Uchu's "MATARIKI" Newly Arrives at Beer shop Llama, Introducing an NZ-Hop IPA
Uchu's new IPA, "MATARIKI," has arrived at the Mitaka beer pub Beer shop Llama. Brewed with Nelson Sauvin and Rakau, it features tropical citrus and white grape notes, along with a dry finish.
Hop BroUchu's new IPA, "MATARIKI," has arrived at Beer shop Llama in Mitaka. This is one NZ-hop fans won't want to miss.
MugiWait, Uchu's new release!? Just the name already sounds intense, but what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's an NZ IPA with 6.5% ABV. And since it uses Nelson Sauvin and Rakau from Freestyle Hops, the aroma character really stands out.
MugiNelson Sauvin... Rakau... those sound like spells! What's so amazing about them?
Hop BroTo put it simply, Nelson Sauvin is known for a white grape aroma, while Rakau tends to bring out tropical fruitiness. So it feels bright from the very first sip.
MugiI see! So when you say tropical citrus, you mean something that sounds sweet but is actually refreshing?
Hop BroExactly. But it's not cloyingly sweet; the finish is dry. It cuts off cleanly at the end, so it is less likely to feel tiring even after several drinks.
MugiSo it's flashy without being heavy! That means you can still enjoy the satisfying drinkability that an IPA should have.
Hop BroAnd at a shop like Beer shop Llama that carries a wide range of bottles and cans, these new-arrival shelf changes are part of the fun. Even the time spent searching for a beer you want is delicious.
MugiIf there are encounters like that in Mitaka, I want to go! I'm already in the mood to drink MATARIKI today!
Hop BroRight? I want to drink it a lot too. It feels like the kind of night where you'll want to slowly appreciate the individuality of NZ hops from a chilled can.
Beer shop Llama in Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, is a beer pub that carries a wide range of bottles from Japan and abroad, with a focus on craft beer. It is a place worth keeping an eye on among beer lovers as a shop you can drop into when you want to quietly choose a drink.
This new arrival is Uchu's new IPA, "MATARIKI," which puts NZ hops front and center. The style is NZ IPA, the ABV is 6.5%, and it has arrived in 350 ml cans. The hops used are Nelson Sauvin and Rakau from New Zealand hop farm Freestyle Hops. According to the description, tropical citrus is layered with nuances of white grape, and the finish is dry.
For those who want to clearly enjoy hop aroma, this should be a beer that is not overly flashy, but has a well-defined character. While it is a fruit-forward type, the finish avoids leaning too much toward sweetness and is designed to leave a clean aftertaste. It can be described as a label that balances IPA-like drinkability with the distinctive aroma character unique to NZ hops.
At a bottle- and can-focused shop like Beer shop Llama, the shelves change appearance every time a new arrival comes in. If you want to keep up with interesting new releases in Mitaka, this "MATARIKI" is one you won't want to miss.
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Hop BroUchu's new IPA, "MATARIKI," has arrived at Beer shop Llama in Mitaka. This is one NZ-hop fans won't want to miss.
MugiWait, Uchu's new release!? Just the name already sounds intense, but what kind of beer is it?
Hop BroIt's an NZ IPA with 6.5% ABV. And since it uses Nelson Sauvin and Rakau from Freestyle Hops, the aroma character really stands out.
MugiNelson Sauvin... Rakau... those sound like spells! What's so amazing about them?
Hop BroTo put it simply, Nelson Sauvin is known for a white grape aroma, while Rakau tends to bring out tropical fruitiness. So it feels bright from the very first sip.
MugiI see! So when you say tropical citrus, you mean something that sounds sweet but is actually refreshing?
Hop BroExactly. But it's not cloyingly sweet; the finish is dry. It cuts off cleanly at the end, so it is less likely to feel tiring even after several drinks.
MugiSo it's flashy without being heavy! That means you can still enjoy the satisfying drinkability that an IPA should have.
Hop BroAnd at a shop like Beer shop Llama that carries a wide range of bottles and cans, these new-arrival shelf changes are part of the fun. Even the time spent searching for a beer you want is delicious.
MugiIf there are encounters like that in Mitaka, I want to go! I'm already in the mood to drink MATARIKI today!
Hop BroRight? I want to drink it a lot too. It feels like the kind of night where you'll want to slowly appreciate the individuality of NZ hops from a chilled can.
