Craft beer is a type of beer that is made by craft breweries, which are typically smaller and independently owned compared to large breweries. These breweries are known for emphasizing enthusiasm, new flavors, and varied brewing techniques. The term "craft beer" is often used to refer to beer that is not brewed by large "mega-brewery" corporations. According to the Brewer's Association, a craft brewer is defined as a small and independent brewer, with an annual production of 6 million barrels of beer or less