Missouri is home to numerous craft breweries, and the world-famous Budweiser family of beers. But did you know the beer industry contributes more than $12.4 billion annually to Missouri’s economy, and supports more than 57,000 jobs in the state?
That is according to a new study jointly commissioned by the National Beer Wholesalers Association (NBWA) and the Beer Institute.
More than eight years after the InBev acquisition, Missouri-based Anheuser-Busch remains a force as a world leader in brewing. But most people don’t know Missouri is becoming known for its craft beer production as well. Companies like Boulevard Brewing Co., Urban Chestnut, Mother’s Brewing Company and more are producing hundreds of thousands of barrels of craft beer each year.
More than 50 breweries currently call Missouri home, in addition to more than 20 distilleries and more than 130 wineries. In fact, one could say Missouri alcohol industry has entered a new golden age.
So if you are growing brewery looking to expand, or just looking to try a pint of something new, come check out what Missouri can offer you.
For more information on Missouri contact Steve Johnson, CEO of Missouri Partnership, at 314.725.2688 or via our contact form, with any questions you might have, and learn how Missouri Partnership can help with your business expansion and investment needs.
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