise during the stages of pro duction. Finally we will discuss how these faults can be remodeled within the production process.\n\n\n\n Nancy Fraley and Julia Nourney have been c o-teaching Nosing for Faults annually at the ADI Conference for years\, an d are now moving their class to the virtual environment. They will be teac hing using their years of experience as independent blenders for brands ar ound the planet.\n\n\n\n A synchronous educational opportunity to connect with a master blender from the comfort of your home.\n\n\n\n KITS ORDERED SEPARATELY (by October 15 to ensure delivery): Aroma Academy’s fault kit : https://www.aroma-academy.co.uk/products/faults-aroma-kit-30-aroma-train ing-system) so that you can have a shared sensory experience with the conc epts they are teaching.\n\n DTSTART:20211029T170000Z DTEND:20211029T203000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Roasted Malts for Novel Flavours in Whisky Producti on DTSTAMP:20211007T135940Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:29-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Click Here to Register\n\n\n\n \n\n Specialty malts are extensively used in brewing industry to enhance beer taste\, mouthfeel and colour. Such malts are produced under conditions of high temperature\, wh ich results in non-enzymatic browning and an increased concentration of ar omatic constituents\, primarily through the action of Maillard chemistry. The majority of Scotch malt whisky is made using lightly kilned malted bar ley that yields only delicate aromas to the finished product\, and the cha racteristics differentiating whisky of one distillery from another is prim arily introduced by varied fermentation\, distillation and maturation prac tices. With demand increasing for greater product variety\, there is incre asing interest in the use of specialty malts as a tool for aroma control. However\, current knowledge relating to the use of high colour malt for wh isky production is largely anecdotal\, and the substantial differences bet ween distillery and brewery practice necessitate investigation.\n\n\n\n Ou r research group at Heriot-Watt University are investigating the impact of malt roasting conditions on efficiency of wort/wash production and result ing aroma volatile composition of distillate. Samples of pot still malt we re roasted at laboratory scale and incorporated to distillery grist across a range of inclusion rates (10-50% w/w). Experimental grists were mashed\ , fermented and double-distilled in 2 L copper pot stills. Grain processin g characteristics were assessed using industry recognised methodology and distillate aroma was assessed using GC-MS. Designed experimentation was em ployed to produce response surface models\, assessing the impact of roasti ng temperature and time on measured qualities in malt\, wort\, wash and sp irit.\n\n\n\n The results demonstrated that although use of roasted malt f or distillate production reduced alcohol yield\, there was a substantial i ncrease in number and concentration of heat-derived flavour-active molecul es in the distillate. Appropriate selection of malt roasting conditions an d grist composition were identified as key for limiting impact of high col our malts on ethanol yield whilst retaining a significant impact on aroma volatile profile. The findings of our study have considerable implications for the commercial use of roasted malts in whisky production\, and for th e production of roasted malts directed towards the distilling industry. \ n\n\n\n BIOGRAPHY:\n\n\n\n Rutele Marciulionyte holds a BSc degree in Medi cinal and Biological Chemistry from The University of Edinburgh. For sever al years she worked at Thermo Fisher Scientific\, developing\, validating and utilising analytical methods for product quality control. Currently Ru tele is a PhD student at Heriot-Watt University\, where she combines her p assion for both chemistry and Scotch whisky. Although she is fascinated ab out every stage of whisky flavour development\, her research is focused on barley malt. She is studying malt roasting as a new way of introducing fl avour volatiles to the spirit through Maillard and caramelisation reaction s.\n\n DTSTART:20211012T170000Z DTEND:20211012T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Distilling Research Grant Auction DTSTAMP:20210201T190000Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:28-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n American Distilling Institute is proud to announce the th ird year of the Distilling Research Grant\, an initiative to support craft distilling by funding scientific research. Donations from world class ven dors will be auctioned off to raise funds annually. The funds will be disp ersed to students and interns by an independent Advisory Committee compose d of academics\, distillers and scientists. The third annual online charit y auction will run Mar 1 to April 16th\, 2021. The goal of this endowment is to grow the body of knowledge of craft distilling.\n\n\n\n Auction item s can be found online at https://distillingresearch.org/ starting March 1\, 2021\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210301 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210417 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:WEBINAR: To Source or Not to Source DTSTAMP:20201124T215722Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:27-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Join us for Part One of a Three-Part series as we host th e industry experts Thoroughbred Spirits Group for a strategic discussion o n the opportunities and risks of incorporating bulk distillates into your portfolio. Their Managing Director\, Scott Schiller\, and special guest H eather Thome\, Vice President of Craft Spirits at J.B. Thome &\; Co.