National Beer Day is April 7, and what a perfect day to crack open a brew from a Michigan brewery.
A survey done by GreatLakesStakes.com has determined that the Mitten is among the top states for beer lovers. The survey ranked Michigan as No. 1 according to quality ranking, quantity ranking and affordability ranking.
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According to the state’s betting company, in 2022, six breweries in Michigan won seven medals at the World Beer Cup. The company also reported that more than 65,000 Michiganders work in the beer industry throughout the state.
In 2018, there were close to 500 breweries in the state. The oldest microbrewery in Michigan is Frankenmuth Brewery which was founded in 1862.
Below are the top 10 Michigan breweries according to Forbes:
- Bell’s Brewery -- Kalamazoo
- Founders Brewing -- Grand Rapids
- Griffin Claw Brewing -- Birmingham
- New Holland Brewing -- Holland
- Jolly Pumpkin Artisan Ales -- Ann Arbor
- Speciation Artisan Ales -- Comstock Park
- Arcadia Brewing -- Kalamazoo
- Kuhnhenn Brewing -- Warren
- Short’s Brewing -- Bellaire
- Blackrocks Brewery -- Marquette
What kind of beer are you? Below a few Michiganders describe themselves as their favorite brew:
In 2022, Michigan’s Liquor Control Board reported that, on average, Michiganders drink up to 23 gallons of beer a year.
Below are the top 10 states for beer lovers, according to GreatLakesStakes.com:
| Overall Rank | State |
|---|---|
| 1 | Michigan |
| 2 | Iowa |
| 3 | Illinois |
| 4 | Colorado |
| 5 | Missouri |
| 6 | New York |
| 7 | Indiana |
| 8 | Rhode Island |
| 9 | North Carolina |
| 10 | Minnesota |
Pick your favorite Michigan brewery in our poll below! ✋
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