Wisconsin Distillers Guild, Inc. is a 501(c)(6) non-profit organization.  In 2014 several of Wisconsin’s distillers formed this association to promote Wisconsin made spirits.  Related issues we also promote include; Wisconsin agriculture, tourism, small batch distillation and the safe enjoyment of alcoholic beverages.

Wisconsin’s small distillers face many challenges including government regulation and taxation issues, and misconceptions of safety. We believe that there is a great lack of understanding of spirits when compared to other types of alcoholic beverages.

Our membership is made up of licensed DSP’s (Distilled Spirits Plants) producing beverage alcohol in Wisconsin. DSP’s are required to be licensed by both the federal government and state government. The Wisconsin Distillers Guild board is as follows:

President – Brian Sammons, Twisted Path Distillery

Vice President – Peter Nomm, Northern Waters Distillery

Secretary/Treasurer – Amy Czaplewski

Director – Guy Rehorst, Great Lakes Distillery

Director – Paul Werni, 45th Parallel Distilery

Director – Brian Cummins, Great Northern Distillery

Director – Matthew Rick, Infinity Beverages

Director – Evan Hughes, Central Standard Distillery