\, North America’s largest bulk alcohol purveyors\, will provide a comprehe nsive view on what to consider regarding\; branding\, liquid development\ , financial\, and exit strategy.\n\n\n\n The hosts will also have an ope n Q&\;A session. The free webinar will be held on December 1st at 10 am Pacific. Please submit any questions you have relevant to this topic in a dvance to info@tbspirits.com. Space is limited so please register in adv ance to reserve your spot.\n\n\n\n Register Now\n DTSTART:20201201T180000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2021 Judging of Craft Spirits DTSTAMP:20200716T232106Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:25-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n 2021 Judging of Craft Spirits\n\n\n\n ADI accepts US and International entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits\, RTDs\, cocktail bitters\, aperitif &\; fortified wines from ADI Member s as well as non-member small and medium-scale producers (maximum annual s ales of 750\,000 proof gallons).\n\n\n\n Enter Today\n\n\n\n Please downlo ad our registration checklist\, and look over our FAQs\, if you are a ne w entrant to ADI’s Judging. For more information about benefits for Judg ing winners\, who we use as judges and more\, go to distilling.com/judging \n\n\n\n 2021 Judging Deadlines\n\n\n\n Deadline to apply for COLA Waiver for International Spirits: March 28\, 2021\n\n Deadline for Spirits Regist ration: May 7\, 2021\n\n Deadline for Receiving Entries: May 13\, 2021\n\n \n\n Entry Fees:\n\n\n\n Early Bird Registration Up through April 23\, 20 21\n\n\n\n ADI Members\n$200 per spirit for US entries\n$250 per spirit fo r international entries\nBulk discount for members who enter more than 10 spirits\n\n\n\n Non-Members\n$300 per spirit for US entries\n$350 per spir it for international entries\n\n\n\n Standard Registration Begins April 2 4\, 2021\n\n\n\n ADI Members\n$250 per spirit for US entries\n$300 per spi rit for international entries\nBulk discount for members who enter more th an 10 spirits\n\n\n\n Non-Members\n$350 per spirit for US entries\n$400 pe r spirit for international entries\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Discount for Affilia te Associations\n\n\n\n Members of the following Affiliate Associations:\n The Gin Guild\nBritish Distillers Alliance\nDistilled Spirits Aotearoa\nOn tario Distillers Association\nBC Craft Distilling Association\nScottish Di stillers Association\nAustralian Distillers Association\nVerband der Deuts chen Whiskybrenner\nSouthern African Craft Distilling Institute\nBureau Na tional Interprofessionnel du Cognac\nBureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac\n\n\n\n may enter their spirits at the ADI Member price even if they are not current members of ADI.\n\n\n\n Judging-of-Craft-Spirits- Protocols.pdf Registration-Check-List.pdf ADI-Judging_SAMPLE-PROFORMA-INVO ICE (1).docx\n\n\n\n ADI 2021 Judgign Fact Sheet.pdf ADI-2021-Judging-Ship ping-Label.pdf ADI-2021-Judging-Submission-Guidelines.pdf\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210508 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2021 ADI Craft Spirits Conference & Vendor Expo DTSTAMP:20200317T234221Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:23-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n The American Distilling Institute is excited to announce our return to Louisville\, KY for the 2021 Craft Spirits Conference &\; Vendor Expo. While more details on registration\, lodging\, etc. will fol low\, after our 2020 conference in New Orleans\, ADI has formally signed an agreement with the Kentucky Convention Center for August 23–25\, 202 1\, as the location of the annual conference.\n\n\n\n “ADI is thrilled t o be returning once again to Louisville\,” said Erik Owens\, President o f ADI. “Louisville is an ideal location for ADI’s annual conference an d expo—it’s surrounded by historical distilleries and the Bourbon Trai l\, and it’s also home to an expanding craft distilling scene. The peop le of Louisville have welcomed us many times before\, and we look forward to being back in 2021.”\n\n\n\n “The Kentucky Distillers’ Associatio n is pleased to welcome ADI’s annual conference back to Kentucky\,” sa id KDA President Eric Gregory\, “where we can showcase and share the inn ovative government affairs\, tourism\, and social responsibility efforts f ueling Kentucky’s Bourbon and distilled spirits industry.”\n\n\n\n ADI has hosted the annual Conference &\; Vendor Expo in Louisville 6 times since 2005\, most recently in 2015\, with an attendance of over 1\,600 di stillers and industry professionals.\n\n\n\n Louisville\, long regarded as America’s bourbon capital\, is home to some of the largest spirits prod ucers in the world\, as well as dozens of world-class craft distilleries m aking a wide range of spirits. Moonshine University\, one of the country ’s premier distillery training schools\, also calls the city home.\n\n\n \n “Moonshine University is thrilled to welcome ADI to Louisville\, the epicenter of distilling in the U.S.\, for their 2021 Conference\,” said Moonshine University Head Of Corporate Development Kevin Hall. “The dist illing landscape in Louisville has changed dramatically since ADI was last here in 2015 with the addition of several beautiful new distilleries. We love seeing so many friends and alumni back in town and look forward to me eting new distillers just entering the industry.”