Beer CPA, Brewery CPA Firm

Beer CPA, Brewery CPA Firm Craft Breweries have many of the same challenges of other small businesses, but we also understand that breweries are inherently complex. Our Firm – Laura M.

Mikeworth, CPA, P.A. – “B**r CPA”, is staffed with an experienced team of professionals that use their specialized industry knowledge, financial, and accounting experience to assist you. We know and understand the business of breweries; microbreweries; and, have been home brewing for over ten years. We are frequently found at local craft breweries and related events.

Your canned b**r sells. But how much money does each package leave behind?Cans, labels, carriers, packaging labor, lost ...
10/01/2026

Your canned b**r sells. But how much money does each package leave behind?

Cans, labels, carriers, packaging labor, lost b**r, freight, and discounts all affect the answer. And the price a customer pays at the store isn’t the amount your brewery receives.

Before planning your next release, take a closer look at what each saleable four-pack or case contributes to the business. Better numbers can help you decide what to brew, how much to package, and where to sell it.

Our latest article walks through a practical way to check those margins:
https://b**rcpa.com/canned-b**r-profit-margin/

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A canned b**r can sell well and still leave a thin margin. Learn how to account for packaging, labor, losses, and channel costs per saleable package.

Gen Z isn’t connecting with craft b**r the same way Millennials did — and breweries may need to think carefully about wh...
09/16/2026

Gen Z isn’t connecting with craft b**r the same way Millennials did — and breweries may need to think carefully about what that means for the business.

Younger legal-age consumers are making different choices, from RTDs and lower-alcohol options to non-alcoholic beverages. But the answer isn’t necessarily to keep adding more products or completely rethink the taproom.

Every change has a cost.

New SKUs can increase inventory and production complexity. Taproom changes can require new investment. Events and community involvement can strengthen the brand, but they also need to make sense financially.

The real question is not, “How do we attract Gen Z?”

It’s: Which changes make sense for our customers, our brand, and our profitability?

In our latest article, we look at what changing drinking habits could mean for product mix, taproom strategy, margins, and long-term brewery profitability.

Gen Z Isn’t Buying Craft B**r the Way Millennials Did. Can Your Brewery Adapt Profitably?

Gen Z is changing drinking habits and craft b**r culture. Learn how breweries can adapt product mix, taproom strategy, and marketing without sacrificing profitability.

Craft b**r keeps changing.Styles evolve. Recipes get adjusted. Packaging decisions change. Taproom favorites become cann...
08/28/2026

Craft b**r keeps changing.

Styles evolve. Recipes get adjusted. Packaging decisions change. Taproom favorites become canned products. Seasonal releases get repeated. A b**r that once lived mostly in the taproom may eventually move into distribution.

But when the b**r changes, the numbers need to change with it.

A b**r can keep the same name, tap handle, and customer following while the cost behind it quietly shifts. Different hops, packaging formats, yield, tank time, labor, freight, and sales channels can all affect whether that b**r is still producing the margin the brewery expects.

That is why breweries should regularly review whether key b**rs still make sense under today’s costs, prices, and sales channels.

The b**r has changed.

Have your brewery’s numbers changed with it?

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Craft b**r styles, ingredients, packaging, and sales channels keep changing. Learn why breweries should review pricing, costing, and margins as the b**r evolves.

A taproom visit can be worth more than the pint sold that day.Yes, the immediate sale matters. But a good visit can also...
08/20/2026

A taproom visit can be worth more than the pint sold that day.

Yes, the immediate sale matters. But a good visit can also lead to repeat customers, take-home b**r sales, mug club signups, private event inquiries, email list growth, reviews, social follows, and future demand for the brewery’s products.

That is the bigger question for brewery owners:

What happens after the guest leaves?

If the taproom is only being measured by daily sales, the brewery may be missing part of its real value. The goal does not have to be complicated. Start by tracking take-home sales, capturing a way to reach guests again, and watching which events or visits bring people back.

A busy taproom is encouraging.

A taproom that creates lasting customer value is even better.

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A taproom visit can create more than today’s sale. Learn how breweries can measure repeat visits, packaged b**r sales, loyalty, events, and future demand.

Craft b**r may be showing signs of stability, and that is encouraging.But steadier sales do not automatically mean stron...
07/28/2026

Craft b**r may be showing signs of stability, and that is encouraging.

But steadier sales do not automatically mean stronger margins.

