Brewery Profile

18th Ward Brewing

For visitors following craft beer in New Rochelle, this brewery offers a local stop with a backstory that begins in New York City. Founders Jordan Beldner and Michael O’Brien, lifelong friends who had already operated two neighborhood bars, established the brewery in Brooklyn in 2019 before the operation later moved to New Rochelle. Today, 18th Ward Brewing is owned and operated by the founding partners and their immediate associates. Walking in, a visitor should expect the focus to be on the beer being poured rather than a heavily scripted attraction: the taproom is the public-facing point for learning what the brewery is making now and how its Brooklyn origins connect to its current Westchester setting.

Travelers in this part of New York often look for breweries that reflect both city brewing habits and regional taproom culture: fresh draft beer, hop-forward styles, and seasonal releases that may change with the calendar. 18th Ward Brewing fits that pattern through a lineup that includes IPAs along with other rotating or seasonal offerings. The brewery has also received recognition at the New York State Beer Competition, which gives visitors a useful point of context without needing to chase a specific award list. For someone moving between New York City, Westchester, and the lower Hudson Valley, it can serve as a stop that links Brooklyn craft beer roots with a newer New Rochelle presence.

Because specific amenities are not established here, visitors should treat the taproom as the best place to confirm the day’s pours, any seasonal releases, and current service details. Check the brewery’s current channels before traveling for hours, closures, reservation policies, food arrangements, and whether beer is available to go. If you are planning a larger group visit, confirming in advance is the safest approach. The most grounded expectation is a brewery visit centered on tasting what is currently on draft, asking staff about the lineup, and getting a clearer sense of how the operation has evolved since its move from Brooklyn to New Rochelle.

Founders Jordan Beldner and Michael O’Brien, lifelong friends, established 18th Ward Brewing in Brooklyn in 2019 after successfully operating two neighborhood bars. The brewery is owned and operated by the founding partners and their immediate associates. Initially focused on local distribution, the operation later relocated to New Rochelle, New York. 18th Ward Brewing produces a range of styles, including hop-forward IPAs and various seasonal offerings. The brewery has received recognition at the New York State Beer Competition for its products.

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40 Division St, New Rochelle, NY 10801, USA, New Rochelle, New York, 10801

Website: http://www.18thwardbrewing.com/

Hours: Mon - Thu: 4 PM - 11 PM Friday & Saturday: 4 PM - 12 AM Sunday: 12 PM – 8 PM