\n\n\n\n While still mo re than a year away\, advanced planning is crucial for ensuring a great ex perience for attendees and that conference activities run smoothly\n\n\n\n “Louisville is the heart of our craft and an iconic destination for our constituents\,” added ADI Conference Director Anne-Sophie Whitehead. “It is a pleasure and an honor for us to be able to return for another successful gathering of the industry and pay homage to the men and women w ho carry on our beautiful tradition.”\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210823 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210826 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Public Policy Conference DTSTAMP:20200721T171108Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:26-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n \n Register for Free at Eventbrite\n \n\n \n The Virtua l Public Policy Conference\, hosted by the American Craft Spirits Associat ion and the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States\, provides dist illers\, owners or operators of DSPs\, sales or front of the house teams\, investors\, and suppliers to our spirits industry the opportunity to enga ge directly with lawmakers in the nation’s capital and advocate for pari ty with beer and wine on FET relief\, trade support\, and other critically important issues. Given the unprecedented challenges affecting the countr y\, we must not get lost in the pressing matters before Congress. There is no more important time for our collective voices to be heard in Washingto n D.C. This year we've made it easy for you to \"attend\" from the comfort of your distillery\, home\, park\, or wherever you might have a quiet spo t. All you'll need is a smartphone\, tablet\, or computer to connect with your industry peers and those on Capitol Hill.\n \n\n\n\n \n Agenda\n \n\ n \n Tuesday\, September 15\n \n\n \n 12:30pm EST- 3:30pm EST / 9:30am-1 2:30pm PST (3 hours)\n \n\n \n Issues Impacting the Industry\n \n\n \n Join Jim Hyland (Public Policy Counsel\, ACSA) and Kelly Poulsen (Vice Pre sident of Federal Government Relations\, DISCUS) for a discussion on the l atest on the federal excise tax\, issue background\, and talking points.\n \n \n Interact with Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) of ficials as they provide an update on the Bureau’s operations with an opp ortunity to ask questions of TTB officials.\n \n \n Discussions on oth er emerging issues\n \n \n  \n \n\n \n Wednesday September 16\n \n\n \ n 12:30pm-3:30pm EST/ 9:30am-12:30pm PST (3 hours)\n \n\n \n Congression al Meetings\n \n\n \n Join virtual meetings with other distillers from yo ur state and with your elected officials as you seek their support on tax policies and other matters impacting the industry!\n \n DTSTART:20200915T160000Z DTEND:20200916T193000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2020 ADI Virtual Craft Spirits Conference & Vendor Expo DTSTAMP:20200317T233440Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:22-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n 2020 ADI Virtual Craft Spirits Conference &\; Vendor Expo\n \n\n \n Tuesday July 13th\n \n\n \n Meet with the Louisiana Guil d\, our 2020 hosts.\n \n \n Attend virtual distillery tours and a guil d panel with the distillers\n \n \n Enjoy cocktail demonstrations and live music to get the conference kicked off\, New Orleans style!\n \n \n Tuesday July 14th\n \n\n \n Keynote address July 14th\, 10 am MST\n \n \n Live Educational Sessions and Expo Floor 1pm – 4pm EST /  11am M ST-2pm MST / 10am-1pm PST\n \n \n Visit the expo floor to view and dow nload spec sheets\, photos and videos of the products\, connect with our s ponsors and exhibitors\n \n \n Wednesday July 15th and Thursday July 16t h\n \n\n \n Live Educational Sessions and Expo Floor 12pm – 4pm EST /   10am MST-2pm MST / 9am-1pm PST\n \n \n Visit the expo floor to view and download spec sheets\, photos and videos of the products\, connect wi th our sponsors and exhibitors\n \n \n Rum Summit Friday July 17th\n \n\ n \n Click Here to Register!\n \n\n \n  \n \n\n \n Please email admin @distilling.com  with questions\n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200714 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200718 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Grain to Glass and Beyond Workshop at Chemist Spirits DTSTAMP:20200317T234956Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:24-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n We hope you will join us at the Chemist Spirits (https:// www.chemistspirits.com/distillery\, voted the best distillery in WNC in 20 19) for a two and a half days of classes on the business\, process and mar keting of grain to glass craft spirits. For a detailed scheduled\, more in formation\, or to register go to: https://distilling.com/event/7762/\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200515 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200518 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Branding Webinar DTSTAMP:20200317T232913Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:21-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n A webinar with Seth Sirbaugh\, Principal of Tribe Brandin g &\; Design\, moderated by our own ADI president Erik Owens\n\n\n\n Ev eryone in the distilling industry hears the term ‘branding’ every day\ , but it’s often said as a catch all\, misused\, or just partially expla ined. Your brand and identity can have as big an impact on your business a s the quality of the spirits you produce. The process of branding involves much more than your logo and labels. It’s the definition of your story and how you tell it. Your brand is who you are to the public and ultimatel y how you can connect with them. Branding can also establish your position ing—the key differentiators that set you apart in a crowded industry.