Is your craft beer program facing its biggest challenge yet? With craft beer production plummeting 4% in 2024—the largest decline outside the pandemic—bar owners need to act fast to protect their profits.

For the first time in two decades, brewery closures (501) have outpaced openings (434). This seismic shift signals a transformation in consumer preferences and market dynamics that directly impacts your bar's bottom line.

In this episode, discover:

• How to transform your beer program to match evolving consumer tastes
• Strategic ways to maintain margins despite market pressures
• Innovative event programming that drives traffic in the changing landscape
• Expert insights on diversifying your beverage program
• Practical steps to position your bar for success in the new craft beer era

Ready to adapt your bar to these changes? Listen now to get actionable strategies you can implement immediately.

Learn More:
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The Bar Business Podcast Website
Chris' Book 'How to Make Top-Shelf Profits in the Bar Business'

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A podcast for bar, pub, tavern, nightclub, and restaurant owners, managers, and hospitality professionals, covering essential topics like bar inventory, marketing strategies, restaurant financials, and hospitality profits to help increase bar profits and overall success in the hospitality industry.