Miyakoji Hop Garden Brewery to Release Limited Cold IPA "Head to sea" on May 22
Hop Japan, which operates Miyakoji Hop Garden Brewery in Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, will release its limited beer "Head to sea" on May 22. It is a Cold IPA characterized by refreshing notes reminiscent of lemon, lime, and pine resin, along with a sharp bitterness, and a revival event will also be held in Koriyama on the same day.
Hop BroThe limited-edition Head to sea is coming out on May 22 from Miyakoji Hop Garden Brewery in Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture.
MugiWhoa! Even the name sounds like it wants to dive straight into the ocean. So this is an early-summer pint?
Hop BroExactly. It's a Cold IPA, and what's interesting is the aroma, with notes like lemon and lime plus a pine-resin-like nuance.
MugiWhat's a Cold IPA? It's not just an IPA meant to be drunk at a cold temperature, so what makes it Cold?
Hop BroPut simply, it is designed to emphasize IPA hop character while adding crispness through a lager-like fermentation profile. So it has a clean finish but still gives you plenty of aroma.
MugiOh! And with ABV 5.5% and IBU 41, the numbers alone already tell you it has a moderate bitterness.
Hop BroOn top of that, the Centennial fresh hops grown in Tamura City really make a difference. Because they have that freshly harvested feel, the aroma comes through with real brightness.
MugiThat sounds delicious! Using local hops makes it feel like you're drinking the character of the land itself.
Hop BroThat's exactly what makes Miyakoji Hop Garden Brewery special: it continues brewing in connection with the region by making use of the former Green Park Miyakoji facility.
MugiAnd on the release day there's a revival event in Koriyama too, so now I have a reason to stop by after work!
Hop BroIf you can drop in without a reservation, that's perfect. There's even a limited pizza, so tonight it's clearly time for an early-summer pint.
MugiYeah, let's head out with Head to sea in hand and get an early taste of summer with the scents of lemon and pine resin!
Hop Japan, which operates Miyakoji Hop Garden Brewery in Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, will release its limited beer "Head to sea" on May 22. It was sold out last time as its popularity grew, and is now making a return ahead of this summer.
The style is Cold IPA. With an ABV of 5.5% and an IBU of 41, it is designed to combine hop aromas with a refreshing lemon, lime, and pine resin character, along with malt-derived crispness and a clean finish. The key aromatic ingredient is Centennial fresh hops grown in Tamura City, giving the beer a distinct personality within its light, easy-drinking profile.
Hop Japan is a brewery in Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture, that makes craft beer using hops grown on its own farms. By making use of the former Green Park Miyakoji facility, it has continued brewing that is closely tied to the local landscape and agriculture. Its identity lies not only in releasing new beers, but also in centering product development on how to make the most of the area's hops.
On the release day, a revival commemorative event is also planned at the Hop Japan Koriyama branch beer restaurant. Because no reservation is required, it is easy to drop by after work or for a weekend drink. Paired with the limited-edition pizza, this is a beer to enjoy as a pre-summer pint.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe limited-edition Head to sea is coming out on May 22 from Miyakoji Hop Garden Brewery in Tamura City, Fukushima Prefecture.
MugiWhoa! Even the name sounds like it wants to dive straight into the ocean. So this is an early-summer pint?
Hop BroExactly. It's a Cold IPA, and what's interesting is the aroma, with notes like lemon and lime plus a pine-resin-like nuance.
MugiWhat's a Cold IPA? It's not just an IPA meant to be drunk at a cold temperature, so what makes it Cold?
Hop BroPut simply, it is designed to emphasize IPA hop character while adding crispness through a lager-like fermentation profile. So it has a clean finish but still gives you plenty of aroma.
MugiOh! And with ABV 5.5% and IBU 41, the numbers alone already tell you it has a moderate bitterness.
Hop BroOn top of that, the Centennial fresh hops grown in Tamura City really make a difference. Because they have that freshly harvested feel, the aroma comes through with real brightness.
MugiThat sounds delicious! Using local hops makes it feel like you're drinking the character of the land itself.
Hop BroThat's exactly what makes Miyakoji Hop Garden Brewery special: it continues brewing in connection with the region by making use of the former Green Park Miyakoji facility.
MugiAnd on the release day there's a revival event in Koriyama too, so now I have a reason to stop by after work!
Hop BroIf you can drop in without a reservation, that's perfect. There's even a limited pizza, so tonight it's clearly time for an early-summer pint.
MugiYeah, let's head out with Head to sea in hand and get an early taste of summer with the scents of lemon and pine resin!
