craft beer

noun

plural craft beers

: a specialty beer produced in limited quantities using high quality ingredients and traditional brewing methods

Reno beer drinkers may soon be able to enjoy a craft beer made from hops grown locally.

—The Associated Press

… shares his shortlist of five burgs where the cutting-edge craft beer is worthy of a stopover …

—Wine Enthusiast

More Americans are becoming interested in … artisanal craft beers and the creativity and artistic expression they represent.

—Lauren Buzzeo

… sales of craft beer—the umbrella term for high-end, flavorful and usually pricey beers made by independent breweries—soared …

—Douglas Hanks III

Examples of craft beer in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The brewery’s combination of art, music and craft beer has helped establish it as more than a place to grab a drink. — J.m. Banks november 10, Kansas City Star, 10 Nov. 2026

For food and drinks, head to the Warehouse District, where former industrial buildings now house spots like Druthers Brewing Company, known for its craft beer and pub fare, and Nine Pin Ciderworks, which serves hard cider made with New York apples. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 1 Nov. 2026

The Bottle Department coolers hold hundreds of craft beers, which are organized by style. — Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026

Sisyphus has earned a reputation not only for its craft beer, but also as a Twin Cities comedy venue, hosting regular stand-up shows and open mic nights. — Jason Rantala, CBS News, 28 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1986, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for craft beer

• adhere
• ameer
• amir
• appear
• arrear
• astir
• austere
• career
• cashier
• cohere
• compere
• emir