Brooklyn Brewery The Stonewall Inn IPA

Brooklyn Brewery, based in New York City, is one of the most prominent pioneers of the American craft beer movement. Founded in 1988, the brewery has expanded from its local roots in Brooklyn to become a globally recognized brand, available in dozens of countries. The Stonewall Inn IPA specifically is a collaboration with the historic Stonewall Inn, designed as a year-round 'Session IPA' that supports the Stonewall Inn Gives Back Initiative.

The brand's manufacturing footprint is unique; while it maintains its original brewing facilities in New York, it has established extensive international partnerships for local production. In Europe and other global markets, Brooklyn Brewery products are often brewed through joint ventures or license agreements with major brewing groups, ensuring freshness and reducing shipping distances. This hybrid production model allows a craft brand to maintain a high-volume global presence.

Ownership of Brooklyn Brewery is a mix of its original founders and strategic international partners. While remaining technically independent, the Japanese beverage conglomerate Kirin Holdings holds a significant minority stake (approximately 24.5%). Furthermore, much of its international distribution and production is managed through long-term partnerships with Carlsberg Group in various European and Asian territories.