\n\ n\n\n ADI’s goal is to give our membership one-on-one access to an exper t who can help provide clarity on what branding really is and how it can h elp shape your distilling business as a whole—and then share that inform ation through a webinar.\n\n\n\n To help us do this\, we have partnered wi th Seth Sirbaugh of Tribe Branding &\; Design to deliver a webinar focu sed on specifically on branding for distillers. Tribe has spent the better part of a decade working with craft distilleries and breweries to help ea ch client define\, target\, and present their own unique brands\n\n\n\n No w—we want to hear from our membership. The content of this webinar is go ing to be built specifically on our members questions. Your participation will help inform all of the the topics we discuss. Whether your brand-rela ted questions deal with budget planning\, identity design\, packaging\, de fining your overall brand—or even just where to start—we need to hear from you.\n\n\n\n Email us your questions:\n\n hello@tribecol.com (please make this email a link to direct email link that comes up with a subject l ine of: ADI Branding Webinar Question)\n\n\n\n Register for the event here : https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4zG3kSLpSqSjWDJWfiia3w\n\n\n\n And\ , if you would like to participate directly in the webinar beyond asking questions see the link below.\n\n\n\n\n  \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200327 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deadline to Receive Spirits for Judging of Craft Spirits DTSTAMP:20190814T234615Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:20-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Judging of Craft Spirits\n\n\n\n January 16\, 2020 is the last day for spirits entered into ADI's Judging of Craft Spirits to be re ceived at:\n\n\n\n Preiss Imports\n\n\n\n 432 Maple St. Unit #4 \n\n\n\n R amona\, CA 92065\n\n\n\n All shipments must have ADI's required shipping l abel taped to the outside of the box. See our Submission Guidelines for ad ditional packaging and shipping instructions.\n\n\nADI 2020 Judging Shippi ng Label.pdf \nADI-2020-Judging-Submission-Guidelines.pdf DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200116 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Deadline to apply for COLA Waiver for International Spirits DTSTAMP:20190814T233645Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:19-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Judging of Craft Spirits\n\n\n\n International spirits wi thout a Certificate of Label Approval from the US Alcohol Tax and Trade Bu reau must complete ADI's free online COLA Waiver Application.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191222 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Registration Judging of Craft Spirits DTSTAMP:20190814T232855Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:18-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Judging of Craft Spirits\n\n\n\n Registration is Open\n\n \n\n Now the oldest and the largest competition dedicated to craft spirits \, the ADI Judging accepts US and International entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits\, RTDs\, cocktail bitters\, aperitif & \; fortified wines from its members and non-member small/medium size produ cers.\n\n\n\n However\, our mission remains the same: ADI recognizes excel lence in the glass\; promotes distillers and blenders that are producing t he world’s finest quality artisan spirits\; and gives participating prod ucers valuable\, unbiased\, third-party feedback on the quality and proces s of their spirits. In addition\, ADI considers all spirits for our packag ing awards\, and evaluates them to see if they meet the standards for our Certification of Craft Spirits. All at no additional cost or paperwork.\n\ n\n\n Deadlines\n\n\n\n Deadline to apply for COLA Waiver for Internationa l Spirits: December 22\, 2019\n\n Deadline for Spirits Registration: Janua ry 10\, 2020\n\n Deadline for Receiving Entries: January 16\, 2020\n\n\n\n Enter Today\n\n\nADI 2020 Judging Fact Sheet.pdf \nADI-2020-Judging-Submi ssion-Guidelines.pdf \nRegistration-Check-List.pdf DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191230 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200111 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Early Bird Registration Judging of Craft Spirits DTSTAMP:20190814T232325Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:17-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Judging of Craft Spirits\n\n\n\n Early Bird Registration is Open\n\n\n\n Now the oldest and the largest competition dedicated to cr aft spirits\, the ADI Judging accepts US and International entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits\, RTDs\, cocktail bitters\, ap eritif &\; fortified wines from its members and non-member small/medium size producers. \n\n\n\n However\, our mission remains the same: ADI reco gnizes excellence in the glass\; promotes distillers and blenders that are producing the world’s finest quality artisan spirits\; and gives partic ipating producers valuable\, unbiased\, third-party feedback on the qualit y and process of their spirits. In addition\, ADI considers all spirits fo r our packaging awards\, and evaluates them to see if they meet the standa rds for our Certification of Craft Spirits. All at no additional cost or p aperwork.