Tröegs Independent Brewing announces the release of Double Nugget Nectar, a delicious spin on its iconic once-a-year Imperial Amber Ale, Nugget Nectar.
Touted as a Double Imperial Amber Ale, Double Nugget is built around one of Nugget Nectar’s key ingredients – Simcoe hops – to deliver bold notes of apricot, peach rings, and bright citrus. Azacca hops add hints of juicy orchard fruit, while Columbus and Nugget introduce a layer of dank pine.
“The idea for Double Nugget came up at one of our Scratch meetings, where we pitch ideas for new beers,” explains Tröegs brewmaster and co-founding brother John Trogner. “Someone said, ‘Let’s take Nugget and double it.'”
To balance the assertive hop bill, the beer’s recipe calls for Munich, Pilsner, and Vienna malts to lend a bready sweetness while contributing a beautiful, deep amber-orange color. The addition of flaked oats adds a silky texture and smooth mouthfeel.
“Bringing this beer to life proved to be a fun balancing act,” said Trogner.
Weighing in at 9.5% ABV, Double Nugget Nectar is limited and available now in 16-oz. cans at Tröegs Brewery and throughout its distribution footprint.
Fans can also get a taste of Double Nugget Nectar on draft at one of many First Squeeze events currently underway in markets where Tröegs beer is available.
To learn more about Double Nugget Nectar, please visit the Tröegs blog.
