Distilled Spirits Council hails ‘historic’ legislation

The Distilled Spirits Council of the United States has successfully lobbied Colorado lawmakers to pass a “historic” piece of legislation for spirits, wine and beer in the state.

The Distilled Spirits Council has hailed a “historic” piece of alcohol legislation in Colorado

Following an effort by the Distilled Spirits Council to “modernise” Colorado’s alcohol laws, the state legislature has passed a bill that allows spirits, wine and beer to be sold in grocery stores.

Under the bill, grocery and package stores can obtain spirits, wine and beer licenses from 1 January 2017.

“Our shared success in modernising Colorado’s alcohol laws is a testament to the benefit of working together to find an equitable solution,” said Distilled Spirits Council president and CEO Kraig R. Naasz.

“Stakeholders came together to urge the legislature to seek a compromise that benefits both small and large suppliers, grocers, retailers and, importantly, Colorado’s consumers. We commend the legislature for acting and urge the Governor to sign this legislation following the Senate’s final approval.”

Earlier this month, the Distilled Spirits Council announced a rebrand in an effort to “modernise the association’s public presence”.