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- Miller reigns as the most popular beer brand in South Dakota, according to recent searches.
- Three exhilarating breweries from Minnesota—August Schell, Summit, and Surly—crack the top 50 nationally.
- Although South Dakota lacks breweries in the national top 50, its neighbor Minnesota flourishes with three establishments on the list.
As summer sizzles in the Dakotas, enthusiasts proudly toast to the season of breweries. However, while no local breweries made a splash on the national top 50 list, **Minnesota’s brewing scene** is bustling with three standout contenders.
According to the Brewers Association’s annual report, Minnesota’s **August Schell Brewing Company**, **Summit Brewing Co.**, and **Surly Brewing Company** have established themselves among America’s favorite brewers.
South Dakota’s Beer Monarch: Miller
When it comes to popularity in South Dakota, **Miller** takes the crown! The data gathered from the Coffeeness report, shared by Visual Capitalist, show that **Miller** is the most sought-after beer brand based on search interest.
This report harnessed the power of **Google Trends** data, capturing search patterns across well-known beer brands in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. The analysis utilized YouGov Ratings to compile a robust list of popular brands, ensuring the credibility of the findings.
By focusing on well-established brands with a significant market presence, the report provides a **genuine insight** into consumer curiosity and brand engagement without falling prey to the niche dynamics that can sometimes obscure the broader picture.
A Glimpse at Beer Trends Across the U.S.
On the flip side, **Coors** also claims a solid presence, being the top searched beer in eight states, primarily concentrated in the **Southern and Southwestern regions**. In addition, iconic brands like **Guinness** surfaced as favorites in Georgia, New Jersey, and South Carolina, while **Heineken**, **Busch**, **Budweiser**, and **Bud Light** shared the limelight in other locales.
Most Popular Beer Brands by State: A Breakdown
- Alabama: Miller
- Alaska: Miller
- Arizona: Coors
- Arkansas: Miller
- California: Coors
- Colorado: Blue Moon
- Connecticut: Corona
- Delaware: Miller
- District of Columbia: Miller
- Florida: Heineken
- Georgia: Guinness
- Hawaii: Miller
- Idaho: Miller
- Illinois: Busch
- Indiana: Busch
- Iowa: Miller
- Kansas: Miller
- Kentucky: Miller
- Louisiana: Miller
- Maine: Miller
- Maryland: Miller
- Massachusetts: Miller
- Michigan: Coors
- Minnesota: Miller
- Mississippi: Miller
- Missouri: Budweiser
- Montana: Miller
- Nebraska: Miller
- Nevada: Miller
- New Hampshire: Budweiser
- New Jersey: Guinness
- New Mexico: Coors
- New York: Heineken
- North Carolina: Bud Light
- North Dakota: Miller
- Ohio: Bud Light
- Oklahoma: Miller
- Oregon: Miller
- Pennsylvania: Coors
- Rhode Island: Miller
- South Carolina: Guinness
- South Dakota: Miller
- Tennessee: Coors
- Texas: Coors
- Utah: Miller
- Vermont: Miller
- Virginia: Coors
- Washington: Miller
- West Virginia: Miller
- Wisconsin: Miller
- Wyoming: Miller
