The craft beer market has a range of different consumers. There are the avid beer consumers who are tapped into the latest styles and trends, but there also are the ones who lean on their friends for suggestions. But no matter which type of consumer an individual is, he or she is not at a loss for some new, unique beers as the segment continues to grow.
In order to help beer fans stay on top of this evolving market, the Brewers Association released its annual “Beer Style Guidelines.” This year’s book included more than 100 changes. Among them was the addition of eight new styles of beer, bringing the total to 152, the association says.