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  1. ADI uses a licensed importer to receive all of our competition entries which allows entrants to ship from licensee to licensee.
  2. Certificates of Label Exemptions only available for spirits sold exclusively in the sate they are produced? https://www.law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/27/13.11 Certificate of exemption from label approval. A certificate issued on Form 5100.31 which authorizes the bottling of wine or distilled spirits, under the condition that the product will under no circumstances be sold, offered for sale, shipped, delivered for shipment, or otherwise introduced by the applicant, directly or indirectly, into interstate or foreign commerce.
  3. I don't think there is an issue for you to use a different neutral base. The base will impact the mouthfeel of the spirit so depending on how you want to support the botanicals, you could go a number of ways.
  4. On Friday the forum received a security update. If this problem is more widespread, I wonder if they may be related.
  5. Thank you for posting this. I'm sorry you got wrapped up in this scam but hopefully your experience will help others avoid something similar.
  6. ADI at Indie Spirits Expo ADI will have a table at the Chicago Indie Spirits Expo on September 25, 2019 to promote a select number of winners from our 2019 Judging of Craft Spirits who are pouring at the event. Distillers and spirits distributed in Illinois can register to be an exhibitor at Indie Spirits and first time exhibitors can save $225 when they use the discount code "ADI" during registration. 2019 Chicago Indie Spirits Expo Supplier Registration
  7. I believe TTB requires a new COLA if the class/type changes so if you went from bourbon to straight bourbon or straight bourbon to Bottled in Bond Bourbon, those would require a new label but if your straight bourbon goes from 2 years to 4 years, I don't believe that would need a new label.
  8. Judging of Craft Spirits January 16, 2020 is the last day for spirits entered into ADI's Judging of Craft Spirits to be received at: Preiss Imports 432 Maple St. Unit #4 Ramona, CA 92065 All shipments must have ADI's required shipping label taped to the outside of the box. See our Submission Guidelines for additional packaging and shipping instructions. ADI 2020 Judging Shipping Label.pdf ADI-2020-Judging-Submission-Guidelines.pdf
  9. Judging of Craft Spirits International spirits without a Certificate of Label Approval from the US Alcohol Tax and Trade Bureau must complete ADI's free online COLA Waiver Application.
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    Judging of Craft Spirits Registration is Open 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 producers. However, our mission remains the same: ADI recognizes excellence in the glass; promotes distillers and blenders that are producing the world’s finest quality artisan spirits; and gives participating producers valuable, unbiased, third-party feedback on the quality and process of their spirits. In addition, ADI considers all spirits for our packaging awards, and evaluates them to see if they meet the standards for our Certification of Craft Spirits. All at no additional cost or paperwork. Deadlines Deadline to apply for COLA Waiver for International Spirits: December 22, 2019 Deadline for Spirits Registration: January 10, 2020 Deadline for Receiving Entries: January 16, 2020 Enter Today ADI 2020 Judging Fact Sheet.pdf ADI-2020-Judging-Submission-Guidelines.pdf Registration-Check-List.pdf
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    Judging of Craft Spirits Early Bird Registration is Open 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 producers. However, our mission remains the same: ADI recognizes excellence in the glass; promotes distillers and blenders that are producing the world’s finest quality artisan spirits; and gives participating producers valuable, unbiased, third-party feedback on the quality and process of their spirits. In addition, ADI considers all spirits for our packaging awards, and evaluates them to see if they meet the standards for our Certification of Craft Spirits. All at no additional cost or paperwork. Deadlines Deadline to apply for COLA Waiver for International Spirits: December 22, 2019 Deadline for Spirits Registration: January 10, 2020 Deadline for Receiving Entries: January 16, 2020 Enter Today ADI 2020 Judging Fact Sheet.pdf ADI-2020-Judging-Submission-Guidelines.pdf Registration-Check-List.pdf
  12. It sounds like what you are looking for is the home distiller forum https://homedistiller.org/forum/ not ADI's
  13. I've noticed this same thing. I'm sure some of the big food companies have done market testing to see by what percentage can they reduce the volume of a container before the customer notices they are buying less. If the above proposal was just to add 500ml and replace 750ml with 700ml so that the US was in line with the rest of the world that would make some sense but to have no standard fill levels feels seems like it could result in a race to the bottom, but maybe I'm missing something.
  14. I am really curious, how distillers in our community feel about this proposed change? I could see how this would allow for greater flexibility and make import/exports easier. However, as a consumer it seems like this would create more confusion in the market with some spirits bottled in 700ml and some bottled in 750ml. According to WhiskyCast the Distilled Spirits Council is currently apposed to the proposal as written. I'd love to hear people's thoughts.
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    The American Distilling Institute has now opened the Request for Proposals for educational sessions for the ADI conference in New Orleans, April 2020. All interested distillers should take this opportunity 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 who you believe have something valuable to share and encourage them to submit a proposal online. Use our online form which will be open until June 7, 2019. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdKTCzggMjEKQaCg38jrKj_eYxqYOhWkK1_fd1Ij2fMwQcsWw/viewform
  16. Hello All, I am working on a 2019 update for ADI's Survey of Tasting Room Laws. I got a request to track which states expressly limit distillery tours and or tasting room access to persons who are 21 or older. Please let me know your state and if there is a age restriction for people who visit (not taste or drink in) your distillery. Thank you.
