YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING Introduces a Porter Made with Kanagawa Yuzu
YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING in Izumi Ward, Yokohama City, introduced its "Kanagawa Yuzu Porter," made with yuzu from Kanagawa Prefecture. The porter, with an ABV of 5.5% and IBU of 34, combines the roasty aroma of malt with the fragrance of yuzu.
Hop BroToday’s star is YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING’s Kanagawa Yuzu Porter. It’s a new release packed with local character, made with yuzu from Kanagawa Prefecture.
MugiWait, yuzu in a porter!? I can’t even picture dark beer and citrus together!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. A porter is all about the roasty aroma of malt. When you layer yuzu fragrance on top of that, it becomes a beer designed to go down smoothly without feeling too heavy.
MugiRoasted malt sounds way more complicated all of a sudden! Does roasting the malt really change the flavor that much?
Hop BroIt really does. For example, it brings out a roasty depth that can feel a bit like coffee or cacao. So even though this is a dark beer, it also creates a sense of lightness through its aroma.
MugiI see, so it looks substantial but seems gentle to drink! And with ABV 5.5%, it sounds pretty easygoing too.
Hop BroExactly, and with IBU 34, the bitterness is moderate. It’s not the kind of beer that hits hard with hops, but a balanced one that really lets you feel the body of the malt.
MugiIBU, what was that again, another spell!? If it means a bitterness scale, does a higher number mean more bitter?
Hop BroYes, it’s basically a measure of bitterness. And one of YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING’s strengths is that you can enjoy fresh beer brewed on-site at the adjoining restaurant, with up to 10 varieties available.
MugiWow, that makes me want to keep going back! This beer with local ingredients sounds perfect with fried chicken or yakitori!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a beer that shows the brewery’s connection to the local community, as you’d expect from a place that opened in 2024, and it probably tastes even better drunk in Yumegaoka.
MugiAll right, decided! Just hearing the explanation has already got my throat craving it, and now I’m in the mood to drink it right away!
YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING introduced a new beer on Instagram: "Kanagawa Yuzu Porter." True to the brewery, which is located inside Yumegaoka Soratos in Izumi Ward, Yokohama City, Kanagawa Prefecture, the beer stands out for its use of locally rooted ingredients.
The post says the porter is flavored with yuzu from Kanagawa Prefecture and has an alcohol content of 5.5% with an IBU of 34. Porter is known for the roasty aroma and depth that come from roasted malt, and by layering in the citrus fragrance of yuzu, the beer appears designed to emphasize both the fuller body and the lighter feel associated with dark beers.
YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING opened in 2024 as a craft beer brewery making beer in the Yumegaoka area. Another feature is that guests can enjoy freshly brewed beer made on-site at the adjoining restaurant, and up to 10 varieties can be tasted at once. By making use of local ingredients and ties with makers in the area, the brewery is broadening the range of its beers.
This "Kanagawa Yuzu Porter" is a beer that clearly reflects that direction. Unlike hoppy beers with a strong aromatic punch, it is the kind of beer that centers its flavor on malt while rounding out the impression with aroma derived from the peel, making it easy to pair with meals. It deserves attention as a beer brewed in Yumegaoka and enjoyed together with local ingredients.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s star is YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING’s Kanagawa Yuzu Porter. It’s a new release packed with local character, made with yuzu from Kanagawa Prefecture.
MugiWait, yuzu in a porter!? I can’t even picture dark beer and citrus together!
Hop BroThat’s what makes it interesting. A porter is all about the roasty aroma of malt. When you layer yuzu fragrance on top of that, it becomes a beer designed to go down smoothly without feeling too heavy.
MugiRoasted malt sounds way more complicated all of a sudden! Does roasting the malt really change the flavor that much?
Hop BroIt really does. For example, it brings out a roasty depth that can feel a bit like coffee or cacao. So even though this is a dark beer, it also creates a sense of lightness through its aroma.
MugiI see, so it looks substantial but seems gentle to drink! And with ABV 5.5%, it sounds pretty easygoing too.
Hop BroExactly, and with IBU 34, the bitterness is moderate. It’s not the kind of beer that hits hard with hops, but a balanced one that really lets you feel the body of the malt.
MugiIBU, what was that again, another spell!? If it means a bitterness scale, does a higher number mean more bitter?
Hop BroYes, it’s basically a measure of bitterness. And one of YUMEGAOKA SUNDAY BREWING’s strengths is that you can enjoy fresh beer brewed on-site at the adjoining restaurant, with up to 10 varieties available.
MugiWow, that makes me want to keep going back! This beer with local ingredients sounds perfect with fried chicken or yakitori!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a beer that shows the brewery’s connection to the local community, as you’d expect from a place that opened in 2024, and it probably tastes even better drunk in Yumegaoka.
MugiAll right, decided! Just hearing the explanation has already got my throat craving it, and now I’m in the mood to drink it right away!
