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What can the beer market tell us about the economy?

Mar 17, 2023
A beer industry group's data shows a steep decline for the craft segment in February as consumers spent more consciously.
While seltzer sales saw an uptick last year, craft beer sales declined.
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Why are beer growlers more expensive than six-packs?

Sep 9, 2022
Breweries tend to charge more per ounce if you’re getting large amounts of alcohol, contrary to conventional wisdom.
Buying in bulk: A growler of beer is filled at a Miami brewery.
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Hard seltzer explosion continues to bubble

Feb 18, 2020
The fizzy alcoholic beverages seem to be pulling market share mostly from light beer and appeal equally to men and women.
Cartons of hard seltzer White Claw are on display at the Round the Clock Deli in New York City in September.
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From farm to glass: How hops are priced

Dec 26, 2016
Hops provide the bitter taste beer drinkers love, but who says how much these fragrant little flowers are worth?
"Beer is still good business," says Patrick Smith, CEO of Loftus Ranches in Yakima, Washington. Above, fresh hops from a California farm.
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