ABOUT

Formed in 2017, the Iowa Brewers Guild exists to unify craft brewing professionals, promote Iowa beer, and advocate for the industry’s growth.

STATS

Iowa is home to more than 115 craft brewing operations located in 76 Iowa communities.

The IBG is made up of brewery, cidery, and meadery members. In addition, the Guild includes retail members and vendors who support and partner with the industry.

A 2015 Iowa Craft Beer Economic Impact Study, funded by the Iowa Wine and Beer Promotion Board, revealed that the Iowa craft brewing industry:

• supports over 6,800 jobs;

• has a $1 Billion impact to the Iowa economy;

• produced nearly 41,000 barrels of beer in 2014

According to the Brewers Association, Iowa breweries produced 120,755 barrels of beer in 2018, doubling production in just two years.

An updated economic impact study is currently in the works.

CONTACT

For more information about the IBG or interview requests, please contact Guild Executive Director Noreen Otto- notto@iowabeer.org