The-Brooklyn-Defender-2013-640x386ReedPOP Partners with the Brewery to Bring Taste of Pop Culture Extravaganza to Bars and Restaurants Across the City with Limited Edition American Black Ale

ReedPOP, the number one purveyor of pop culture events, and The Brooklyn Brewery today announce the launch of ‘Brooklyn Defender’ – an exclusive American Black Ale specifically created for this year’s New York Comic Con (NYCC). Designed to “strike fear into the heart of those who would forget the virtues of true beer” the latest addition to the Brooklyn Brewery roster has a dark malt visage and hoppy finish that protects the city from the scourge of tasteless beers. In a true nod to the comic book origins of the East Coast’s biggest entertainment celebration, acclaimed comic book artist Cliff Chiang (Wonder Woman, Batman), illustrated the beer’s artwork. The ‘Brooklyn Defender’ will be introduced at a special release party September 21 and then make its’ way to select bars and restaurants. New York Comic Con takes place October 10-13 at the Javits Center.

“New York Comic Con is a celebration of all things pop culture and what better way to celebrate than with a beer. The Brooklyn Brewery has created a true gift for fans and has lined up some events and partnerships that will bring the magic of NYCC all throughout the city,” said Lance Fensterman, global vice president ReedPOP.

Garrett Oliver, Brewmaster of Brooklyn Brewery said, “As a New York City native who grew up on 70s comics and later edited a science fiction magazine, getting to make the Brooklyn Defender for New York Comic Con is a massive honor for my inner geek.”

The ‘Brooklyn Defender’ will protect the drinkers of Gotham by allowing them to take refuge from bad beer and bad vibes at the following better beer bars:

RELEASE PARTY, September, 21 – 8:30 PM-midnight at Brooklyn Brewery (79 N 11th St, Brooklyn, NY 11249)
Open bar, giveaways of ten (10) 3-Day Tickets to New York Comic Con, swag & special guests. RSVP through NYCC.

PINT NIGHTS – Take home a limited edition ‘Brooklyn Defender’ pint glass with order of the beer (while supplies last). Giveaways of four (4) 3-Day Tickets to New York Comic Con at each event.
September 24 – Barcade Brooklyn (388 Union Ave, Brooklyn NY 11211), 5pm
September 26 – Pony Bar UES (1444 1st Ave. at 75th St, New York, NY 10036), 7pm
October 1 – Pine Box Rock Shop (12 Grattan St, Brooklyn, NY 11206), 8pm
October 3 – Flying Pig (70-28 Austin St, Forest Hills NY, 11375), 7pm
October 7 – Owl Farm (297 9th St Brooklyn, NY 11215), 7pm
October 10 – Beer Culture (328 W 45th St New York, 10036), 7pm

NEW YORK COMIC CON SPECIALS, October 11 and 12
Pony Bar West (637 10th Ave, New York, NY 10036) –Take home a limited edition Brooklyn Defender pint glass with order of the beer (while supplies last).

Beer Authority (300 W 40th St, New York, NY 10018) – Happy Hour 11-7, $14.95. After 7:00 PM, $19.95. ‘Brooklyn Defender’ and burger with bacon, onion rings, pepper jack cheese and BBQ sauce. Purchase of the combo comes with a limited edition Brooklyn Defender commemorative pint glass (while supplies last).

NY Beer Company – The New York Comic Con Combo (321 W 44th St, New York, NY 10036)
Chef’s special Chipotle Black Bean Burger and 16oz pint of ‘Brooklyn Defender’ for only $15. Purchase of the combo comes complete with a limited edition ‘Brooklyn Defender’ commemorative pint glass (while supplies last).

For more information on ‘Brooklyn Defender’.

For more information on NYCC.