Troon — Shadow on the Floor 14-11-25

Technical Details

Tasting Profile

The nose bursts with tropical mango, papaya, and tangerine zest, layered with pine resin and a delicate floral whisper. On the palate, this triple IPA delivers an oily, viscous body that coats generously—saturated with candied citrus peel, apricot nectar, and stone fruit. Bitterness remains surprisingly restrained despite the intensity, allowing the fruit-forward hop character to dominate. The finish is long and warming, alcohol well-integrated, with lingering notes of orange marmalade and a subtle herbal dankness that balances the sweeter elements. Pillowy texture defines the experience throughout.

Food Pairing

Pair with aged Comté or Gruyère—the nutty, crystalline complexity stands up to the beer’s intensity while the fat tempers the alcohol warmth. Alternatively, serve alongside Thai red curry with duck, where the beer’s fruit-forward sweetness and substantial body harmonize with coconut richness and spice heat, while cutting through the dish’s fattiness.

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.

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