Edible Jersey's Drink Local Guide

Last Updated September 07, 2019
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A LONG ROAD; A NEW BEGINNING
 

January 17, 2020, will mark the 100th anniversary of the start of Prohibition. Described by President Herbert Hoover as “a great social and economic experiment,” the ban preventing alcohol from being made, transported, or sold in the United States would remain in effect for 13 years. Its promised benefits of reduced crime, improved health and safety, and a higher public morality never materialized. Instead, it brought New Jersey a dubious notoriety for illegal alcohol and gangster profiteers.

When the 21st Amendment repealed Prohibition in 1933, it also shifted the regulation of alcohol from the federal government to the states. For many producers in NJ, however, it was too late and state legislation came too slowly. Prohibition had nearly extinguished New Jersey’s long tradition of winemaking. Brewery operations struggled to regain their dominance in a consolidating marketplace; distilleries were on the verge of extinction.

But that’s all changing now. Step by step, more favorable legislation has given rise to a new, modern wine, spirits, and brewing industry in New Jersey. Progress has been a result of the passionate pursuit of many advocates.

That passion is paying off. The numbers are growing and with that revival come more jobs and new opportunities. The quality is growing, too. As this issue of Edible Jersey headed to press, Newark’s All Point’s West Distillery was awarded a medal for “Best Whiskey of the Year” at the 2019 international USA Spirits competition.

We hope this special section informs and inspires you to support New Jersey’s wine, spirits, and brewing artisans. Be a part of an exciting industry destined to bring positive social and economic change to the Garden State. —N. Painter

Click Below for the Full Listing of ALL
NJ WINERIES
NJ BREWERIES
NJ DISTILLERIES, CIDERIES, and MORE

 


 

Advertising Partners for the NJ DRINK LOCAL GUIDE
 

WINERIES:

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BREWERIES:

Note: The NJ beverage producers Listed above are Edible Jersey advertising partners.

 

 

BELLVIEW WINERY

Bellview Winery Vineyards
We have great potential here in New Jersey to become a world class wine region, and we’re doing our best to make it happen.

CAPE MAY WINERY & VINEYARD

Cape May Winery Vineyard
We pride ourselves on our small family-owned and operated business.

HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD & WINERY

Hawk Haven Winery and Vineyard
Hawk Haven Vineyard & Winery invites you to discover its award-winning hand crafted wines.

SHARROTT WINERY

Sharrott Winery
There is nothing better than sharing our hard work with our customers.

TERHUNE ORCHARDS WINERY

Terhune Orchards - vineyard
Welcoming new and returning customers to experience our Jersey Fresh wines and expanded events, music series, festivals, and wine trails.

ASBURY PARK DISTILLING CO.

Asbury Park Distillery
Bringing people together to learn firsthand how their spirits are produced.

IRONBOUND HARD CIDER

Ironbound Cider vats
Cider came with a creative freedom I have not known.

LAIRD & COMPANY

New Jersey’s own Laird & Company is America’s oldest family-run distillery.

NAUTI SPIRITS

Creating true farm-to-bottle spirits.

SILK CITY DISTILLERS - GHOST HAWK BREWING COMPANY

Silk City and Ghost Hawk brewing vats
A unique opportunity to enjoy some of New Jersey’s best beer and spirits in one location.

SOURLAND MOUNTAIN SPIRITS

Sourland Mountain Spirits facilitiy
If you’re not going to try and make the best craft spirits, why do it?

TOMS RIVER BREWING

Leaving a major mark on New Jersey’s craft beer industry.

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