Americans enjoy their beer, but the price to crack open a cold one has increased significantly, especially for popular craft beers and IPAs.

The rising costs are affecting thousands of craft breweries across the country.

Brian Jackson, the founder of Esoteric Brewing , is among the many craft brewery owners facing financial challenges due to inflation.

"It started in 2022 I believe when inflation started to rise, and nothing has really backed off," Jackson said.

Everything from electric and water rates to ingredients has increased sharply for these small businesses.

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