Voting Member
Voting Member
VOTING MEMBER
Requirements & Benefits
A craft distiller defined as:
Creating original spirits distilled by the DSP that reflect a handcrafted vision and approach to production, including fermenting, distilling, redistilling, blending, infusing, aging, proofing, bottling and labeling. NOTE: This does not mean all products for a given DSP have to be ‘craft spirits.’ As long as at least one product being produced meets the requirements of Voting Member, the entity will be considered for membership as a voting member.
Holding TTB-approved labels that state “Distilled By” followed by the name of the DSP.
With annual production from all sources not exceeding 100,000 proof gallons removed from bond.
Independently-owned with less than 25% of the craft distillery owned/controlled by members in the alcoholic beverage industry who are not themselves craft distillers.
Membership includes voting rights; i.e., one vote for a single representative of the company.
Must be a member in good standing and agree to adhere to and uphold the Guild’s Code of Ethics.
Annual Dues: $200 (or pro-rated to $100 7/1-12/31 of current year for new members only).
BENEFITS include:
Full voting rights on MCDG matters.
Experienced representation to advocate on state and federal legislative matters affecting the craft distillery industry.
Collective status to leverage purchasing power (i.e. insurance, bulk commodity discounts, etc.).
Listing on MCDG website and other social media including logo, distillery description and location on online Missouri Spirits Expedition map.
Access to MCDG member-only website and data.
Listing on Missouri Spirits Expedition map and with option to participate in Missouri Spirits Expedition Program.
Access to MCDG marketing materials.
Invitation to MCDG member-only promotional, educational, and social events.
Permission to use MCDG logo at booths and events.
NOTE: These benefits are subject to change. Any changes will be communicated to members in a timely manner by the MCDG Board of Directors.
MCDG Voting Member Membership Requirements & Benefits
A craft distiller defined as:
Creating original spirits distilled by the DSP that reflect a handcrafted vision and approach to production, including fermenting, distilling, redistilling, blending, infusing, aging, proofing, bottling and labeling. NOTE: This does not mean all products for a given DSP have to be ‘craft spirits.’ As long as at least one product being produced meets the requirements of Voting Member, the entity will be considered for membership as a voting member.
Holding TTB-approved labels that state “Distilled By” followed by the name of the DSP.
With annual production from all sources not exceeding 100,000 proof gallons removed from bond.
Independently-owned with less than 25% of the craft distillery owned/controlled by members in the alcoholic beverage industry who are not themselves craft distillers.
Membership includes voting rights; i.e., one vote for a single representative of the company.
Must be a member in good standing and agree to adhere to and uphold the Guild’s Code of Ethics (BELOW).
Annual Dues: $200 (or pro-rated to $100 7/1-12/31 of current year for new members only).
BENEFITS include:
Full voting rights on MCDG matters.
Experienced representation to advocate on state and federal legislative matters affecting the craft distillery industry.
Collective status to leverage purchasing power (i.e. insurance, bulk commodity discounts, etc.).
Listing on MCDG website and other social media including logo, distillery description and location on online Missouri Spirits Expedition map.
Access to MCDG member-only website and data.
Listing on Missouri Spirits Expedition map and with option to participate in Missouri Spirits Expedition Program.
Access to MCDG marketing materials with members-only pricing
Invitation to MCDG member-only promotional, educational, and social events
Permission to use MCDG logo at booths and events.
NOTE: These benefits are subject to change. Any changes will be communicated to members in a timely manner by the MCDG Board of Directors.
Questions?
Contact Tara Steffens
tara@pinckneybend.com
Remember to forward your company logo.
Forward a digital file with your company’s logo to Lynn DeLean-Weber, ldweber@edelbrandpuredistilling.com .