\n\n\n\n Deadlines\n\n\n\n Deadline to apply for COLA Waiver for International Spirits: December 22\, 2019\n\n Deadline for Spirits Registr ation: January 10\, 2020\n\n Deadline for Receiving Entries: January 16\, 2020\n\n\n\n Enter Today\n\n\nADI 2020 Judging Fact Sheet.pdf \nADI-2020-J udging-Submission-Guidelines.pdf \nRegistration-Check-List.pdf DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190805 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191230 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Request for Proposals - ADI 2020 Conference DTSTAMP:20190508T170943Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:16-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n The American Distilling Institute has now opened the Requ est for Proposals for educational sessions for the ADI conference in New O rleans\, April 2020. All interested distillers should take this opportunit y to submit a presentation and help lead the conversation at the 2020 ADI Conference in New Orleans. Also\, talk to your friends in the community wh o you believe have something valuable to share and encourage them to submi t a proposal online. Use our online form which will be open until June 7\, 2019.\n\n\n\n https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKTCzggMjEKQaCg38 jrKj_eYxqYOhWkK1_fd1Ij2fMwQcsWw/viewform\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190608 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:TTB Seeking Public Comment on Proposed Modernization of the Labeling and Advertising Regulations for Wine\, Distilled Spirits\, and Ma lt Beverages DTSTAMP:20181206T221440Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:15-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n On November 26\, 2018\, TTB published their proposed Mod ernization of the Labeling and Advertising Regulations for Wine\, Distille d Spirits\, and Malt Beverages and is seeking public comment\, Make the ti me to read through the proposed changes to the regulations governing disti lled spirits and make an official comment (see link below). Your comment c an help shape the US Liquor regulations for the next 20 years. \n\n\n\n H ere is the 132 page proposal: https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2018-11-26 /pdf/2018-24446.pdf\n\n\n\n TTB's recommendations for making an effective public comment: https://www.regulations.gov/docs/Tips_For_Submitting_Effe ctive_Comments.pdf\n\n\n\n Submit your official comments about the proposa l to TTB here: https://www.regulations.gov/document?D=TTB-2018-0007-0001\ n\n\n\n Here is TTBs Stratiegec 5-Year Plan: https://www.ttb.gov/pdf/ttb_ strategic_plan_print_v2.pdf\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181126 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190627 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Blending & Maturation Workshop DTSTAMP:20181109T233942Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:14-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n BLENDING AND MATURATION WORKSHOP\n\n\n\n FRIDAY\, DECEMBE R 7\, SATURDAY DECEMBER 8 AND SUNDAY DECEMBER 9\, 2018\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n IRONROOT REPUBLIC DISTILLING – DENISON\, TX.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n INSTRUCT OR: NANCY FRALEY\, NOSING SERVICES\n\n\n\n Click here for more details and to Register\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181207 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181210 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Registration for 2019 Judging of Craft Spirits DTSTAMP:20180906T170421Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:12-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n ADI welcoms US and International entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits\, RTDs\, cocktail bitters\, aperitif & amp\; fortified wines from small and medium-scale producers (up to 750 pro of gallons/year in annual sales).\n\n\n\n All spirits entered will receive written feedback from our expert judges\, be considered for awards both for the spirit and the packaging\, and be evaluated to see if they if they meet the standards for ADI’s Certification of Craft Spirits at no addi tional cost or paperwork. Award winners will receive a physical awards as well as digital renderings of all applicable medals\, awards and certific ations.\n\n\n\n Deadline for International Entries: November 30\, 2018\nDe adline for US Entries: December 14\, 2018\nDeadline to Receive Spirits: De cember 20\, 2018\n\n\n\n Entry Fees\n\n\n\n ADI Members\n\n $250 per spiri t for US entries\n\n $300 per spirit for international entries\n\n Bulk di scount for members who enter more than 10 spirits\n\n\n\n Non-Members\n\n $350 per spirit for US entries\n\n $400 per spirit for international entri es\n\n\n\n Discount for Affiliate Associations\n\n Members of the followin g Affiliate Associations:\n\n The Gin Guild\n\n British Distillers Allianc e\n\n Ontario Distillers Association\n\n BC Craft Distilling Association\n \n Australian Distillers Association\n\n Verband der Deutschen Whiskybrenn er\n\n Southern African Craft Distilling Institute\n\n Bureau National Int erprofessionnel de l’Armagnac\n\n may enter their spirits at the ADI Mem ber price even if they are not current members of ADI.\n\n\n\n Award winni ng spirits will receive their medals at ADI’s Annual Conference and Vend or Expo\, March 18-21\, 2019 in Denver\, CO.\n\n\n\n For more information on how to enter visit www.distilling.com/judging\n\n\n\n Ready to register ? Enter Today\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181215 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Early-Bird Registration 2019 Judging of Craft Spirits DTSTAMP:20180911T155643Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:13-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n ADI welcoms US and International entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits\, RTDs\, cocktail bitters\, aperitif &\; fortified wines from small and medium-scale producers (up to 750 pr oof gallons/year in annual sales). Register before November 19\, 2018 and save $50/spirit entered.