Amakusa Sonar Beer to Release New Beer 'Kudaranai' on May 28
Amakusa Sonar Beer will release its new beer, 'Kudaranai,' on May 28. In an Instagram post, it announced that sales for wholesale buyers will begin at 3:00 p.m., while general sales will start at 5:00 p.m. The new release from this brewery, which grows its own hops from the ground up in Kumamoto's Amakusa, is drawing attention.
Hop BroToday's highlight is Amakusa Sonar Beer's new release, 'Kudaranai'. It goes on sale on May 28, and it feels like a glass packed with the air of Amakusa.
MugiWait, a beer named 'Kudaranai'!? That makes me even more curious. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroAs the hashtags suggest, the style has a strong Hazy IPA vibe. It's the kind that puts cloudy juiciness and hop aroma front and center.
MugiOhh! But what is TDH? Is that some kind of code? It sounds like the ultimate hop weapon!
Hop BroTDH stands for Triple Dry Hop. Think of it as layering hops three times near the end of the brewing process, which really boosts the aroma.
MugiI see! So it must smell amazing. And Amakusa Sonar Beer is even taking on hop cultivation from scratch, right?
Hop BroExactly. What makes it strong is that they grow them right in front of the brewery in Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture. As the westernmost hop field in Japan, they reportedly use 15 varieties of fresh hops in different ways, which is the interesting part.
MugiWhoa, growing without pesticides must take a ton of work! The way the character of the land goes straight into the beer feels so romantic.
Hop BroAnd another point is that this release goes on sale in two stages: wholesale buyers at 3:00 p.m., and general sales at 5:00 p.m. I like that they split the flow between partners and drinkers; it feels very on the ground.
MugiIt already feels like a very Amakusa beer, quirks in the name and all! I need to get ready to catch that aroma.
Hop BroYeah, beers that let you see the story of the land and the hops are always great. Today, it's just one of those beers that makes you want to have a drink.
Amakusa Sonar Beer announced its new beer, 'Kudaranai,' on Instagram for 3:00 p.m. on May 28. The post clearly states that sales for wholesale buyers will start at 3:00 p.m., while general sales will begin at 5:00 p.m., so the release will be rolled out in two stages. The hashtags `#tdh` and `#hazyipa` were also included.
The brewery is based in Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture, and its official website highlights that it grows hops right in front of the brewery. As Japan's westernmost hop field, it carefully cultivates 15 varieties of fresh hops without using pesticides. Its approach of reflecting the character of the land directly in beer-making is a good expression of Amakusa Sonar Beer's craftsmanship.
This new release, too, should be seen as a beer that reflects Amakusa's environment and hops, in the brewery's signature style. Because the sales start times are split, it is also worth noting that the purchasing flow differs between trade partners and the general public.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday's highlight is Amakusa Sonar Beer's new release, 'Kudaranai'. It goes on sale on May 28, and it feels like a glass packed with the air of Amakusa.
MugiWait, a beer named 'Kudaranai'!? That makes me even more curious. What kind of beer is it?
Hop BroAs the hashtags suggest, the style has a strong Hazy IPA vibe. It's the kind that puts cloudy juiciness and hop aroma front and center.
MugiOhh! But what is TDH? Is that some kind of code? It sounds like the ultimate hop weapon!
Hop BroTDH stands for Triple Dry Hop. Think of it as layering hops three times near the end of the brewing process, which really boosts the aroma.
MugiI see! So it must smell amazing. And Amakusa Sonar Beer is even taking on hop cultivation from scratch, right?
Hop BroExactly. What makes it strong is that they grow them right in front of the brewery in Amakusa City, Kumamoto Prefecture. As the westernmost hop field in Japan, they reportedly use 15 varieties of fresh hops in different ways, which is the interesting part.
MugiWhoa, growing without pesticides must take a ton of work! The way the character of the land goes straight into the beer feels so romantic.
Hop BroAnd another point is that this release goes on sale in two stages: wholesale buyers at 3:00 p.m., and general sales at 5:00 p.m. I like that they split the flow between partners and drinkers; it feels very on the ground.
MugiIt already feels like a very Amakusa beer, quirks in the name and all! I need to get ready to catch that aroma.
Hop BroYeah, beers that let you see the story of the land and the hops are always great. Today, it's just one of those beers that makes you want to have a drink.
