Along the bustling Route 88 corridor in Brick Township, Icarus Brewing Company continues to elevate New Jersey’s craft beer culture with an ambitious lineup...

The Garden State’s craft beer scene continues to grow with a mix of exciting new openings, fresh taproom experiences, and unique events that are keeping locals and visitors engaged. From Whippany to Moorestown, New Jersey’s breweries are expanding offerings, hosting live music, and bringing communities together over hoppy pours. Double Tap Brewing in Whippany is keeping the good times rolling with its monthly Music Bingo nights, held every second Thursday from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. Guests can enjoy a lively mix of classic and contemporary tunes while competing for prizes, and New Jersey Craft Beer (NJCB) members receive 10% off merchandise at the 50 Parsippany Road location. This regular gathering has quickly become a favorite for...

New Jersey’s independent beer industry is heading into one of its most transformative stretches in years, as regulatory changes, long-anticipated brewery openings, and a packed winter event calendar converge across the state. From licensing reform and farm brewery legislation to Valentine’s week specialty beers and large-scale festival announcements, early 2026 is shaping up to be a defining moment for how—and where—residents experience local craft beer. At the regulatory level, one of the most immediate shifts is already in effect. As of January 20, 2026, the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control ended its long-standing practice of accepting so-called “placeholder” applications for Limited Brewery Licenses. Going forward, new applications must be administratively complete at the time...