Kentucky Distillers’ Association Announce Newest Bourbon Economy Numbers

 Celebrate a Thriving Industry Thanks to Decade of

KY Policy Advancements

Frankfort, Ky.— February 1, 2024— Spurred by a decade of legislative changes to Kentucky’s archaic alcohol laws, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) will join with Kentucky’s elected officials to release a new study examining the Bourbon industry’s impact on local, state, and global economies. The biennial report produced by Dr. Paul Coomes looks at the signature industry’s economic impact across the board, from jobs and tax revenue to agriculture and tourism and more.

WHAT: 2024 Bourbon Economy Report

*Based on most recently available data as of December 31, 2023

WHEN: Tuesday February 6 at 12:45 PM

WHO: Governor Andy Beshear

Senate President Robert Stivers

Speaker of the House David Osborne

Agriculture Commissioner Jonathan Shell

Jes Pendergrass – KDA Chair, General Counsel & Chief Compliance Officer at Heaven Hill

Eric Gregory – President, Kentucky Distillers’ Association

WHERE: Kentucky State Capitol, State Reception Room

700 Capital Avenue, Room 220

Frankfort, KY 40220

LIVE STREAM: The event will be live streamed on KDA’s Facebook page.

Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association (KDA) is the worldwide voice of Bourbon.

About the Kentucky Distillers’ Association:

Founded in 1880, the Kentucky Distillers’ Association is the legendary voice for Kentucky’s signature Bourbon and distilled spirits industry. Its diverse and growing membership produces the overwhelming majority of the world’s Bourbon, from historic, global brands to emerging micro distilleries that are fostering the next generation of the Commonwealth’s landmark economic engine and its thriving, timeless craft. Member benefits include media relations, international trade development, private sampling events, technical assistance, economic development support, networking, legal defense, marketing strategies, governmental and regulatory advocacy and innovative tourism experiences through the KDA’s world-famous Kentucky Bourbon Trail® and Kentucky Bourbon Trail Craft Tour® adventures. A 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, the KDA maintains an open membership policy, champions a strong commitment to the responsible and moderate consumption of spirits, and fights to curb underage drinking and drunk driving. Learn more at www.kybourbon.com and www.kybourbontrail.com.

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