Friends-Owned Somerset County Brewery Closes For Good

Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company, founded in 2019, has shut down after six years in business.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Two longtime friends and homebrewers, Jan Chwiedosiuk and Brian Teel, have closed their Somerset-based brewery Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company for good after six years in operation. The brewery, which opened in 2019, was more than just a business for the owners - it was a hub for the local community, hosting conversations, celebrations, and bringing people together over a shared passion for craft beer.

Why it matters

The closure of Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company is a bittersweet moment, as it represents the challenges small, independent businesses can face, even after building a loyal customer base. The brewery's story also highlights how personal passions can sometimes evolve into successful entrepreneurial ventures, only to face an uncertain future due to factors beyond the owners' control.

The details

Jan Chwiedosiuk and Brian Teel, two longtime friends and homebrewers, opened Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company in May 2019 at 14 Worlds Fair Dr., Unit J in Somerset, New Jersey. The brewery was inspired by the friends' shared passion for homebrewing, which began in 2011 after Hurricane Irene impacted their personal and professional lives. Despite the brewery's popularity and community-focused approach, the owners have decided to close the business for good, citing the challenges of running a small, independent brewery.

  • Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company opened in May 2019.
  • The brewery closed for good on Sunday, February 26, 2026.

The players

Jan Chwiedosiuk

Co-owner of Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company and a resident of Stirling, New Jersey.

Brian Teel

Co-owner of Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company and a resident of Belle Mead, New Jersey.

Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company

A craft brewery founded in 2019 by Jan Chwiedosiuk and Brian Teel, located in Somerset, New Jersey.

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What they’re saying

“After six incredible years, we have decided to close the doors of Jersey Cyclone Brewing. This brewery has always been about more than just beer — it's been about community, conversations over pints, laughter, celebrations, and the incredible support of every single person who walked through our doors, shared a post, brought a friend, or made Jersey Cyclone part of their routine. Each one of these is a memory that we will never forget. We are endlessly grateful for the love, loyalty, and encouragement you've shown us over the years.”

— Jan Chwiedosiuk and Brian Teel, Co-owners, Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company (Patch.com)

“Over six years ago, we opened our doors for the first time in a rainstorm, and last night, we closed them for the final time in a bomb cyclone. Oh the irony.”

— Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company (Instagram)

The takeaway

The closure of Jersey Cyclone Brewing Company serves as a poignant reminder of the challenges small, independent businesses can face, even when they have built a loyal customer base and community support. However, the brewery's story also highlights the passion and perseverance of entrepreneurs who turn their hobbies into successful ventures, only to ultimately succumb to factors beyond their control.