When Your Beer is More Haunted Than Your Attic

Foam Brewers

In an era where craft beer names are battling it out for who can be the quirkiest, Foam Brewers decided to take inspiration from something that's already kept you up at night: "The Shining." Yes, that's right, nothing complements the complex notes of a Double IPA quite like the mental image of Jack Nicholson hacking through a door. It's a brew that asks, "All work and no beer makes who a dull boy?"

At first glance, "The Shining" Double IPA sounds like it might come with a complimentary axe or perhaps a set of twins standing ominously at the end of your bar. But fear not, it's just Foam Brewers' latest concoction, aiming to blend the hops with a side of horror. Because, let's be honest, who hasn't thought their beer could use a bit more of a Stephen King vibe?

Navigating the flavor profile of "The Shining" is akin to wandering the Overlook Hotel – complex, bewildering, and you're never quite sure if what you're experiencing is real. Each sip is a journey through a maze of hops, with citrus and pine lurking around every corner, and a lingering bitterness that whispers, "Here's Johnny!"

But it's not just the taste that's haunted; it's the whole experience. You might find yourself peering over your shoulder with every gulp, half expecting to see Lloyd the bartender ready to serve you another. It's a Double IPA so immersive, you'll start to question if you're drinking the beer or if the beer is slowly consuming you.

What does one pair with a beer inspired by psychological horror? Our top recommendation: a quiet sense of dread, perhaps complemented by a nice, hearty "REDRUM" roast or some "I'm not gonna hurt ya" hot wings. After all, nothing cuts through the hoppy complexity of a Double IPA quite like the subtle flavor of impending doom.

In the grand, sprawling narrative of craft beer, "The Shining" stands out as a testament to Foam Brewers' commitment to the unexpected, the uncanny, and the slightly unnerving. It's a beer for those who appreciate the finer things in life: hops, horror, and the occasional haunted hotel.

So, here's to "The Shining," the Double IPA that proves sometimes the scariest things come in pint glasses. May your evenings be full of flavor, your hallways free of apparitions, and your beers never as dull as a long winter's isolation. Cheers, you shining, hoppy people.

Cheers you, magnificent silly bastards!