Production of craft beer in the US has risen stronglyrnin recent years, a trend that will continue as consumers continue to move away from mainstream varieties. This part of the marketrnhas attracted interest from small brewers and multinationals alike;rnhowever, growth will not be without challenges. US brewers couldrnface a rise in the price of hops – a key input that adds flavour – asrnh ops are typically used in much greater amounts in craft beerrnproduction compared with mainstream beer.
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