Behind The List: See which Houston-area breweries produced the most in 2019

It’s been a tough year for breweries amid government restrictions implemented because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Texas Craft Brewers Guild warned in August that up to two-thirds of the state’s craft breweries wouldn’t make it to 2021 if their taprooms remain closed.

In October, Gov. Greg Abbott announced that bars and similar establishments — including breweries — could reopen at 50% capacity after months of remaining closed to the public. Counties had to meet requirements and opt-in…