Barbaric Blood Red Ale Coming Our Way In New Collaboration Between Vault & Buckledown Brewing
Vault Comics and Buckledown Brewing are collaborating to bring a new way to enjoy the beloved Vault series, Barbaric with the official Barbaric beer: Barbaric Blood Red Ale. The press release describes the process of bringing Barbaric Blood Red Ale to life as it starts off with the authentic Pale Ale malt, providing a solid and bready backbone.
To enhance its complexity, the brewers have added the robust spiciness of rye malt, creating a delightful interplay of flavors. A touch of pine aromatics is introduced by Chinook hops, perfectly balancing the malty character of this brew. The result is a beer that is both satisfying and refreshing, with a unique flavor profile that will leave you wanting more.


Barbaric, the best-selling Vault fantasy series, has taken the world by storm, enchanting readers with its captivating storytelling and stunning artwork by artist Nathan Gooden. Garnering critical acclaim, it has been recognized as one of the best comics of 2021 by notable publications and has risen to be a fan-favorite among readers.
The story follows Owen, a bloodthirsty barbarian, and his trusty drunk axe as they navigate a wild and mythical realm, facing supernatural cultists, menacing giants, nocturnal creatures, and more. ~In the midst of all this chaos, they strive to do some good and leave their mark on the world.
To celebrate the launch of this collaboration, Buckledown Brewing, and Barbaric writer and co-creator Michael Moreci will be hosting a special launch event at the brewery’s Lyons, IL. Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the creative minds behind Barbaric and dive deeper into the epic world they’ve created. Moreci will also be doing a comic signing at the event.

A brand new Barbaric series, titled Barbaric: Born in Blood, is on the horizon, slated to hit your favorite comic book shops in February 2024. Before jumping back into the world of Barbaric, mark your calendars for December 15th, 2023 as Barbaric Blood Red Ale arrives to the public, those of legal drinking age of course.
You can find it exclusively in 4-packs at the Chicagoland Binny’s Beverage Depot or enjoy it on tap at BuckleDown’s taproom.

Thomas Sauceda
A variety geek who enjoys geeking out with friends over video games, comics, or movies/TV shows. An avid wrestling fan since the days of the Attitude Era and N64’s No Mercy, he now spends much of his time reading and collecting comics. All of my puns are intended.
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