Michigan Proclaims November 2026 as Craft Beverage Month, an Industry Worth $7.3 Billion a Year
Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has issued a proclamation declaring November 2026 as Michigan Craft Beverage Month, recognizing the contributions of the state's wine, beer, spirits and cider industries to the economy and tourism.
According to the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, the state has more than 750 craft beverage establishments and ranks in the top 15 nationally for wineries, distilleries, breweries and cideries. The industry supports more than 25,000 jobs and $7.3 billion in annual economic impact, drawing 3.9 million visitors a year who generate $892.6 million in tourism spending.
MDARD Director Tim Boring said craft beverages connect Michigan's farms, vineyards and small-town main streets. Craft Beverage Council Director Jenelle Jagmin said the MichiganCrafted brand, launched in 2025, will expand into retailers including Busch's Fresh Food Market this winter.
Over the past seven years, MDARD and the Craft Beverage Council have awarded about $3 million in research and education grants supporting local ingredients and production. (Source: Office of the Governor of Michigan)
Source: Office of the Governor of Michigan
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