[Usa] Gap In Growth Rates Between Beer, Wine And Spirits Narrowing

Consumers in the USA are raising their glasses to a cold mug of beer as the US economy has tipped into recession. Alcoholic drinks have seen slower growth rates as consumers have cut spending, but beer may be gaining a slight edge in the downturn because of its perception as a drink that can be downed at home watching a game or kicking back with friends. That may aid beer sellers in the US, as this article explains.