New Jersey governor eases restrictions on breweries in the state

NEW JERSEY (WPVI) -- New Jersey liquor laws got a major overhaul on Tuesday.

Governor Phil Murphy signed new legislation that lifts food and event restrictions on breweries in the Garden State.

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It also boosts the number of places that can serve alcohol, including shopping malls.

Breweries, distilleries, and other companies can now also manufacture up to 300,000 barrels a year.

That's an increase from 10,000 a year.