Grau Craft Beer Bar taps Nara Brewing’s 8th Anniversary Hazy IPA “CAMOUFLAGE”
At Grau Craft beer bar in Fujimino, Saitama, Nara Brewing’s 8th anniversary Hazy IPA “CAMOUFLAGE” is on tap. The post highlights its juicy hop aroma, restrained sweetness, and a pleasantly bitter finish.
Hop BroToday’s topic is Grau Craft beer bar in Fujimino, where Nara Brewing’s 8th anniversary Hazy IPA CAMOUFLAGE has just gone on tap.
MugiWhat! An 8th anniversary beer already sounds fun, and the name CAMOUFLAGE makes it feel like a secret mission.
Hop BroAnd it’s a proper NARA Hazy IPA with Mosaic, Simcoe, and Galaxy layered together, so the aroma goes full tropical-citrus mode.
MugiWait, Mosaic and Simcoe are hop names, right? For a second I thought you were listing indie band members!
Hop BroExactly. Think of it as an aroma team: Simcoe brings grapefruit, Galaxy leans passion fruit and peach, and Mosaic adds tropical fruit and tangerine.
MugiThat sounds like a fruit platter in a pint. But doesn’t Hazy IPA get too sweet sometimes?
Hop BroThis one handles that well. Wheat and oats plus a little lactose build a soft mouthfeel, but the sweetness stays restrained and a light bitterness lingers at the end.
MugiLactose too? A milky beer trick sounds almost unfair, in the best possible way.
Hop BroGrau is serving it properly chilled from 5 to 11 p.m., and with those shiso-scented shrimp and chicken spring rolls, it turns into a tasting paradise.
Hop BroThe other taps look strong too, but today I’m starting with CAMOUFLAGE first before I even think about anything else.
MugiSame. I want that first sip now, then maybe a little tap crawl with snacks until we both say, “one more!”
At Grau Craft beer bar in Fujimino, Saitama, the featured pour is Nara Brewing’s 8th anniversary Hazy IPA, “CAMOUFLAGE.” The bar notes that the beer is well hazed, juicy, and finishes with a gentle bitterness. Its sweetness is kept in check, making it easy to drink even in the summer heat.
The brewer’s note explains the recipe in more detail: Mosaic, Simcoe, and Galaxy are used as the main hops, with wheat and oats for a soft body. Lactose is added as well, giving the beer a smooth texture and fuller mouthfeel. The flavor profile is described as layered grapefruit from Simcoe, passion fruit and peach from Galaxy, and tropical fruit and tangerine from Mosaic.
Current taps:
- TEENAGE / Bit Crusher (West Coast IPA) - almost gone
- HOP KOTAN / Ongoing (American IPA)
- NARA / CAMOUFLAGE (Hazy IPA)
- INKHORN / Flocking 2026 #2 (Italian Pilsner)
- CAMADO × Canal / try (Scottish Ale) - almost gone
- KYOTO / 愚かなる美 (Berlinerweisse with pomegranate and lime)
Upcoming taps mentioned in the post include “団子坂 Imperial Stout 2026” from カンパイ！, “彩:IRODORI Saison UME” from 麦雑穀工房, “Kesennuma Pride ver. 12.2” from BLACK TIDE, and “金鬼ペールエール テイラスシングルVer.” from 鬼伝説.
The bar is keeping the room well chilled and is open from 17:00 to 23:00. Food is also available, including a spring roll with shiso, shrimp, and minced chicken, making it a straightforward stop for both tasting and a light meal.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday’s topic is Grau Craft beer bar in Fujimino, where Nara Brewing’s 8th anniversary Hazy IPA CAMOUFLAGE has just gone on tap.
MugiWhat! An 8th anniversary beer already sounds fun, and the name CAMOUFLAGE makes it feel like a secret mission.
Hop BroAnd it’s a proper NARA Hazy IPA with Mosaic, Simcoe, and Galaxy layered together, so the aroma goes full tropical-citrus mode.
MugiWait, Mosaic and Simcoe are hop names, right? For a second I thought you were listing indie band members!
Hop BroExactly. Think of it as an aroma team: Simcoe brings grapefruit, Galaxy leans passion fruit and peach, and Mosaic adds tropical fruit and tangerine.
MugiThat sounds like a fruit platter in a pint. But doesn’t Hazy IPA get too sweet sometimes?
Hop BroThis one handles that well. Wheat and oats plus a little lactose build a soft mouthfeel, but the sweetness stays restrained and a light bitterness lingers at the end.
MugiLactose too? A milky beer trick sounds almost unfair, in the best possible way.
Hop BroGrau is serving it properly chilled from 5 to 11 p.m., and with those shiso-scented shrimp and chicken spring rolls, it turns into a tasting paradise.
Hop BroThe other taps look strong too, but today I’m starting with CAMOUFLAGE first before I even think about anything else.
MugiSame. I want that first sip now, then maybe a little tap crawl with snacks until we both say, “one more!”