\n\n\n\n All spirits entered will receive written feedback from our expert judges\, be considered for awards both for the spirit and the packaging\, and be evaluated to see if they if they meet th e standards for ADI’s Certification of Craft Spirits at no additional cost or paperwork. Award winners will receive a physical awards as well a s digital renderings of all applicable medals\, awards and certifications. \n\n\n\n Deadline for International Entries: November 30\, 2018\nDeadlin e for US Entries: December 14\, 2018\nDeadline to Receive Spirits: Decem ber 20\, 2018\n\n\n\n Early-Bird Entry Fees\n\n\n\n ADI Members\n\n $200 p er spirit for US entries\n\n $250 per spirit for international entries\n\n Bulk discount for members who enter more than 10 spirits\n\n\n\n Non-Memb ers\n\n $300 per spirit for US entries\n\n $350 per spirit for internation al entries\n\n\n\n Discount for Affiliate Associations\n\n Members of the following Affiliate Associations:\n\n The Gin Guild\n\n British Distillers Alliance\n\n Ontario Distillers Association\n\n BC Craft Distilling Assoc iation\n\n Australian Distillers Association\n\n Verband der Deutschen Whi skybrenner\n\n Southern African Craft Distilling Institute\n\n Bureau Nati onal Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac\n\n may enter their spirits at the ADI Member price even if they are not current members of ADI.\n\n\n\n Awa rd winning spirits will receive their medals at ADI’s Annual Conference and Vendor Expo\, March 18-21\, 2019 in Denver\, CO.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n For more information on how to enter visit www.distilling.com/judging\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Ready to register? Enter Today\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180924 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181119 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Request for Presentations - 2019 ADI Conference DTSTAMP:20180807T173106Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:11-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Calling all craft distilling leaders:\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n Be part of the conversation and share your ideas on the art\, business and science of craft spirits at the world's largest gathering of craft distil lers! \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ........\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n ADI Conference & \; Vendor Expo\n\n\n\n March 18-21\, 2019 in Denver\, Colorado\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Submit Proposal\n \n \n \n \n \n \ n \n \n \n \n \n  \n \n\n \n \n \n Deadline to submit proposal:  September 9\, 2018\n \n \n \n \n \n \n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180807 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180910 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2019 ADI Craft Spirits Conference & Expo DTSTAMP:20180425T174719Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:10-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Mark you calendar and join us in Denver for the 2019 ADI Craft Spirits Conference &\; Vendor Expo\, March 18-21\, 2019.\n\n\n\n More details coming soon.\n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190318 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190322 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:2018 Craft Malt Conference DTSTAMP:20171129T193239Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:9-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Craft Maltsters Guild":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n The 2018 Craft Malt Conference will feature workshops an d seminars on the latest research\, topics\, and best practices relevant t o those in the craft malt supply chain.\n\n\n\n The 2018 Craft Malt Confer ence will take place February 3rd and 4th\, 2018\, in Asheville\, North Ca rolina.\n\n\n\n Early bird registration is open through December 15\, 2017 . Early bird registration is $350 for Craft Maltsters Guild members and $4 00 for non-members.\n\n\n\n Registration fee includes access to all worksh ops\, meals\, and beer.\n\n\n\n Visit http://craftmalting.com/2018-craft- malt-conference/ for more information.\n\n\n\n What can you expect to get out of the conference?\n\n\n\n An overview of the current state of craf t malt\, including malting technology\, handling and storage\, marketing\, and agriculture in the Mid-Atlantic\n \n \n Useful information you can use in areas such as equipment\, social media\, digital marketing\, brewin g\, and distilling\n \n \n Sensory training designed to increase awaren ess of diverse craft malt flavors\n \n \n Participation in the Craft Mal tsters Guild Annual Meeting\n \n \n Networking opportunities during sess ion\, meals\, trade show\, and events\n \n \n Breakfast and lunch both d ays of the conference included in the conference price\n \n\n Visit http: //craftmalting.com/2018-craft-malt-conference/ for more information.\n\n\ n DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180203 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180205 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Kason Corporation in Chicago at Process Expo DTSTAMP:20170831T143511Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:8-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Kason Corporation":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n Process Expo\n\n\n\n September 19 – 22\, 2017\n\n\n\n M cCormick Place – Chicago\, IL\n\n\n\n Booth #4404 | Use code 95393 for F ree Registration!