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The Most Wonderful Time of the Year for Many Businesses

December is a month of celebration, whether it's Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa or New Year’s Eve. Regardless of the holiday, food-sharing and family gatherings are all part of seasonal traditions.

The U.S. Census Bureau joins the rest of the country in celebrating the holidays with a fun look at data and statistics on holiday-themed goods, from states that produce the most Christmas trees, toys and candles to the ones that import the most beer and wine.

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As the holiday season approaches, many celebrations from holiday office parties to family gatherings will likely feature beer and wine.

In 2022, the U.S. had 5,165 breweries, up from 4,825 establishments in 2021 and 4,494 U.S. wineries, up from 4,284 in 2021, according to the County Business Patterns.

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