Troon — Clinging To Misery (2025)

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Pours a dense, opaque straw-gold with a pillowy white crown, telegraphing the hazy, unfiltered character Troon has built its reputation on. The nose erupts with juicy tropical fruit, ripe mango, and pineapple, layered over bright citrus zest and a whisper of dank, resinous hops. On the palate, soft mouthfeel cushions waves of peach nectar and orange pith, while the hop-forward finish leans pleasantly bitter and aromatic. Lush, expressive, and dangerously drinkable for its imperial weight, this small-batch double hazy IPA showcases the brewery’s careful hop selection and devotion to texture.

Food Pairing

Pair with grilled mango-glazed jerk chicken, where tropical hop notes echo the fruit and tame the spice. Alternatively, try with a sharp aged cheddar and prosciutto board; the beer’s juicy citrus and soft bitterness cut through salty, fatty richness while complementing the cheese’s nutty depth.

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.