Posts tagged New Jersey Beer Co.

Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – September 2011


Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for September 2011 — keeping you posted on what’s brewing in New Jersey.

Guild will be featured at National Pavilion at GABF

If you’re heading to the Great American Beer Festival this month, look for the National Guilds pavilion. Ten special New Jersey beers (not available on the event floor) will be poured over the course of the event, so stop by and sample and say hi to your local brewers.

Three New Breweries Join the Guild

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild is proud to welcome three new members — Cape May Brewing Company, Carton Brewing (Atlantic Highlands) and Kane Brewing Company (Ocean). The breweries will be profiled in upcoming newsletters.

Team Cape May Brewery to Raise Money for MS

Cape May Brewing Company has put together a MS City to Shore team — Team Cape May Brewery — to raise money for MS. Named by Bicycling Magazine as the “Best Cycling Getaway in NJ,” the Bike MS: City to Shore Ride promises to be the best cycling experience on the east coast. Cape May Brewing Company is proud to support the cause. They have a team of 10 individuals who will ride 75-100 miles on Saturday, September 25th from Cherry Hill to Ocean City. Anyone is encouraged to join Team Cape May Brewery, contact info is available at capemaybrewery.com. Check out their bike jersey below!

Trap Rock to Host Triumph Beer Dinner

Reservations are now available for the Trap Rock Beer Dinner on October 11th. The guest brewer will be Triumph Brewery of Princeton, NJ. Chef Andy will prepare a special pairing menu once the beer selection for the evening has been decided. His theme for this dinner will be locally produced food. The price will be $75 per person, including tax and gratuity. Details available online. Call (908) 665-1755 to make your reservation now.

JJ Bittings Gearing up for the Central Jersey Beer Fest

JJ Bitting Brewing Company is gearing up for the Central Jersey Beer Fest 2011 on Saturday, September 24th. The event runs from 1 to 5pm at Parker Press Park. Tickets are available at JJ’s and at the gate, $25 for drinking adults, $15 for non-drinkers and kids under 12 are free. In addition to fine hand-crafted beers there will be live music, great food and a souvenir sampler glass. JJ’s will be tapping the W.H.A.L.E.S. IPA, an Oktoberfest and a Nut Brown Ale in addition to the usual Golden, Amber and Raspberry.

High Point to Debut Oktoberfest

Saturday, September 10th is the September Open House at High Point Brewing Company and the debut of their Oktoberfest. They will be featuring a wooden barrel tapping of the Oktoberfest. There will be 2 sessions — 2 pm and 3:45pm. Their Oktoberfest can be found at many fine bars and restaurants, including the Office Beer Bar & Grill. It will also be served at the 26th Annual NJ Oktoberfest at Crystal Springs Resort on September 17.

Kane Brewing Company Now Open for Tours

Kane Brewing Company is now open for tours and tastings every Saturday from noon to five. Tours will be held every hour from 1pm to 4pm. Call (732) 922-8600 for more information.

Best for Wurst–OktoberFish is Back for 10th Anniversary

Now in it’s 10th edition, this edition of OktoberFish is better than ever. The Flying Fish Brewing Company take on this classic German style uses German malts, hops and yeast. A beautiful reddish color, savory malt profile and delicate hop flavor make this quest beer quite drinkable. OktoberFish is great with food–and especially great with lederhosen.

This is their most limited seasonal, so enjoy it while you can in 12 oz. bottles, 1/2 and 1/6 kegs.

Krogh’s Celebrates Fall

It’s Fall at Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza, Sparta, and they kick off the season with their crisp Oktoberfest brew! This is followed by their popular Pumpkin Ale also on tap in October. November they will be featuring an Abbey’s Ale as their Seasonal. Fall is a great time to visit Krogh’s and they now have outside tables for your dining and/or drinking pleasure (weather permitting, of course). Come check them out. Give them a call for reservations, questions, or directions at 973-729-8428.

Harvest Moon Heading to Great American Beer Festival

The Harvest Moon Brewery & Cafe is gearing up for their first ever trip to GABF at the end of this month. The Monkeyshine Weizenbock has just returned and will be entered at GABF along with their Full Moon Pale Ale. September will also see the tapping of their Hodgepodge Black Ale and towards the end of the month their Pumpkin Ale will be returning. They hope to find time get the Oktoberfest filtered before GABF but it might not be out until the first week of October.

