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SPECIAL REPORT: Brewing Up Business

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Just a decade ago, it was a niche afterthought of a business plan.

Now, craft breweries are popping up all over Northern Michigan and each are finding success as America's palette has evolved to appreciate the rich and unique flavors their beers provide.

Northwest Michigan has now become a top 10 beer lover's destination in the country and the future looks intoxicating with every additional pour. 

From the area's largest brewery to one of their newest, Northern Michigan is brewing up something special.

9&10's Eric Lloyd and photojournalist Tony Zyber got a behind the scenes peek at the magic and have more details.

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