Yachiyo Brewery unveils its first lager-style beer, "Even Though It's a Lager," ahead of anniversary
Yachiyo Brewery in Yachiyo, Chiba, introduced its new beer "Even Though It's a Lager" on Instagram. The style is a Cold IPA (6.5%), and it is the brewery's first lager-style beer. Ahead of its anniversary event next week, it is drawing attention as a beer designed to deliver a light drinking experience and a bright aroma.
Hop BroBreaking news: Yachiyo Brewery has unveiled its new Even Though It's a Lager!
MugiWait, that name is practically begging for a reaction, what do you mean, even though it's a lager?
Hop BroIt’s a Cold IPA at 6.5%, and it’s the brewery’s first lager-style beer.
MugiHuh! But is Cold IPA a lager? Is it an IPA? Which is it?
Hop BroGood question. In simple terms, it’s fermented with lager yeast for a clean profile, while the hops are pushed to IPA-level intensity.
MugiI see, so it’s a beer with a two-sided personality: polished on the surface, wild inside. I like it!
Hop BroThe flavor is described as crisp and easy to drink, with citrus and floral aromas standing out, so it sounds like a good first pour.
MugiAnd Yachiyo Brewery is the only brewery in Yachiyo City, right? That local vibe is strong!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a brewpub that opened on March 22, 2025, and dropping a new release ahead of next week’s anniversary is pretty bold.
MugiI’m also curious about the added anniversary lineup, and this is definitely a I want to drink it right now situation!
Hop BroAgreed, let’s make Even Though It's a Lager the first toast and kick things off with that aroma!
Yachiyo Brewery announced its new beer "Even Though It's a Lager" in an official Instagram post. The post said that its anniversary event is coming up next week, and unveiled this new release as today's feature. The beer style is Cold IPA 6.5%, and it is described as the brewery's "first lager."
The tasting notes center on the crisp, clean drinkability associated with lagers, while citrus and floral aromas rise through. The post says, "Even though it's a lager, it has a slightly different character from your usual lager," suggesting a design that aims to balance cleanliness with hop aroma. The claim that it works well as a first drink also reads as a suggestion aimed at people starting their session at the bar.
Yachiyo Brewery is a brewpub-attached brewery introduced on its official website as "the only craft beer brewery in Yachiyo City, Chiba Prefecture." Since opening on March 22, 2025, it has been serving multiple original beers on tap. As a small, community-rooted brewery, it has chosen to release a beer that shifts the boundaries of the lager category slightly in time for its anniversary, and it may be worth trying for drinkers looking for an angle different from the usual staples.
Seen in the context of a new-release announcement ahead of the anniversary event, anticipation is also building for future additional announcements and the lineup to be served on the day.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroBreaking news: Yachiyo Brewery has unveiled its new Even Though It's a Lager!
MugiWait, that name is practically begging for a reaction, what do you mean, even though it's a lager?
Hop BroIt’s a Cold IPA at 6.5%, and it’s the brewery’s first lager-style beer.
MugiHuh! But is Cold IPA a lager? Is it an IPA? Which is it?
Hop BroGood question. In simple terms, it’s fermented with lager yeast for a clean profile, while the hops are pushed to IPA-level intensity.
MugiI see, so it’s a beer with a two-sided personality: polished on the surface, wild inside. I like it!
Hop BroThe flavor is described as crisp and easy to drink, with citrus and floral aromas standing out, so it sounds like a good first pour.
MugiAnd Yachiyo Brewery is the only brewery in Yachiyo City, right? That local vibe is strong!
Hop BroExactly. It’s a brewpub that opened on March 22, 2025, and dropping a new release ahead of next week’s anniversary is pretty bold.
MugiI’m also curious about the added anniversary lineup, and this is definitely a I want to drink it right now situation!
Hop BroAgreed, let’s make Even Though It's a Lager the first toast and kick things off with that aroma!
