Beer Cafe VERTERE Introduces “Dicentra,” a New Zealand IPA from Okutama
Beer Cafe VERTERE in Okutama, Tokyo, has featured a beer titled “Dicentra / NZIPA” on Instagram. The name identifies it as a New Zealand-style IPA, pointing to a hop-focused addition to the brewery’s lineup, although detailed specifications and release information have not been announced.
Hop BroA new beer from Beer Cafe VERTERE in Okutama has caught my eye: Dicentra / NZIPA.
MugiWhoa, that sounds like a spell! What is Dicentra?
Hop BroDicentra is the beer’s name, and NZIPA is its style—an IPA built around New Zealand hop character.
MugiNZIPA… that is a traffic jam of letters! How is it different?
Hop BroIt means an IPA that showcases New Zealand hops. Put simply, it is an aroma-forward IPA.
MugiNice! What kind of aromas? I am always in for grapefruit-like beer. Is it fruity?
Hop BroExpect notes reminiscent of citrus and tropical fruit, plus herbs and white grapes. A white-grape finish sounds especially tempting.
MugiWhite grapes in beer? It is like a fruit basket started foaming! That aroma range is wild.
Hop BroIts ABV, hop varieties, release format, and serving date have not been announced yet, so check official updates for the details.
MugiSo whoever spots the taproom notice first wins? I cannot wait for news!
Hop BroVERTERE is based in Hikawa, Okutama, where its taproom pairs beer with mountain and valley views.
MugiAn NZIPA in nature sounds perfect! I am running to Okutama—well, taking the train. Let’s go drink Dicentra!
A new NZIPA from Okutama
Beer Cafe VERTERE published an Instagram post on September 17 featuring “▶︎ Dicentra / NZIPA...” The beer is named “Dicentra,” while “NZIPA” indicates a New Zealand-style IPA. The designation suggests a beer built around the expressive character of New Zealand hops.
NZIPA is generally associated with aromas and flavors reminiscent of citrus, tropical fruit, herbs, and white grape, depending on the hops and brewing approach used. The Instagram post does not specify the beer’s alcohol content, hop varieties, package format, or official release date, so those details remain to be confirmed through VERTERE’s official channels.
Enjoying the beer in Okutama
Beer Cafe VERTERE is a craft beer brewery and taproom based in Hikawa, Okutama, in Tokyo’s Nishitama area. Its main taproom serves VERTERE beers alongside food, while the brewery also operates bottle shop locations. According to the brewery’s official website, the Okutama taproom mainly opens on weekends and holidays.
Okutama’s mountains, rivers, and valleys make it a distinctive setting for a brewery. After a day outdoors, a hop-forward NZIPA such as Dicentra could offer a fitting way to end the trip, with its aroma and bitterness providing a contrast to the surrounding natural landscape.
For now, beer fans will want to watch VERTERE’s updates for information on Dicentra’s flavor profile, availability, and serving locations.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA new beer from Beer Cafe VERTERE in Okutama has caught my eye: Dicentra / NZIPA.
MugiWhoa, that sounds like a spell! What is Dicentra?
Hop BroDicentra is the beer’s name, and NZIPA is its style—an IPA built around New Zealand hop character.
MugiNZIPA… that is a traffic jam of letters! How is it different?
Hop BroIt means an IPA that showcases New Zealand hops. Put simply, it is an aroma-forward IPA.
MugiNice! What kind of aromas? I am always in for grapefruit-like beer. Is it fruity?
Hop BroExpect notes reminiscent of citrus and tropical fruit, plus herbs and white grapes. A white-grape finish sounds especially tempting.
MugiWhite grapes in beer? It is like a fruit basket started foaming! That aroma range is wild.
Hop BroIts ABV, hop varieties, release format, and serving date have not been announced yet, so check official updates for the details.
MugiSo whoever spots the taproom notice first wins? I cannot wait for news!
Hop BroVERTERE is based in Hikawa, Okutama, where its taproom pairs beer with mountain and valley views.
MugiAn NZIPA in nature sounds perfect! I am running to Okutama—well, taking the train. Let’s go drink Dicentra!
