“The Beer Garden State” New Jersey. There isn’t a state better positioned to be beer capital of the US than New Jersey. A killer coastline. Gorgeous mountains. The Pine Barrens! These pockets of the Garden State inspire brew masters to create unique craft beers that grab the attention of the rest of the country. Join our online community so you can stay up to date with every exciting NJ beer festival, event and happening, and share it all with your friends and family.