Creating Jobs: A New Chapter in American Distilling The American Brandy & Rum Campaign (AMBRU) is more than a movement to preserve the heritage of American distilling—it’s a bold vision for economic growth and job creation across the United States. By championing...
Why Georgia could have taken leadership for AMBRU Campaign Georgia had a compelling case to spearhead the AMBRU Campaign—a movement to celebrate and promote American brandy and rum as distinct, historically significant spirits. The state’s pioneering role in America’s...
Tennessee Whiskey: A Surge of Jobs and Heritage Since 2013 Tennessee whiskey isn’t just a sip of history—it’s a thriving industry that’s been pouring jobs into the Volunteer State since it earned its legal stripes in 2013. That year, Governor Bill Haslam signed House...
Missouri Bourbon: A New Official Whiskey Style Boosting Jobs In 2019, Missouri made headlines in the spirits world with the passage of House Bill 266, officially recognizing “Missouri Bourbon” as a distinct whiskey style. This legislation, signed into law...
The Rise of Indiana Rye Whiskey: How Legislation Sparked a Spirits Revolution Rye whiskey has long held a special place in America’s distilling history, with its bold, spicy character and deep roots in the northeastern states. But in recent years, a new chapter has...