Montclair Brewery
Founded by Denise Ford Sawadogo & Leo Sawadogo · Montclair, NJ
Verified Licensed
- NJ License 3404-11-879-001· Limited Brewery Licenseactive
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The Story
Denise Ford Sawadogo & Leo Sawadogo
Founder
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Stories about Montclair Brewery
Barrel & Flow Fest 2026: Pittsburgh Ignites Black Craft Beer Innovation
Pittsburgh's Barrel & Flow Fest returns, gathering over 35 Black-owned breweries and distilleries for a weekend of groundbreaking collaborations and community celebration. This premier event continues to champion diversity, culture, and entrepreneurship in the craft beverage industry.
Montclair Brewery’s 2026 Black History Month Series Honors Lumumba and Doby
Montclair Brewery continues its tradition of celebrating Black history and culture through craft beer, launching its 2026 Black History Month Beer Series. This year's releases feature the Lumumba Smoked Ale, paying tribute to a pivotal African independence leader, and the returning Doby Caramel Pale Ale, honoring a baseball icon.
Black-Owned Breweries Mark Milestones and Chart Future Growth Across the U.S.
From celebrating significant anniversaries to historic openings and pivotal leadership appointments, Black-owned breweries are making powerful statements. These recent developments underscore a vibrant movement of community, innovation, and increasing representation in America's craft beer scene.
From the Encyclopedia
Montclair Brewery: Crafting Community and Culture in New Jersey
Montclair Brewery, founded by Denise and Leo Sawadogo, is New Jersey's first Black-owned brewery, known for its culturally inspired beers and deep commitment to community engagement.
The Black-Owned Craft Beer Movement in the United States
The Black-owned craft beer movement has grown from historical roots to a vibrant, albeit underrepresented, sector, fostering community and cultural expression. This movement challenges industry norms and champions diversity, despite facing significant systemic hurdles.
National Black Brewers Association
The National Black Brewers Association (NB2A) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering career advancement and economic equity for African-American brewing professionals and business owners. Founded in 2023, it aims to increase Black representation and ownership in the American brewing industry.
On the public record
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How we know this
On this being a Black-owned business:
“Montclair Brewery was founded by Denise Ford Sawadogo and Leo Sawadogo, establishing New Jersey's first Black-owned brewery.”
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