Gaslight Annual Oktoberfest Starts September 22

Gaslight Brewery & Restaurant will be having their annual Oktoberfest starting Thursday, September 22. Join them for a special menu and beers.

Cricket Hill Weathers the Storm

From the Cricket Hill Brewing Company news desk:

I know you have all been reading about Fairfield in all the papers with the incredible flooding that hurricane Irene has caused. They closed the highways into Fairfield and for 4 days no one was allowed in or out. The street we are on was flooded with over 3 feet of water! The buildings on both sides of us had over 4 in. in their offices and warehouse. The front half of our building had 4″ in the machine shops. We had nothing!!!!!!! Because GOD LOVES BEER!!!!

And just in time Tim Mason has returned from Doemens Brewing Academy in Munich Germany. He will be working here until he finds a brewery that wants its beers brewed in German!

So to show our thanks Cricket Hill has released our Fall Seasonal; Fall Festivus! This is a harvest Ale with a light amber color. It has a good balance of earthy malt with a blend of floral and pine hops in the nose. It is the way to spend an autumn afternoon and evening and into the night!

We also have put our Porter into Four Roses Bourbon barrels for its 3 month stay. We will be bottling it in November and it will be available in 22oz. bottles. Last years release was spectacular and this years should be even better!

We have submitted two of our beers, the East Coast Lager and the Cricket’s Nocturne, to the GABF for judging. We also will be serving our American Ale and our Small Batch Dubbel at the Cricket Hill Booth(H30). The Fall Festivus will be served at the New Jersey Booth! See you all there!!

For the 2nd year in a row Cricket Hill will have our beers at the MONDIAL DE LA BIERE in Strasbourg France. We are honored to have been asked back and with the help of Tony Forder and Steve Krawczuk our beers arrived safely!! Stay tuned for Cricket Hill’s infamous Colonel Blide’s in brand new 6-packs! As our distributors have told us…It’s about time!!!

 

 

Cheers,
Rick & John

New Jersey Beer Co. Tours and Tastings on for Saturday

New Jersey Beer Co. tours and tastings will be open this Saturday, September 10th, from 2pm to 6pm. The brewery sustained some flooding from Hurricane Irene but is back in operation. Read more about it on nj.com.

September Events

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what’s brewing in New Jersey this month.

Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – May 2011

Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for May 2011 — keeping you posted on what’s brewing in New Jersey…

Tickets on Sale for 15th Annual Beer Festival

The 15th Annual Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Beer Festival will be taking place on Saturday, June 18th from 1-5pm. Tickets are $45 (must be 21 or older). Sample great craft beer, enjoy good food and hang out on the deck of the Battleship New Jersey!

Tickets are available now through TicketWeb!

High Point Wins Best of Show at TAP NY

High Point Brewing Company won the gold medal best of show at Tap NY 2011 for their Ramstein Double Platinum Blonde Hefe-Weizen.

Ramstein Double Platinum Blonde is available on draft at fine establishments in New York, New Jersey and Pennsylvania (including Biggies in Carlstadt, NJ, Stirling Hotel in Stirling NJ, Iron Monkey in Jersey City, Office Beer Bar and Grill in multiple NJ locations and Brauhaus Schmitz in Philadelphia). Growlers can be filled at High Point’s gift shop and tap room from 9:30am – 6:30pm Monday through Friday and Saturday afternoons till 4pm.

High Point open house and tour on Saturday May 14, 2011. 2 sessions (2-3:30PM & 3:45-5PM). Look for Ramstein Imperial Pilsner on draft throughout May.

Harvest Moon Tapping Maibock, Readying Summer Saion Series

The first week of May will see the release of Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe Maibock lager. May will also kickoff their “Summer Saison Series” with the release of their Belgian Saison. Also keep an eye out for the Harvest Moon Chinook Double IPA!

Woodbridge Lite to Debut at JJ Bitting

JJ Bitting Brewing Co. in Woodbridge will debut Woodbridge Lite in May. They will also offer a dry hopped version of The Whales Brew. Currently on tap is Victorias Golden Ale, JJ’s Raspberry Wheat, Rat Pack Pilsner, Garden State IPA, and Black Jack Oatmeal Stout. And the JJ’s deck is open for business!

