Minoh Beer Announces Spring-Limited 'Blooming IPA', an IPA Inspired by Cherry Blossoms
Minoh Beer, based in Minoh, Osaka, is announcing its seasonal beer "Blooming IPA," brewed with spring in mind. It is a low-bitterness IPA that layers the spicy aroma of Belgian yeast with the brightness of American hops.
Hop BroToday I want to introduce Minoh Beer’s spring-limited Blooming IPA. It’s a seasonal beer brewed with full-bloom cherry blossoms in mind.
MugiHuh, an IPA inspired by cherry blossoms? That sounds so spring-like in both appearance and flavor, and it already feels cute before even drinking it!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. The Belgian yeast aroma comes through first. Spiciness and floral notes overlap there, and then the brightness of American hops is layered on top.
MugiBelgian yeast, you mean it smells like Belgian bread? A beer that gives off bakery vibes is kind of confusing!
Hop BroGood catch. In short, it’s a yeast that readily produces spicy and floral aromas. Rather than being bread-like, it’s more like a director that gives the aroma its own personality.
MugiI see! And when you hear it uses Centennial and Citra hops, it already sounds like the aroma is going to be a total traffic jam!
Hop BroExactly, and then Cascade and Amarillo are added too, with Nelson and Luminosa used for dry hopping. It doesn’t push bitterness too hard, and instead makes aroma the star of the beer.
MugiWait, it’s an IPA with low bitterness? I was imagining something pretty harsh, but this sounds like something I could drink on a spring afternoon!
Hop BroIt’s 6.0% alcohol with IBU 21, pale and milky in color, and best enjoyed around 8 to 12°C. It still has that IPA character, but the balance makes it easy to drink.
MugiThen I’d want to compare it with Minoh Beer’s classic Osaru IPA and Stout! There’s something unfairly fun about chasing each year’s limited spring release.
Hop BroRight, it feels like they’ve bottled the scent of spring in one glass, and it really captures Minoh Beer’s seasonal style. This is the kind of beer I’d want to drink slowly after work while looking at the cherry blossoms.
MugiI can’t hold back anymore! My urge to drink it right now is in full bloom, Hop-senpai!
Minoh Beer, based in Minoh City, Osaka, is a brewery that actively produces seasonal brews in addition to its standard beers. The spring seasonal being announced is "Blooming IPA." Brewed every year with full-bloom cherry blossoms in mind, it layers the spicy, floral aroma derived from Belgian yeast with the bright aroma of American hops.
The hops center on Centennial, Citra, Cascade, and Amarillo, with Nelson and Luminosa used for dry hopping. Bitterness is kept slightly restrained, and the defining feature is that the hop aroma is brought to the forefront. Alcohol content is 6.0%, and IBU is 21. It is pale and milky in color, and the ideal serving temperature is said to be 8 to 12°C. It is designed to be easy to drink while enjoying the layered aromas.
Minoh Beer is known as a craft brewery that has been delivering beer from its hometown of Minoh, Osaka, to the rest of Japan. In addition to its standard "Osaru IPA" and "Stout," it has put effort into brewing limited releases that change character with each season. For those looking for a spring IPA, this is an easy choice to note for its balance of bright aroma and gentle bitterness.
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Hop BroToday I want to introduce Minoh Beer’s spring-limited Blooming IPA. It’s a seasonal beer brewed with full-bloom cherry blossoms in mind.
MugiHuh, an IPA inspired by cherry blossoms? That sounds so spring-like in both appearance and flavor, and it already feels cute before even drinking it!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. The Belgian yeast aroma comes through first. Spiciness and floral notes overlap there, and then the brightness of American hops is layered on top.
MugiBelgian yeast, you mean it smells like Belgian bread? A beer that gives off bakery vibes is kind of confusing!
Hop BroGood catch. In short, it’s a yeast that readily produces spicy and floral aromas. Rather than being bread-like, it’s more like a director that gives the aroma its own personality.
MugiI see! And when you hear it uses Centennial and Citra hops, it already sounds like the aroma is going to be a total traffic jam!
Hop BroExactly, and then Cascade and Amarillo are added too, with Nelson and Luminosa used for dry hopping. It doesn’t push bitterness too hard, and instead makes aroma the star of the beer.
MugiWait, it’s an IPA with low bitterness? I was imagining something pretty harsh, but this sounds like something I could drink on a spring afternoon!
Hop BroIt’s 6.0% alcohol with IBU 21, pale and milky in color, and best enjoyed around 8 to 12°C. It still has that IPA character, but the balance makes it easy to drink.
MugiThen I’d want to compare it with Minoh Beer’s classic Osaru IPA and Stout! There’s something unfairly fun about chasing each year’s limited spring release.
Hop BroRight, it feels like they’ve bottled the scent of spring in one glass, and it really captures Minoh Beer’s seasonal style. This is the kind of beer I’d want to drink slowly after work while looking at the cherry blossoms.
MugiI can’t hold back anymore! My urge to drink it right now is in full bloom, Hop-senpai!
