Brewery Profile

First State Brewing Company

In Middletown’s beer scene, this planned brewery and taproom is best understood as a local beer stop built around both brewing and dining. First State Brewing Company is described as an upcoming establishment in Middletown, Delaware, with locally brewed craft beer and a kitchen offering food service under the same roof. For a visitor, the essential experience is expected to center on the taproom: a place to order the brewery’s own beer, spend time on site, and pair the visit with food rather than treating it only as a quick takeaway stop. Details such as the layout, seating, atmosphere, and service model have not been disclosed, so it is better to think of it broadly as a brewery-taproom concept rather than assume a specific kind of room or format.

Travelers exploring beer in Delaware often look for places that give a direct sense of the local brewing scene, especially taprooms where the beer is served close to where it is made. A stop here fits that kind of itinerary because the business is planned around locally brewed craft beer, but the specific beer lineup remains unknown. No confirmed styles, flagship beers, seasonal offerings, or experimental programs have been announced in the available information. Visitors should avoid assuming whether the list will lean toward IPAs, lagers, stouts, sours, or any other category until the brewery shares more. What can be said is that the combination of beer service and an on-site kitchen may make it useful for travelers who want a single stop for drinks and a meal in the Middletown area.

Practical planning should stay flexible because several key details have not been made public. There is no confirmed opening date, no ownership information, and no disclosed production scale or distribution plan. That means visitors should check directly with the brewery before making a special trip, especially if they are trying to confirm hours, food availability, accessibility details, or whether beer is available only on site. Once operating, the taproom will be the place to confirm the day’s pours and any current food options, since neither a beer menu nor a kitchen menu has been specified. Based on what is known, First State Brewing Company is intended to serve as a Middletown brewery and taproom with food service, but the finer points of the visit will depend on information released closer to opening or available directly from the business.

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Middletown, Delaware, 19709-1482

Phone: 302.285.9535

Website: http://www.firststatebrewing.com

Hours: We 15:00-22:00, Th 15:00-22:00, Fr 12:00-23:00, Sa 12:00-23:00, Su 12:00-20:00

Popular Beers

A quick look at notable pours currently tied to First State Brewing Company.

Beer Styles at First State Brewing Company

First State Brewing Company brews across a range of styles. The current lineup includes HAZY IPA, IPA, LAGER, MODERN IPA, WEST COAST STYLE IPA, DDH HAZY DIPA, DIPA, CULINARY INSPIRED SOUR, WEST COAST IPA, BLACK IPA, TDH HAZY TIPA, and COFFEE STOUT. Specific pours rotate over time — check the taproom board on the day of your visit for what is currently available on tap.

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Happy Hours

    Sep 21, 2026

    Enjoy discounted beer, cocktails, and wine at First State Brewing Company.

  • $12 Mussel Mondays

    Sep 21, 2026

    Enjoy $12 mussels every Monday at our Rehoboth Taproom with delicious options like Mariniere, Diavolo, Dijonnaise, and Fiesta.

  • Music Bingo

    Sep 22, 2026

    Join us every Tuesday @7P for Music Bingo! Enjoy 1/2 price handhelds all day, and swing in early for Happy Hours from 3-6P with $4 core beers and $7 cocktails & wines.

  • 1/2 Price Handhelds

    Sep 22, 2026

    Enjoy half off all handhelds and burgers on Tuesdays!

  • Mingo Tuesdays

    Sep 22, 2026

    Join First State Brewing Company for a fun game of Mingo.

  • $1 Wing Wednesday

    Sep 23, 2026

    Enjoy $1 Wings every Wednesday from 3-10 PM with various sauces including Buffalo, Honey BBQ, Korean Sesame, Hot Old Bay, and a rotating featured sauce.

  • Weekly Trivia Night

    Sep 23, 2026

    The best Trivia in Delaware every Thursday at 7PM at First State Brewing Company. Features themed rounds and happy hour specials from 3PM to 6PM.

  • FSBC Trivia

    Sep 23, 2026

    The best trivia in Delaware takes place every Thursday at 7PM at First State Brewing Company. Winners receive a $25 gift card plus an extra $5 for each team playing. Enjoy Happy H…

  • Trivia Thursdays

    Sep 24, 2026

    Test your knowledge with team trivia at First State Brewing Company.

  • Live Music Fridays

    Sep 25, 2026

    Enjoy live music performances at First State Brewing Company.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is First State Brewing Company located?
First State Brewing Company is located at Middletown, Delaware, 19709-1482. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are First State Brewing Company's hours?
Current hours are: We 15:00-22:00, Th 15:00-22:00, Fr 12:00-23:00, Sa 12:00-23:00, Su 12:00-20:00. Hours can change on holidays and during private events — call ahead if your visit is time-sensitive.
How can I learn more about First State Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.firststatebrewing.com for the brewery's own information about beers, events, and operations. Beer.Social aggregates public data and visitor-facing details to help with planning a stop.