State of the Industry: Craft Beer in the U.S.

Published:  February 2026 (20th Edition)

Price:  $179.00

Report Contents:  (84 pages)

Written Analysis (54 pages):

Drivers of Industry Growth

Millennials and Gen Z Key to Future Success as Gen X Increases Craft Beer Consumption

Boomers, Women, and Hispanics are Viable Craft Beer Targets

Strategic Partnerships, Collaborations, and Consolidation

Organic Beer Sales

Greener Practices Save Money and Help Boost Demand

Craft Beer Sales Trends

Craft Beer Sales by State

Top Craft Beer Styles

Aluminum Can Supply and Tariffs Impact Craft Beer Production and Prices

Per Capita Consumption

Number, Location, and Composition of Craft Beer Breweries

Leading Craft Beer Breweries

Distribution Trends and Top Brands

Producer and Consumer Prices for Beer

Demographic Trends for Expenditures on Beer

Economy’s Impact on Craft Beer Sales

Craft Breweries Diversify Through RTD Cocktails, Spirits, Hard Seltzer, and Non-Alcoholic Beer

Export Markets Provide More Opportunities for Craft Brewers

Social Media is a Vital Marketing Tool for Craft Beer Companies

Sources and Methodology

Statistical Tables (26 tables):

Dollar and Volume Sales of Craft Beer in the U.S., 2010-2030

Average Price Per Gallon of Craft Beer Sold in the U.S., 2010-2030

Volume Sales of Craft Beer in the U.S., by State, 2025

Market Shares for the Top 15 Styles of Craft Beer, 2024 and 2025

Total Volume Sales of Beer in the U.S., 2010-2030

Volume Sales of Beer in the U.S., Domestic vs. Imported, 2010-2030

Volume Sales of Beer in the U.S., by State, 2025

Volume Sales of Craft Beer in the U.S., as a Percentage of Total Beer Sales, 2010-2030

Per Capita Consumption of Craft Beer in the U.S., 2010-2030

Per Capita Consumption of Craft Beer in the U.S., by State, 2025

Per Capita Consumption of All Beer in the U.S., 2010-2030

Per Capita Consumption of All Beer in the U.S., by State, 2025

Number of Craft Beer Breweries in the U.S., 2010-2030

Number of Craft Beer Breweries in the U.S., by State, 2025

Number of Craft Beer Breweries in the U.S., by Type of Brewer, 2024, 2025, and 2030

Craft Beer Market Shares in the U.S., by Type of Brewer, 2024, 2025, and 2030

Ranking of the Top 30 Craft Beer Brewers in the U.S., Based on 2024 Volume Sales

U.S. Dollar Sales for the Top 10 Brands of Craft Beer, 2025

U.S. Dollar and Unit Sales for the Top 10 Brands of Craft Beer, 2024

U.S. Producer Price Trends for Beer, 2010-2030

U.S. Producer Price Trends for Beer, Canned vs. Bottled, 2010-2030

U.S. Producer Price Trends for Beer in Barrels and Kegs, 2010-2030

U.S. Consumer Price Trends for Beer, At Home vs. Away From Home, 2010-2030

Average Annual Household Expenditures on Beer, by Detailed Demographic Characteristics, 2025 and 2030

Average Annual Household Expenditures on Beer At Home, by Detailed Demographic Characteristics, 2025 and 2030

Average Annual Household Expenditures on Beer Away From Home, by Detailed Demographic Characteristics, 2025 and 2030

Graphs (4 graphs):

Dollar Sales of Craft Beer in the U.S., 2020-2030

Volume Sales of Craft Beer in the U.S., 2020-2030

Average Price Per Gallon of Craft Beer Sold in the U.S., 2020-2030

Market Shares for the Top 10 Styles of Craft Beer, 2025

Click here for State of the Industry Snapshot:  Non-Alcoholic Beer in the U.S.