Maryland Beer Journal
Maryland Beer: People & Places
Maryland Beer Journal & Atlas (MBJA) — We tell the stories of the beer, the people, and the places that make Maryland beer unique. Maryland traverses a diverse landscape, from the Atlantic Ocean to the Appalachian Mountains, including Baltimore, the Chesapeake Bay, historic small towns, and all points in between. And the beer is as diverse as the landscapes.
Eden Town Brewing: A Vibrant Destination in Denton
Eden Town Brewing Company, a new destination in Denton, Maryland, is more than just a craft brewery; it's a testament to community, history, and a passion for crafting an experience. Nestled in a town often seen by many as a drive-through on the way to the beach, Eden Town aims to put Denton on the map as a destination.
Watchtower Brewing: Building Community in a Glass
Watchtower Brewing, nestled in the heart of Aberdeen, Maryland, is more than just a purveyor of fine ales. Watchtower is a testament to community revitalization, a harmonious blend of diverse talents, and an unwavering commitment to quality beer and experience. It’s a story of three founders, a supportive city, and a vision to build "community in a glass."
2025 : A Maryland Beer Year in Review
December is a great time to reflect on Maryland's year in beer. It’s been an interesting year. Let’s take a quick look back.
Maryland Beer Updates: June 2025
It seems like in spite of the negative news around the beer industry, there is always some good news to share.
Maryland Beer Updates: March 2025
Sapwood Cellars Ascends, Sandbox Brewhouse Celebrates Ribbon Cutting, Brewery and the Beast: More Than Just Beer, and more.
Maryland Beer Updates: February 2025
The Maryland craft beer scene is as lively as ever, with big announcements, fresh releases, and exciting events on the horizon. From Guinness shaking up its approach to local brewing to anniversary celebrations and new collaborations, here’s everything beer lovers need to know.
Maryland Brewery Updates: Nov 2025
Heavy Seas celebrates 30 years, Watchtower opens, St. Mary’s County beer is growing, Denton is getting a new brewery, Manor Hill faces some challenges, BabyCat expands, plus beer events announced.
Watchtower Brewing to Open in Aberdeen
Watchtower Brewing Company opened its doors for a special preview on October 24, 2025, and announced planned opening for December 3.
Heavy Seas to Celebrate 30 Years
Join us for our 30th Anniversary Beer Festival on Saturday, December 6th from 12-4 PM and help us celebrate 30 years of bold brews, good times, and Maryland pride! We’ll be joined by 15 other Maryland/regional breweries for this all-you-can-sample tasting experience!
Maryland Beer Updates: October 2025
Maryland brewery update for October 2025. Independent craft brewery news lately has been mostly one way — the wrong way. And at the same time, new breweries are still opening and challenging the tide.
September is Craft Malt Month
September is Craft Malt Month and groups around Maryland and the country are working to bring attention to this important grassroots movement dedicated to small-batch maltsters who source their grain from local farms.
Unauthorized Brewing Opens in North Beach
North Beach has a new addition to its waterfront community: Unauthorized Brewing, a small artisanal craft brewery founded by three longtime friends who turned their love of craft beer into a shared vision. The brewery officially opened its doors on August 14, 2025.
Inside Guilford Hall Brewery with Ben Little
Baltimore’s Guilford Hall Brewery doesn’t chase fads. Instead, its carving out a niche built on European tradition, technical excellence, and a passion for process. At the helm is Head Brewer Ben Little. Now, in the historic former Crown Cork & Seal Factory, he’s found a home where beer is about patience and providing a superior drinking experience.
Wanderland: A New Craft Beverage Experience
The Brewers Association of Maryland, in partnership with the Hops & Harvest Festival, announces the debut of Wanderland, a one-of-a-kind craft beverage experience set for Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Symphony Woods at Merriweather Park in Columbia, Maryland.
Maryland Brewery Updates: July 2025
The Maryland beer scene is ever dynamic. Openings, expansions, closings, mergers. That's what makes it so exciting and so challenging to keep up with. As the Maryland columnists for the Mid-Atlantic Brew News, every two months I survey all Maryland breweries to learn what is new for local beer enthusiasts.
Brewery Fire :: Beer, Heart And Easter Eggs
Brewery Fire in Taneytown, Maryland, at the northern end of Carroll County, is a small brewery and taproom in a small town, but its founder and brewer, Jesse Johnson, is a big man with a big heart.
Independent By Design: Inside Independent Brewing
Tucked just off Bel Air’s Main Street, Independent Brewing Company pulses with purpose. Here, founder Phil Rhudy and head brewer Keith Hipsley have carefully constructed a third space—part laboratory, part living room, and part local institution.
Idiom Closes Production Brewery - Sandbox Moves In
Idiom Brewery in Frederick announced that it will relocate all its beer production back to its Patrick Street location. Meanwhile, Sandbox Brewhouse had its official ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 21, 2025, moving into that former Rockwell Brewing location.