The latest news from the economic downturn– people are turning towards more “economic” beers, according to Miller Brewing Company.

The Milwaukee-based brewer saw some shift between higher-priced, premium beers and economy beers such as Miller High Life and Milwaukee’s Best starting in January, Tom Long told reporters on a conference call.

Time to stock up on Milwaukee’s Beast.

What exactly are those Miller “premium” beers?  I hope they’re not referring to Genuine Draft.

Mickey’s?