Brewery Profile

Volunteer Brewing Company

A Main Street address gives this Middletown brewery a different feel from the industrial-park taprooms common in many craft beer markets. Visitors find a brewing operation set inside a renovated 1800s home, so the first impression is tied as much to the building and the street as to the beer itself. Volunteer Brewing Company works on a small-batch scale and uses a garage brewing setup, which keeps the experience close to the neighborhood it serves. In the context of Middletown’s beer scene, it functions as a local stop rather than a large regional production brewery. The setting also gives visitors a direct connection to the town’s older built environment while still offering a working brewery atmosphere.

Travelers in this part of Delaware often look for compact, easy-to-understand stops: a downtown walk, a local drink, and a sense of how a community uses its older buildings today. A visit here fits that pattern because the brewery’s identity is closely tied to Middletown and to its Main Street surroundings. The known beverage focus is small-batch craft beer and seltzer, so it may appeal to groups that include both traditional beer drinkers and people looking for something lighter or different. Without relying on a published list of flagship beers or specific styles, the most accurate expectation is a neighborhood-scale tasting experience shaped by what is being made and poured at the time.

For planning purposes, treat the taproom as the place to confirm the day’s pours, since specific beer names, style lineup, food options, seating details, and other amenities are not established here. Visitors who care about hours, parking, outdoor space, family policies, or whether outside food is allowed should check directly with the brewery before going. The practical draw is straightforward: a Main Street brewery in a historic home, making small batches of beer and seltzer with a garage-based brewing setup. It is best approached as a local Middletown stop where the building, the brewing scale, and the neighborhood setting are central to the visit.

Situated on Main Street in Middletown, Delaware, Volunteer Brewing Company operates within a renovated 1800s home. The brewery produces small batch craft beer and seltzer using a garage brewing setup. Its focus lies in serving the local neighborhood community. The venue reflects the area's history while providing a setting for their brewing efforts.

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120 W Main St, Middletown, Delaware, 19709-1040

Phone: (302) 464-0822

Website: http://www.VolunteerBrewing.com

Upcoming Events

Upcoming public events currently attached to this brewery.

  • Tuesday Closure

    Sep 21, 2026

    Volunteer Brewing Company is closed on Tuesdays. We're busy preparing for another week of great beer.

  • Wednesday Operating Hours

    Sep 23, 2026

    Volunteer Brewing Company is open on Wednesdays from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Start your week with us!

  • Thursday Operating Hours

    Sep 24, 2026

    Volunteer Brewing Company is open on Thursdays from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Perfect for an after-work brew.

  • Friday Operating Hours

    Sep 25, 2026

    Volunteer Brewing Company is open on Fridays from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Kick off your weekend with us!

  • Saturday Operating Hours

    Sep 26, 2026

    Volunteer Brewing Company is open on Saturdays from Noon to 10:00 PM. Enjoy our taphouse and backyard beer garden.

  • Sunday Operating Hours

    Sep 27, 2026

    Volunteer Brewing Company is open on Sundays from Noon to 6:00 PM. Join us for a relaxing afternoon.

  • Monday Closure

    Sep 27, 2026

    Volunteer Brewing Company is closed on Mondays. We look forward to seeing you later in the week.

  • Lamppost Decorating

    Nov 7, 2026

    Businesses and community groups decorate lampposts along Main Street for the holidays. The public votes for their favorites on the website.

  • Christmas Tree Lighting & Caroling on the Square

    Nov 27, 2026

    Annual tree lighting ceremony with live caroling and community celebration at Town Square. Free and open to all.

  • Holiday Spectacular Parade

    Dec 5, 2026

    Floats, marching bands, performers, and Santa Claus along South Broad Street to South Scott Street with special performances at Town Square.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Volunteer Brewing Company located?
Volunteer Brewing Company is located at 120 W Main St, Middletown, Delaware, 19709-1040. Use the map and directions on this page to plan your visit.
What are Volunteer Brewing Company's hours?
Taproom hours are not posted to Beer.Social. Call (302) 464-0822 to confirm before visiting.
How can I learn more about Volunteer Brewing Company?
Visit http://www.VolunteerBrewing.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.