Kanpai Brewing Taps Its New Maboroshi-zaka Hazy IPA
Kanpai Brewing’s brewpub in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo, Tokyo, has tapped Maboroshi-zaka Hazy IPA. At 6.5% ABV and 15 IBU, the beer combines grapefruit and white-grape aromas with lychee and mango notes, a soft oat-driven mouthfeel, and a clean finish.
Hop BroKanpai! Brewing in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo, Tokyo has just tapped Maboroshi-zaka Hazy IPA!
MugiWhat? That name sounds like it might vanish halfway up a hill! So, what is a Hazy IPA?
Hop BroIt’s a softly cloudy IPA where hop aroma takes center stage. This one has a solid 6.5% ABV too.
MugiLight on its feet at 6.5%? A beer ninja! And what are IBU 15 and SRM 4?
Hop BroIBU measures bitterness, while SRM indicates color. In other words, it’s a pale, gently bitter beer.
MugiNice! So it probably won’t make my face pucker. The aroma is like white grape and grapefruit, right?
Hop BroExactly—plus vivid lychee and mango-like fruitiness. There’s also a little grassy hop character, making each sniff more fun.
MugiGrassy? Are we drinking a lawn? I didn’t sign up to be salad! What does that smell like?
Hop BroIt means a fresh green, herbal hop aroma. Gentle carbonation and a soft oat-derived texture keep it smooth.
MugiBright fruit, a fluffy feel, and a crisp finish with no added sugar—sounds like a great food pairing.
Hop BroYou can try it at Granzoo in the Waseda–Edogawabashi area, near the Kanda River and Chinzan-so. It’s a beer to linger over the aroma.
MugiThen let’s go before the mirage disappears! I’m suddenly ready to raise a glass!
Kanpai Brewing’s brewpub, located in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo, Tokyo, has announced the new tapping of Maboroshi-zaka Hazy IPA at its 1F venue, Granzoo.
The beer is a 6.5% ABV Hazy IPA with 15 IBU and an SRM of 4. Its aroma leans tropical, evoking grapefruit and white grape, with a moderate grassy character adding freshness.
Low carbonation and oats contribute to a soft, smooth mouthfeel. On the palate, citrus notes reminiscent of grapefruit are joined by vivid lychee and mango impressions. Despite its rounded body, the beer retains a noticeable bitterness, giving it a balanced profile.
No sugars have been added, resulting in a crisp, refreshing finish. The combination of fruit-forward hop character, moderate bitterness, and a drinkable finish should make it suitable both for careful tasting and for pairing with food.
Kanpai Brewing operates as a brewpub in the Waseda and Edogawabashi area, close to the Kanda River and Chinzan-so. At Granzoo, visitors can enjoy beer brewed by the venue while experiencing the casual atmosphere of a neighborhood craft-beer destination. Maboroshi-zaka Hazy IPA offers a particularly good choice for drinkers looking for a juicy yet balanced hazy beer.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the venue’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroKanpai! Brewing in Sekiguchi, Bunkyo, Tokyo has just tapped Maboroshi-zaka Hazy IPA!
MugiWhat? That name sounds like it might vanish halfway up a hill! So, what is a Hazy IPA?
Hop BroIt’s a softly cloudy IPA where hop aroma takes center stage. This one has a solid 6.5% ABV too.
MugiLight on its feet at 6.5%? A beer ninja! And what are IBU 15 and SRM 4?
Hop BroIBU measures bitterness, while SRM indicates color. In other words, it’s a pale, gently bitter beer.
MugiNice! So it probably won’t make my face pucker. The aroma is like white grape and grapefruit, right?
Hop BroExactly—plus vivid lychee and mango-like fruitiness. There’s also a little grassy hop character, making each sniff more fun.
MugiGrassy? Are we drinking a lawn? I didn’t sign up to be salad! What does that smell like?
Hop BroIt means a fresh green, herbal hop aroma. Gentle carbonation and a soft oat-derived texture keep it smooth.
MugiBright fruit, a fluffy feel, and a crisp finish with no added sugar—sounds like a great food pairing.
Hop BroYou can try it at Granzoo in the Waseda–Edogawabashi area, near the Kanda River and Chinzan-so. It’s a beer to linger over the aroma.
MugiThen let’s go before the mirage disappears! I’m suddenly ready to raise a glass!
