Shonan Beer’s Honyuzu Saison Newly Tapped at HOP MAN in Chigasaki
At HOP MAN, a beer pub in Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki, Shonan Beer’s "Honyuzu Saison" has been newly tapped. It’s a seasonal pour where the vivid aroma of yuzu, the spicy character of saison yeast, and bitterness from American hops come together.
Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki, Honyuzu Saison has just been newly tapped.
MugiWow! Just the name sounds delicious. Does that mean yuzu is the star?
Hop BroExactly. The brewery is Shonan Beer, and the style is a saison with yuzu.
MugiWhat was Saison again? That’s the spicy yeast one, right?
Hop BroThat’s right. The phenolic aroma from the saison yeast is topped with a spicy finish.
MugiOh, I see! And if they use yuzu juice during secondary fermentation, it must feel fresh from the first sip!
Hop BroLater on, a refined bitterness from Citra and Mosaic comes through and ties into the yuzu’s brightness.
MugiCitra and Mosaic sound pretty intense! But there’s also the softness of wheat malt, too.
Hop BroYeah, it drinks light without losing its outline, and what’s interesting is how Japanese ingredients and depth coexist in it.
MugiThen it works for a first drink at HOP MAN, or with a meal. I want to drink it right now!
Newly Tapped
At the beer pub "HOP MAN" in Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki City, Shonan Beer Honyuzu Saison has been newly tapped as a guest beer. HOP MAN is a welcoming spot for craft beer fans, a local beer pub where people can relax and enjoy a drink at their own pace.
The newly featured Honyuzu Saison, as its name suggests, puts yuzu at center stage. Yuzu juice is used at the timing of secondary fermentation, so a fresh yuzu character rises up the moment it hits the palate. Its Saison yeast brings a phenolic, spicy aroma, layered with yuzu’s bright acidity and citrus nuances, giving it a complexity that goes beyond a simple fruit beer.
In the finish, a refined bitterness from Citra and Mosaic appears, linking back to the refreshing character of the yuzu. With the added softness from wheat malt, it drinks lightly without losing its shape. While using Japanese ingredients, it still delivers the layered depth you expect from craft beer.
This is a guest beer that works both as a first drink in Chigasaki and as something to enjoy slowly alongside a meal. It should appeal not only to people who love the aroma of yuzu, but also to anyone interested in Saison flavors and hop bitterness.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroAt HOP MAN in Jukkenzaka, Chigasaki, Honyuzu Saison has just been newly tapped.
MugiWow! Just the name sounds delicious. Does that mean yuzu is the star?
Hop BroExactly. The brewery is Shonan Beer, and the style is a saison with yuzu.
MugiWhat was Saison again? That’s the spicy yeast one, right?
Hop BroThat’s right. The phenolic aroma from the saison yeast is topped with a spicy finish.
MugiOh, I see! And if they use yuzu juice during secondary fermentation, it must feel fresh from the first sip!
Hop BroLater on, a refined bitterness from Citra and Mosaic comes through and ties into the yuzu’s brightness.
MugiCitra and Mosaic sound pretty intense! But there’s also the softness of wheat malt, too.
Hop BroYeah, it drinks light without losing its outline, and what’s interesting is how Japanese ingredients and depth coexist in it.
MugiThen it works for a first drink at HOP MAN, or with a meal. I want to drink it right now!
