Before checking out Lighthouses we had to travel back in time to what it was like during the time period they were built. What better Time Machine than the Cold Spring Brewery at the edge of Historic Cold Spring Village. Our excellent bartender was kind and very knowledgeable about the beers. We had these following; my flight was the Dennisville Inn Porter a 5.6 abv, Eli Foster's Fruited Ale 5.0 abv, Cold Spring Pumkin Feative Ale 6.0 abv and the NA version. My spouse had the Not Ye Grandpappy's Sarsaparilla 3.8 abv and a N/A was also available. The decor was great as the pictures will show and the outside firepit looked welcoming but the areas lighthouses beckoned me.

I have such mixed feelings about this brewery... on one hand, the atmosphere is great. They had a live band playing inside and the indoor space was beautiful. They also have a huge outdoor seating area with lots of picnic tables in both sunny and shady spots. However, the beer itself was really just okay. We started with a flight including a few IPAs - I really didn't care for the Hazy NEIPA, which is normally my favorite style. The Grog was alright and the Finley was pretty good - but they all seemed to lack the right about of carbonation. We got a few to-go cans of the Finley and when we opened it, it was basically flat. Hardly any bubbles and no foam...we tasted it and then dumped it. I did enjoy the German wheat taster and the farmhouse was also tasty. I'm just not sure if the lines need checked and this was a one off- or if this is consistent. Regardless, I would highly recommend for the atmosphere (5 stars) and feel ambivalent about the beer (3 stars)

Great outdoor seating and the indoor looks nice as well. Tuesday afternoon in June so not too crowded but a good experience

very cute atmosphere! lots of seating options and very nice staff. had a great time with my family here in June. will definitely be back!!

Amazing atmosphere! So beautiful , less Of the insane typical brewery crowd , more of a country boho vibe. We had an excellent bartender! And we will be back soon, love our time here will be back to see Steve! Thank you :)

CAPE MAY: Historic Cold Spring Village is an outdoor living history museum which is open seasonally and is pet friendly, but happened to be closed when we visited in late September. The village reopens on June 15, 2024. Luckily on the property, and opened year-round, is Cold Spring Brewery, one of the most unique breweries we have ever been to! Located inside a restored beautiful barn is a tasting room full of so much character, great beer, and a friendly atmosphere. It is NJ's only non-profit brewery that helps support the village to preserve history. The awesome beertender, Bill, made some great tasting suggestions and we had a fun time drinking the Hildreth German Wheat, Cold Spring Red, Cape May Farmhouse, and Pumpkin Festival Ale. There are 15 varieties on tap including non-alcoholic options. Most importantly, leashed dogs are allowed inside and there is also a great outdoor space with firepits and peaceful views. Check their schedule for live music.

I loved that this brewery was attached to the historic cold spring village. The building is an old restored building and it's beautiful. You can get a flight, draft, and cans to go. There was an electric fire pit outside as well. The craft beer was pretty good and the service was pretty quick.

Great space, indoors and out. Dan liked his west coast IPA. Sarsaparilla beer... oddly delicious, light a refreshing. The food coming out looked great but I had the Italian deli in my sights

Stopped in on a beautiful Sunday afternoon in March with my girlfriend while on a whirlwind tour of breweries in the Cape May area. It has the distinction of being the first (and only?) non-profit microbrewery in NJ. It's located in the Historic Cold Spring Village, a living history museum, and all proceeds from the brewery benefit the museum. As a major history lover, this for me is reason enough to visit. The brewery is in a beautifully restored 19th century barn. It is, hands down, one of the most beautiful taprooms I have ever been in, and I've been to just about every brewery in South Jersey. The man pouring beers was exceptionally friendly and helpful. My girlfriend and I sat with our beers on couches in front of a gas fireplace and a giant tv showing pictures of dogs (the place is dog friendly and allows dogs inside). It was extremely pleasant. Everything about this place is five stars, but I think the beer itself brings it down to four stars. We each had a flight, so we tried eight different beers between the two of us. Nothing really stood out to us. It was all decent but nothing extraordinary. In terms of beer alone it is nowhere near the top breweries in the state. Another random nitpicky thing is that all beers - pints and flights alike - are served in plastic cups. It's a shame to be in a beautiful rustic barn and to have to drink out of plastic cups like I'm at a frat party.