December 2021 - Edition

Great tasting beer in a historically beautiful and scenic county.


Hunterdon County contains great craft breweries that offer a variety of beers that aim to please!!



Whether you are simply driving through or planning on making Hunterdon County your destination, be sure to stop in and visit one or several of the great craft breweries!!

INTRODUCING OUR BREWERIES

Each of the hometown breweries are popular with their local community members and beer enthusiasts alike, yet each has its own unique setting and beer style – making them fun destinations for exploring and sampling over a day or weekend. Stop by and introduce yourself to all of our brewers. We know you will enjoy each one! Find out more about them here! 

Conclave Brewing

11 Minneakoning Rd

Raritan Twp, NJ 08822


Conclave Brewing is owned by Hunterdon residents Carl Alfaro and Tim Bouton. Tucked into a nondescript industrial building, the picnic tables, hanging lights, and outdoor patio let you know there’s something special going on. Inside a sleek and spacious tap room serves up renowned craft brews, and on the weekends live music can be found indoors or outside on the large patio.

Descendants Brewing Company at the Old Ship Inn

61 Bridge St

Milford, NJ 08848


Joe and Ana David chose the name “Descendants” as a nod to their family history and the legacy of the Old Ship Inn, built in 1879.  Descendants Brewing is a brewpub with a full liquor license and food menu, and both food and drink selections artfully represent the history and flavors of the UK, Belgium, Germany and the US.   

Highrail Brewing

20 Main St

High Bridge, NJ 08829


Highrail Brewing Company is a family owned micro craft brewery located on the charming Main Street in High Bridge. The welcoming taproom and outdoor seating area features vintage furniture and repurposed materials. Located near the Columbia Trail, a scenic 15 mile rail trail, the brewery is a favorite destination for bikers and hikers.

Lone Eagle Brewing

44 Stangl Rd

Flemington, NJ 08822


Lone Eagle Brewing and the historic Stangl Factory complex are two anchors of bustling Stangl Road – a lively street which is often the site of festivals and events. Art galleries, shops, and restaurants are all within walking distance. Spacious patio seating surrounds Lone Eagle. Inside the light and airy space includes a large tasting room and a private events space on the second floor. Owners Bob & Caroline and Todd & Diane are friendly hands-on owners who recently celebrated the 5th anniversary of the brewery.

Odd Bird Brewing

10 Risler St,

Stockton, NJ 08559

 

Located near the Delaware and Raritan Canal Towpath, Odd Bird Brewing shares space with a service station, and oddly enough, the space is delightful. The tasting room was designed and built by hand by local owners/brewers Adam Juncosa and Karen Malzone. The tables and bar were constructed and finished by the pair from a single red oak tree, and the attention to detail and craftsmanship extends to their beer making.

Readington Brewery & Hop Farm

937 US Highway 202 S,

Readington Twp, NJ 08853


Founded in 2019, the Readington Hop Farm is one of the largest hop farms in the State of New Jersey. Owners Dan Aron and Braun Kiess are taking the next step and opening their “Bine to Stein”™ or “field to glass” brewery later this month. The family friendly farm and brewery will feature a tasting room, outside event space, and farm fresh produce will be available in season.

Sunken Silo Brew Works

1320 US Hwy 22

Lebanon, NJ 08833


A small craft brewery in the middle of Hunterdon County, Sunken Silo opened two years ago, on Route 22 West in Lebanon, NJ.  Inside, the brewery is clean and modern, with soaring ceilings and an open airy feel. Under a big tent, the beer garden is over 2,000 square feet, and wind protection and heaters make it a year round destination. Local music compliments the scene, check the website for schedules.

SEASONAL FAVORITES

Conclave Brewing

A new batch of Unpublished Rhyme Double India Pale Ale 9% is on tap with 13 other beers.

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Descendants Brewing Company

The newest brew is a cream ale. A perfect gateway into craft beer! “An Evening With Lord Rochester”.

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Highrail Brewing Company

Tart & Thankful (4.9%), a bright and cheerful seasonal sour brewed with cranberry joins the other ales, lagers and stouts on tap!

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Lone Eagle Brewing

The Russian Imperial Stout (9.2%) is back! There are up to 14 varieties of beers on tap, a variety of styles from Sours to IPA's.

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Odd Bird Brewing

A new beer - Skullduggery (8.7%)!

It is a Belgian Style Tripel. A strong golden ale with with gentle fruity aromas and a dry finish. View additional brews below.

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Readington Brewery & Hop Farm

Neshanic in Algonquin means double stream. What more apropos for the name of our Dubbel? Meet Dubbel Stream (7.5%), an amber beer that marries well with any food. Hints of stone fruit sweetness derived from the Special W malt and clear candy syrup backed by noble hops with our Trappist yeast.

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Sunken Silo

A New Release! Shallow End Juicy Pale Ale is now Available. This new Ale joins other IPAs, stouts, Lagers and hard seltzers.

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EVENTS

Live Music, Comedy Shows, Pop-ups, and more!


The Breweries are busy making beer and providing events that keep people coming through the doors!  


Events for the coming month are below.

Please visit the events page to find out more about these events and future events!

Events Page


December 4 from 7-10pm:

Live Music - The Britles


December 11 from 7-10pm:

Patio Music - Street Friar's Band


December 12 from 7-10pm:

Patio Music - This Old Engine



Live Music Every Saturday night!


Open Mic Every Tuesday night!


December 31 from 9pm:

New Years Eve with Karmic Repair Company!

passport program

Have you finished your passport yet?


The glasses are in and ready to go!


The passport program ends December 31st so make sure you hit every brewery on the trail before then!

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