Brooklyn Brewery East IPA

Brooklyn Brewery East IPA is a flagship craft beer from the renowned Brooklyn Brewery. Originally founded in 1988 by Steve Hindy and Tom Potter in Brooklyn, New York, the brand is a pioneer of the American craft beer movement. Its iconic logo was designed by the legendary graphic artist Milton Glaser.

While the brand's identity is deeply rooted in New York City, it has a significant presence in international markets, particularly in Sweden, which is one of its largest export regions. For the Swedish and broader European markets, the beer is produced through a long-standing partnership with the Carlsberg Group. In Sweden, Brooklyn Brewery products are typically brewed locally at Carlsberg’s facility in Falkenberg to ensure freshness and reduce environmental impact. Additionally, the brand operates the 'Nya Carnegie Bryggeriet' (New Carnegie Brewery) in Stockholm as a joint venture between Brooklyn Brewery and Carlsberg.

As of 2026, the brand operates under a strategic ownership structure where the original founders and private investors retain a presence, while significant minority stakes and international brand rights are held by major global players. Specifically, Kirin Holdings of Japan holds a minority stake (approximately 24.5%), and the Carlsberg Group owns the rights to the Brooklyn brand in European and certain Asian markets.