Repubrew's WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES" tapped at HOP MAN in Chigasaki
HOP MAN, a beer pub in Chigasaki, has tapped Repubrew's guest beer WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES". The anniversary release leans floral and herbal, finishes dry, and was suggested alongside pâté de campagne.
Hop BroToday’s topic is the guest tap at HOP MAN in Chigasaki: Repubrew’s WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES" just got poured.
MugiWhat! That name already sounds intense. Citra playing blues makes it sound like the hops are starting a band!
Hop BroAnd it gets better. It’s based on the recipe that won last year’s REPUBREW'S CUP, built as an anniversary beer concept.
MugiOkay, but what does whole hop even mean? I’ve officially entered the whole hop confusion stage!
Hop BroIn simple terms, it leans into the hop’s less-processed character, which helps bring out a floral and herbal aroma.
MugiGot it... so what style is it then? IPA? Pale ale? Where did the style go in this story?
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: the article gives no style label, but it describes a pale gold beer with subtle citrus, clear malt presence, and a very dry finish.
MugiWait, so it’s not just a giant bitterness punch? And “malt structure” sounds like bread with cheekbones to me!
Hop BroHa, basically it means the grain backbone is still noticeable. Instead of attacking with bitterness, it closes with light astringency and an almost tea-like finish.
MugiThat sounds amazing with food! The article mentioned pate de campagne, and now I can’t stop thinking about it.
Hop BroExactly. The aroma and dry snap make it easy to handle rich meat flavor and fat, so it really works as a food-friendly beer.
MugiThat’s it, I want a glass now. Sitting at HOP MAN with a plate of food and that quiet lingering finish sounds perfect.
Tap update
HOP MAN, a beer pub in Jokkensaka, Chigasaki, has put Repubrew's guest beer WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES" on tap. The beer is based on the recipe that won first place in last year's REPUBREW'S CUP and was developed around whole-hop character.
Flavor profile
In the glass, it pours a pale gold. The aroma is led by floral and herbal notes, with a restrained citrus layer underneath. On the palate, the malt character is clear, while the finish stays quite dry. Rather than pushing bitterness hard, the beer closes with a light tannic edge and a tea-like aftertaste.
Why it stands out
This is not a loud hop bomb. It is a more measured beer that reveals its shape as you drink. The post suggests pairing it with pâté de campagne, which makes sense: the beer's dryness and herbal lift should work well with rich, savory food. For drinkers following guest taps at HOP MAN, this is a food-friendly option worth noting.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s topic is the guest tap at HOP MAN in Chigasaki: Repubrew’s WHOLE HOP CITRA "BLUES" just got poured.
MugiWhat! That name already sounds intense. Citra playing blues makes it sound like the hops are starting a band!
Hop BroAnd it gets better. It’s based on the recipe that won last year’s REPUBREW'S CUP, built as an anniversary beer concept.
MugiOkay, but what does whole hop even mean? I’ve officially entered the whole hop confusion stage!
Hop BroIn simple terms, it leans into the hop’s less-processed character, which helps bring out a floral and herbal aroma.
MugiGot it... so what style is it then? IPA? Pale ale? Where did the style go in this story?
Hop BroThat’s the interesting part: the article gives no style label, but it describes a pale gold beer with subtle citrus, clear malt presence, and a very dry finish.
MugiWait, so it’s not just a giant bitterness punch? And “malt structure” sounds like bread with cheekbones to me!
Hop BroHa, basically it means the grain backbone is still noticeable. Instead of attacking with bitterness, it closes with light astringency and an almost tea-like finish.
MugiThat sounds amazing with food! The article mentioned pate de campagne, and now I can’t stop thinking about it.
Hop BroExactly. The aroma and dry snap make it easy to handle rich meat flavor and fat, so it really works as a food-friendly beer.
MugiThat’s it, I want a glass now. Sitting at HOP MAN with a plate of food and that quiet lingering finish sounds perfect.
