After many years of double-digit gains in volume and dollar sales in the United States, the craft beer market could be approaching a status of maturation, according to market analysts. Citing data from June 30, 2016, the Boulder, Colo.-based Brewers Association (BA) stated that production for small and independent brewers increased 8 percent.
In comparison, in 2015, the association reported volume growth of 13 percent and dollar sales growth of 16 percent.