The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) announced that registration is open for its 2027 Annual Conference which will be held March 15-17 at the Omni Shoreham hotel in Washington, D.C. 

“The DISCUS Annual Conference has earned its reputation as a premier gathering for industry insights and meaningful networking,” DISCUS President and CEO Chris Swonger said in a news release. “We look forward to welcoming spirits leaders back to Washington, D.C., where they will engage on critical issues, tackle challenges facing the industry and chart a path forward for continued growth and success.” 

The conference will convene important stakeholders from across the spirits industry—including decision-makers, innovators and supply chain partners—for a dynamic exchange of ideas and relationship building. Attendees will hear the latest on mission-critical policies impacting the spirits sector; learn from industry thought leaders; and walk away with tangible insights to boost their business. 

Networking remains a cornerstone of the conference experience. This year’s conference will include two on-site receptions and a trade show where spirits industry partners will showcase their latest products, services and innovations. 

Conference registration is now open here. 

To receive “early bird” pricing, register before Nov. 20. Registration pricing is detailed below: 

• Early Bird (DISCUS Member): $1175 
• Early Bird (Non-Member): $1325 
• Standard (DISCUS Member): $1475 
• Standard (Non-Member): $1625 
• Government Rate: $795 

To register, reserve your hotel accommodations, become a sponsor and learn more about the 2026 DISCUS Annual Conference, please visit our conference site here. 

For questions or information on sponsorship or trade show booths, contact membership@distilledspirits.org. 

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About DISCUS

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States (DISCUS) represents the leading producers and marketers of distilled spirits and is the leading voice and advocate for distilled spirits in the United States. DISCUS advocates on legislative, regulatory and public affairs issues impacting the distilled spirits sector at the local, state, federal and international levels; promotes the distilled spirits sector, raising awareness and opening markets in the United States and around the globe; and encourages responsible and moderate consumption of distilled spirits as part of an enjoyable adult lifestyle based on evidence-based research and policy. For more information, visit Distilled Spirits Council of the United States.