The Distilling Brief
Distillery news, every two weeks
What changed in TTB and compliance, where tariffs and costs are moving, and what the craft and barrel markets are doing. Short, useful, and written for people who run distilleries. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
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Past issues
Craft distilling contracts; tariffs and DTC rights shift
The numbers from 2025 are sobering, and 2026 is already adding new pressure on multiple fronts. Here is what deserves your attention this issue.
Tariffs, California DTC, and a busy deal season
A lot moved in the past two weeks, and most of it has direct consequences for how distilleries plan, sell, and report. Here is what we think is worth your attention.
Tax pressure, tariffs, and a new barrel debut
Regulatory and trade pressures are stacking up from multiple directions this period, and the domestic market is not insulated from any of them. Here is what distillery owners and operators should be w