\n\n\n\n https://registration.experientevent.com/ShowFPS1 71/\n DTSTART:20170919T140000Z DTEND:20170919T200000Z RRULE:FREQ=DAILY;INTERVAL=1;UNTIL=20170922T040000 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The 2016 Chicago Independent Spirits Expo DTSTAMP:20160519T193323Z SEQUENCE:0 UID:7-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Martin Duffy":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:\n The Chicago Independent Spirits Expo is back for a 6th  Year and we are offering an early registration discount to all brands tha t sign up before August 1st!\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n Every year this event grows bigger with the growth of the artisanal and independent spirits comm unity throughout the world (The USA\, Canada\, Ireland\, England\, Scotlan d\, Spain\, Italy\, Sweden\, France\, Russia\, Holland\, Mexico\, the Cari bbean\, South America\, Japan\, India\, New Zealand\, Australia\, etc.) an d the ever-expanding interest in artisanal spirits among both the drinks i ndustry as well as consumers.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n The CISE brings in 12 00 attendees annually\, with over 90% of them being bartenders\, bar owner s\, F&\;B Managers\, retailers\, distributors\, drink media and other m embers of the spirits industry.  Last year’s event saw over 130 exhibit ors sampling out a variety of spirits – vodka\, gin\, rum\, tequila\, me scal\, whiskey\, vermouth\, liqueurs\, mixers\, etc. – from all around t he world!\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n This year the event will be held:\n\n\n\n \n Date:   Wednesday\, September 21st\, 2016\n\n\n\n\n Time:  4:30PM - 9:00Pm\n\n\n\n\n Venue:  The Chicago Hilton Hotel &\; Towers\n\n\n\ n\n Address:  720 South Michigan Ave\, Chicago\, IL.\n\n\n\n\n Neighborh ood:  The Loop/Downtown Business District\n\n\n\n\n Intersection:   M ichigan Ave. &\; Balbo Ave.\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n Returning for its 6t h year is the The 2016 CISE Industry Round Table Discussion Panel!  An e steemed group of professionals from various levels of the drink business d iscussing the key topics of the day facing the spirits industry.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n Scheduled Panelists include:\n\n\n\n\n\n Special Guest Moder ator: Emily Pennington Hood - Editor at Wine &\; Spirits Daily\n\n\n\n\ n Monique Huston – Distributor\, Winebow\n\n\n\n\n Brett Pontoni – Ret ailer\, Binny’s Beverage Depot\n\n\n\n\n Toby Beall – Distiller\, Tail winds Distillery\n\n\n\n\n Paul Hletko – Distiller\, FEW Spirits\n\n\n\n \n Matt Blaum – Distiller\, Blaum Bros. Distillery\n\n\n\n\n Bill Welt er – Distiller\, Journeyman Distillery\n\n\n\n\n Scott Winters – Impor ter\, American Spirits Exchange\n\n\n\n\n Dave Schmier - Brand Owner\n\n\n \n\n Danny Shapiro – Mixologist/Bar Owner\, Scofflaw\, Slippery Slope\n\ n\n\n\n Winston Edwards - Brand Ambassador\, Balcones\n\n\n\n\n Christine Tully Aranza - Restaurant Owner\, Autre Monde\n\n\n\n\n Aaron Zacharias - Bar Owner\, Fountainhead Chicago\n\n\n\n\n Brian Christensen – Editor of Artisan Spirits Magazine\n\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n\n Registration Informatio n\n\n\n\n\n Suppliers  - The cost of Early Registration is $500.00 until August 1st.\n\n\n\n\n This includes:\n\n\n\n\n        Your branding on most ISE materials\n\n\n\n\n        Approx. 4’/6’™ tabl e\n\n\n\n\n        Linens\n\n\n\n\n        Two Hundred 3 oz. s ampling cups\n\n\n\n\n        Dump bucket\n\n\n\n\n        Ic e\n\n\n\n\n        Ice Bucket\n\n\n\n\n        Four ¼ oz. Pou rers\n\n\n\n\n        2 supplier rep tickets\n\n\n\n\n        2 consumer tickets\n\n\n\n\n        4 trade/press tickets\n\n\ n\n\n        List of hotel recommendations/Price breaks \n\n\n\n\n Early Registration\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n First time Exhibitors - $600.0 0 ($500.00 if registering before August 1st.)\n\n\n\n\n\n Returning Exhibi tors - $350.00 ($275.00 if registering before August 1st.)\n\n\n\n\n Email /Mail – Request a registration form to pay directly with check or cred it card.  Please state if you are a Returning Exhibitor or a New Exhibito r.  Returning Exhibitor ~ Please inquire about your discount code.\n\n\n\ n\n Online Registration ~ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2016-chicago-indies -spirits-expo-exhibitor-registration-tickets-23597446598 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n Tickets are now on sale ~ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2016-chica go-indie-spirits-expo-tickets-24260637219\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n\ n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n Chicago Independent Spirits Expo Contacts\n\n\n\n\n For any and all questions concerning the Chicago Independent Spirits Expo\, p lease reach out to:\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n Registration &\; Fees\n\n\n\ n\n Dave Schmier\n\n\n\n\n Executive Producer\n\n\n\n\n Distilled Events\n \n\n\n\n indiespiritsexpo@gmail.com\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n Local Logistics /Registration\n\n\n\n\n Martin C. Duffy\n\n\n\n\n Producer/Logistics Manag er - Chicago\n\n\n\n\n Distilled Events\n\n\n\n\n martinipromotion@aol.com \n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n Your brand needs to be distributed by a licensed w holesaler in the state of Illinois in order to legally sample your product .  If you do not have distribution in Illinois\, please contact us for re ferences.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n Hope to see you in September!\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n\n\n\n Glencairn Whisky Glass ~ A proud sponsor of the 2016 Ch icago Independent Spirits Expo ~ http://www.glencairn.co.uk/\n\n\n\n\n \ n \n\n\n\n The Chicago Independent Spirits Expo is a 21 year &\; older event.  A valid photo I.D. is required.\n\n\n\n\n Please Drink Responsi bly.  