California is the birthplace of the American craft brewing movement and at the forefront of the industry’s growth. Today, more breweries call California home than any other state in the nation. As of March 2021, more than 1,100 craft breweries are in operation across the state, more than any other state in the nation.
CCBA’s brewery members and craft beer enthusiasts play an important role in supporting the economic engine in California. In 2018, craft breweries contributed $9.01 billion to the state’s economy. The industry supports more than 61,335 jobs across the state.
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