craft beer

noun

: a specialty beer produced in limited quantities : microbrew

Examples of craft beer in a Sentence

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The Rhythm & Brews Festival is from 1 to 4 p.m. June 28 with craft beer, live music and vendors at Citrus and Broadway in downtown Vista. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2025 The lip balm is a small part of Molson Coors’ larger plan to revive the brand, which has declined amid a broader slowdown in craft beer sales. Jordan Valinsky, CNN Money, 11 June 2025 Guests can choose from a variety of premium experiences—from a classic FrontRunner buffet with track views, to a BBQ picnic with craft beer and ice cream, or whiskey tastings in the Chandelier Room. Charlie Vargas, Oc Register, 10 June 2025 Duck into King State for craft beer and third-wave coffee, all under one roof, or browse the funky vintage shops along 7th Avenue. Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 9 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for craft beer

Word History

First Known Use

1986, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of craft beer was in 1986

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“Craft beer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/craft%20beer. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.

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