Breweries are still dealing with labor costs, packaging costs, inventory pressure, debt service, and rising expenses tied to ingredients, equipment, tariffs, and supplier changes. A taproom can feel busier. Sales can look steadier. Revenue can appear healthier.

But the real question is whether the brewery can clearly see where profit is being made — and where it is quietly being squeezed.

That is why better margin visibility matters.

When brewery owners understand product-level margin, taproom profitability, wholesale performance, labor costs, inventory movement, and cash flow, they can make better decisions before pressure shows up in the bank account.

A steadier industry outlook is good news.

But breweries still need numbers that show what is actually working.

Craft b**r may be stabilizing, but higher costs, tariffs, labor, packaging, and inventory pressure can still shrink brewery margins. Learn why better financial visibility matters.

Thinking about new draft equipment for your brewery, taproom, pub, or restaurant?The CHEERS Act has been reintroduced in...
06/12/2026

Thinking about new draft equipment for your brewery, taproom, pub, or restaurant?

The CHEERS Act has been reintroduced in Congress, and while it is still only proposed legislation, it may be worth watching if draft system upgrades are already part of your future plans.

The key is not to buy equipment just because a tax benefit might happen.

The smarter question is whether the investment would actually help your business pour better, serve faster, reduce waste, improve the guest experience, or protect margin.

A tax benefit may help with timing and cash flow — but the business case still has to come first.

Read the full article from B**rCPA:

The CHEERS Act could affect future tax treatment for draft b**r equipment. Here is what breweries, taprooms, pubs, bars, and restaurants should consider before investing.

A strong cash reserve can make a big difference when business conditions get tight.When bills are due, sales slow down, ...
06/08/2026

A strong cash reserve can make a big difference when business conditions get tight.

When bills are due, sales slow down, expenses rise, or customers take longer to pay, cash is what gives a business room to breathe. It helps owners make thoughtful decisions instead of reacting under pressure.

Our latest article looks at practical ways to build a stronger cash reserve, including reviewing expenses, invoicing quickly, improving cash flow, requesting progress payments, managing inventory carefully, and strengthening credit control.

A healthier cash cushion can help your business stay prepared, protect stability, and move forward with more confidence.

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If you’re failing to meet your cash commitments each month and eating away at your capital reserves, then it’s time to make some serious decisions in your

Around this time each year, the rhythm starts to return.The patios fill up. The regulars come back. The evenings run lon...
05/26/2026

Around this time each year, the rhythm starts to return.

The patios fill up. The regulars come back. The evenings run longer. And for many breweries, summer becomes the season that reminds them why they opened their doors in the first place.

But there’s another side to it that many owners don’t stop to consider:

What customers are experiencing during those summer nights is genuinely valuable.

Not just emotionally.
Financially valuable.

Our latest B**rCPA article explores why many breweries may be underpricing the full experience they’ve already worked so hard to create — and a few practical ways to better capture that value without losing what makes the atmosphere special.

Summer taproom traffic brings more than b**r sales. Learn how breweries can better capture the value of atmosphere, specialty pours, merchandise, and customer experiences during peak season.

The next time someone says, “Eight dollars for a b**r?” — there is usually a lot more behind that price than most people...
05/15/2026

The next time someone says, “Eight dollars for a b**r?” — there is usually a lot more behind that price than most people realize.

Ingredient costs. Labor. Utilities. Insurance. Equipment. Merchant fees. Distribution. Even CO₂ and aluminum pricing all play a role in what eventually ends up on the tap list.

And while some la**rs may still land closer to $6–$7, higher-gravity IPAs, barrel-aged stouts, and specialty pours often carry a completely different production cost structure.

Most breweries did not raise prices because they suddenly became greedy. Many held the line for years while costs quietly climbed underneath them.

The math changed.

Our latest B**rCPA article takes a closer look at the financial realities facing today’s breweries — and why understanding margins matters more than ever in a tighter market.

Why craft b**r prices keep rising, how taproom margins are changing, and why breweries need clearer financial visibility to protect profitability.

Labor is one of the biggest expenses in a brewery, but it is not always managed with the same attention as b**r costs, r...
05/01/2026

Labor is one of the biggest expenses in a brewery, but it is not always managed with the same attention as b**r costs, rent, or ingredients.

Staffing decisions affect margins, service quality, owner stress, and the long-term health of the business. The best operators know labor is not just an HR issue. It is a financial one.

Labor is often a brewery’s biggest controllable cost. Learn how smarter staffing decisions can protect margins, improve operations, and support long-term brewery profitability.

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