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RESOURCES FOR NEW BREWERIES

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How Much Does it Cost to Open a Brewery?

Everything you need to map out the costs to open a brewery, plus restaurant business templates to get you started.

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Everything You Need to Understand Your Brewery Financial Plan

Take control of your future brewery’s financial plans with this guide.

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Conducting Successful Brewery Industry Market and Competitive Analysis

Claim your niche with this guide to writing a market analysis for your brewery's business plan.

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How to Choose a Brewery Name + 26 Brewery Name Ideas to Inspire You

Want to open a brewery? One of the first steps — and one of the most fun! — is naming your brewery. Here's how to brainstorm a list of brewery names and choose the one that's best for your business.

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How To Design A Brewery: 9 Brewery Design Tips

Here are 9 design ideas that will make your brewery business stand out.

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How to Design a Brewery Floor Plan, Layout and Blueprint

Design your brewery’s floor plans for maximum chill with this blueprint and floor plan guide.

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How to Start a Brewery: Starting a Brewery Business Checklist

A brewery can be a dream come true for any beer-loving entrepreneur. Here's what it takes to open one.

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Brewery Business Plan Executive Summary

Create a killer brewery business plan with these tips on writing an executive summary.

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How Much do Breweries Make?

Is starting a brewery right for you? Here is a breakdown of how much breweries make.

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The Ultimate Guide to Restaurant Branding

Use this guide to get tips on how to create a restaurant brand that stands out, attracts customers, and drives repeat visits.

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BREWERY OPERATIONS

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A Guide to Different Types of Beer

The world of beer encompasses a wide variety of types and flavors. Learn about IPA, stouts, lagers, and ales, and what makes them all different.

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A Crash Course in Restaurant Music Licensing Laws

Check out our crash course on everything you need to know about restaurant music licensing laws and fees in your restaurant.

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How to Write Your Brewery’s Operations Plan

Attract the right investors with your business story with this guide to writing your brewery’s operations plan.

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Essential Brewery Supplies Guide for 2023

Build these essential brewery supplies into your business’s budget.

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Essential Brewery Equipment List

Starting a brewery is an expensive and potentially rewarding investment – set your brewery up for success with this ultimate equipment guide.

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6 Examples of Killer New Brewery Menu Ideas (2023)

Looking to create (or refresh) your brewery menu? Check out these tips and examples to bring your ideas to life.

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How to Write About Your Brewery’s Management Team

A brewery is only as good as its people, so plan to keep them (and yourself) happy with this guide.

STAFF MANAGEMENT FOR BREWERIES

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How to Survive the Restaurant Industry Labor Shortage

Dive into the data to see how to help boost employee retention for your restaurant operation — even amidst the ongoing labor shortage.

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How to Lower Restaurant Labor Costs in 2023

Read on to learn the changes you can make in your restaurant to control your labor costs and maximize your restaurant’s profitability this year, while keeping your staff’s needs in mind.

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The Split Shift: Your Restaurant's Secret Weapon for Scheduling

Here's how your business can benefit from the split shift to maintain labor and costs in a restaurant.

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How to Calculate Your Restaurant Labor Cost Percentage

Learn to calculate restaurant labor cost by hours worked, labor cost as a percentage of revenue, and labor cost as a percentage of restaurant operating costs.

BREWERY MARKETING RESOURCES

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What is Happy Hour?

Happy hour is a great way to bring in new customers and increase sales. Here's how to best optimize your restaurant's happy hour.

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How to Do Brewery Branding

Learn about brewery branding and how these tools and tactics can help you reach your beer-loving customers.

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10 Best Brewery Promotion Ideas (2023)

Put some brewery promotion ideas together that keep taps running.

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How to Create a Brewery Marketing Strategy

To attract customers, run a brewery marketing campaign. Here is a guide to brewery marketing strategy and ways to create your restaurant marketing budget.