Troon Brewing Yell Into The Abyss | Imperial Stout New Jersey

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Yell Into The Abyss is a brooding, high-gravity dark ale from Troon Brewing, the cult small-batch brewery operating out of a historic farmhouse in Hopewell, New Jersey. True to Troon’s uncompromising approach, this beer pours a near-opaque ebony black beneath a dense, mocha-toned head that clings to the glass with impressive retention, laying down thick sheets of lacing with each sip. On the nose, the beer reveals a commanding aromatic architecture: waves of bittersweet dark chocolate and roasted espresso open proceedings, followed by subtle underpinnings of molasses, dried dark fruit, and a whisper of vanilla that adds unexpected softness to an otherwise intense profile.

The palate is full-bodied and lush, coating the tongue with a velvety, almost syrupy mouthfeel that speaks to Troon’s meticulous grain-forward brewing philosophy. Flavors of baker’s chocolate, charred oak, black cherry, and a hint of tobacco emerge in sequence, with a restrained but present bitterness that anchors the sweetness and prevents the beer from tipping into cloying territory. The finish is long, warming, and gently drying, with roast character that lingers well beyond the final sip. A beer built for contemplation rather than speed, Yell Into The Abyss rewards patience and rewards cellaring for those seeking added complexity over time.

Food Pairing

Troon Brewing Yell Into The Abyss pairs magnificently with a classic chocolate lava cake — the beer’s roasted bitterness cutting through the richness of the molten centre while mirroring its deep cocoa notes. For a savory counterpoint, consider a board of aged Comté or Gruyère with smoked almonds, where the nutty, crystalline cheese amplifies the malt depth of this imperial stout from New Jersey’s most coveted small-batch brewery.

Troon Brewing Yell Into The Abyss