Krogh’s Features Gruney’s Belgian Dubble

Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub in Sparta will be featuring a Gruney’s Belgian Dubble as their handcrafted beer for May. Stay tuned for June as they unveil “The New Jersey State Fair Best of Show 2010 Home Brew!” More details on this to come next month. For reservations or questions, call them at 973-729-8428.

Philadelphia Daily News Profiles Ship Inn

The Ship Inn in Milford was featured recently with an article in the Philadelphia Daily News. An article heading that includes “good food, good brews” is always promising!

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with Iron Hill Maple Shade

Head to Iron Hill Maple Shade this Thursday 5/5 and sample Oscura – a dark Mexican lager with a pronounced roasted malt aroma and flavor, and a crisp, clean finish.

River Horse Packs ‘Em in for ShadFest 2011

River Horse Brewing Company has posted pictures from ShadFest 2011 on their Facebook page. The images prove once again there ain’t no party like a shad party.

The Reviews Are In for Basil T’s

Basil T’s in Red Bank has recently been featured with positive reviews from the Jersey Shore Restaurant Review and Monmouth Health & Life!

NJ Beer Co. Garden State Stout in Jersey City Festival Saturday, May 7

The Jersey City Festival & Adopt A Lot Kickoff Party takes place Saturday May 7th from 9am to 10pm. New Jersey Beer Co. will be there featuring their Garden State Stout.

The Garden State Stout was also recently reviewed by The BewThusiast.

The Gaslight Brewery Eliminator is Back in Town

With a reputation that precedes it, The Eliminator from Gaslight Brewery & Restaurant has swaggered back into town. At 8.6% it will kick you in the head. A little sweetness and the cold fermentation gives it a smoothness that has the potential to pack a punch like a 2×4 wrapped in velvet and bubble wrap.

Cricket Hill Releases Summer Breakfast Ale – Summer is Officially Here

The summer has come again to the Jersey Shore and with it comes Jersey Summer Breakfast Ale from Cricket Hill Brewing Company. This unfiltered Breakfast Ale is as fresh and full of flavor as a day down the Shore! Fermented with Belgian Yeast, this beer has a slightly tangy, fruity taste that pairs as well with bacon and eggs as it does with a back yard barbeque. Summer Breakfast Ale is always a summer favorite!

Exit 4 Reigns Supreme in Washington Post’s 2011 Beer Madness

Exit 4 from Flying Fish Brewing Company has trumped the competition in the Washington Post’s 2011 Beer Madness. There were 64 beers blind-tasted by a pretty discerning panel and Jersey kicked butt, winning the final round against Lagunitas Maximus. Get the story from The Washington Post and also from NBC10 News.

May Events

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what’s brewing in New Jersey this month.

Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – March 2011

Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for March 2011 — keeping you posted on what’s brewing in New Jersey.

Tickets on Sale for 15th Annual Beer Festival

The 15th Annual Garden State Craft brewers Guild Beer Festival will be taking place on Saturday, June 18th from 1-5pm. Tickets are $45 (must be 21 or older). Sample great craft beer, enjoy good food and hang out on the deck of the Battleship New Jersey!

Tickets are available now through TicketWeb!.

Trap Rock Mardi Gras Beer Dinner on Tuesday, March 8th

Only a few seats remain for the Trap Rock Mardi Gras Beer Dinner. This dinner will take place on Fat Tuesday (March 8, 2011) starting at 6:30PM. The dinner will, naturally, have a Mardi Gras theme. The guest brewery will be Ommegang from Cooperstown, NY, specializing in Belgian-style ales, described as “functional art, crafted to make your dining and drinking experience something to behold.”

The price is $75 per person, including tax and gratuity. They will need a credit card number to hold your spot. Call the Trap Rock at (908) 665-1755, or come in to the bar so that they can add you to the list.

Annual Chili Cook-off March 20th at JJ Bitting

On Sunday, March 20th JJ Bitting Brewing Co. in Woodbridge will hold their Annual Chilli Cook-off. The event benefits local charities and features entertainment and door prizes.

Currently at JJ’s they have the Baltic Ported WHALES collabortaion, Barley Legal and a real nice Bitter on tap. Soon to come is the O’hallerins Irish Red and Rat Pack Pilsner.

