The Brewers Guild’s primary mission to protect and advance beer industry interests through the legislative process. This year it will be crucial to have a strong voice in Olympia. Our state is in a time of crisis; the cuts can only go so deep before raising taxes begin to look attractive. We need to be in Olympia, in the midst of that conversation to remind policy makers that the brewing industry is one of the only sectors adding jobs; that beer is not recession-proof, and our industry needs help to mature; not to be tied down by more excise or employment taxes!

In 2012, the Guild is looking forward to putting on the Cask Festival at Seattle Center in March and using the proceeds from that event in furthering our committment to brewer education and the exchange of knowledge and ideas between brewers.

Whether your brewery is big or small, your contributions, support, and energy will help create a strong, cohesive Brewers' Guild that will benefit us all. I humbly ask for your support in joining the Guild and look forward to working with you to create a stronger, more renowned beer culture in Washington State.