Bak Brewery Unveils New "Aurora" Northern IPA
Bak Brewery in Osaka's Nishi Ward introduced its new "Aurora" on Instagram, with an alcohol content of 5.5%. The Northern IPA-style beer is characterized by citrus- and floral-like aromas and a well-rounded body.
Hop BroThis new release from Bak Brewery in Osaka's Nishi Ward, Aurora, is interesting. It's calling itself a Northern IPA, so this is definitely one to watch.
MugiWhoa, what's a Northern IPA? Is it a beer from the north or something? Sounds kind of cold!
Hop BroBroadly speaking, it's a style that aims to take the best parts of different IPAs. It has the bright hop character, but it's designed to be easier to drink, without being too bitter or too heavy.
MugiOhhh! So when they say it has a just-right body, does that mean it's light on the throat? Or does it mean it's actually pretty substantial?
Hop BroGood question. Here, body refers to the thickness or fullness on the palate. Aurora seems to be designed to be easy to drink without getting tiring, aiming for a balance that's neither too light nor too heavy, so you can keep drinking it.
MugiWhat, that's perfect! And citrus and floral aromas? It already sounds stylish just from the aroma!
Hop BroExactly, the aromatic impression is a big part of it. The post calls it an IPA you can interpret however you like, which is very BAK-like playfulness, leaving the interpretation up to the drinker.
MugiLeaving the interpretation up to us sounds kind of philosophical all of a sudden! Do I have to do independent research just to drink beer?
Hop BroNo need to overthink it. As an urban brewery in Kitahorie, Nishi Ward, Osaka, they brew new beers every week without being bound by fixed ideas, and that energy comes through in the flavor too.
MugiA new beer every week? That's amazing! It's not a factory, it's a beer laboratory!
Hop BroExactly. And this Aurora still doesn't have a listed sales date or serving locations, so it's a beer we're waiting to hear more about.
MugiWow, now I'm curious! This is the kind of thing that makes me want to check BAK's Instagram and even follow up on what people thought after drinking it!
Hop BroRight? If we could enjoy the 5.5% Aurora with those citrus and floral aromas floating in gently, that would be perfect. Now both of us are probably in the mood for a drink.
Bak Brewery Announces New "Aurora"
Bak Brewery, based in Kitahorie, Nishi Ward, Osaka City, unveiled its new beer "Aurora" on Instagram. The style is Northern IPA, and the alcohol content is 5.5%. In the post, it was described as an "IPA you can interpret however you like," suggesting a beer that aims for its own balance while incorporating the appeal of conventional IPAs.
The tasting notes mention a fresh aroma reminiscent of citrus and flowers and a just-right body. It is also described as having "the best parts of various IPAs," giving the impression that while the hop character is brought to the forefront, the beer is designed to be easy to drink without palate fatigue. The post also ends with a line asking for thoughts after drinking it.
According to its official website, BAK describes itself as an Osaka-based urban brewery built around the concept of "Brewing and Kindling." Unbound by beer tradition or trends, it is characterized by brewing and releasing a new beer every week, and it has continued to produce distinctive beers centered around its brewing base in Horie. This new "Aurora" is also worth noting as a release that reflects that free-spirited approach.
At present, the post does not specify a sales start date or serving locations, so further details will have to wait for future announcements. If you're interested, it would be a good idea to keep an eye on BAK's Instagram and official website.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThis new release from Bak Brewery in Osaka's Nishi Ward, Aurora, is interesting. It's calling itself a Northern IPA, so this is definitely one to watch.
MugiWhoa, what's a Northern IPA? Is it a beer from the north or something? Sounds kind of cold!
Hop BroBroadly speaking, it's a style that aims to take the best parts of different IPAs. It has the bright hop character, but it's designed to be easier to drink, without being too bitter or too heavy.
MugiOhhh! So when they say it has a just-right body, does that mean it's light on the throat? Or does it mean it's actually pretty substantial?
Hop BroGood question. Here, body refers to the thickness or fullness on the palate. Aurora seems to be designed to be easy to drink without getting tiring, aiming for a balance that's neither too light nor too heavy, so you can keep drinking it.
MugiWhat, that's perfect! And citrus and floral aromas? It already sounds stylish just from the aroma!
Hop BroExactly, the aromatic impression is a big part of it. The post calls it an IPA you can interpret however you like, which is very BAK-like playfulness, leaving the interpretation up to the drinker.
MugiLeaving the interpretation up to us sounds kind of philosophical all of a sudden! Do I have to do independent research just to drink beer?
Hop BroNo need to overthink it. As an urban brewery in Kitahorie, Nishi Ward, Osaka, they brew new beers every week without being bound by fixed ideas, and that energy comes through in the flavor too.
MugiA new beer every week? That's amazing! It's not a factory, it's a beer laboratory!
Hop BroExactly. And this Aurora still doesn't have a listed sales date or serving locations, so it's a beer we're waiting to hear more about.
MugiWow, now I'm curious! This is the kind of thing that makes me want to check BAK's Instagram and even follow up on what people thought after drinking it!
Hop BroRight? If we could enjoy the 5.5% Aurora with those citrus and floral aromas floating in gently, that would be perfect. Now both of us are probably in the mood for a drink.
