TROOPER is the new ale from Iron Maiden and Robinsons Brewing. (Contributed Image)
When you think Iron Maiden just can’t get any more metal, the band goes and gets its own beer.
In my interview with Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain about the Battle of San Bernardino, one of the things that came up was the band’s beer, TROOPER Ale (all caps required on TROOPER, kind of like ABBA).
The name comes from the Maiden classic, “The Trooper.” Lead singer Bruce Dickinson helmed the craft ale on the Maiden front and worked with Robinsons Brewery.
“Although we’ve got our name and Bruce designed the beer with Robinsons Brewery, it’s a stand alone good drop,” McBrain said.
He stressed that the beer is a real ale, not a lager and that it’s brewed to be opened and enjoyed at room temperature rather than cold. McBrain said he even has a bottle or two after the show.
“Really,it’s a beautiful darker-tasting beer,” he said.
Rumor is that you just might be able to try it for yourself if you’re going to the Battle of San Bernardino at San Manuel Amphitheater in Devore on Friday, Sept. 13.
Here’s a video about Iron Maiden and the beer.