From Vaults to Vessels: Our First Look at Farm Truck’s New Audubon Home
Since opening their doors in Medford back in June 2022, Farm Truck Brewing has quickly become a cornerstone of the South Jersey craft scene. Known for their "down-to-earth vibes" and a "modern barn" aesthetic that features reclaimed wood and lush greenery. Now, they are bringing that same community-first energy to Camden County with a highly anticipated second location in Audubon.
We recently had the chance to step inside the new space at 100 W. Merchant Street during one of their innovative pop-up events, and we walked away seriously impressed by the transformation.
A New Life for a Landmark Space
Taking over the iconic former bank building—previously home to Red White and Brew—Farm Truck is leaning into the venue’s "cavernous" two-story architecture. While the building's bones are historic, the team has been busy with a massive interior refresh. One of the most striking changes we noticed was the new, significantly larger bar that now wraps around the side of the main room, creating a much more fluid flow for thirsty guests.
They’ve also made the bold move of removing the old refrigerator units to install a dedicated performance stage—some standout improvements to the building that caught our eye at Pint Perspective.
Bigger Bar made out of a concrete wood mixture.
Reinvention of the cold box space with the repurposing of the old bank vault.
Two Historic wood beams are used for hanging lights over the bar top.
A transformed second floor that has its own bar and bathroom for overflow or private events.
The Innovation of the Pop-Up
What makes these Audubon pop-ups so clever is how the team is navigating New Jersey’s strict brewing laws. While they wait for the full build-out, they are utilizing off-site permits (the same ones used for beer festivals) to host "preview" days. They bring their portable, refrigerated tap system from Medford to serve.
Some of the Brews we sampled
Farm Truck Lite - 4.2% Pilsner
Farm Truck Summer - 4.9% Kolsch
Qué Paso - 5% Mexican Lager
Forging Ahead: Nectaron - 5.5% Pale Ale
Love the one you’re wit - 5.8% Wheat Beer
Burritos out Back - 6.6% Hazy IPA
Truckin’ Lucky - 4.5% Irish Stout
Looking Ahead: The Loft and Beyond
The project doesn't stop at the ground floor. The team is currently remodeling the massive second-floor mezzanine, which was previously closed to the public. Once finished, this loft space—which is as large as some standalone microbreweries—will offer a second bar and private event seating with a perfect view of the stage below.
On the production side, the strategy is equally ambitious: Medford is receiving a new 20bbl brewing system, allowing their original equipment to be moved to Audubon. This will let Head Brewer Kenny recreate the Farm Truck classics on-site while experimenting with new brews exclusive to the Audubon taps.
Farm Truck Audubon will be the new "central hub" Merchant Street has been waiting for. Whether you’re a Medford regular or a Camden County local, you’ll want to keep a close eye on their socials for the next pop-up date—this is a "spectacular" next chapter you don't want to miss.
