Before Prohibition the United States had more than 10,000…
““Before Prohibition the United States had more than 10,000 distilleries; as of 2012 there were just about 250 at the craft scale. But twenty years before, there were only 4.””
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The U.S. saw a massive decline in distilleries after Prohibition, with a modest recent resurgence at the craft level.
In simple terms: Distilleries fell after Prohibition, now few craft ones exist.
Recognize how regulation reshapes industries.
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When to use this quote
- policy analysis
- business planning
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How might current laws affect future craft distilling?
- What policies could support sustainable growth?
Regulation can stifle innovation and limit market entry.