One of Pennsylvania’s most popular pumpkin craft beers makes its triumphant return, officially out now. Master of Pumpkins by Tröegs has released in 16-oz. cans everywhere their beer is sold starting Monday, September 18.
Each year, the Hershey, PA-based brewery begins the process by sourcing over 3,000 pounds of locally grown Pennsylvania longneck pumpkins to be used in the beer.
“It takes a long time to plant, raise, pick, slice, clean and roast all those longnecks, but if you ask us, Master of Pumpkins is worth the wait” the brewery says about the process.
“To us, a pumpkin beer should have pumpkin,” says brewmaster and co-founding brother John Trogner. “We’re a Pennsylvania brewery, and pumpkins grow really well here, so using Pennsylvania pumpkins just makes sense. Our fans definitely appreciate the connection to local agriculture.”
After the harvest, brewery staff clean, cut, roast, and purée each pumpkin before adding them directly to the mash tun at the start of the brewing process. Weighing in at 7.5% ABV, the once-a-year beer is subtly spiced with cinnamon, clove, ginger, and nutmeg.
Look for Master of Pumpkins in 16-oz. cans everywhere our beer is sold starting Monday, September 18. Use the brewery’s Brew Finder to find some near you.
