North Island Beer Ebetsu Brewery Releases Hazy IPA "Ginzy," a Beer Inspired by Its 16th Anniversary
North Island Beer Ebetsu Brewery in Ebetsu, Hokkaido, will release its limited beer "Ginzy" on April 10. Named by a customer who won the beer naming rights at the 16th anniversary festival, this is a flashy Hazy IPA made with Luminosa, Strata, and Simcoe.
Hop BroToday, the limited beer from North Island Beer Ebetsu Brewery, inspired by its 16th anniversary, "Ginzy," is the hot topic.
MugiWait, the name already has me curious! The first thing that caught me was, "How do you even read Ginzy?"
Hop BroIt’s read Ginzy, and it was born from the naming rights at the 16th anniversary festival. Plus, it comes with a story about the brewery continuing to make beer for many years in Ebetsu, Hokkaido.
MugiWow! A limited release with that kind of story already feels delicious before you even drink it!
Hop BroIt’s a Hazy IPA with an ABV of 6%. Using Luminosa, Strata, and Simcoe, it layers a peachy, tropical-fruit aroma with citrus notes like orange and mikan, and even adds depth that evokes passion fruit.
MugiWhoa, that’s a whole fruit market of information! But isn’t a Hazy IPA just something cloudy?
Hop BroExactly. It’s not just about the hazy appearance. The key is bringing the aroma forward. It aims for moderate bitterness, juiciness, and easy drinkability, so the hop character comes through clearly.
MugiI see! And they even used Haruyutaka, so it has that Hokkaido character too. That’s almost unfair!
Hop BroThat’s the great part. They use Ebetsu’s prized wheat to create a soft mouthfeel and aim for a lightness that makes you want to drink it every day. That’s the clever touch.
MugiIt goes on sale starting April 10, with online orders opening at 10:00 a.m. that same day, and on the 11th there’ll also be direct sales and draft dispensing at the brewery, right?
Hop BroExactly. This is a must-see for hop lovers, and it’s easy for Hazy beginners to get into too. All right, just reading about it is making my throat react, so now I want a glass right away.
MugiI know! I can’t stop wanting to drink Ginzy now, so this is definitely one of those days when we can’t end with just talking about beer!
Limited Beer "Ginzy"
"Ginzy," newly announced by North Island Beer Ebetsu Brewery, is a limited beer born from the name chosen by a visitor who won the beer naming rights at the 16th anniversary festival. Ebetsu, Hokkaido, where the brewery is based, is a place where the company has continued making beer for many years. Against the backdrop of its locally rooted craftsmanship, this release arrives as another beer with a story.
The style is Hazy IPA. ABV is 6%, and the hops used are Luminosa, Strata, and Simcoe. The description says the beer is designed with a sweet, vibrant aroma reminiscent of peach and tropical fruit, layered with citrus notes like orange and mikan, plus depth that evokes passion fruit. It also highlights the generous use of Haruyutaka, a wheat Hokkaido takes pride in, aiming for a soft mouthfeel and a lightness that makes you want to drink it every day.
The release date is April 10. Bottles will go on sale via the official online store at 10:00 a.m. that same day, with shipments starting on April 11. In addition, direct sales and draft dispensing at the Ebetsu brewery are scheduled for April 11. As a limited IPA that balances aromatic richness with drinkability, it is a release worth watching not only for hop lovers but also for anyone who wants to try a Hazy IPA for the first time.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, the limited beer from North Island Beer Ebetsu Brewery, inspired by its 16th anniversary, "Ginzy," is the hot topic.
MugiWait, the name already has me curious! The first thing that caught me was, "How do you even read Ginzy?"
Hop BroIt’s read Ginzy, and it was born from the naming rights at the 16th anniversary festival. Plus, it comes with a story about the brewery continuing to make beer for many years in Ebetsu, Hokkaido.
MugiWow! A limited release with that kind of story already feels delicious before you even drink it!
Hop BroIt’s a Hazy IPA with an ABV of 6%. Using Luminosa, Strata, and Simcoe, it layers a peachy, tropical-fruit aroma with citrus notes like orange and mikan, and even adds depth that evokes passion fruit.
MugiWhoa, that’s a whole fruit market of information! But isn’t a Hazy IPA just something cloudy?
Hop BroExactly. It’s not just about the hazy appearance. The key is bringing the aroma forward. It aims for moderate bitterness, juiciness, and easy drinkability, so the hop character comes through clearly.
MugiI see! And they even used Haruyutaka, so it has that Hokkaido character too. That’s almost unfair!
Hop BroThat’s the great part. They use Ebetsu’s prized wheat to create a soft mouthfeel and aim for a lightness that makes you want to drink it every day. That’s the clever touch.
MugiIt goes on sale starting April 10, with online orders opening at 10:00 a.m. that same day, and on the 11th there’ll also be direct sales and draft dispensing at the brewery, right?
Hop BroExactly. This is a must-see for hop lovers, and it’s easy for Hazy beginners to get into too. All right, just reading about it is making my throat react, so now I want a glass right away.
MugiI know! I can’t stop wanting to drink Ginzy now, so this is definitely one of those days when we can’t end with just talking about beer!
