Croton Tapsmith

07/17/2026

See you next week.

07/16/2026

Tracy here, regarding closing:

Quite simply, The Tapsmith wouldn't exist without BH. For years, and I hung our hats there, staying out too late and having a blast. Our date nights almost always started or ended there. Toni even featured BH on her NY TV show a decade or more ago, back when Peekskill was often called the "Lower East Side of Westchester."

I got to know and because my Thursday nights were spent in the beer garden with a motley crew of amazing people. Tim and I started fishing together and talking about craft beer. At the time, I was in the final stretch of a 15-year career in marketing that had just about broken my spirit. Craft beer sounded a LOT more fun. Toni and I began looking for a space to buy, or build, a cool tavern—a place where you could just hang out and talk, soothed by a great soundtrack and a bartender who actually gave a s**t that you were there.

We built The Tapsmith in a space that used to be a long-time locksmith and a neighboring barbershop. Both sat dark most of the time. I asked Tim if he would help us, and he connected me with Ross, . Together, they educated us on the must-know aspects of building out the space, handling the technical details, and getting the beer to the people of and beyond.

After four months of a down-to-the-studs buildout, we opened our doors to a thirsty mob on April 10, 2019.

Tim taught me everything I know about the craft beer world. More importantly, he taught me how to run a spot that was different than just "a bar." When people compliment our space and atmosphere, it's because of Tim, Ross, and Pat Fondiller (who tapped our very first keg back when he was with Alewife, which is also sadly gone).

The last eight years of our lives are directly owed to Birdsall House. The connections I made there long ago are what made it possible for me to provide the experiences you enjoy at The Tap today.

We raise a glass to Birdsall House. A pioneer in our business. A legend in my book. A friend for all time. You have until July 26. Go get a drink, and tell 'em we sent ya! 💔

07/11/2026

07/10/2026

We've got about a dozen +/- cans left of the George Washington recipe amber lager. It's a unique brew, very drinkable. Dry and hoppy on the back end. 5.5%

Today is our last day open before family vacation, so grab these cans or you'll have to wait!

07/09/2026

We rarely talk politics here 😂 but..... when told us about their project to brew the OG POTUS GW recipe.... we jumped at the opportunity. Cans and kegs in house. Drink like a President! These are easily some of the best lagers in the market today. George was a master brewer y'all! 🎆🎇🧨 'Merica

07/08/2026

Our family vacation is coming up, friends!
Open Wednesday Thursday & Friday this week.
Come grab our cans!

07/07/2026

We are once again proud to be a title sponsor of the CROTON OKTOBERFEST! Hope you all can make it.... 🍻 Prost 🍻

07/07/2026

A rare Tuesday..... Come have a beer!
Open @ 3pm.
Summer vacation is coming so grab some to go's this week!

07/05/2026

Hope your holiday weekend is amazing!
Stop in for a cold drink Sunday.

07/03/2026

Lots of places closed this weekend for the 4th. Today is a big day for the small business owner.
Cheers!