Troon — A nail in the coffin 23.01.26

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

The nose opens with aggressive waves of overripe mango, tangerine pith, and pineapple juice, backed by dank resinous notes and a whisper of pine sap. On the palate, a pillowy soft mouthfeel delivers concentrated tropical fruit—guava, papaya, passion fruit—alongside candied orange peel and subtle floral hop character. The body remains plush and full without becoming cloying. The finish tapers with lingering bitterness, mild alcohol warmth, and a persistent resinous quality that balances the sweeter fruit-forward elements, encouraging another sip despite the substantial ABV.

Food Pairing

Pair with Thai green curry or spicy Korean fried chicken, where the beer’s residual sweetness and creamy body temper capsaicin heat while tropical hop notes complement aromatic herbs and citrus-forward sauces. Alternatively, serve alongside aged cheddar or blue cheese, allowing the assertive bitterness and alcohol structure to cut through rich dairy fats while hop complexity mirrors cheese intensity.

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.