2杯目のビール。Brewer Shimoda Shares the Story Behind a More Approachable Craft Beer
Tokyo’s Chuo-based brewery 2杯目のビール。has published a new post from brewmaster Shimoda. The brewery aims to create beers that are approachable for newcomers while still offering enough character to satisfy experienced craft beer drinkers.
Hop BroA fresh message has arrived from "Second Beer." in Chuo, Tokyo, straight from head brewer Shimoda.
MugiWhoa, the head brewer is speaking directly? Words from the maker make the beer feel so much closer!
Hop BroThis brewery aims for a wide-open flavor—easy for newcomers to approach, yet satisfying for longtime beer fans.
MugiPerfect! Something beginners like me can enjoy, while experts nod and go, “Hmm.” A beer-world honor student?
Hop BroIn 2024, they co-brewed a grapefruit IPA called "Inu ni Hiki" with Culmination Brewing from Portland.
MugiWhat, did two dogs brew it? And first: what is an IPA anyway?
Hop BroAn IPA is a style that celebrates hop aroma and bitterness. This one layers in grapefruit for a citrus-hop aroma that feels especially approachable. The dogs are probably quality-control supervisors.
MugiThey probably approve batches with paw-print stamps! But if it has a grapefruit-like aroma, I really want to try it.
Hop BroShimoda spent time in Portland learning brewing techniques and beer culture, then brought the Portland experience back into Tokyo brewing.
MugiSo drinking in Tokyo can feel like a Portland trip! Still, the post doesn’t give release or event dates yet.
Hop BroExactly. For now, it is a chance to learn the brewery’s story while we watch for the next update.
MugiThen let’s pour a second beer while we wait! Cheers to a craft-beer encounter!
Tokyo-based brewery 2杯目のビール。has published a post from its brewmaster, Shimoda. Titled “Hello. I’m Shimoda from 2杯目のビール。,” the post presents the brewery through the words of the person behind its beers. No specific event or release date is announced in the available information.
The brewery, located in Chuo, Tokyo, focuses on making craft beer accessible without sacrificing depth. Its background includes a collaboration with Portland’s Culmination Brewing, which began after the breweries met at a craft beer event in Japan in 2023. The partnership led to “Inu ni Hiki,” a grapefruit IPA built around the combination of hop and fruit aromas.
Shimoda also spent time in Portland to learn from local brewing techniques and beer culture, experiences that have informed the work of 2杯目のビール。in Tokyo. That balance—welcoming newcomers while continuing to pursue distinctive flavor—is central to the brewery’s identity.
The latest post offers beer fans an opportunity to learn more about the person and ideas behind the brewery. While details of any upcoming product or event remain unconfirmed, future announcements from 2杯目のビール。will be worth following.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroA fresh message has arrived from "Second Beer." in Chuo, Tokyo, straight from head brewer Shimoda.
MugiWhoa, the head brewer is speaking directly? Words from the maker make the beer feel so much closer!
Hop BroThis brewery aims for a wide-open flavor—easy for newcomers to approach, yet satisfying for longtime beer fans.
MugiPerfect! Something beginners like me can enjoy, while experts nod and go, “Hmm.” A beer-world honor student?
Hop BroIn 2024, they co-brewed a grapefruit IPA called "Inu ni Hiki" with Culmination Brewing from Portland.
MugiWhat, did two dogs brew it? And first: what is an IPA anyway?
Hop BroAn IPA is a style that celebrates hop aroma and bitterness. This one layers in grapefruit for a citrus-hop aroma that feels especially approachable. The dogs are probably quality-control supervisors.
MugiThey probably approve batches with paw-print stamps! But if it has a grapefruit-like aroma, I really want to try it.
Hop BroShimoda spent time in Portland learning brewing techniques and beer culture, then brought the Portland experience back into Tokyo brewing.
MugiSo drinking in Tokyo can feel like a Portland trip! Still, the post doesn’t give release or event dates yet.
Hop BroExactly. For now, it is a chance to learn the brewery’s story while we watch for the next update.
MugiThen let’s pour a second beer while we wait! Cheers to a craft-beer encounter!
