One of the industries hit hardest by the COVID-19 pandemic was hospitality businesses. From restaurants to bars and even hotels, Fargo-Moorhead faced a massive shut down at the height of the pandemic. This left many local businesses scrambling to figure out what to do. For restaurants, it was offering take out services for citizens looking to enjoy their favorite local bite. The local breweries opted to continue to sell off-sale through
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many of their taproom locations. While those options were only temporary solutions to large problems, it did provide an avenue of sustainability for local hospitality businesses. Proof Artisan Distillers has been a landmark in our community since opening in 2015. Their homespun spirits have not only captivated our community but have also made their way around the country as well.