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    On November 26, 2018, TTB published their proposed Modernization of the Labeling and Advertising Regulations for Wine, Distilled Spirits, and Malt Beverages and is seeking public comment, Make the time to read through the proposed changes to the regulations governing distilled spirits and make an official comment (see link below). Your comment can help shape the US Liquor regulations for the next 20 years. Here is the 132 page proposal: https://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2018-11-26/pdf/2018-24446.pdf TTB's recommendations for making an effective public comment: https://www.regulations.gov/docs/Tips_For_Submitting_Effective_Comments.pdf Submit your official comments about the proposal to TTB here: https://www.regulations.gov/document?D=TTB-2018-0007-0001 Here is TTBs Stratiegec 5-Year Plan: https://www.ttb.gov/pdf/ttb_strategic_plan_print_v2.pdf
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    BLENDING AND MATURATION WORKSHOP FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7, SATURDAY DECEMBER 8 AND SUNDAY DECEMBER 9, 2018 IRONROOT REPUBLIC DISTILLING – DENISON, TX. INSTRUCTOR: NANCY FRALEY, NOSING SERVICES Click here for more details and to Register
  19. Good point. I can add this to the posting requirements.
  20. 2019 Judging of Craft Spirits Who Can Enter? ADI accepts US and International entries in all classes and categories of distilled spirits, RTDs, cocktail bitters, aperitif & fortified wines from small and medium-scale producers (maximum annual sales of 750,000 proof gallons). What Do I Get for Entering? 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 additional cost or paperwork. Award winners will receive physical awards as well as digital renderings of all applicable medals, awards and certifications. Deadlines Deadline for International Entries: November 30, 2018 Deadline for US Entries: December 14, 2018 Deadline to Receive Spirits: December 20, 2018 Entry Fees Early Bird Registration Up through November 18, 2018 ADI Members $200 per spirit for US entries $250 per spirit for international entries Bulk discount for members who enter more than 10 spirits Non-Members $300 per spirit for US entries $350 per spirit for international entries Standard Registration Begins November 19, 2018 ADI Members $250 per spirit for US entries $300 per spirit for international entries Bulk discount for members who enter more than 10 spirits Non-Members $350 per spirit for US entries $400 per spirit for international entrie Discount for Affiliate Associations Members of the following Affiliate Associations may enter their spirits at the ADI Member price even if they are not current members of ADI: The Gin Guild British Distillers Alliance Ontario Distillers Association BC Craft Distilling Association Australian Distillers Association Verband der Deutschen Whiskybrenner Southern African Craft Distilling Institute Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac Award winning spirits will receive their medals at ADI’s Annual Conference and Vendor Expo, March 18-21, 2019 in Denver, CO. For more information on how to enter visit www.distilling.com/judging Ready to Register? Enter Today ADI 2019 Judging Fact Sheet.pdf ADI 2019 Judging Shipping Label.pdf ADI 2019 Judging Submission Guidelines.pdf Registration Check List.pdf
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    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 proof gallons/year in annual sales). Register before November 19, 2018 and save $50/spirit entered. 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 additional cost or paperwork. Award winners will receive a physical awards as well as digital renderings of all applicable medals, awards and certifications. Deadline for International Entries: November 30, 2018 Deadline for US Entries: December 14, 2018 Deadline to Receive Spirits: December 20, 2018 Early-Bird Entry Fees ADI Members $200 per spirit for US entries $250 per spirit for international entries Bulk discount for members who enter more than 10 spirits Non-Members $300 per spirit for US entries $350 per spirit for international entries Discount for Affiliate Associations Members of the following Affiliate Associations: The Gin Guild British Distillers Alliance Ontario Distillers Association BC Craft Distilling Association Australian Distillers Association Verband der Deutschen Whiskybrenner Southern African Craft Distilling Institute Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac may enter their spirits at the ADI Member price even if they are not current members of ADI. Award winning spirits will receive their medals at ADI’s Annual Conference and Vendor Expo, March 18-21, 2019 in Denver, CO. For more information on how to enter visit www.distilling.com/judging Ready to register? Enter Today
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    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 proof gallons/year in annual sales). 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 additional cost or paperwork. Award winners will receive a physical awards as well as digital renderings of all applicable medals, awards and certifications. Deadline for International Entries: November 30, 2018 Deadline for US Entries: December 14, 2018 Deadline to Receive Spirits: December 20, 2018 Entry Fees ADI Members $250 per spirit for US entries $300 per spirit for international entries Bulk discount for members who enter more than 10 spirits Non-Members $350 per spirit for US entries $400 per spirit for international entries Discount for Affiliate Associations Members of the following Affiliate Associations: The Gin Guild British Distillers Alliance Ontario Distillers Association BC Craft Distilling Association Australian Distillers Association Verband der Deutschen Whiskybrenner Southern African Craft Distilling Institute Bureau National Interprofessionnel de l’Armagnac may enter their spirits at the ADI Member price even if they are not current members of ADI. Award winning spirits will receive their medals at ADI’s Annual Conference and Vendor Expo, March 18-21, 2019 in Denver, CO. For more information on how to enter visit www.distilling.com/judging Ready to register? Enter Today
  23. Calling all craft distilling leaders: 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 distillers! ........ ADI Conference & Vendor Expo March 18-21, 2019 in Denver, Colorado Submit Proposal Deadline to submit proposal: September 9, 2018
  24. The meeting with TTB went very well. I was able to give a presentation to all of the label specialists about some of the spirit trends in the market and I met with the labeling managers to provide them the feedback that distillers shared through our survey. If there are any specific questions about the meeting, contact me directly.
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    Calling all craft distilling leaders: 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 distillers! ........ ADI Conference & Vendor Expo March 18-21, 2019 in Denver, Colorado Submit Proposal Deadline to submit proposal: September 9, 2018
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