Flying Fish Releases Exit 9

Flying Fish Brewing Company has releases Exit 9 – Hoppy Scarlet Ale, the latest in their Exit Series of beer. Exit 9 is best known as the Rutgers University exit. The state’s university, Rutgers, began in 1771 with classes held at a local tavern though by 1810, students were banned from frequenting “beer and oyster houses.” To celebrate Exit 9, Flying Fish brewed a richly flavored red beer crafted with a variety of domestic and imported malts and a classic American yeast strain.

Also, If you happen to be heading to Hawaii next week, catch a taste of Jersey at the Kona Brewers Festival on Saturday, March 12th. Flying Fish will be serving Exit 4 and HopFish IPA at this festival on the beach.

Krogh’s Will Bring Out the Stout for St. Patrick’s Day

This March, Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub in Sparta will be finishing up an Augie’s Alt and then unveiling a Sullivan’s Irish Stout for St. Patrick’s Day! When they complete the Stout Krogh’s will be bringing out a Maibok! Please call ahead to make sure they have what you want on tap…973-729-8428. Happy Spring from Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub!

Harvest Moon Hosting St. Patrick’s Day Dinner

Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe will be hosting a beer dinner on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17 at 6:45pm. The dinner will be five courses each specially paired with one of their beers. Harvest Moon is selling tickets in advance for $60. Space is limited so people are encouraged to call or stop in soon to purchase their tickets. The number is (732)249-6666. The menu is available online.

Harvest Moon is currently pouring Paddy’s Irish Stout and will be through St. Patrick’s Day. And just in time for the beer dinner, they will be tapping their Barley Wine on March 16th.

Spring Cask Festival at Uno Chicago Grill in Metuchen

On March 26th Uno Chicago Grill | Metuchen hosts their annual spring cask festival. They will have 8 to 10 casks tapped. Come down and try one of UNOS Ales and also sample Ales from other breweries in the area. Casks are confirmed from Flying Fish, Yards, Weyerbacher,and High Point. Doors open at 11:30 for this all day event!

High Point to Debut Ramstein Maibock Lager

High Point Brewing Company will debut its award winning Ramstein Maibock Lager at their first open house of 2011. The date is Saturday March 12th. Two sessions (2-3:30 and 3:45-5pm). Ramstein Maibock is currently rated 100 points by RateBeer.

Ramstein Maibock will be available only on draft at fine establishments in NJ, NY and PA.

High Point Brewing will be serving its beers at the Philly Craft Beer Festival on Saturday March 5th. Please visit them on Facebook for more info.

Gaslight Celebrations in March

Gaslight Brewery & Restaurant in South Orange is running their Mardi Gras Celebration through March 8th. Their St. Patrick’s Day Celebration takes place March 17 to March 21. And join the fun for the Gaslight annual Bus trip to Tap New York Craft Beer & Fine Food Festival on May 1st. Tickets on sale!

River Horse Meet the Brewer Night this Friday, March 4th at Blue Dog

This Friday night at 6PM c’mon out to the Blue Dog Tavern in Lansdale, PA for River Horse Meet the Brewer Night. They will be pouring Oatmeal Milk Stout, Hop-A-Lot-Amus Double IPA, Double Wit, and a specialty Tripel Horse cask aged with Bourbon Soaked Oak Chips (wow, that’s a better lineup than the 1927 Yankees).

New Jersey Beer Co. featured in TimeOut NY

New Jersey Beer Co. Be is featured in the TimeOut New York story on The Rise of the Nanobrewery. Makes a good read!

March Events

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what’s brewing in New Jersey this month.

Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – February 2011


Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for February 2011 — keeping you posted on what’s brewing in New Jersey.

Brewers Guild Members Making Tasty Pairings in 2011

The collaborative spirit is flowing forward as Garden State Craft Brewers Guild members pair up for tasty creations. In mid-January Flying Fish and Iron Hill Maple Shade answered a long-simmering question — what do you get when you combine some of Iron Hill’s Coffee Stout with Flying Fish Exit 13 Chocolate Stout? Jersey Bites provides a review of the event.

Also in January Basil T’s and Tun Tavern teamed up to produce Cocoa Fuego, a chocolate-chili pepper-cinnamon beer. Read the write up by Beer-Stained Letter.

