Shinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Ice introduces its new "Nelson SMaSH XPA"
Shinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Ice announced its new beer, "Nelson SMaSH XPA," on Instagram. With an ABV of 5.7%, it is described as a glass with a clearly defined aroma, made with Nelson Sauvin, a New Zealand hop.
Hop BroShinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Ice has posted Nelson SMaSH XPA on Instagram. It’s 5.7% ABV, and this time the hop character really comes through clearly.
MugiWhoa, what’s SMaSH!? That sounds like some kind of special move, but you’re talking about beer, right!
Hop BroThat’s right. It’s short for Single Malt and Single Hop. Since it narrows things down to one malt and one hop, the character of the ingredients comes through really clearly.
MugiSo it’s kind of like a single-child design. Instead of having lots going on, it’s the kind that looks closely at just one thing, huh.
Hop BroThe star this time is Nelson Sauvin. It’s a New Zealand hop with a really distinctive character, known for aromas reminiscent of white grapes and gooseberries.
MugiWhoa, the smell of white grapes!? A beer showing up like wine is kind of cheating!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: it’s soft on the palate, but the drinking impression is dry and light. The aroma is bright, but the finish drops away cleanly, so it feels like you could keep going forever.
MugiI keep hearing the word dry, but does that mean not sweet? It’s a little hard to grasp, but it sounds easy to drink!
Hop BroThat’s the right idea. And this brewery is in Ueno, Taito Ward, Tokyo, as a brewery and restaurant. It’s a 5-minute walk from JR Ueno Station, and the fact that you can enjoy it with lamb dishes is a strong point.
MugiBeer and lamb dishes sound too good together! The hop aroma and the meat’s richness would make the whole mouth a traffic jam!
Hop BroExactly. Rather than piling on the flash, this is a glass that lets you enjoy the shape of the hop, so pairing it with food should make it even more interesting.
MugiI totally want to drink this now! I want to have a drink in Ueno and try picking out the Nelson Sauvin aroma.
Shinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Ice introduced "Nelson SMaSH XPA" as a new release on Instagram. In the post, the beer is described as having an ABV of 5.7% and being built in the Single Malt and Single Hop style, meaning it is made with only one malt and one hop.
The hop used is Nelson Sauvin from New Zealand. According to the post, it has a refreshing aroma reminiscent of white grapes and gooseberries, along with a soft mouthfeel, resulting in a dry, light drinking experience. True to a SMaSH beer, where the hop character comes through clearly, the recipe is designed so the impression of the hop itself can be followed carefully.
Shinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Ice is a brewery and restaurant in Ueno, Taito Ward, Tokyo. Its official website says it is located a 5-minute walk from JR Ueno Station and serves house-brewed beer and lamb dishes. As a brewery where beer and food can be enjoyed together, this new release also seems like one to savor with food in mind.
In this post, the brewery highlights the beer's aromatic characteristics and positions it as a glass in which drinkers can easily see "the world of hops." Rather than flashy presentation, it takes a straightforward approach that brings out the hop-derived nuances of the new release.
Beer Points
- Beer name: Nelson SMaSH XPA
- ABV: 5.7%
- Hop: Nelson Sauvin from New Zealand
- Style concept: Single Malt and Single Hop
As a new release from a brewery in Ueno that pairs well with lamb dishes, it is shaped into a beer centered on hop aroma.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroShinobazu Brewery Hitsuji Ice has posted Nelson SMaSH XPA on Instagram. It’s 5.7% ABV, and this time the hop character really comes through clearly.
MugiWhoa, what’s SMaSH!? That sounds like some kind of special move, but you’re talking about beer, right!
Hop BroThat’s right. It’s short for Single Malt and Single Hop. Since it narrows things down to one malt and one hop, the character of the ingredients comes through really clearly.
MugiSo it’s kind of like a single-child design. Instead of having lots going on, it’s the kind that looks closely at just one thing, huh.
Hop BroThe star this time is Nelson Sauvin. It’s a New Zealand hop with a really distinctive character, known for aromas reminiscent of white grapes and gooseberries.
MugiWhoa, the smell of white grapes!? A beer showing up like wine is kind of cheating!
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: it’s soft on the palate, but the drinking impression is dry and light. The aroma is bright, but the finish drops away cleanly, so it feels like you could keep going forever.
MugiI keep hearing the word dry, but does that mean not sweet? It’s a little hard to grasp, but it sounds easy to drink!
Hop BroThat’s the right idea. And this brewery is in Ueno, Taito Ward, Tokyo, as a brewery and restaurant. It’s a 5-minute walk from JR Ueno Station, and the fact that you can enjoy it with lamb dishes is a strong point.
MugiBeer and lamb dishes sound too good together! The hop aroma and the meat’s richness would make the whole mouth a traffic jam!
Hop BroExactly. Rather than piling on the flash, this is a glass that lets you enjoy the shape of the hop, so pairing it with food should make it even more interesting.
MugiI totally want to drink this now! I want to have a drink in Ueno and try picking out the Nelson Sauvin aroma.