Do Not Drink &\; Drive.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n Visit www.indies piritsexpo.com for a list of other regional events taking place throughout the year.\n\n\n DTSTART:20160519T050000Z DTEND:20160519T050000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BASIC DISTILLERY OPERATION FOR THE START-UP DISTIL DTSTAMP:20150507T171507Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:6-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="EZdrinking":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:GRAIN-TO-BOTTLE WHISKEY PRODUCTION – LEARN BASIC DISTILLER Y OPERATIONS FOR MAKING DISTILLED SPIRITS AND BRINGING THEM TO MARKET.\nTh is hands-on class covers the fundamentals of whiskey distilling. Participa nts will be able to smell and taste new make spirit as it is being distill ed. Topics covered in this class include mash preparation\, basics of ferm entation and wash production\, anatomy of a still\, mechanics of distillat ion (stripping &\; spirit runs)\, “making the cuts\,” barrel matura tion\, proofing\, and bottling.\nSensory evaluation instruction includes t raditional methods and practical applications of blending whiskey\, select ing and balancing the proper components to achieve a targeted flavor profi le\, and the impact of spirit and wood on flavor. Additional presentations for the start-up distiller include licensing\, formula and label approval \, record keeping\, package design\, and marketing spirits.\nCost: $2\,900 fee includes instruction\, 4 nights in hotel\, airport shuttles\, tasting s and most meals.\nAccommodations: Your reservation will be made &\; co nfirmed for you at time of registration.\nFOR MORE INFORMATION\, CONTACT:\ nAndrew Faulkner – 415-517-7377 – email\nAnne-Sophie Whitehead – 973 -698-4861 – email\nINSTRUCTORS:\nRobert Cassell\, Millstone Spirits Grou p\n\nTom Jenssen\, Millstone Spirits Group\, former President of Remy USA\ n\nCharlie Andrews\, Millstone Spirits Group\, former President of Republi c National Distribution Company\n\n\nRegister Now DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150618 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150622 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:world of whiskies san francisco DTSTAMP:20100212T074852Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:5-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="moonshine":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:this is a whiskey event held every year in San Francisco \nt his year the event has been bought by doug smith from rianna walsch\nshe h ad to sell the event because no one liked her\, so d smith took up the tas k\ngood luck to him\, as he will try and include ADI members at this event \nif you have any questions contact me about event\nwe have posted our whi skey sniff kit on ADI main page and we shall have \na bourbon sniff kit by late april 2010\ndg@distilling.com\n415.335.9301 DTSTART:20100326T200000Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI Whiskey Class DTSTAMP:20080529T140638Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:4-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="grehorst":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:ADI's hands-on\, five day course on How to DistillWhiskey no w has a new date: December 1st -6th. The course will be held at Sweetwate rDistillery in Petaluma\, CA. Students willactually distill whiskey as par t of thelearning experience. Cost will be $3000 forfive days. For more inf ormation\, contact BillOwens: 510-886-7418 or email bill@distilling.com DTSTART:20081130T190000Z DTEND:20081206T185959Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Scotland Distillery Tour DTSTAMP:20080117T194812Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:3-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="grehorst":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:ADI Scottland Distillery Tour DTSTART:20080505T200000Z DTEND:20080510T195959Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:ADI Conference- Louisville KY DTSTAMP:20080117T194704Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:2-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="grehorst":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:ADI Conference (focus: Whiskey) DTSTART:20080406T200000Z DTEND:20080409T195959Z END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:AEppelreow Wassail DTSTAMP:20071217T132958Z SEQUENCE:1 UID:1-1-adbcb1d5f7d514956e8abf3033b79164@adiforums.com ORGANIZER;CN="Charles@AEppelTreow":admin@adiforums.com DESCRIPTION:ÆppelTreow Wassail\nNew Twelfth Night - Jan 5\, 2007\n4 - 6 PM\nPlease RSVP to Charles\ncpm at appletrue.com\n262-496-7508\nWhat’s a Wassail?\nWassailing is an Old World countryside tradition. \nIt is a po st-harvest thanksgiving\, incorporating pagan and Christian elements. \nOu rs is based on the cider-country traditions of Herefordshire\, England.\nw assail: noun\, intransitive verb. From Anglo-Saxon was hail – ‘be he althy’\nThe Wassail SongOh apple tree\, we’ll wassail thee in hope tha t thou will bear.\nOnly the Lord does know where we shall be to be merry a nother year.\nTo blow well and to bear well\, and so merry let us be.\nLet every man drink up his cup\, here’s health to the old apple tree.\nAppl es now –\nHats full\, caps full\, three bushel bags full\,\nBarrels full \, barn floors full\, \nEven a little heap under the stair.\nHip\, Hip\, H ooray! Hip\, Hip\, Hooray! Hip\, Hip\, Hooray!\nSo here’s to thee\, oh a pple tree.\nBe sure thee bud\, be sure the bow and bring forth apples.\nHa ts full\, caps full three bushel bags full.\nHip\, Hip\, Hooray! Hip\, Hip \, Hooray! Hip\, Hip\, Hooray! DTSTART:20080104T190000Z END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR