Double Scoop

Double Scoop is a four-pack of canned beer from Esplanda, brewed in Massachusetts. The listing gives no style, ABV or IBU, so the tasting guidance below is general rather than a measured profile. The name points toward a fuller-bodied, dessert-leaning or double-hopped beer, and beers with that kind of name usually carry noticeable sweetness or hop intensity. Check the can for the style and strength before settling on food or glassware. Serve it cold, around 38 to 45°F, and let it sit a few minutes out of the fridge if it turns out to be a hoppy or sweeter style, since warming slightly opens up the aromas. A tulip or shaker pint works for most ale styles. A wider-mouthed tulip or snifter suits a stronger or more aromatic beer. Pouring into a glass rather than drinking from the can releases hop and fruit aromatics and lets you see the color and haze. For food, match the style once you know it. Hop-forward beers usually pair with spicy tacos, fried chicken, burgers and sharp cheddar. Sweeter, creamier styles go better with salty snacks, smoked meats or a simple dessert. The can format keeps the beer portable and chills quickly, which suits a cooler or a fridge shelf.