Certified Independent Brewer

A Certified Independent Brewer is a small or medium-sized brewery that operates without majority ownership or significant influence by a large, well-known beverage corporation. This certification recognizes breweries that are truly independent, emphasizing their autonomy in brewing decisions, business practices, and product development. Certification often involves meeting specific criteria set by industry organizations, ensuring consumers that the beer is crafted by an independent brewery. It highlights the brewery's commitment to independence, quality, and local ownership, allowing consumers to make informed choices supporting small-scale and locally-driven brewing traditions.