American Craft Spirits Association Distillers Convention & Vendor Trade Show 2018
04mar(mar 4)12:00 am06(mar 6)11:59 pm
Event Details
The American Craft Spirits Association is a registered non-profit trade association representing the U.S. craft spirits industry. Join us at the 5th annual Distillers Convention & Trade Show that will bring together the largest gathering of craft spirits producers in the U.S.
This event was created for licensed Distilled Spirits Plant – DSPs and for people that are interested in learning how to plan for, budget for and open a new craft spirits distillery.
Bridging the Future – Educational Sessions
March 5 & 6
Our extensive lineup of more than 28 educational sessions are broken into three distinctive tracks.
- Business Essentials Track – Click on Day 2 & 3 below for details.
- Sales & Marketing Track – Click on Day 2 & 3 below for details.
- Technical Know-How Track – Click on Day 2 & 3 below for details.
Our cutting-edge education sessions offer attendees the opportunity to learn from some of the most experienced and prestigious professionals in the industry. Together, these tracks are sure to take your existing distillery or your distillery startup plans to the next level. Educational Sessions include full access to the Trade Show Exhibit Hall.
Members – $625 | Non-Members – $825
Click on DAY 2 and DAY 3 below for session details…
Trade Show Exhibit Hall
March 4, 5 & 6
Why wait for a good thing? This year, we’re helping you get more from your convention experience. Upon arrival on March 4th, come visit us at preregistration beginning at 4 pm and be welcomed with a libation and snack while visiting the trade show floor PRIOR to the official opening. Avoid the crowds and spend more time with our suppliers and friends in our industry. Trade Show Exhibit Hall entry is included for all paid attendees.
Pennsylvania Consumer Tasting Event at the Heinz History Center
Monday, March 5, 2018
ACSA has partnered with the Pennsylvania Guild to co-host a consumer tasting event at the Heinz History Center, an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institution. Luckily, we timed our convention with the last stop on a nationwide tour: AMERICAN SPIRITS – THE RISE AND FALL OF PROHIBITION. Come learn more about our industry and witness the first comprehensive exhibit dedicated to bringing to life the story of Prohibition.
Craft Spirits Judging Awards Dinner
Tuesday March 6, 2018
Drum Roll Please… Help us close our convention with an unparalleled night of fun. Be a part of our community to celebrate medalists from our annual Craft Spirits Competition and toast our 5th year as a trade group created and run by licensed craft spirits DSPs. See The Complete List: American Craft Spirits Association 2017 Award Winners here.
Pre-Convention Program
Making Sense of Plans & Blueprints – Building Your First Commercial Distillery
March 3rd & 4th
Dalkita Architecture and Construction, through its principals Scott and Colleen Moore, will provide the nuts and bolts of building your first commercial distillery. They will unveil the knowledge necessary to construct a safe and work-friendly distillery and provide practical advice on the concepts a distillery business owner must know.
Separate Ticketed Event | Member $395 | Non-Member $425
Invest in yourself in 2018 by signing up to attend the ACSA Distillers Convention and Vendor Trade Show in Pittsburgh, PA, the home of 446 bridges.
Have Questions?
Contact: Teresa McDaniel | 502-807-4249
Email: Teresa@AmericanCraftSpirits.org