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# Breweries and wineries and distilleries - oh my!

Posted by [Kristin Bowen](https://www.thesilverlining.com/businessblog/blog/author/kristin-bowen) on Dec 12, 2018 7:52:51 AM

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![Brewery](https://www.thesilverlining.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Brewery.jpg?width=300&name=Brewery.jpg)The popularity and sheer number of craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries are on the rise. In the US, between 2016 and 2017, the number of:

 -Regional craft breweries increased 15.5%;

- -Microbreweries grew 19.3%; and
- -Craft distillers rose 26%.

In addition, the number of US wineries steadily increases by 4% each year. We’re excited to offer a new Brew, Wine, and Distill Pak that, when coupled with the Property Plus Pak, will protect the property needs of these fast-growing businesses.

Let’s look at the additional coverages available to address the unique property needs of breweries, wineries, and distilleries:

- Adulteration or Contamination – included
- Business Income/Extra Expense - $25,000
- Contract Cancellation - $25,000
- Product Sample Protection - $25,000
- Trellises or Unharvested Crops - $25,000
- Valuation – Market Value for brewery, wine, and/or distillery stock
- Vessel Collapse – included
- Vessel Leakage - $50,000
- Cost of excavations, grading, backfilling, or filling – included
- Foundation – included
- Underground pipes, flues, or drains – included
- Harvest crops – included in the Building and Personal Property coverage form

Plus Pak Commercial Package Policy – includes these property coverages:

- Attached Outdoor Signs – included
- Change in Temperature or Humidity - $50,000
- Employee Theft - $5,000
- Fine Arts - $25,000
- Money and Securities - $5,000
- Peak Season – 80% coinsurance required (increased to 50%)

Liability:

- Liquor Liability
- Special Events
- Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI)
- Employee Benefits Liability

Contact your independent insurance agent to find which coverage is best for your business.

 

Resources:

[https://www.brewersassociation.org/statistics/number-of-breweries/](https://www.brewersassociation.org/statistics/number-of-breweries/)

[https://usawineratings.com/en/blog/insights-1/how-many-wineries-are-there-in-the-united-states-37.htm](https://usawineratings.com/en/blog/insights-1/how-many-wineries-are-there-in-the-united-states-37.htm)

[https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/07/18/Number-of-US-craft-distilleries-rises-by-26](https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/07/18/Number-of-US-craft-distilleries-rises-by-26)

 

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#### Kristin Bowen

 Kristin Bowen is a seasoned marketing professional who has been immersed in the insurance industry since 2015. With a strong background in digital marketing, brand strategy, and content creation, Kristin has dedicated herself to sharing her knowledge of the insurance and safety landscape. She excels in writing insightful blogs, recording informative videos, and creating engaging content that helps demystify the complexities of insurance as well as other topics.

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