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WHAT IS THE MINNESOTA CRAFT BEVERAGE COUNCIL?

The MN Craft Beverage Council is made up of several associations representing our state’s craft beverage manufacturers. The goal of the MCBC is to advocate for our state’s craft beverage producers and create a landscape that allows them, along with other industry stakeholders, to thrive.

WINERIES

90+ Minnesota Farm Wineries

seeking changes to wine
tax structure, small producer self-distribution

mnwines.org

BREWERIES

180+ Minnesota Craft Breweries

seeking changes beer-to-go laws to allow growler sales for everyone & sales in 12/16oz containers

mncraftbrew.org

DISTILLERIES

40+ Minnesota Microdistilleries

seeking changes to sales direct from tasting rooms to allow for sales in larger format bottles

mndistillersguild.org

CIDERIES

20+ Minnesota Cidermakers

seeking changes to current tax requirements and credits, the ability to self-distribute products

mncider.org

WHY ARE THESE PRODUCERS WORKING TOGETHER?

COVID-19 devastated the hospitality industry. All craft beverage producers lost the ability to sell their products on-site for most of the year. Because we are in this together, we knew it was time for us to work as one at the Capitol.

These groups have asked for these changes for several years, but now more than ever, it is critical for the MN Legislature to pass this legislation in 2021 to ensure these businesses survive and contribute to the State’s recovery.

Minnesota is either last or close to last in the country when it comes to modern liquor laws—a “prohibition hangover.” MN lawmakers need to support the growth of this industry as it directly contributes to our state’s economy.

Minnesotan craft beverage consumers appreciate the local culture that surrounds these small businesses. Communities have experienced growth in jobs and tourism—factors that contribute directly to our state’s economy.