Torch House Share House

Torch House Share House is a beer from Esplanda, brewed in Massachusetts. The listing doesn't name a style, ABV or IBU, so the notes below describe what to expect from the category rather than a measured profile for this bottle or can. Check the label for style and strength before pairing. Most American craft beers from New England breweries lean toward either a soft, fruit-forward hop character or a clean, bready malt base, and either way they are meant to be drunk fresh. If the packaging carries a canned-on or packaged-on date, favor the most recent one, and keep the beer cold and out of direct light, since hop aroma fades first. Serve it at about 38 to 45°F (3 to 7°C). Go toward the cooler end if it is a light, crisp lager or pale ale, and toward the warmer end if the label points to a hazy, strong or malt-driven style. A standard pint glass or a tulip suits nearly any American craft style. A tulip also helps concentrate hop aroma if it turns out to be an IPA. For food, hop-forward beers usually pair well with spicy tacos, burgers, sharp cheddar and fried chicken, while malt-driven styles work with roasted meats, pretzels and grilled sausages. Lighter beers match well with salads, seafood and pizza.