Tröegs Independent Brewing has teamed up with New York-based Sloop Brewing Company to release Sloop John T, an 8% ABV Double IPA, as part of Tröegs’ 2024 Collaboration Beer Series. This partnership blends the expertise of both breweries, with the recipe drawing from Tröegs’ Perpetual IPA, Pennsylvania’s best-selling craft beer, and Sloop’s popular Juice Bomb Hazy IPA.
John Trogner, Tröegs co-founder and brewmaster, highlights the value of these collaborations. “Working with other breweries is a great way to gain fresh perspectives and explore creative approaches to brewing,” he explains.
Sloop John T features a hop blend of Citra, Columbus, and Lotus, offering flavors of sweet citrus and mixed berries. Sloop’s Chief Product Officer, Justin Taylor, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, noting the inspiration drawn from both breweries’ flagship beers.
Previous releases in Tröegs’ Collaboration Beer Series include beers made with Warwick Farm Brewing, Tonewood Brewing, and Dewey Beer Company. Sloop John T will be available on draft and in limited 16-oz cans in PA, NY, NJ, MA, and CT.