Craft Ale Chigira introduces GB’s debut Hazy IPA, Cloud Nine Dog
Craft Ale Chigira in Kiryu, Gunma has introduced Cloud Nine Dog, the debut beer from newcomer brewer GB. The 5.5% Hazy IPA is described as having grapefruit-like citrus aroma and a slightly thick, smooth mouthfeel.
Hop BroI want to talk about Cloud Nine Dog, the debut beer from rookie brewer GB at Craft Ale Chigira in Gunma.
MugiWait, a first brew is already making noise? Even the name sounds ridiculously happy, and I kind of love that!
Hop BroThat is part of the charm. It is a Hazy IPA at 5.5% ABV, easy to drink but still packed with aroma.
MugiOkay, but Hazy IPA still means "that cloudy one" in my brain and nothing more!
Hop BroFair. Basically, it pushes hop aroma forward without making the bitterness too sharp, and this one really leans into that silky mouthfeel too.
MugiSilky? In beer? What is that! And the article said that mouthfeel thing like I was supposed to nod knowingly!
Hop BroIt sounds technical, but it just means texture in your mouth. Is it crisp, smooth, soft, thick? That is the idea.
MugiOhh, that helps! And if it has a grapefruit-like aroma, I am already picturing sunshine and a park bench.
Hop BroThat is exactly the mood. Craft Ale Chigira is a young brewery in Kiryu, and it only launched in August 2024.
MugiThat makes it even cooler! Building that citrusy profile with American malt and hops feels seriously deliberate.
Hop BroRight, and that is why it stands out. You have Chigira's careful brewing style meeting GB's new voice in a sunny-day pint made for good company.
MugiThat is it, I am done pretending to be chill. I want to share this with someone nice, but first I want one now!
Craft Ale Chigira is based in Niisato-cho, Kiryu City, Gunma Prefecture. The brewery obtained its brewing license in June 2024 and began selling beer in August 2024. Its lineup is built around American malt and hops, with a focus on hop bitterness and citrus-driven aroma.
The newly introduced beer, Cloud Nine Dog, is the debut release from newcomer brewer GB. In the post, the brewery explains that “Cloud Nine” refers to a state of happiness or being on top of the world, and positions the beer as something to enjoy on a sunny day, perhaps in a garden or park with close friends and loved ones.
The beer is a Hazy IPA with an ABV of 5.5%. Craft Ale Chigira says it balances drinkability with a slightly thick, soft mouthfeel. The aroma is led by fresh grapefruit-like citrus notes, while the finish is described as sweet and juicy, with a dessert-like impression.
Craft Ale Chigira operates as a small brewery with a hands-on approach, and its beers are shaped by careful ingredient selection and attention to flavor. In that context, Cloud Nine Dog stands out as a debut that adds a new brewer’s voice while staying aligned with the brewery’s hop-forward style.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroI want to talk about Cloud Nine Dog, the debut beer from rookie brewer GB at Craft Ale Chigira in Gunma.
MugiWait, a first brew is already making noise? Even the name sounds ridiculously happy, and I kind of love that!
Hop BroThat is part of the charm. It is a Hazy IPA at 5.5% ABV, easy to drink but still packed with aroma.
MugiOkay, but Hazy IPA still means "that cloudy one" in my brain and nothing more!
Hop BroFair. Basically, it pushes hop aroma forward without making the bitterness too sharp, and this one really leans into that silky mouthfeel too.
MugiSilky? In beer? What is that! And the article said that mouthfeel thing like I was supposed to nod knowingly!
Hop BroIt sounds technical, but it just means texture in your mouth. Is it crisp, smooth, soft, thick? That is the idea.
MugiOhh, that helps! And if it has a grapefruit-like aroma, I am already picturing sunshine and a park bench.
Hop BroThat is exactly the mood. Craft Ale Chigira is a young brewery in Kiryu, and it only launched in August 2024.
MugiThat makes it even cooler! Building that citrusy profile with American malt and hops feels seriously deliberate.
Hop BroRight, and that is why it stands out. You have Chigira's careful brewing style meeting GB's new voice in a sunny-day pint made for good company.
MugiThat is it, I am done pretending to be chill. I want to share this with someone nice, but first I want one now!
