by jayfriday | Jan 13, 2026 | Brewery Financials, Brewery Industry, Brewery Valuation, Sell Brewery
Very few people, if any, get excited when they hear the word AUDIT. In this article, we will focus on financial audits as they play a critical role when both selling a business and/or buying one. Craft breweries are unique businesses. Many started small, grew quickly,...
by jayfriday | Jan 5, 2026 | Brewery Financials, Brewery Industry, Brewery Valuation, Sell Brewery
Introduction When craft brewery owners consider selling—or when buyers evaluate an acquisition—one financial metric quickly becomes central to the conversation: EBITDA. Understanding how EBITDA is calculated and how it impacts valuation is essential for knowing what...
by jayfriday | Dec 15, 2025 | Brewery Industry, Brewery Valuation, Sell Brewery
Interest rates may seem like a macroeconomic issue far removed from day-to-day brewery operations, but for craft brewery buyers and sellers, they play a critical role in valuation, deal structure, and overall transaction success. Whether you’re considering selling...
by jayfriday | Dec 15, 2025 | Brewery Industry
Recently, I had the opportunity to attend CBP Connects New Orleans, hosted by Craft Beer Professionals (CBP), and it was an experience that reinforced why this industry is unlike any other. CBP Connects events are designed to bring together brewery owners, operators,...
by jayfriday | Dec 1, 2025 | Brewery Industry, Brewery Valuation, Sell Brewery
Whether you’re thinking about selling your craft brewery next year or five years from now, understanding what buyers care about most is one of the smartest steps you can take. In today’s craft beer market—marked by consolidation, rising production costs, and evolving...
