Distilled spirits, also referred to as "liquor," are beverage alcohol products which are first fermented and then distilled. Beer and wine are not included in this definition. Accurate terms to refer to all three drinks are "beverage alcohol" or "alcohol beverages."

Located in Washington, DC, the Distilled Spirits Council of the United States is a national trade association representing America's leading brands of distilled spirits.

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