Troon — Glass Exoskeleton TIPA

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Glass Exoskeleton pours opaque and densely hazy, a glowing golden orb with a pillowy white crown. The nose erupts with juicy tropical fruit, ripe mango, fresh pineapple, and candied peach, layered over bright citrus zest and a whisper of dank resin. On the palate, a plush, soft mouthfeel carries waves of orange creamsicle, guava, and stone fruit, while the hop-forward backbone delivers gentle pithy bitterness and a subtle herbal bite. The finish is luxuriously smooth, fruit-saturated, and impressively dry for the style, masking its triple-strength ABV behind layers of vivid hop expression.

Food Pairing

Pair with grilled mango-glazed shrimp tacos topped with cilantro slaw and lime crema, where the tropical hop notes amplify the fruit and citrus. Alternatively, try with a sharp aged cheddar and prosciutto board, allowing the beer’s soft mouthfeel and juicy character to balance salty, savory richness while the hop bitterness cuts cleanly through.

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.