HOP TAP SHOP Taps the "Himitsu Beer × AL BEER STAND" Collaboration
At HOP TAP SHOP, a beer pub in Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, the collaboration beer "Citrus Monster Seema-kun" from Himitsu Beer and AL BEER STAND has arrived. This juicy IPA uses hassaku juice and peel, along with cherry salmon, and is characterized by citrus aroma and a gentle bitterness.
Hop BroToday I want to spotlight the Himitsu Beer × AL BEER STAND collaboration that landed at HOP TAP SHOP in Takaoka, Toyama.
MugiWhoa, just hearing Himitsu Beer and AL BEER STAND already sounds delicious! And the name Citrus Monster Seema-kun is ridiculously strong!
Hop BroIt's a juicy IPA that uses plenty of hassaku juice and peel.
MugiJuicy IPA: is it juice? Is it beer? That whole area always makes me feel a little wobbly with uncertainty!
Hop BroAs the name suggests, it's an IPA where the fruit character comes forward, and the bitterness is designed not to be too sharp. This time, the hassaku aroma is carrying a nice, gentle bitterness.
MugiOhh! When I hear citrus, I picture grapefruit. And wow, hassaku juice is bold!
Hop BroWhat's especially interesting is that they grilled the collar of a cherry salmon they caught and used it in the brew. That's the kind of cherry-salmon-inspired idea that feels so very Himitsu Beer.
MugiWait, fish!? Fish in beer!? There's too much information; it feels like a monster is rampaging inside my head!
Hop BroBut that playfulness is what gives it complex aromas of berry, white peach, and grape, rather than just a fruit IPA.
MugiIf I can drink it on draft at HOP TAP SHOP, I can really enjoy the moment when the aroma lifts! And having it on draft in Takaoka makes it feel extra special.
Hop BroExactly. As the temperature rises in the glass, the expression changes too, so it's the kind of beer you want to follow from the first sip to the last. This is definitely one you want to check by aroma first.
MugiAlright, now I really want to drink it! Today I'm going to check the balance of citrus and bitterness with my own tongue!
Hop BroNice, then let's have a pint at HOP TAP SHOP. A collaboration pint really is best enjoyed on site.
On Tap
At the beer pub HOP TAP SHOP in Miyawaki-cho, Takaoka City, Toyama Prefecture, the collaboration beer "Citrus Monster Seema-kun" involving Mie-based Himitsu Beer and AL BEER STAND in Hida Takayama will be on tap. In an Instagram post, it was explained that a visit from AL BEER STAND led to the opportunity to tap their collaboration beer at HOP TAP SHOP as well.
What Kind of Beer Is It?
"Citrus Monster Seema-kun" is a juicy IPA made with plenty of hassaku juice and peel. The post also mentioned that the collar of a cherry salmon they had caught was grilled and used in the brew, highlighting the playful spirit and hands-on feel that are so characteristic of Himitsu Beer. As for the flavor profile, it is designed with citrus notes reminiscent of hassaku, grapefruit, and mandarin oranges, layered with hints of berries, white peach, and a subtle grape-like nuance. The sweetness of the body and the bitterness from the hassaku bring the finish together.
The Appeal of Drinking It at HOP TAP SHOP
HOP TAP SHOP is a beer pub where you can mainly enjoy draft beer, so it is a place where the appeal of guest beers comes through clearly. Beers like this collaboration change character as their aroma opens up and the temperature shifts, making it one to savor slowly in a glass. By bringing together the brightness of citrus and the unexpected ingredient of cherry salmon, it leaves an impression different from a simple fruit IPA.
Highlights
- A collaboration beer between Himitsu Beer and AL BEER STAND
- A juicy IPA made with hassaku
- A unique brew featuring cherry salmon
- A guest beer you can enjoy on tap in Takaoka
For craft beer fans, it is a label that sparks interest not only for its ingredients but also for the story behind them. If you spot it at HOP TAP SHOP, it is the kind of beer you will want to check the aroma of first.
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Hop BroToday I want to spotlight the Himitsu Beer × AL BEER STAND collaboration that landed at HOP TAP SHOP in Takaoka, Toyama.
MugiWhoa, just hearing Himitsu Beer and AL BEER STAND already sounds delicious! And the name Citrus Monster Seema-kun is ridiculously strong!
Hop BroIt's a juicy IPA that uses plenty of hassaku juice and peel.
MugiJuicy IPA: is it juice? Is it beer? That whole area always makes me feel a little wobbly with uncertainty!
Hop BroAs the name suggests, it's an IPA where the fruit character comes forward, and the bitterness is designed not to be too sharp. This time, the hassaku aroma is carrying a nice, gentle bitterness.
MugiOhh! When I hear citrus, I picture grapefruit. And wow, hassaku juice is bold!
Hop BroWhat's especially interesting is that they grilled the collar of a cherry salmon they caught and used it in the brew. That's the kind of cherry-salmon-inspired idea that feels so very Himitsu Beer.
MugiWait, fish!? Fish in beer!? There's too much information; it feels like a monster is rampaging inside my head!
Hop BroBut that playfulness is what gives it complex aromas of berry, white peach, and grape, rather than just a fruit IPA.
MugiIf I can drink it on draft at HOP TAP SHOP, I can really enjoy the moment when the aroma lifts! And having it on draft in Takaoka makes it feel extra special.
Hop BroExactly. As the temperature rises in the glass, the expression changes too, so it's the kind of beer you want to follow from the first sip to the last. This is definitely one you want to check by aroma first.
MugiAlright, now I really want to drink it! Today I'm going to check the balance of citrus and bitterness with my own tongue!
Hop BroNice, then let's have a pint at HOP TAP SHOP. A collaboration pint really is best enjoyed on site.
