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There are several distinct business models among craft breweries, including taproom and brewpub models, production breweries on both small and regional scales, as well as those breweries that are just getting started. Each one of these models comes with its own unique challenges and opportunities. Dive into these resources to learn best practices for your particular model.

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Join the Club?

Do brewery membership programs still make sense in today’s market? Using data from 140 breweries, this analysis examines what membership programs generate in revenue and who’s actually participating. Exploring differences between monthly and annual tiers, the findings reveal how loyalty, pricing, and commitment intersect in modern craft beer. For breweries looking to drive taproom traffic, retain regulars, or rethink their membership program strategy, the data offers practical insight into what’s working, and why.Read More

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Staff Economist

Matt Gacioch (he/him), staff economist for the Brewers Association, helps members make sense of the data that enable their businesses to thrive. He brings experience from market analytics, brewery operations, and consulting, along with an MBA, MS, and BS from the University of Michigan. Follow him on Instagram @craft_econ

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Sales & Marketing

For the September/October 2025 The New Brewer, we present our annual Sales & Marketing issue. The issue includes topics such as focusing on taproom hospitality; multi-channel sales prospecting; marketing to traditional media; and how craft breweries are riding out business uncertainty from tariffs and other challenges. Read More

This issue is brought to you by Great American Beer Festival

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Creating More Memorable & Profitable Taproom Experiences

Craft Brewers Conference 2025Indianapolis, IndianaSpeaker(s): Jessa Butler, Andrew Coplon, Blake Edmunds, Veronica Pesak

A taproom experience is not only about making quality beer; it’s also about creating an inviting atmosphere that engages everyone. When you combine quality beer, engaging staff, and a welcoming environment, you create a “wow” experience.Read More

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The Ins and Outs of Contract Brewing

Craft Brewers Conference 2025Indianapolis, IndianaSpeaker(s): Alisa Bowens-Mercado, Brian Faivre, Phil Markowski, Matthew Osterman

Contract brewing offers startups and scaling breweries a low-cost, flexible path to market, but requires careful partner selection and clear agreements.Read More

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