Totopia Brewery Releases DDH West Coast IPA "Glitchphobia"
Totopia Brewery in Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, announced its new release, "Glitchphobia (Bug Phobia)," on Instagram. The style is DDH West Coast IPA, with an ABV of 7.5%. It uses Riwaka and Nelson Sauvin, and the release dates differ between BtoB and BtoC.
Hop BroTotopia Brewery's new release, Glitchphobia, is here. It was announced on Instagram on April 26, and this is exactly the kind of beer that really grabs hop lovers' attention.
MugiWait, it's called Bug Phobia!? That sounds like a game error screen, which somehow makes me want to drink it even more!
Hop BroExactly, and the beer itself is serious business too. The style is DDH West Coast IPA, with an ABV of 7.5%. It's an aggressive setup, layering double dry-hop aroma over a sharply defined bitterness.
MugiWhat even is DDH! It sounds like something super intense, but what does it actually stand for?
Hop BroIt stands for double dry hop. That's a method where hops are added again after fermentation to push the aroma forward. So it's not just bitter, it also gives you this soft, layered hop character.
MugiOhhh! The hop lineup is fancy too. Riwaka and Nelson Sauvin already sound delicious just from the names alone, but are there others?
Hop BroThere are. It also uses Krush and Mosaic Cryo. It starts with a lime-like brightness, then moves into a deeper dank finish. It keeps the malt backbone intact too, so it doesn't stop at aroma alone, which is the nice part.
MugiDank? There it goes, throwing English words at me again! Does that mean something like savory or heavy or what?
Hop BroThat's the right idea. The interesting part of this beer is how it goes from lime to dank, leaving behind a gentle grassiness and resinous note after the bright citrus impression. It's got that distinctly Totopia-like, sharply defined drinking profile.
MugiAnd Totopia Brewery was founded in 2022 in Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, right? If they even have a company-run taproom, drinking it there would double the fun. I want to go now!
Hop BroAnd the sales start dates are split too: BtoB starts at 3:00 PM on April 28, and BtoC starts at 7:00 PM on May 1. Splitting trade and general sales is part of their usual flow, so now we just have to chill the glass and wait.
MugiYeah, it's total hop lover's joy! After hearing this, I'm definitely in West Coast IPA mode today, so let's have a drink together!
On April 26, Totopia Brewery announced its new release, "Glitchphobia (Bug Phobia)," on Instagram. The style is DDH West Coast IPA, with an ABV of 7.5%. The hops used are Riwaka, Krush, Mosaic Cryo, and Nelson Sauvin.
Sales are scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM on April 28 for BtoB and 7:00 PM on May 1 for BtoC. Dividing the announcement time between trade and general customers is a familiar pattern in Totopia Brewery releases.
Totopia Brewery is a small brewery founded in 2022 in Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture. On its official website, it says it aims to offer beer experiences unlike anything before, with a focus on beers that use large amounts of hops and brews that make the most of fresh fruit and botanicals. It also operates a company-run taproom in Nagakute City, continuing to send out distinctly characterful beers from the local area.
This "Glitchphobia" is a beer that clearly reflects the brewery's direction. Its description presents a flavor profile that keeps a solid malt backbone while moving from a lime-like bright opening into layered dankness. With the sharply defined drinkability typical of a West Coast IPA and the hop layering that only DDH can bring, it is built to let drinkers enjoy both aroma and bitterness.
For beer fans who like hop-forward beers, this new release is likely one to watch.
Information may be inaccurate. Please refer to the brewery’s official channels for the latest details.
Hop BroTotopia Brewery's new release, Glitchphobia, is here. It was announced on Instagram on April 26, and this is exactly the kind of beer that really grabs hop lovers' attention.
MugiWait, it's called Bug Phobia!? That sounds like a game error screen, which somehow makes me want to drink it even more!
Hop BroExactly, and the beer itself is serious business too. The style is DDH West Coast IPA, with an ABV of 7.5%. It's an aggressive setup, layering double dry-hop aroma over a sharply defined bitterness.
MugiWhat even is DDH! It sounds like something super intense, but what does it actually stand for?
Hop BroIt stands for double dry hop. That's a method where hops are added again after fermentation to push the aroma forward. So it's not just bitter, it also gives you this soft, layered hop character.
MugiOhhh! The hop lineup is fancy too. Riwaka and Nelson Sauvin already sound delicious just from the names alone, but are there others?
Hop BroThere are. It also uses Krush and Mosaic Cryo. It starts with a lime-like brightness, then moves into a deeper dank finish. It keeps the malt backbone intact too, so it doesn't stop at aroma alone, which is the nice part.
MugiDank? There it goes, throwing English words at me again! Does that mean something like savory or heavy or what?
Hop BroThat's the right idea. The interesting part of this beer is how it goes from lime to dank, leaving behind a gentle grassiness and resinous note after the bright citrus impression. It's got that distinctly Totopia-like, sharply defined drinking profile.
MugiAnd Totopia Brewery was founded in 2022 in Nagakute City, Aichi Prefecture, right? If they even have a company-run taproom, drinking it there would double the fun. I want to go now!
Hop BroAnd the sales start dates are split too: BtoB starts at 3:00 PM on April 28, and BtoC starts at 7:00 PM on May 1. Splitting trade and general sales is part of their usual flow, so now we just have to chill the glass and wait.
MugiYeah, it's total hop lover's joy! After hearing this, I'm definitely in West Coast IPA mode today, so let's have a drink together!
