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RTDC Quarterly Reports Now Live on PLCB+

Feb 7 2025

Quarterly Reports Now Live on PLCB+ MESSAGE FROM GENERAL COUNSEL OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DISTILLERS GUILD (PADG) To: Pennsylvania Distillers Guild – Leadership and Member Distillers From: Anthony M. Brichta, Esq., General Counsel Date: February 7, 2025 As PADG Members will recall, Act 86 of 2024 revolutionized the way Ready to Drink Cocktails (“RTDCs”) are sold in Pennsylvania. […]

Guidance Regarding Taxes on RTDCs Sold by PA Manufacturers

Nov 15 2024

Guidance Regarding Taxes on RTDCs Sold by PA Manufacturers MESSAGE FROM GENERAL COUNSEL OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DISTILLERS GUILD (PADG) To: Pennsylvania Distillers Guild – Leadership and Member Distillers From: Anthony M. Brichta, Esq., General Counsel Date: November 15, 2024 When Act 86 of 2024 was passed in July, the PADG was able to successfully advocate for the […]

Guild Message Regarding Recent RTD Legislation

July 23 2024

Message Regarding Recent RTD Legislation and Other Updates to the Liquor Code MESSAGE FROM GENERAL COUNSEL OF THE PENNSYLVANIA DISTILLERS GUILD (PADG) To: Pennsylvania Distillers Guild – Leadership and Member Distillers From: Anthony M. Brichta, Esq., General Counsel Date: July, 22, 2024 This message summarizes two (2) recent bills that have been signed into law that directly […]

Ready-to-Drink Cocktails (RTDC)

Sept 01 2024

Ready-to-Drink Cocktails (RTDC) The PLCB is now accepting applications for ready-to-drink cocktail (RTDC) permits. RTDC permits will be available to retail liquor licensees eligible for wine expanded permits (restaurants, hotels, supermarkets, convenience stores, etc.) and to distributors and importing distributors of malt and brewed beverages, all of which must be certified in the Responsible Alcohol […]

PA Distillers Guild Launches New Website

Oct 30 2023

PA Distillers Guild Launches New Website This fall, the PADG is so excited to announce the relaunch of our website and there could not be a more perfect time. With new mobile-friendly features tailored to navigating the spirits world in Pennsylvania, the site is truly aims to be the prime distiller’s resource for guidance in […]

Barrel 21 / Rock & Rye

Now Available

Barrel 21 Rock & Rye From Barrel 21: “Rock and Rye Whiskey (80 proof) is our Woodcock Rye Whiskey that is infused with a variety of fruits and spices and released every October. This infusion includes oranges, lemons, pineapple, horehound drops, honey, cloves, and cinnamon sticks. The resulting whiskey is a well-balanced blend of citrusy […]

Liberty Pole / Spiced Whiskey 2023 Release

Now Available

Liberty Pole Spirits Spiced Whiskey 2023 Release From Liberty Pole: “For this seasonal release, Liberty Pole takes their aged rye whiskey and delicately infuses it with cinnamon, allspice, orange, and brown sugar. Allspice, orange, and rye blend beautifully on the nose. Once on the palate you’ll taste the warming fall spice and orange while still […]

Follow the PA Distillers Guild on LinkedIn & Instagram

Oct 28 2023

Follow the PA Distillers Guild on LinkedIn & Instagram Now that our website refresh has been launched, the PADG is also pleased to announce that we’re also out there on social media. Connect with us on LinkedIn and Instagram to keep up on the all the current action we’re shaking up in the great state […]

Philadelphia Distillery Trail

Philadelphia Distillery Trail Craft distilleries in the Philadelphia region are absolutely booming, helping to restore Pennsylvania to its once-prominent place in the national distilling conversation. Craft distilleries in the Philadelphia region are absolutely booming, helping to restore Pennsylvania to its once-prominent place in the national distilling conversation. Until Prohibition wiped out the state’s industry, Pennsylvania […]

Dutch Country

Dutch Country In every bottle of Appalachian Spirits, you will discover the full-bodied and exceptional flavor that comes from the “Appalachian Way.” Their spirits are distilled with recipes born from Appalachian Moonshiners and methods that were meticulously refined over the years. From the pure, clean water to their handcrafted process, you will taste naturally superior […]