Craft breweries offer more than local beer. They provide a “third place” for community members and are oftentimes helmed by the very neighbor who handcrafted those brews.

"We try not to pass anything along to the consumer because there's only so much people will pay for a six-pack," Bruchey said.

Nova Scotia craft breweries have seen increased demand for their products since U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to impose tariffs on Canadian goods, but they wonder if the extra support will last.

Mainers should expect to pay more for local craft beer if aluminum tariffs take effect next month, brewers and industry officials warn.