From Grains to Growlers: A Look at the Craft Beer Industry Supply Chain [INFOGRAPHIC]

The craft beer industry is quickly becoming more popular than any other alcohol segment. A typical craft brewer produces less than 2 million barrels annually, and does so in an independent, traditional fashion. Annual growth of the craft beer industry in past 5 years = 18.8% In 2014, the entire craft brewing industry (farm to consumer) contributed $55.7 billion to the U.S. economy Let’s take a look at the journey our beloved beverage takes to end up on our shelves.