The enactment of a new law in California to enable interstate direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of spirits has brought new energy and action to this exciting though still developing market. This is especially so in light of the latest data on consumer sentiment and demand for DtC spirits shipping across the U.S., as detailed in the 2025 Direct-to-Consumer Spirits Shipping Report. As the popularity of DtC spirits shipping grows and more states change their laws, California could prove to be the tip of the spear. 

What do distillers need to know about shipping to California and other states, what do the data tell us about DtC spirits trends, and how can we work to change the laws across the country? Join Alex Koral, regulatory general counsel for Sovos ShipCompliant, for a comprehensive look at the new California law, why DtC spirits shipping is still limited compared to wine shipping and what we can do about it.