A popular craft brewery in Springfield, Missouri, is restructuring its finances after filing for bankruptcy protection as pressures mount across the U.S. beer industry. The move comes amid declining trends in alcohol consumption, especially in younger people, which is shaping the alcohol industry in a big way.
Springfield brewery enters Chapter 11
4 By 4 Brewing Company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Missouri, according to court filings submitted on January 15, 2026. The voluntary petition allows the brewery to reorganize its debts while continuing normal operations.
Founded in 2017 by four couples, the brewery has become a well-known local brand in the Springfield craft beer scene, offering taproom service, community events and a lineup of experimental and barrel-aged beers.
Despite the bankruptcy filing, the company said it intends to keep its taprooms open, retain staff, and continue scheduled events while working through the restructuring process.
Mounting financial pressures
Court documents show the brewery is seeking approximately $250,000 in post-petition financing to help fund ongoing operations during the Chapter 11 process…