Nito Brewing Releases XPA "MEGA MOTUEKA" as the Fourth Installment in the HOPZILLA Series
Nito Brewing in Omihachiman, Shiga Prefecture, has released "HOPZILLA: MEGA MOTUEKA" as the fourth installment in the HOPZILLA series, which explores the potential of single-hop brewing. This XPA highlights the appeal of New Zealand hops, balancing citrus notes and tropical aromas with a crisp drinkability and firm bitterness.
Hop BroNito Brewing in Shiga has released MEGA MOTUEKA, the fourth HOPZILLA entry. It’s an XPA that really shows off the appeal of single-hop brewing, and hop lovers are going to notice it.
MugiWhoa, HOPZILLA already sounds powerful! So the fourth installment means the earlier ones were pretty bold too?
Hop BroExactly. This time, New Zealand’s MEGA MOTUEKA is the star. It leans into lime-like citrus and tropical aromas, so you can enjoy the hop character head-on.
MugiLime and tropical fruit? I can’t even keep up with the flavor image! What kind of feeling do you get from that citrus-and-tropical combo?
Hop BroOn the palate, it’s refreshing at first, then the bitterness comes through firmly. And because it has that XPA-style lightness, it goes down smoothly without feeling heavy.
MugiSo XPA is kind of like IPA’s cousin? I really want to know what XPA means.
Hop BroRoughly speaking, it’s a style that makes hop aroma easier to enjoy without being as heavy as an IPA. So it’s a format that aims for both drinkability and flavor.
MugiI see, it makes a statement without being tiring to drink! With the lower alcohol content, it sounds like something you could even have in the afternoon!
Hop BroPlus, Nito Brewing is good at using Australian and New Zealand hops, and it’s a brewery rooted in the local area. It’s nice that something this bold comes from near Hachiman-bori, by Lake Biwa.
MugiWow, even the local vibe sounds tasty! If it’s sold in the online shop, I can buy it right away, and a six-pack already sounds like party material!
Hop BroIt’s 715 yen for a 360 ml can and 4,290 yen for a six-pack, so it’s just right for a serious hop experience. The way it lets you feel the shape of the hops while staying easy to drink is what makes this beer special.
MugiOkay, that’s settled! I can’t stop thinking I want to drink it now, and I can already feel myself smiling before I even smell it!
Hop BroThen let’s toast with it tonight. Once you open this tropical-aroma pour, I have a feeling the hop talk is going to run long.
Nito Brewing (Omihachiman City, Shiga Prefecture) has started selling its new craft beer, "HOPZILLA: MEGA MOTUEKA," through its online shop. The price is 715 yen for a 360 ml can and 4,290 yen for a six-pack.
This release is the fourth installment in the HOPZILLA series, which explores the possibilities of single-hop brewing. The star ingredient is "MEGA MOTUEKA" from New Zealand. In the official description, it is introduced as a beer that fully brings out citrus notes reminiscent of lime and aromas evoking the tropics. While the bitterness is clearly present, the lower alcohol content keeps it refreshingly light on the palate. Its defining feature is an XPA-style drinkability with a strong hop character.
Nito Brewing is a brewery that actively incorporates hops from Australia and New Zealand while aiming to balance drinkability and flavor. The name "Nito Brewing" comes from the Japanese proverb "If you chase two rabbits, you catch neither," and it carries the meaning of focusing on one thing and devoting oneself to it. The brewery is located near Hachiman-bori, about a 10-minute drive from Lake Biwa, and continues to make beers rooted in the local area.
This "MEGA MOTUEKA" is another new release that clearly reflects the brewery's character. As an XPA that foregrounds hop aroma while keeping the balance from becoming too heavy, it is a beer that is easy to enjoy from early in the season.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroNito Brewing in Shiga has released MEGA MOTUEKA, the fourth HOPZILLA entry. It’s an XPA that really shows off the appeal of single-hop brewing, and hop lovers are going to notice it.
MugiWhoa, HOPZILLA already sounds powerful! So the fourth installment means the earlier ones were pretty bold too?
Hop BroExactly. This time, New Zealand’s MEGA MOTUEKA is the star. It leans into lime-like citrus and tropical aromas, so you can enjoy the hop character head-on.
MugiLime and tropical fruit? I can’t even keep up with the flavor image! What kind of feeling do you get from that citrus-and-tropical combo?
Hop BroOn the palate, it’s refreshing at first, then the bitterness comes through firmly. And because it has that XPA-style lightness, it goes down smoothly without feeling heavy.
MugiSo XPA is kind of like IPA’s cousin? I really want to know what XPA means.
Hop BroRoughly speaking, it’s a style that makes hop aroma easier to enjoy without being as heavy as an IPA. So it’s a format that aims for both drinkability and flavor.
MugiI see, it makes a statement without being tiring to drink! With the lower alcohol content, it sounds like something you could even have in the afternoon!
Hop BroPlus, Nito Brewing is good at using Australian and New Zealand hops, and it’s a brewery rooted in the local area. It’s nice that something this bold comes from near Hachiman-bori, by Lake Biwa.
MugiWow, even the local vibe sounds tasty! If it’s sold in the online shop, I can buy it right away, and a six-pack already sounds like party material!
Hop BroIt’s 715 yen for a 360 ml can and 4,290 yen for a six-pack, so it’s just right for a serious hop experience. The way it lets you feel the shape of the hops while staying easy to drink is what makes this beer special.
MugiOkay, that’s settled! I can’t stop thinking I want to drink it now, and I can already feel myself smiling before I even smell it!
Hop BroThen let’s toast with it tonight. Once you open this tropical-aroma pour, I have a feeling the hop talk is going to run long.