Are more brewery pairings in the works? To be the first to know be sure to Like us on Facebook at facebook.com/njbeer. Also, follow us on Twitter, twitter.com/njbeer.

Harvest Moon Black IPA is Pouring

After many delays the Black IPA from Harvest Moon Brewery/Cafe is finally pouring. Next week they will be tapping our weizenbock.

Planning for the Harvest Moon March Beer Dinner is in the works, stay tuned for a date. Check their website for more details as they become available.

February Love Brewing with Krogh’s Augie’s Alt

February means love is in the air and for all the beer aficionados out there, Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub at 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, has an Augie’s Alt on tap! Krogh’s will welcome March with a Sullivan’s Irish Stout. Please call ahead at 973-729-8428 to make sure they have what you want on tap or to make a reservation.

Winter Happenings at Cricket Hill

The Cricket Hill Brewery Reserve Series beer — Bourbon Barrel Aged Porter — has aged over 4 months in barrels from the Four Roses Distillery! Chocolate and coffee overtones of a fine Porter mingle perfectly with vanilla and bourbon notes from the White Oak making this incredible beer delightfully smooth and an aromatic masterpiece!

The Cricket Hill Seasonal Paymaster Porter has once again lived up to its reputation. This years batch was rated a 91 by Rate Beer! The Paymaster’s Porter is a dark brown Ale with major coffee flavors but no burned aftertaste. The background is slightly chocolate with wonderful candied undertones. It finishes with a marvelous mixture of chocolate and coffee. A non-filtered ale that lives up to the gentle session beer reputation that the brewery has become well known for.

The Reserve Series American Brown Ale is back by popular demand! Cricket Hill has added another batch just to insure there is enough to last through the cold winter’s nights.

High Point Representing New Jersey on USA Beer Map

High Point Brewing will serve Ramstein beer at the International Great Beer Expo on Saturday, February 5th. High Point scores some big accolades, rated by CBS news as one of the Best New York Area brewers (quite a feat for a NJ brewer). Also, Ramstein puts New Jersey Beer on the Map of United States of Beer.

The High Point brewery giftshop and tasting room will be opened during normal business hours M-F and Sat. afternoons during February (weather permitting). Formal guided tours will resume in March. Visit ramsteinbeer.com or on Facebook at Ramstein-Beer for more info.

Tun Tavern Home-brew Contest Winner will be Featured at AC Beer Festival

Tun Tavern is sponsoring the ultimate home-brewing contest. The winning recipe will be brewed on the Tun’s 10 barrel system and will be served at the Atlantic City beer festival. Click for details on entering.

Annual Mugger’s Ball at Ship Inn on February 7th

For those who have worked so hard to complete the Ship Inn beer list and got their pewter mug, the Ship Inn is holding our annual Muggers’ Ball with food, drink, and amusement to be had. This is the party for you!!

Monday Feb 7th from 7 PM onwards

Call (908) 995-0188 for more information

International Great Beer Expo at Meadowlands on Saturday, February 5th

Cricket Hill, River Horse, Flying Fish and High Point will be representing the Brewers Guild at the International Great Beer Expo. Event takes place February 5th at The Meadowlands. Tickets available.

Flying Fish Has New Exit Beer Next Month

Details have not been released yet, but the seventh beer in the Flying Fish Exit Series will hit March 1. What exit? Well, a clue is that it’s a place that Milton Friedman, Mario Batali and Mr. Magoo have in common.

BrewThusiast Reviews New Jersey Beer Co. Weehawken Wee Heavy

The BrewThusiast has ventured through the snow to sample the Weehawken Wee Heavy from New Jersey Beer Co. Be sure to check out the blog for the verdict.

February Events

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what’s brewing in New Jersey this month.

Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – December 2010


Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for December 2010 — keeping you posted on what’s brewing in New Jersey.

Flying Fish Releases Exit 13 Belgian Chocolate Stout

The sixth in its series of beers celebrating New Jersey, focuses on an exit probably best known for it’s view of the Newark airport, but it is also home to the Port of Newark-Elizabeth Marine Terminal, one of the busiest in the world. Many food products come through the port, including the Belgian chocolate they used for what they’re calling an import/ export stout.

