LANSING, Mich. — Michigan's governor honored the craft beverage industry in the state with the proclamation that November is Michigan Craft Beverage Month.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer made the announcement Monday, encouraging Michiganders to support locally produced wine, beer, cider and spirits this holiday season.
“Michigan’s multi-billion-dollar craft beverage industry supports thousands of good-paying jobs and strengthens local communities across the state,” said Whitmer. “During Michigan Craft Beverage Month, I encourage Michiganders to join us in saying ‘Cheers’ to the excellent products we make right here at home. Let’s keep working together to support this iconic industry and grow our economy.”
Whitmer's proclamation heralds the success of the industry in the state with more than 900 craft beverage producers, which includes the more than 400 breweries in Michigan.
The proclamation also said Michigan is home to more than 190 wineries, 110 small distillers and nearly 200 cideries.
You can read the entire proclamation here.