Assembly Brewing

Craft breweries in Oregon and nationally are closing due to increased competition, rising costs, and economic uncertainty. In 2025, 29 breweries, taprooms, and cideries in Oregon shut down, reflecting a national trend of declining craft beer production and financial challenges for small businesses.

Oregon's craft beer industry faced 29 closures in 2025 as national production declined 5%, driven by rising costs, competition, and economic uncertainty. Experts attribute the downturn to unsustainable growth and shifting consumer preferences toward alternatives like seltzers and CBD-infused drinks.

Craft breweries in Oregon and nationally are facing closures due to increased competition, rising costs, and shifting consumer preferences. In 2025, 29 breweries, taprooms, and cideries in Oregon shut down, with national production declining 5%. Industry leaders attribute the downturn to unsustainable growth, economic uncertainty, and competition from beverages like seltzers and CBD-infused drinks.