Mizonokuchi Brewery begins offering Kveik IPA "Skål" as draft-only
Mizonokuchi Brewery, a craft beer hub in Mizonokuchi, Kanagawa, has unveiled its new beer, "Skål." The style is Kveik IPA, with ABV 6.0% and IBU 40.4. It is now on tap at tap No. 11, and will be offered exclusively as draft, with no can or bottle sales.
Hop BroToday, Mizonokuchi Brewery's new release has arrived. The IPA called "Skål (Skol)" is the hot topic!
MugiWow, cute name! So Skål means cheers? Just that alone makes me want to drink it!
Hop BroExactly. It's a Kveik IPA with ABV 6.0% and IBU 40.4. It's designed for balance.
MugiWhat is Kveik anyway? It sounds intimidating in katakana and I'm a little nervous!
Hop BroKveik is a Norwegian-style yeast, and this time they're using Hornindal Kveik. The key is that it brings out fruitiness easily.
MugiOhhh! So is it sweet? Or bitter? What do you mean by not too hazy-leaning?
Hop BroIt has mango and passion fruit-like aromas, but finishes with a citrusy bitterness. It's an IPA that focuses on bitterness and crispness, so it won't wear you out.
MugiWhoa, that's totally my kind of beer! What about the hops? Hearing a four-hop lineup makes me want to sound like a beer nerd!
Hop BroCentennial, Amarillo, Riwaka, and Galaxy. And it's draft-only, with no cans or bottles.
MugiWait, I can't take it home?! Then it's an on-site battle! It's on tap at No. 11 right now, right?
Hop BroThat's right. Being able to drink it while watching the brewing process is the appeal. It's the kind of beer that feels complete as part of the taproom experience.
MugiSettled! Beer-bro and I both want to toast right now, let's go cheers with Skål tonight!
The new release Mizonokuchi Brewery announced on Instagram on March 18 is "Skål (Skol)", which means "cheers" in Norwegian.
According to the post, the style is Kveik IPA, with specs of ABV 6.0% / IBU 40.4. The hops are Centennial, Amarillo, Riwaka, and Galaxy, and the yeast used is Hornindal Kveik.
According to the brewery notes, the combination of Hornindal Kveik-derived fruitiness and hops brings out a tropical aroma, while the beer is designed not to lean too far toward a hazy impression on the palate, instead delivering firm bitterness and a crisp finish. Staff tasting notes also mention aromas reminiscent of mango and passion fruit, along with a citrusy bitter finish toward the end, presenting an IPA profile that is easy to drink without getting tiring.
The beer is available exclusively on draft, and is currently on tap at No. 11. Since there are no can or bottle take-home sales, the only way to get it is by ordering a glass at the taproom.
Mizonokuchi Brewery is a brewery and taproom based in Mizonokuchi, Kanagawa. According to its official information, its hallmark is the chance to enjoy beers from multiple taps, including freshly brewed ones, while watching the brewing process. This "Skål" is also a beer that pairs well with that kind of "freshness enjoyed on site," so IPA fans will want to keep an eye on it.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroToday, Mizonokuchi Brewery's new release has arrived. The IPA called "Skål (Skol)" is the hot topic!
MugiWow, cute name! So Skål means cheers? Just that alone makes me want to drink it!
Hop BroExactly. It's a Kveik IPA with ABV 6.0% and IBU 40.4. It's designed for balance.
MugiWhat is Kveik anyway? It sounds intimidating in katakana and I'm a little nervous!
Hop BroKveik is a Norwegian-style yeast, and this time they're using Hornindal Kveik. The key is that it brings out fruitiness easily.
MugiOhhh! So is it sweet? Or bitter? What do you mean by not too hazy-leaning?
Hop BroIt has mango and passion fruit-like aromas, but finishes with a citrusy bitterness. It's an IPA that focuses on bitterness and crispness, so it won't wear you out.
MugiWhoa, that's totally my kind of beer! What about the hops? Hearing a four-hop lineup makes me want to sound like a beer nerd!
Hop BroCentennial, Amarillo, Riwaka, and Galaxy. And it's draft-only, with no cans or bottles.
MugiWait, I can't take it home?! Then it's an on-site battle! It's on tap at No. 11 right now, right?
Hop BroThat's right. Being able to drink it while watching the brewing process is the appeal. It's the kind of beer that feels complete as part of the taproom experience.
MugiSettled! Beer-bro and I both want to toast right now, let's go cheers with Skål tonight!
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