This fuller “export style” stout gives a sturdy base for the rich chocolate flavor. A mix of imported and domestic malts are highlighted by roastiness from dark wheat. An Irish ale yeast and Pacific Northwest hops combine to create an excellent dessert beer as well as one to share in the cool weather with friends. More information at exitseries.com.

New Jersey Beer Co. Says Brewery Glassware is Nice, Exclusive Access is Even Better

For the beer lover there is an endless supply of gift ideas that crop up around this time of year. Glassware, bottle openers, books, apparel and even beer itself are all great ideas. There are homebrew kits and instructional DVDs that can bring hours of enjoyment. The New Jersey Beer Co. has gotten a little creative with its holiday offerings and is selling memberships to its Reserve Club, an exclusive group that is eligible for insider benefits and the opportunity to brew on NJBC’s 10-barrel system.

The first 200 people to sign up for the $100 memberships will receive a second year in the club at no additional cost. Members will receive a growler of each of the brewery’s four seasonal beers before they go on sale to the public as well as a first chance to sample and purchase small-batch special releases. A brewery t-shirt and 20% off all merchandise from the brewery store for the duration of membership is also included.

Steinberg plans to hold several members-only events at the North Bergen, NJ brewery and regular opportunities to brew alongside the New Jersey Beer Co. staff, something many home brewers will appreciate. “We want to give people a chance to experience the brewery in a deeper way,” said Matt Steinberg, the brewery president. “This is more than the standard tour and tastings we currently offer, it’s really a chance to be part of the brewery family and connect with like-minded people.”

Memberships to the Reserve Club are available at njbeerco.com or by contacting NJBC via email at info@njbeerco.com.

Gaslight Victorian Dinner on 12/15

The annual Gaslight Victorian Dinner happens on Wednesday, December 15th. Tickets are selling fast so be sure to get yours soon! Be sure to check out the menu!

Thursday 12/2 is Sierra Nevada Promo Night. All four of the 30th Anniversary beers will be on tap and in bottles. Also on tap are Bigfoot, Celebration, Northern Hemisphere Harvest, Estate Harvest & Tumbler. Bottles of Bigfoot, Celebration, Northern Hemisphere, Southern Hemisphere & Estate are also available. Special Pricing & giveaways. 7pm til close.

Ramstein Winter Wheat Doppelbock Featured at High Point Open House

On Saturday, December 11 High Point Brewing Company will host it last open house until March 2011. High Point will feature its Ramstein Winter Wheat Doppelbock for sale and samples. Bring your growlers.

For Holiday shoppers, the brewery gift shop and tasting room will be open every day except Sundays and holidays throughout December. Call 973-838-7400 or visit us on Facebook at ramsteinbeer for more details.

Guild Breweries Coming to Allentown Craft Beer Festival

The Allentown Brew Works Craft Beer Festival takes place this Saturday, December 4th. Tickets are selling quickly! Cricket Hill and Flying Fish will be among the 40 represented breweries.

New Jersey Beer Co. Stout Named “Best Thing to Come Out of New Jersey Since Bon Jovi”

New Jersey Beer Co. has run away with the title “Best Thing to Come Out of New Jersey Since Bon Jovi” by New York Press. Read more about how NJBC is giving New Jersey brewing a good name.

December Events

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what’s brewing in New Jersey this month.

Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – August 2010


Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for August 2010 — keeping you posted on what’s brewing in New Jersey.

2nd Annual New Jersey Beer and Food Festival at Crystal Springs Resort

Crystal Springs Resort continues to brew up new ways to have fun with the 2nd Annual NJ Beer and Food Festival! The event takes place August 13-15. Spend a day or the whole weekend as you sample your favorite brews, discover a variety of new flavorful beers, enjoy great food ranging from an all-out BBQ feast to a 4-course gourmet meal, party to all your favorite music, take part in a seminar/beer tasting competition, participate in the Brews & Birdies Golf Tournament and so much more! Participating breweries include Cricket Hill Brewing Company.

Tickets and information are available through the Crystal Springs Resort website.

Handcrafted Cream Ale at Krogh’s

Krogh’s Restaurant & Brew Pub at 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta is featuring a handcrafted cream ale in August. After a customer poll, August’s handcrafted beer is named after one of their well-respected bartenders, the late Tom Klosterhoff. So take a break from the heat of the summer and try Krogh’s “Tom Klosterhoff Cream Ale!”

