Surly, at the Eye of the Storm

Dear Client: Minneapolis' Surly Brewing Co. is at the eye of the storm. First came months of on-premise closures that decimated the 38% of their business that is typically done in bars and restaurants.  Then, right as Minnesota was about to re-open patios (for 50 guests at a time, based on reservations), the tragic death of George Floyd spurred protests and public outrage, some of which resulted in damaged accounts and suspended beer shipments.  Now the brewer -- who ranked