Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a lifelong Michigander. She is a lawyer, an educator, former prosecutor, State Representative and Senator. She was the first woman to lead a Senate caucus. But the most important title she boasts is MOM. Inspired by her family, she’s devoted her life to building a stronger Michigan for everyone.
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November 01, 2025
WHEREAS, Michigan's craft beverage industry includes more than 200 wineries, 120 small distillers, 400 breweries, and 135 cideries who continue to produce nationally recognized, award-winning craft beverages; and,
WHEREAS, Michigan’s craft beverage industry is inextricably tied to agriculture with more than 3,375 wine grape acres, 670 hop acres, and expansive acreage of apples, fruits, wheat, corn, barley, and other grains dedicated to craft beverage production; and,
WHEREAS, Michigan ranks eighth nationally for craft distilleries, eighth for number of wineries, ninth for craft breweries, and is consistently a top producer of hard cider; and,
WHEREAS, more than 900 craft beverage producers in 75 of Michigan’s 83 counties contribute to economic vitality throughout Michigan, thriving at the intersection of agriculture, value-added processing, and beverage manufacturing; and,
WHEREAS, Michigan craft beverage companies are a dynamic component of community placemaking efforts, rural development, and the state’s tourism industry; and,
WHEREAS, during this month, we encourage Michiganders to support our local, regional, and statewide craft beverage producers through holiday meal planning, gift-giving, and safe, responsible festivities.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, Gretchen Whitmer, governor of Michigan, do hereby proclaim November 2025 as Michigan Craft Beverage Month in Michigan.