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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about registering for ADI’s Judging of Craft Spirits. If you have any questions not covered in this section please email: eric@distilling.com

What are the dates for ADI’s 2018 Judging of Craft Spirits?

Registration Opens:
August 30, 2017

Last Day for Early Bird Registration:
December 24, 2017

Deadline for International Entries:
January 5, 2018

Deadline for US Entries:
January 19, 2018

Deadline to Receive Spirits:
January 25, 2018

What is my Class/Type#?

What is my DSP#?

Your Distilled Spirits Plant number is DSP followed by State abbreviation and a number i.e. DSP-ST-12345. Do not enter your permit number which is looks like ST-S-12345. For bitters and vermouth producers who do not have a DSP or for International distillers, you will enter 0000.

 What is my TTB ID#?

This is a unique 14-digit number for each approved COLA. It can be found through the TTBs Public COLA Registryor in Box 1 of your printed COLA. If you do not have a COLA you will enter 0000.

What is my Class/Type#?

These three digit numbers correspond to the class and type of spirit. It can be found through the TTBs Public COLA  Registry or in CT Box of your printed COLA. If you do not have a COLA you will enter 0000.