Troon — Praying with Anger (2026)

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

Praying with Anger pours dense and opaque, a luminous golden haze that signals the soft, pillowy mouthfeel to come. The nose erupts with juicy tropical fruit: ripe mango, fresh pineapple, and sun-warmed peach, layered over bright citrus zest and a whisper of dank resin. On the palate, hop-forward saturation delivers waves of stone fruit and orange pith, balanced by a creamy, low-bitterness body that drinks dangerously smooth for its imperial strength. The finish lingers with juicy sweetness and a green, almost herbal hop snap, classic Troon craftsmanship in a vivid, expressive double hazy IPA.

Food Pairing

Pair with grilled mango-glazed pork belly or jerk chicken, where the beer’s tropical hop saturation amplifies smoky char and fruity heat. For a contrasting match, try a sharp aged cheddar with toasted sourdough and honey, the creamy hazy body softening the cheese’s bite while citrus notes cut through richness.

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.