Cedar Ridge Distillery

Swisher, United States

Cedar Ridge Distillery is a family-owned craft distillery located in Swisher, Iowa that specializes in producing artisanal whiskey.

CCI Score

7.98

-0.01% April 18

Latest Event

Cedar Ridge Distillery Hosts Progressive Legislative Launch

On December 6, 2023, Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher served as the venue for the 2024 sixth annual Legislative Launch event. At this gathering, corridor business leaders, lobbyists, and politicians discussed progressive policy measures aimed at enhancing workforce development, affordable housing, and overall economic inclusion in Iowa.

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Cedar Ridge Distillery is currently rated as an Objector.

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These companies deliberately avoid direct involvement with authoritarian practices. While they do not actively challenge oppressive regimes, they maintain a neutral stance to ensure they are not complicit in supporting such systems.

Latest Events

DEC

06

2023

Cedar Ridge Distillery Hosts Progressive Legislative Launch
43.60

On December 6, 2023, Cedar Ridge Distillery in Swisher served as the venue for the 2024 sixth annual Legislative Launch event. At this gathering, corridor business leaders, lobbyists, and politicians discussed progressive policy measures aimed at enhancing workforce development, affordable housing, and overall economic inclusion in Iowa.
+50

Public and Political Behavior

March 30

By providing its venue for a legislative event that promotes progressive policies—including workforce development, affordable housing, and inclusive economic growth—Cedar Ridge Distillery is indirectly supporting public political engagement aimed at countering authoritarian tendencies. This act enables community dialogue and progressive reform initiatives.

Corridor business organizations address policies at Legislative Launch
JUN

01

2018

Cedar Ridge Distillery’s Endorsement of Trump Amid Tariff Crisis
-40.00

In response to recurring EU tariff threats that forced Cedar Ridge Distillery to exit the EU market in 2018, the company’s leadership has publicly aligned with President Trump’s stance for zero tariffs. This political endorsement is highlighted in a Fox News opinion piece, underscoring the distillery's reliance on interventionist policies to mitigate trade disruption.
MAY

10

2017

Iowa Distillery Bill and Lobbying Success
20.33

Cedar Ridge Distillery successfully lobbied for the Iowa Distillery Bill, a law that now permits the distillery to serve a drink made from its own product, helping to level the playing field for local craft distillers.
+50

Political Contributions and Lobbying Efforts

March 30

Cedar Ridge Distillery's extensive lobbying efforts led to a regulatory change that benefits small craft producers. The successful passage of the Iowa Distillery Bill demonstrates proactive engagement in shaping public policy to promote a more equitable market, reflecting a commitment to democratic and progressive regulatory change.

Iowa Distillery Bill Gets Signed Into Law!
+40

Executive Political Engagement

March 30

The General Manager’s enthusiastic support of the new law reflects strong executive political engagement that promotes a fair and competitive industry environment. This leadership underscores a responsible and forward-thinking approach in influencing public policy in favor of local and artisanal businesses.

Iowa Distillery Bill Gets Signed Into Law!