Also in August, Krogh’s will once again be sponsoring the 14th Annual Home Brew Contest at the New Jersey State Fair/Sussex County Farm & Horse Show. Judging will take place prior to the fair and updates will be released in future newsletters. Enjoy the summer!

Meet the Brewer — New Jersey Beer Co. at Star Bar on August 5th

Star Bar in Jersey City is excited to host a special brewery night featuring New Jersey Beer Co.. The brewers will be on hand with their entire lineup of fresh beer. Enjoy pints at super cheap prices and say howdy to the folks behind the label! Thursday, August 5th from 6 PM – 10 PM.

The Flying Fish Road Warrior Bocce Ball Team Travels to Delaware!

Flying Fish Brewing Company will be bowling head to head on the bocce court with Dogfish Head, Victory, Yards, Stewart’s and Sly Fox. The event is hosted by Iron Hill Wilmington and takes place Thursday, August 19th from 7 – 10 PM. Come see who walks away with the championship trophy! Beers from each brewery will be on tap during the competition.

August Events

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what’s brewing in New Jersey this month.

Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter – April 2010


Welcome to the Garden State Craft Brewers Guild Newsletter for April 2010.

The New Jersey Beer Co. Now Brewing

Bringing craft beer production back to Hudson County for the first time in more than a decade, The New Jersey Beer Co. brewed its first batch in early April. The 20 barrel brewery will launch with three beers – Hudson Pale Ale, Garden State Stout and 1787 Abbey Single, a Belgian-style session beer. Founder and President Matt Steinberg says the beers will be on tap and in bottles by April 26.

Located in North Bergen, the brewery is a fulfilled dream for Steinberg, who embraced his love for homebrewing and the American entrepreneurial spirit. Matt Westfall, of New England Brewing will oversee the inaugural batches. In the coming months Steinberg says the brewery will add new styles to the lineup and will add to the already proud tradition of brewing beer in the Garden State. More information about the brewery may be found at www.njbeerco.com.

Brewers Guild Hits Sweet 16

With the addition of the soon-to-open New Jersey Beer Co. and the return of Trap Rock Brewing, the Guild now stands at 16 breweries strong which will make this June’s festival maybe the best yet.

Speaking of the June festival, tickets are now on sale through the Battleship NJ. This year’s festival takes place Saturday, June 26th from 1-5 PM.

High Point Declares Maibock Season

Ramstein Maibock is in season. This beer has a 99 rating from Ratebeer and an A- from Beer Advocate. Ramstein Maibock is available on draft in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Growler fills are available at the brewery.

Upcoming events at High Point Brewery: April 10, 2010 – Brewery Open house, two sessions 2-3:30 and 3:30-5PM. April 24-25, 2010 – Tap NY at Hunter Mountain, NY.

Flying Fish Releases 14th Edition Of The Perfect Summer Beer-Farmhouse Summer Ale

Hard to believe this tasty stuff is now entering its 14th summer. That’s good for all of us! Flying Fish Farmhouse Summer Ale is on its way out to your favorite retailer and tavern as you read this. The perfect summer beer, Farmhouse Ale is brewed with pale malt, a small percentage of wheat and single-hopped with imported Styrian Golding hops. It’s a tribute to the “everyday” Farmhouse beers of Belgium (but it’s not a Saison – no fruit, herbs or spices). A sour mash gives this beer its signature dryness and great drinkability.

Krogh’s Celebrating Spring with Maibock

Krogh’s Restaurant and Brew Pub, 23 White Deer Plaza in Sparta, will be celebrating spring with a Maibock in April. Call 973-729-8428 for directions or reservations.

Celebrate Shad Fest with River Horse and Triumph

It’s that time of year again…Shad Fest at River Horse Brewing Company and Triumph Brewing Company. The event takes place Saturday April 24th and Sunday April 25th. Each year the festival highlights the region’s arts community, the City of Lambertville, the Delaware River, and of course, the Shad! The Shad Festival has evolved from a local art show into a nationally recognized award-winning event.

For more info visit lambertville.org.

April Events

The Garden State Craft Brewers Guild website is continuously updated with new events. Check out the calendar to see what’s brewing in New Jersey this month.

Go to Top