Craft beers are gaining popularity.

Craft beers are gaining popularity. Credit: AP

The craft beer industry has taken off across the United States as consumers demand better quality and more variety in their brews.

Locally, the trend is also noticeable -- with inventive ales such as Long Island Oyster Stout, Eight Legged RyePA and the White's Beach Wit coming out of Long Island breweries.

Are you more inclined to buy a beer that's brewed locally? Vote and leave a comment.  Results and a selection of comments will be published in next Sunday's paper.

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