Oregon Liquor Control Commission
Oregon Brewers Guild
OLCC & the Legislative Joint Interim Task Force on OLCC hosted four panes of experts on the Economic Impact of Oregon's Craft Beverage Industry. Two panels featured representatives from Oregon’s craft industry leaders and various boards and associations that represent each of the industries, beer, wine, cider and spirits. The presentations accentuated how the various industries are tied together as an economic cluster with opportunities for growth among all parts of Oregon. The Oregon Wine Board reported that Oregon’s wine economy has a $2.7 billion statewide impact. The Oregon Brewers Guild estimated the economic impact of local brewers is $1.6 billion.
The other two panels addressed workforce opportunities and industry development in other sectors such as agriculture, tourism, marketing, and hospitality. The Oregon Distillers Guild cited the high quality of raw ingredients grown in Oregon and the thriving foodie/cocktail culture as contributing to local success. The Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association reported that both Oregon products and Oregon bartenders have gained national notoriety. Tourism generated $9.6 billion in visitor spending in 2013, according to Travel Oregon.
Oregon Brewers Guild
OLCC & the Legislative Joint Interim Task Force on OLCC hosted four panes of experts on the Economic Impact of Oregon's Craft Beverage Industry. Two panels featured representatives from Oregon’s craft industry leaders and various boards and associations that represent each of the industries, beer, wine, cider and spirits. The presentations accentuated how the various industries are tied together as an economic cluster with opportunities for growth among all parts of Oregon. The Oregon Wine Board reported that Oregon’s wine economy has a $2.7 billion statewide impact. The Oregon Brewers Guild estimated the economic impact of local brewers is $1.6 billion.
The other two panels addressed workforce opportunities and industry development in other sectors such as agriculture, tourism, marketing, and hospitality. The Oregon Distillers Guild cited the high quality of raw ingredients grown in Oregon and the thriving foodie/cocktail culture as contributing to local success. The Oregon Restaurant and Lodging Association reported that both Oregon products and Oregon bartenders have gained national notoriety. Tourism generated $9.6 billion in visitor spending in 2013, according to Travel Oregon.