Troon — Born Without Bones (2026)

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Born Without Bones pours a dense, opaque haze, releasing a generous burst of tropical fruit, ripe mango, and pineapple aromatics layered with bright citrus zest. The palate delivers a pillowy, soft mouthfeel saturated with juicy peach, orange pulp, and a whisper of dank, resinous hops on the finish. Despite its imperial strength, alcohol stays gracefully tucked beneath waves of fruit-forward hop character. Hop-forward yet remarkably smooth, this 29.01.2026 release showcases Troon’s signature command of the hazy idiom, balancing exuberant juiciness with quiet structural depth and a lingering, gently bitter close.

Food Pairing

Pair with grilled mango-glazed shrimp skewers, where the tropical fruit notes mirror the beer’s juicy hop profile and lift its soft mouthfeel. Alternatively, try a sharp aged cheddar with spicy pepper jelly on crusty bread, the richness cutting through the imperial body while complementing the dank, citrus-forward finish.

About Troon Brewing Company

Troon Brewing Company was founded in 2012 in Hopewell, New Jersey, by husband-and-wife team Chris and Maria Henke. The brewery has built its reputation on an uncompromising commitment to traditional Belgian and mixed-fermentation brewing methods, emphasizing patience, craftsmanship, and the use of exceptional ingredients. Troon specializes in farmhouse ales, saisons, and spontaneously fermented beers, often incorporating local and foraged ingredients that reflect the terroir of their New Jersey location.

The brewery operates with a distinctly artisanal approach, brewing small batches and allowing beers to develop naturally over extended aging periods, sometimes in oak barrels. This dedication to time-intensive processes and wild fermentation has earned Troon a devoted following among craft beer enthusiasts who appreciate complexity and authenticity. The Henkes maintain a small-scale operation that prioritizes quality over quantity, with limited distribution that has only enhanced their cult status within the American craft beer community. Their farmhouse-style taproom reflects the rustic, agricultural aesthetic that informs their brewing philosophy, creating an experience that connects drinkers directly to the traditional European brewing heritage that inspires their work.