Shiga Kogen Beer '1t IPA' Newly Tapped at Chigasaki HOP MAN, Good News for Bitterness Fans
At beer pub HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Kanagawa, Shiga Kogen Beer's popular "1t IPA" has been newly tapped. In a post at 17:13 on March 19, 2026, it was introduced as an Imperial/Triple IPA at 9.5% ABV and IBU 110, with a profile centered on citrus aroma and firm bitterness.
Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Shiga Kogen Beer's 1t IPA has just been tapped. That's a big deal for bitterness lovers!
MugiWhoa! What kind of beer is it? A big deal for bitterness lovers sounds like such a killer line!
Hop BroIt's an Imperial/Triple IPA, with 9.5% alcohol and IBU 110. It's one of those powerful, full-throttle beers that comes back every year.
MugiWhat! IBU 110? That number already sounds like a test score!
Hop BroIBU is a bitterness indicator, and 110 is very high. Plus, it's in the vein of an old-school West Coast IPA, so it's a different path from the sweet hazy trend.
MugiOhh! So it's not fluffy-sweet, but more of a sharp bitterness style? That sounds like it'll wake me right up!
Hop BroExactly. The aroma is centered on orange, with grapefruit peel-like notes and yellow citrus too, and the juicy, dry finish feels great.
MugiWow, that definitely makes me want food! Just imagining the BBQ and hamburger pairing from the post is making my stomach growl!
Hop BroThe place is on the 2nd floor of Sunrize Shonan, 1-1-23 Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa. If you're following taps in Shonan, checking new openings is a must.
MugiDeal! Let's experience the shape of bitterness at HOP MAN today. We're completely in drink-now mode!
At HOP MAN, known as a craft beer hub in the Chigasaki Station area, guest beer Shiga Kogen Beer '1t IPA' has been put on tap. The post describes it as an "annual favorite," making it a beer aimed at drinkers who want to fully enjoy bitterness.
This 1t IPA is an Imperial/Triple IPA. Its specs are clearly listed as 9.5% ABV and IBU 110, and its defining traits are strong hop-driven bitterness and the satisfying heft of a high-alcohol beer. The description says the aroma and flavor feature citrus centered on orange, along with nuances reminiscent of the white peel of grapefruit and yellow citrus, emphasizing a balance between juiciness and a dry finish.
The post also mentions an image of an "old-school West Coast IPA," while noting that it takes a different direction from the sweet, hazy trend of recent years. For anyone looking for an IPA that clearly showcases bitterness apart from current trends, this is exactly the kind of beer to seek out.
HOP MAN is a beer pub located on the 2nd floor of Sunrize Shonan, 1-1-23 Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. For people in the Shonan area who want to keep up with tap updates and enjoy side-by-side tastings, news of a "new tap opening" like this is not to be missed. The post also mentions BBQ and hamburgers as food pairings, making this a beer to enjoy alongside boldly flavored dishes.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Chigasaki, Shiga Kogen Beer's 1t IPA has just been tapped. That's a big deal for bitterness lovers!
MugiWhoa! What kind of beer is it? A big deal for bitterness lovers sounds like such a killer line!
Hop BroIt's an Imperial/Triple IPA, with 9.5% alcohol and IBU 110. It's one of those powerful, full-throttle beers that comes back every year.
MugiWhat! IBU 110? That number already sounds like a test score!
Hop BroIBU is a bitterness indicator, and 110 is very high. Plus, it's in the vein of an old-school West Coast IPA, so it's a different path from the sweet hazy trend.
MugiOhh! So it's not fluffy-sweet, but more of a sharp bitterness style? That sounds like it'll wake me right up!
Hop BroExactly. The aroma is centered on orange, with grapefruit peel-like notes and yellow citrus too, and the juicy, dry finish feels great.
MugiWow, that definitely makes me want food! Just imagining the BBQ and hamburger pairing from the post is making my stomach growl!
Hop BroThe place is on the 2nd floor of Sunrize Shonan, 1-1-23 Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki City, Kanagawa. If you're following taps in Shonan, checking new openings is a must.
MugiDeal! Let's experience the shape of bitterness at HOP MAN today. We're completely in drink-now mode!
