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Brewers. They were also
the first to take advantage
of the new licensing law by
opening the first Maryland
farm brewery in 2013:
their very own Milkhouse
Brewery. Following
Milkhouse Brewery, 10
other farm breweries have
opened across Maryland
with the numbers only
expected to rise.
The economic growth
in the industry, which
prompted the law for
Maryland farms to now be
able to become breweries
themselves, means many
things. It shows that the
increase in demand around
Maryland for craft beers
and the demand for local
ingredients is a real thing
and here to stay. With
it making more sense
than ever for Maryland
farmers to use their own
product and begin brewing
themselves, we can expect
to see the number of farm
breweries to continue to
rise. This is exciting not
just for the industry and
Maryland’s economy, but
also for consumers who
get to enjoy the continuing
increase in variety and
quality of craft beer. This
development in recent years
shows not only is Maryland
beer good for Maryland,
but Maryland hops are
good for Maryland beer.
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The craft beer scene in Montgomery County is quickly
brewing up some great options for all palettes. Enjoy
one of 35 craft beers in the dog-friendly beer garden at
Denizens Brewing Co, located in the bustling downtown
Silver Spring area.