Sakamichi Brewing Introduces "Super Fresh," a WCB x Inkhorn Collaboration Beer
Sakamichi Brewing in Tachikawa, Tokyo introduced the collaboration beer "Super Fresh" by West Coast Brewing (WCB) and Inkhorn Brewing. It is an 8.0% Hazy Double IPA, characterized by a hop bill built around Nectaron, paired with Citra LUPOMAX, Citra, and Krush.
Hop BroThe WCB x Inkhorn collaboration "Super Fresh," introduced by Sakamichi Brewing in Tachikawa, is really interesting.
MugiWhoa! A name like Super Fresh already sounds ridiculously refreshing!
Hop BroExactly. It's a Hazy Double IPA, and the alcohol content is 8.0% ABV.
MugiI hear "hazy" a lot, but does that mean it's kind of cloudy?
Hop BroBasically, it's the type where you keep the hop aroma and malt flavor, and enjoy the haze as part of the experience.
MugiI get it! And with Nectaron as the star hop, it must be super juicy!
Hop BroOn top of that, they layer Citra LUPOMAX, Citra, and Krush too, aiming for notes of strawberry, grape, grapefruit, and even yellow peach.
MugiWait, they're packing that much in? It even has peach nectar vibes? It totally looks like juice!
Hop BroBut the mouthfeel isn't just rich and heavy. The point is that it's full-bodied and silky.
MugiA cross-collab from WCB and Inkhorn with this finish is amazing. I want to drink it right now!
Hop BroAnd since Sakamichi Brewing picked it up, it's become a high-profile release. This makes you want to go hunt it down.
MugiThe release date still needs to be confirmed, but if I find it, I'm in immediately. This is a toast-worthy one!
Collaboration by WCB and Inkhorn
On Sakamichi Brewing's Instagram, the collaboration beer "Super Fresh" by West Coast Brewing (Mochimune, Shizuoka) and Inkhorn Brewing was introduced. The style is Hazy Double IPA, with 8.0% ABV. It uses Citra LUPOMAX, Citra, Nectaron, and Krush.
According to the post, the beer was built by air-shipping freshly purchased hops from New Zealand to Japan, with 2026-harvest Nectaron as the star. It is positioned as a regular cross-collaboration in which the WCB and Inkhorn Brewing teams are involved from hop selection through the final finishing touches.
As for the flavor image, notes include a refreshing citrus character reminiscent of strawberries, grapes, and grapefruit. Layered on top of that are tropical nuances like yellow peach and peach nectar, resulting in a full-bodied yet silky mouthfeel. It can be described as a design that balances the aromatic heft typical of a Hazy IPA with a smooth drinking texture.
Sakamichi Brewing is a brewery based in Tachikawa, Tokyo, and emphasizes creating a modern, welcoming space while working across a broad range of styles from classic to new. True to a West Tokyo brewery, it is also characterized by an emphasis on process and craftsmanship. By featuring this collaboration, Sakamichi Brewing has cast it as a noteworthy release.
Note that the post did not confirm a release date or sales start date, so check each brewery or retailer for availability timing.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroThe WCB x Inkhorn collaboration "Super Fresh," introduced by Sakamichi Brewing in Tachikawa, is really interesting.
MugiWhoa! A name like Super Fresh already sounds ridiculously refreshing!
Hop BroExactly. It's a Hazy Double IPA, and the alcohol content is 8.0% ABV.
MugiI hear "hazy" a lot, but does that mean it's kind of cloudy?
Hop BroBasically, it's the type where you keep the hop aroma and malt flavor, and enjoy the haze as part of the experience.
MugiI get it! And with Nectaron as the star hop, it must be super juicy!
Hop BroOn top of that, they layer Citra LUPOMAX, Citra, and Krush too, aiming for notes of strawberry, grape, grapefruit, and even yellow peach.
MugiWait, they're packing that much in? It even has peach nectar vibes? It totally looks like juice!
Hop BroBut the mouthfeel isn't just rich and heavy. The point is that it's full-bodied and silky.
MugiA cross-collab from WCB and Inkhorn with this finish is amazing. I want to drink it right now!
Hop BroAnd since Sakamichi Brewing picked it up, it's become a high-profile release. This makes you want to go hunt it down.
MugiThe release date still needs to be confirmed, but if I find it, I'm in immediately. This is a toast-worthy one!
