The Best Fall Beers & Cocktails in Mercer County
Friday, September 6, 2024 5:00 PM by Kelly Cox
Friday, September 6, 2024 5:00 PM by Kelly Cox
Fall isn’t just about pumpkin picking. Bring on out the seasonal drinks, and I think we could all use one right about now… below are our top local breweries, distilleries and restaurants from Mercer County that are offering up the most unique fall beers and cocktails around. They’re pretty delicious too.
Note: As always, drink responsibly. No driving while under the influence and you must be at least 21 years of age to drink alcohol.
130 Hopewell Rocky Hill Road, Hopewell, NJ 08525
https://www.visitprinceton.org/listing/sourland-mountain-spirits/7094/
top by “New Jersey’s Farm Distillery” for fabulous fall cocktails and sunny picnic tables. All are welcome to come, along with dogs and kids! During the pandemic, this team also started producing hand sanitizer for our local area, which can be purchased at nearby stores as well.
Photo via www.sourlandspirits.com
11 Witherspoon Street, Princeton, NJ 08542
https://www.visitprinceton.org/listing/agricola-llc/6906/
If you're looking for top-notch food to pair with your fall drink, stop by Agricola. Not only do they do farm-fresh seasonal dishes, but their drink selection is off-the-charts. Ingredients for their cocktails are sourced locally, like the fall apple flavors, and the drinks all pair perfectly with the menu, of course.
Photo via https://www.instagram.com/agricolaeatery/
10 Palmer Square E, Princeton, NJ 08542
https://www.visitprinceton.org/listing/yankee-doodle-tap-room-at-the-nassau-inn/6710/
Voted one of the top bars in Princeton due to their substantial selection of local beers and cocktails. They have over 19 world beers on tap along with seasonal drinks. Einstein stopped here for a drink back in the day so you know it’s pretty good. Come by on Tuesday for their Craft Tap Tuesdays where 12oz craft beer is only $5.
Photo via https://www.palmersquare.com/directory/yankee-doodle-tap-room/
2 Graphics Drive, Ewing, NJ 08628
Stop by for their outdoor beer garden and ask to try the Hipp-O-Lantern, which is brewed with pumpkin and a variety of hand-crushed, whole spices or Da’Nile, which is a deep amber ale brewed with vanilla and caramel malts.
Photo via: https://www.facebook.com/RiverHorseBrewing/
16 Fairgrounds Road, Hamilton, NJ 08619
https://www.ratsrestaurant.com
The views are breathtaking, and happy hour won’t disappoint either. They make every experience feel special, along with serving both food and drinks that mirror the season. Stop by their outdoor bar while the weather is warm!
Photo via https://www.instagram.com/rats.restaurant/
Kelly is our Content Developer for the blog, along with a being a lifetime local Mercer County resident. She has over 10 years of experience marketing for global businesses, local firms and startups. Now a mom of a young toddler (and with one on the way!), she has found her passion lies in connecting brands with their audiences, and is excited to be bringing her experience to the Visit Princeton-Mercer team.