Hadley Grass

Hadley Grass comes as a four-pack of cans from Esplanda, brewed in Massachusetts. The name points to Hadley in the Connecticut River Valley, where "Hadley grass" was long the local nickname for asparagus. The details on file don't give a style, ABV or IBU, so no specific flavor profile is claimed here. The label or can will confirm the style and strength. Domestic craft beer in cans is usually best served cold, around 38 to 45°F, with lighter, crisper styles at the colder end and anything hop-forward or malt-driven allowed to warm a few degrees. A pint glass or a tulip works for most American ales and lagers. Pouring into a glass releases aroma that drinking from the can doesn't. For food, a beer from a region with an asparagus tradition invites spring plates: grilled or roasted asparagus, egg dishes, goat cheese, and lighter chicken or fish preparations. In general, brighter, drier beers suit those foods, while a maltier beer would lean toward roasted meats and sharp cheddar. The four-can format makes it easy to try the beer alongside a couple of different dishes.