Grimm Pina Pop

Grimm Pina Pop is a beer from Massachusetts, and its name points to a pineapple-forward, piña colada-inspired profile. No ABV or IBU is listed for this bottling, so check the label for strength. Beers built around that idea are typically fruited ales, often tart or lightly sour, with pineapple as the lead and sometimes coconut or vanilla in support. Expect bright acidity and a juicy, tropical nose, with hop bitterness kept low so the fruit stays in front. Because styles like this lean on acidity and fruit sweetness, they pair well with food that has heat or salt. Spicy Thai or Szechuan dishes, jerk chicken, fish tacos with a lime-heavy salsa, grilled shrimp, and carnitas all give the fruit something to push against. Ham-and-pineapple pizza is the obvious match, and a salty, creamy goat cheese works too. Skip very delicate dishes, where the fruit will overwhelm them. Serve it cold, around 38 to 45°F (3 to 7°C). Chilling it fully keeps the tartness crisp, while letting it warm a few minutes as you drink opens up the pineapple aroma. A tulip or stemmed pilsner glass suits it, since the narrowing rim holds the fruity aromatics. A standard shaker pint also works for casual drinking. Pour gently down the side of the glass, as fruited and soured beers can foam more than expected.