For beer lovers, here are the top tips to save money on it!

Costs for almost every step or ingredient used in alcohol production are on the rise, from the price of malting barley for beer to the fuel costs associated with importing foreign wines, says Ilhan Geckil, a senior consultant with Anderson Economic Group, a Chicago-based research firm. And, thanks to consolidation, those rising costs are getting passed onto consumers more quickly. "If two companies represent 80% of the U.S. beer market, that makes it easier for them to put pressure on market prices," he explains.

How to Save Money on Beer

Drink less.
Tailgate.
Host an at-home happy hour.
Brew your own beer.
Compromise your beer snobbery.
Locate the nearest warehouse store.
Avoid convenience stores and gas stations.
Drink water before you drink beer in the hot summer months.
Buy beers in cans instead of glass.
Pour less foam.

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10 ways to save money on beer

If you have the choice, avoid purchasing your beer in bars and restaurants where they are typically much more expensive.

If you are drinking at a bar or restaurant, drink during Happy Hours or during special promotions when beer is cheaper.

If you drink a lot of beer and a single brand, purchase it in bulk (by the case).

Buy your beer at discount warehouses or other discount stores rather than at retail liquor stores.

If you are going to drink at a baseball, football or other sporting event, go a few hours early and drink your own beer at a tailgate party.

Consider brewing your own beer

If you like expensive beer, make your first two that brand and then switch to a cheaper brand after that since you won’t be able to tell the difference after that.

If you aren’t brand loyal, go for the beer on sale or that is discounted.

Pour slow and tilt the glass - this will reduce the amount of foam in the cup giving you more beer to drink.

In the summer, look for beer that comes with coupons for meat, hot dogs or other BBQ items that are usually purchased with beer during that season.

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