Masters Brewing wins silver and bronze at JGBA 2026; now pouring in Numazu
Masters Brewing in Numazu, Shizuoka, reported on Instagram on February 26, 2026 that it had won awards at the Japan Great Beer Awards 2026. Smoky Queen won silver, and DaDaDa Dark Stout won bronze. Its directly operated “2nd Floor Beer Pub” is currently serving both beers on tap.
Hop BroBreaking news! Masters Brewing in Numazu won two awards at JGBA 2026. Smoky Queen got silver, and DaDaDa Dark Stout got bronze!
MugiWhoa! A double win is amazing! Those names sound strong already!
Hop BroAnd they’re already pouring both on tap at their directly operated “2nd Floor Beer Pub.” The perfect setup to drink them right after the announcement.
MugiNice! Getting to toast at the bar right after seeing the award news is the best!
Hop BroThey’re interesting styles too. Smoky Queen is a smoky beer where the smoked aroma takes center stage, while DaDaDa Dark Stout is a dark stout with the richness of roasted malt.
MugiWait, what even is “roasted malt”?! Suddenly it’s science class!
Hop BroIt’s barley that’s been roasted like coffee beans. That’s why stout can have chocolate-like notes and bitterness. Put simply, it’s the aroma that comes from roasting.
MugiWhat is that! Now I really want to drink it! I want to compare the smoky one and the bitter one!
Hop BroThe canned Smoky Queen is sold out, and DaDaDa Dark Stout only has a small amount left online. They’re also still offering free shipping on 12-bottle purchases. At the 4th Beer Pub Meeting on April 4 starting at 18:00, the award-winning beers are also scheduled to be all-you-can-drink.
MugiThat’s a lot to take in! So do I go for the tap in Numazu, or order online while there’s still stock... Either way, my mouth is already waiting for craft beer tonight!
Masters Brewing (Numazu, Shizuoka) announced in an official Instagram post at 11:20 on February 26, 2026 that two of its beers had won awards. According to the post, the results were as follows.
- Smoky Queen: Silver Award
- DaDaDa Dark Stout: Bronze Award
The post also noted that both beers were already being served at the company’s directly operated “2nd Floor Beer Pub.” It said canned Smoky Queen had sold out, while DaDaDa Dark Stout had only a small amount of stock left, and that sales were continuing through the official online store. It also said the “free shipping on purchases of 12 bottles” promotion was still ongoing.
In addition, the “4th Beer Pub Meeting,” starting at 18:00 on April 4, is expected to include these award-winning beers in the all-you-can-drink lineup. New beers, new food items, and prize-based events are also being announced, creating a setup that connects the awards to an on-site experience.
Masters Brewing is a microbrewery that promotes itself as a “Numazu Station-front brewery.” On its official website, it emphasizes brewing that makes use of Mt. Fuji spring water, along with a playful approach to beer-making that pays close attention to aroma, bitterness, and the finish. Rooted in Numazu’s craft beer scene, the brewery seems likely to keep expanding its fan base through both core offerings and limited releases, using these awards as a new point of connection.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBreaking news! Masters Brewing in Numazu won two awards at JGBA 2026. Smoky Queen got silver, and DaDaDa Dark Stout got bronze!
MugiWhoa! A double win is amazing! Those names sound strong already!
Hop BroAnd they’re already pouring both on tap at their directly operated “2nd Floor Beer Pub.” The perfect setup to drink them right after the announcement.
MugiNice! Getting to toast at the bar right after seeing the award news is the best!
Hop BroThey’re interesting styles too. Smoky Queen is a smoky beer where the smoked aroma takes center stage, while DaDaDa Dark Stout is a dark stout with the richness of roasted malt.
MugiWait, what even is “roasted malt”?! Suddenly it’s science class!
Hop BroIt’s barley that’s been roasted like coffee beans. That’s why stout can have chocolate-like notes and bitterness. Put simply, it’s the aroma that comes from roasting.
MugiWhat is that! Now I really want to drink it! I want to compare the smoky one and the bitter one!
Hop BroThe canned Smoky Queen is sold out, and DaDaDa Dark Stout only has a small amount left online. They’re also still offering free shipping on 12-bottle purchases. At the 4th Beer Pub Meeting on April 4 starting at 18:00, the award-winning beers are also scheduled to be all-you-can-drink.
MugiThat’s a lot to take in! So do I go for the tap in Numazu, or order online while there’s still stock... Either way, my mouth is already waiting for craft beer tonight!
