Ballentine was founded in Newark in 1840. 'The Ballantine,' a 280-unit rental complex, will open on the defunct brewery site.

The Ballantine, a six-story mixed-use development is opening on the former site of a historic Newark brewery in the city's ...

The original brand closed in 1978 and hasn't returned since. The Ballantine Ale recipe changed many times over the years, with less bitterness, fewer hops, and smoother flavors than before.

For longtime North Jersey locals and seasoned beer aficionados, Ballantine Brewery is likely a household name. Founded in 1840, the beer brand was a staple in Newark's Ironbound neighborhood for ...