Holland, MI – New Holland Brewing Co., the team behind the iconic Dragon’s Milk series, announces the release of Dragon’s Milk Emerald IPA, the first India Pale Ale to join the Dragon’s Milk family. Developed over two years, Emerald IPA is a hop-focused creation that stays true to the core values that have defined Dragon’s Milk for more than two decades: bold character, layered flavor, and a deep respect for time, oak, and craft.
Fermented entirely in large oak foeders, Emerald IPA develops natural vanilla, soft oak, and a round body from the start. This sets it apart from beers that are only barrel aged. Brewed with Lotus hops, it delivers bright citrus, floral lift, and gentle spice for a refreshing and complex finish.
“This beer is the natural result of our ongoing curiosity around what wood can do,” said Brett VanderKamp, Founder of New Holland Brewing Co. “We have always explored how time and oak shape flavor, and this time we applied that philosophy to hops. Emerald IPA is a new direction, but it carries the same spirit that defines every Dragon’s Milk release.”
Lotus hops bring notes of orange blossom, subtle spice, and a floral character that enhances the smooth, oak-kissed profile of the beer. Medium-bodied and expressive, Emerald IPA offers a distinctive take on the style while staying grounded in the Dragon’s Milk tradition.
Emerald IPA is now available on draft at New Holland Brewing Co.’s brewpubs in Holland and Grand Rapids, Michigan. It will also be distributed in select markets, including California, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, North Carolina, and Connecticut.
First brewed in 2001, Dragon’s Milk began as a singular bourbon barrel aged stout and has grown into one of the most recognized barrel aged beer brands in the country. Each release continues the tradition of crafting beers with purpose and patience. Emerald IPA represents a new chapter in the Dragon’s Milk legacy. It is a vibrant and complex expression built on the same foundation of care, creativity, and barrel character.
For more information please visit https://www.newhollandbrew.com/