Summary: considered a stable and lucrative industry, face unexpected challenges. Skilled brewery workers, who were once employed in the thriving brewing industry, have found themselves struggling to find alternative employment opportunities as breweries and distilleries closed down during the prohibition era. The economic impact on these workers has been significant, with many facing unemployment or having to transition to new industries. The closure of breweries and distilleries has led to the loss of valuable skills and expertise in the brewing sector, affecting both workers and the economy at large. The shift from a prosperous brewing industry to one marred by idled assets and financial losses reflects the broader impacts of prohibition on industry and the workforce.