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Mad Elf Ale by Troegs Independent Brewing
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Mad Elf Ale

Belgian Style Strong Ale with Cherries and Honey by Troegs Independent Brewing, Hershey, PA

ABV
11.0%
IBU
n/a
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The Troegs holiday beer, brewed with five kinds of cherries, Pennsylvania wildflower honey and a spicy Belgian yeast. Released mid October through December.

Where to get it

Sold in PA, CT, DC, DE, MA, MD, NJ, NY, OH, VA, WV.

  • At the taproom
  • Cans to go
  • Growler fills
  • Bars and restaurants
  • Bottle shops
  • Beer distributors
  • Grocery stores
  • Convenience stores

Sold through wholesalers across Pennsylvania and ten nearby states and DC. In Pennsylvania that means cases and kegs at licensed beer distributors, six-packs and twelve-packs at grocery and convenience stores with a beer license, and draft at bars. The Hershey brewery sells everything to go from its General Store and fills growlers in the tasting room, and the Brew Finder on the site locates retailers by zip code. Scratch series small batches stay at the brewery.

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Aroma

Cherry, honey and warm spices like clove and cinnamon.

Appearance

Ruby red with a light pink head.

Taste

Sweet and tart cherry, honey and chocolate malt, with a peppery yeast note and plenty of warmth.

Overall

Strong and festive. Sip it slowly, it drinks easier than eleven percent should.

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  • Brewery site

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